Nicole McAllister, Harpist

Charlotte, NC

Starts at $200

Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

Elegant Harp Music for any Occasion


Reviews

13 reviews

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Denise G.

June 15, 2026
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Absolutely Amazing‼️🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩❤️

Nicole was wonderful to work with and very professional!! I would definitely recommend her for any venue. It was exactly what we wanted. She has excellent song choices! This was for a small wedding reception and background music while we were eating and talking.
The harp was the most beautiful I have ever seen!!

Hired as: Harpist

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Nicole McAllister, Harpist

Thank you so much! Congratulations to Natalie and Tony!


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Ron H.

January 11, 2026
Verified review

A Wonderful Experience - Best of the Best

Nicole was a joy to work with. She was attentive and flexible to accommodate our requests. She went over and above on the day of our dad's Memorial Service. We will not hesitate to work with Nicole again - maybe a home dinner party will be next :)

Hired as: Harpist


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Susie

May 9, 2025
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The Heart of the Room

Nicole was truly the heartbeat of our event. From the moment she began playing, her harp music didn’t just fill the space — it transformed it. She created a serene, elegant atmosphere that guests felt the moment they walked in. Nicole wasn’t just background music; she was the tone-setter, the mood-lifter, and a beautiful presence in the room. She was timely, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with. Her communication was clear and thoughtful from the start, and everything went off without a hitch. I felt completely at ease knowing she had everything handled. We are already looking forward to hiring Nicole again for future events — her talent and grace are unforgettable. We can’t recommend her highly enough. Thank you so very much. F3WE

Hired as: Harpist

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Nicole McAllister, Harpist

It was an absolute pleasure to be a part of your beautiful event! Already looking forward to next time!


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Janet M.

December 24, 2024
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Exceptional Entertainment

Nichole provided beautiful music for my Girlfriends Christmas gathering. She played continuously for 2 hours. It created a wonderful atmosphere.

Hired as: Harpist


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Beverly F.

December 19, 2023
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Perfect Ambiance

Nicole arrived at the appropriate time. She was very pleasant and accommodating. Her music selection was excellent; my guests and I thoroughly enjoyed her performance. She set a wonderful tone for my holiday dinner event.

Hired as: Harpist

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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $200

What to expect

Nicole has over 20 years of experience playing weddings. She will customize the music to fit your ceremony or reception.

She offers a complimentary consultation to discuss your music needs.

About

Nicole McAllister is a local harpist to the Charlotte and surrounding areas. She has been studying the harp for over twenty years, first, under the instruction of Gretchen Van Hoesen, Principle Harpist of the Pittsburgh Symphony and then, under the instruction of Anne Marguerite Michaud, another Principle Harpist of the Pittsburgh Symphony and Faculty Member at Carnegie Mellon University and Grove City College.

Nicole has recorded two CD’s, “Rejoice With Christmas Strings” and “Enjoying the Journey.” She has played at Heinz Hall, Carnegie Museum’s Architecture Hall, Duquesne University and has traveled to other cities to perform.

Nicole resides in South Charlotte with her husband and children.

Services offered

Upcoming booked events

November 2026

17

Tuesday

Fundraiser

6:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Salisbury, NC

Past booked events

June 2026

13

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

12:00pm - 1:00pm

•

Charlotte, NC

January 2026

09

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:30pm - 2:30pm

•

Huntersville, NC

May 2025

03

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

11:30am - 12:15pm

•

Charlotte, NC

February 2025

07

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 6:30pm

•

Monroe, NC

07

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Monroe, NC

December 2024

18

Wednesday

House Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

•

Concord, NC

December 2023

16

Saturday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

•

Mooresville, NC

October 2023

01

Sunday

Nonprofit Event

12:00pm - 1:30pm

•

Charlotte, NC

December 2022

11

Sunday

Christmas Party

4:00pm - 5:30pm

•

Charlotte, NC

09

Friday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

•

Concord, NC

May 2022

28

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Albemarle, NC

May 2021

02

Sunday

Wedding Reception

10:30am - 1:30pm

•

Charlotte, NC

August 2019

03

Saturday

Religious Celebration

12:00pm - 1:30pm

•

Concord, NC

June 2019

17

Monday

Nonprofit Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Charlotte, NC

April 2019

21

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

6:30pm - 7:00pm

•

Matthews, NC

March 2019

16

Saturday

Retirement Community Event

1:30pm - 2:15pm

•

Concord, NC

February 2019

24

Sunday

Fundraiser

3:00pm - 6:00pm

•

Lancaster, SC

June 2018

15

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:30pm

•

Charlotte, NC

April 2018

14

Saturday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

7:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Charlotte, NC

November 2017

12

Sunday

Wedding

3:00pm - 6:00pm

October 2017

21

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:30pm

•

Lake Wylie, SC

September 2017

23

Saturday

Wedding

3:00pm - 6:00pm

16

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 6:00pm

•

Rock Hill, SC

16

Saturday

Wedding

3:00pm - 6:00pm

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