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Dorothy is an award-winning musician and the resident harpist at the Capital Hotel London and the University Arms Hotel. She is now performing at weddings and events across the U.K.

Having worked with renowned names like Netflix, the Lanesborough, and the Mandarin Oriental to name just a few, her versatility makes her the ideal choice for a wide range of events, from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations.

Dorothy boasts a diverse repertoire encompassing popular TV and film scores, musicals, classical and contemporary pieces. She can perform in a variety of music styles, with genres including classical, folk, popular songs, Bollywood, Irish music etc.

For over a decade, her greatest passion has been working with couples to create memories that will last a lifetime through her bespoke wedding harp performances

Specialising in harp performance, Dorothy earned her music degree from the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague, Czech Republic and her Licentiate (LTCL) from Trinity College London.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music
Entertainment
Other

What is included in the wedding package?

My package include live harp music for ceremony, drink reception, and wedding breakfast

How far in advance should I contact you?

I am now taking bookings for 2023 weddings

What style of music do you offer?

Classical
Jazz
Latest hits
Pop
Folk

Type of musical group:

Solo
Soloist

Size of group:

Soloist

Repertoire:

My song list is extensive with over 200 songs across a vast variety of genres including pop, classical, film& musical, folk, religious and contemporary music

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

I am happy to learn your favourite songs for your special moments

What's your experience?

Award-winning harpist and the former resident harpist at the Shangri-La Hotel, Dorothy has been working with couples to create lifetime memories for over a decade

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Yes, easily accessible performance space

Can you travel?

Yes, london, Hertfordshire, Middlesex, Bedfordshire, Essex

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

What is the length of time of the act?

A wedding ceremony lasts around 1 hour which include up to 30 minutes of pre-ceremony music, songs for entrance, signing the register, exit and up to 10 minutes of music after the ceremony

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

I will arrive 45-60 minutes prior to the event to set up and tune my harp

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

£80 per hour will be charged beyond specific time on contract

What are the forms of payment?

Online payment, bank transfer

Reviews for Dorothy Harpist

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Natalia Sent on 27/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical experience

Dorothy was an absolute delight to work with from start to finish. She was professional, punctual, and incredibly accommodating to our requests. On the day, her harp playing created the most beautiful and elegant atmosphere. Guests were genuinely blown away. Every piece she played felt perfectly suited to the moment, from the ceremony to the reception. Her talent and presence added so much magic to our wedding, and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for top-quality live music.
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Laura Sent on 22/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect musical touch for our wedding!

Dorothy plays beautifully and was the perfect fit for our wedding reception dinner. Her harp music created a lovely, relaxed atmosphere that our guests truly enjoyed, and we were so happy to have her as part of our day. The harp added something really special, and we would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for beautiful live music at their wedding.
Ruby
Ruby Sent on 12/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical harp music for our Sikh wedding

Dorothy was an absolute joy to have as part of our wedding ceremony. From the moment we first contacted her, she was professional, kind, and genuinely interested in understanding the tone and traditions of our Sikh wedding. She took the time to learn about the ceremony’s flow and suggested pieces that complemented each moment beautifully.

On the day itself, her harp music created the most serene and magical atmosphere, it left our guests completely captivated. Many people came up to us afterward to say how unique and moving it was to hear the harp at a Sikh wedding. Thanks Dorothy! X
Emilia
Emilia Sent on 27/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing harpist!

We had such a fantastic experience working with Dorothy and are so pleased we chose her to play at our wedding ceremony! Her harp music was beautiful, offering a broad repertoire of choices, and she was very willing to learn a custom song for us which made the ceremony so special and personal! We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dorothy, and already have recommended her to several friends and wedding suppliers.
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Katie Sent on 11/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dot is Amazing!!

Dot was incredible from beginning to end! She has an amazing repertoire, was super responsive and professional and on the day we were all blown away by the beauty of her performance. Thank you Dot for making our day so unbelievably special with your beautiful music!
Sean
Sean Sent on 08/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional, talented harpist!

