Margaret Davis

Oakland, CA

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Travels up to 120 miles

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Overview

With an enchanting repertoire of Classical, Celtic, Renaissance and Medieval music, Margaret has been performing professionally for over 15 years for weddings, memorials, parties, open houses, and Medieval-themed events. Beautiful, sophisticated and elegant, the gentle music of the Celtic harp makes an unforgettable addition to your celebration, and she will work with you to select a program of music to complement your event. She holds a degree in Music and is past Chairman of the Board of the Bay Area Folk Harp Society. Clients have included the City of American Canyon, the City of Alameda, the Fairmont Hotel, the Claremont Hotel, Macy's, Crocker Galleria, and many others.


Reviews

13 reviews

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Elsa R.

February 9, 2023
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Excellent performance!!

Elevated the experience indeed!!

Hired as: Harpist


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Katie V.

August 1, 2021
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Outstanding music!

This was for a multi-generational event. They really set the tone for the party, and it was such a treat to have live music. Excellent musicians, great entertainers! They were very flexible and adjusted their schedule at the last minute. We will definitely have them back. Highly recommend them!!!

Hired as: Celtic Music, Harpist


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Laura K. S.

September 29, 2019
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Great

Margaret played for our Celebration of Life. She arrived early and played beautifully.

Hired as: Celtic Music, Harpist


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Sean M.

December 6, 2018
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An Absolute Wonder of Beautiful Music

Margaret was an absolute pleasure to work with. She performed at my church's first Sunday of Advent. Her music was beautiful. Throughout the week, my office has been called, or I have received emails of appreciation for her wonderful performance.

Hired as: Harpist


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Patty L.

December 5, 2017
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Excellent Harpist

She provided music creating an environment of serenity and love. You will be very happy for Margaret is sincere, honest and very professional. Would strongly recommend her for your special occasion.

Hired as: Celtic Music, Harpist

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for pricing

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

Services offered

Past booked events

February 2026

14

Saturday

Holiday Party

4:00pm - 7:00pm

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San Mateo, CA

May 2025

11

Sunday

Cocktail Party

11:00am - 12:30pm

•

Hayward, CA

10

Saturday

Birthday Party

1:00pm - 3:30pm

•

Oakland, CA

February 2025

13

Thursday

Retirement Community Event

4:30pm - 6:00pm

•

Oakland, CA

January 2023

26

Thursday

Personal Occasion

9:00am - 11:00am

•

Pleasanton, CA

June 2022

04

Saturday

Wedding Reception

1:00pm - 2:30pm

•

Castro Valley, CA

July 2021

31

Saturday

Birthday Party

2:30pm - 5:00pm

•

Alameda, CA

September 2019

28

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 1:30pm

•

San Rafael, CA

August 2019

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Felton, CA

December 2018

02

Sunday

Religious Celebration

10:30am - 10:45am

•

Walnut Creek, CA

September 2018

30

Sunday

Children's Birthday Party

11:00am - 2:00pm

•

Palo Alto, CA

December 2017

03

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Berkeley, CA

October 2017

29

Sunday

Birthday (Adult)

3:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Lafayette, CA

May 2017

21

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

10:00am - 12:00pm

•

Oakland, CA

March 2017

03

Friday

Birthday (Adult)

6:30pm - 7:30pm

•

Vacaville, CA

October 2016

23

Sunday

Birthday (Child)

12:00pm - 1:00pm

•

San Carlos, CA

June 2016

25

Saturday

Anniversary Party

7:00pm - 10:30pm

•

Oakland, CA

18

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:30pm

•

San Francisco, CA

May 2016

08

Sunday

Holiday Party (Other)

11:00am - 12:30pm

•

Burlingame, CA

March 2016

27

Sunday

Holiday Party (Easter)

12:00pm - 1:30pm

•

Redwood City, CA

October 2015

03

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

11:00am - 3:00pm

•

Oakland, CA

May 2015

16

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:30pm

•

Davis, CA

April 2015

09

Thursday

Grand Opening

10:00am - 11:30am

•

Oakland, CA

March 2015

28

Saturday

Bridal Shower

1:00pm - 4:30pm

•

San Jose, CA

June 2014

28

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

12:00pm - 12:30pm

•

Santa Clara, CA

June 2013

27

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Redwood City, CA

Influences and inspiration

I have been inspired by harpists Maire Ni Chathasaigh, Alison Kinnaird, Alan Stivell, Maureen Brennan, Diana Stork, Cheryl Ann Fulton, and Sylvia Woods, and singers Maire Brennan, Susan Rode Morris, and Loreena McKennitt.

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