Merinda Starnes, Utah Harpist


Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $400

Reception pricing

Prices start at $300

Packages

Prices start at $400

Category: Live Solo Performer

Type: Solo instrumentalist

Genres: Classical

  • Gospel/Christian
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Scottish or Irish
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About Merinda Starnes, Utah Harpist

Merinda Starnes, Utah Harpist

Utah Wedding & Event Harpist

Merinda Starnes has performed as a solo, orchestra, and ensemble musician since 2007. She received her degree in harp performance from the University of Utah studying under Dr. Cathy Clayton. During her college career, she performed with the University of Utah and University of Arizona’s Wind Ensemble and Philharmonic as their principal harpist. ​Her solo performing career started at the age of 9 and since then, she has played in over 100 weddings and events.

“I have over a decade of experience playing for weddings and events. With a degree in music and love for what I do, I strive to make every performance unique and special. I am passionate about setting the tone and creating an unforgettable atmosphere for each and every couple. I can't wait to work with you to make your wedding truly special!"


Services

Services

  • Music during breaks

Musical genres

  • Classical
  • Gospel/Christian
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Scottish or Irish

Event types

  • After party
  • Cocktail hour
  • Couples luncheon
  • Elopement
  • Engagement party
  • Farewell brunch
  • Other
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Wedding ceremony
  • Wedding reception
  • Wedding shower
  • Welcome party

Merinda Starnes, Utah Harpist packages

Wedding Ceremony

Price$400

Description

Wedding Ceremony Music

What’s included
  • 20-30 min of Prelude
  • Music for the Processional
  • Music for the Grand Entrance
  • Music for the Recessional

Wedding Ceremony + Cocktail Hour/Lunch

Price$550

Description

Wedding Ceremony + Cocktail Hour/Luncheon (up to 1 hour)

What’s included
  • Everything in the Wedding Ceremony package PLUS
  • One hour of playing for the cocktail hour/luncheon
  • Add an hour of playing for $100

Wedding Ceremony + Reception (2 hours)

Price$700

Description

Wedding Ceremony + Reception (for up to two hours).

What’s included
  • Everything in the Wedding Ceremony package PLUS
  • Two (2) hours of playing for the Reception

Wedding Ceremony + Reception (3 hours)

Price$900

Description

Wedding Ceremony + Reception (up to 3 hours)

What’s included
  • Everything in the Wedding Ceremony package PLUS
  • Three (3) hours of playing for the Reception

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  • The BEST

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    Lillie N.Jun 26, 2024

    I reached out to Merinda for my sister’s wedding and she was PHENOMENAL. Super professional and so good at her job. Everyone loved listening to her and was definitely a head turner at the wedding. Everyone kept talking about how amazing the harpist was and how elegant she made the entire atmosphere. Would recommend to her anyone and everyone!

  • Perfect touch to our wedding

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    AngieJun 24, 2024

    We hired Merinda to play harp for both the ceremony and dinner at our wedding. She was excellent to work with! Her harp music added the perfect touch to our wedding! She was very easy to work with and professional. We would hire her again!

  • Highly Recommended

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    Kate W.Jun 24, 2024

    We hired Merinda to play music at our wedding. She was easy to work with, a great communicator and a talented musician. I especially loved how thoughtful she was in helping us chose the right music for the occasion. I have referred her to many friends and family members. I will definitely hire her again for future events.

  • Amazing Utah Harpist!

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    Morgan B.Jun 24, 2024

    Oh my goodness I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with having Merinda play our wedding! She was so fast to respond to me, and had such amazing communication on timing, pricing, and the music that I wanted! She had such a vast selection, and even was willing to learn new song just for us. We got married up in the Uinta mountains, which was a hard long location to get to. She showed up early and was so prepared. I tell you she was a trooper, we had crazy rain and hail and she was just happy and pleasant and playing beautifully still! Carting her harp all around the camp and just was absolutely amazing. She is so talented! I cannot recommend her enough, do yourself a favor and have her play your event! Thank you Merinda!