We cannot thank Dorothy enough for making our wedding day so incredibly special! From the moment she began playing, it was clear that her music was going to be a key part of what made our celebration unforgettable.

Her performance was nothing short of magical—every piece was perfectly chosen and beautifully played. "Roses Theme" was especially emotional for us, and the way Dorothy brought it to life brought tears to our eyes. The music from Spirited Away was a beautiful tribute to our friendship, and hearing Jurassic Park and The Holiday played on her harp was like a dream come true. It felt so personal and truly captured "us" as a couple.

We’re also incredibly grateful that Dorothy learned Roses Theme just for our wedding. It meant so much to us, and hearing it played so flawlessly made the day feel even more personal and memorable.
Our guests were absolutely blown away by Dorothy’s performance, and we’ve received so many compliments about her playing. We feel so fortunate to have had such an incredibly talented harpist as part of our wedding. Dorothy, you added so much warmth and magic to our day—we’ll cherish the music you created for us forever.

If you're looking for an exceptional, talented harpist, we can't recommend Dorothy enough. She is truly one of a kind, and we are so thankful for the beautiful memories she helped create for us.

Thank you again, Dorothy! You're amazing!

— Sean and Ethan
18.09.2025
Grace
Grace Sent on 15/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dorothy is amazing!

Highly recommend booking Dorothy. Her harp playing at our wedding reception was beautiful.
Holly
Holly Sent on 10/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! Would recommend

Dorothy was absolutely wonderful! She crafted a fantastic playlist for our wedding, seamlessly incorporating a variety of themes and even learning a very special piece of music just for us. Everyone commented on how amazing she was and how her beautiful playing created the perfect atmosphere for our day.
Lene
Lene Sent on 30/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic!

Cannot recommend Dorothy enough! She was absolutely fantastic and made our ceremony so incredible. She was really attentive leading up to the wedding and even learnt our favourite song for us!
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 27/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect ambience for our day

Dorothy was amazing, from initial communication to finalizing details was a smooth , friendly and fast process. Dorothy added the perfect ambience to our day and was up for the challenge of a very unusual venue . She even managed a bespoke request for our exit music .
Dorothy has an amazing catalogue of music and is very detailed orientated .She has also sent some lovely emails in the run up to and after.
Dorothy will add sparkle and magic to your event .
Emma
Emma Sent on 27/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing harpist

Absolutely amazing harpist, would highly recommend for anyone considering Dorothy for their event. Very easy to deal with from start to finish, great to communicate with and very responsive. Performed at our ceremony and reception and could not have asked for anything better. X
Louise
Louise Sent on 22/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't have asked for a better musician!

Dorothy made mine and my husband's wedding day in June unforgettable. Dorothy is a very talented Harpist that I would recommend to anyone who is looking to bring their wedding day to life with so many songs to choose from. Dorothy made this whole process from start to finish so seamless with a questionnaire and great communication over email. I'm over the moon we found you Dorothy! We couldn't have asked for a better musician to compliment our special day! Thank you again. x
Alice
Alice Sent on 22/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

The moment I found Dorothy I knew I wanted her to play at our wedding. She is highly talented and played every song to perfection for our pre interlude, aisle walk and
Walk back down the aisle. Dorothy kept in contact regularly, checking we were happy with everything, all the songs, how and when she would arrive and every in-between. Honestly if I could do it all again, no doubt in my mind Dorothy would be there playing. We highly recommended Dorothy. Thank you so much.
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Kirsty Sent on 16/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our guests all commented on how amazing she was!

Dorothy played at our wedding ceremony at Marylebone Town Hall a few weeks ago and made it extremely special for us.. She was such a dream to work with, so accommodating from start to finish, and so kind. She played all our requested songs so beautifully. Even our guests all commented on how amazing she was! Thank you so much Dorothy
Audrey
Audrey Sent on 14/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Just magical x

Dorothy was amazing to work with! She was warm, responsive, and professional. We love Bridgerton music and she helped us create the perfect playlist for our ceremony and drinks reception. Her harp music was magical, walking down the aisle to her music feel unreal and we received so many compliments from our guests.

We couldn’t have imagined our day without her. Highly recommended!
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