Lorin Grean Music

Special Event Background Music

Lorin Grean at wedding special event

Make your special events even more magical!

Weddings, holiday celebrations, art openings, dinners-all occasions are enhanced by the addition of live music.

I play a Celtic harp, also known as a folk harp. It differs from the huge pedal harps that you see in symphony orchestras; it stands about 4 feet tall, has 33 strings (about 5 octaves), and utilizes levers rather than pedals for key changes. The sound produced by these two different harps is very similar. Because the harp is an instrument that people don't see every day, it evokes an exciting atmosphere for your event and lets guests know that something truly special is about to happen.

My repertoire is comprised mostly of music that I have composed, with a small amount of traditional tunes from Ireland. I would describe my style of playing as light and easy-going. If desired, I have a lovely voice and can sing songs as well.

I have amplification available for the harp that is either battery powered or electric.

I want to let you know that if you have a lot of specific song requests, then I may not be the harpist for you. I play from memory, without the clutter of a library of sheet music or music stand. I have played harp professionally since 1991, and have developed an acute sensitivity to choose music that is appropriate for what is happening. I am sure that my instrumentals will provide a lovely background canvas for your event.

PROFESSIONAL, RELIABLE & REASONABLE

Please call me for rates and scheduling:
(805) 962-0152 / or email http://www.loringrean.com/contact.html

Lauda (Traditional Italian)
Wedding March (Wagner)
Planxty George/Brabazon/Planxty Irwin (traditional Celtic)
Together (Grean)

Wedding Recessional (Mendelssohn)
Cascade (Grean)
Returning Home (Grean)
   

 

Lorin Grean playing harp at wedding

 

 

"The harp, in Lorin's hands, brings joy to all those that hear it. I strongly recommend adding her music to any of your gatherings."
-Santa Barbara Superior Court Judge

"The members and guests who attended our holiday buffets thoroughly enjoyed listening to you and the sweet sounds fromthe harp."
-The University Club of Santa Barbara

"What a magical sound! I'm sure the children will never forget your visit."
-The Family School, Los Olivos

"Our wedding was a wonderful day and your music was a big part of it..."

"We especially loved your solo during the service...we think of your beautiful contribution to our wedding often..."

 

  • Professional musician performing with the harp throughout the Central Coast for many years
  • Harp and vocal recordings have received critical acclaim and international airplay including NPR, satellite radio, and airline in-flight systems
  • Recorded with Kenny Loggins on his grammy-nominated children’s album, “Return to Pooh Corner”
  • Winner of a Santa Barbara Individual Artist Award
  • Performed for hundreds of public and private events held at numerous local venues including the Santa Barbara Museums of Art and Natural History, SBCC Adult Education Mind/Supermind Lectures, UCSB, El Encanto Hotel
  • Provided music for 6 years at the Valley Music Festival in Santa Ynez to benefit music in the schools (hosted by Jan and David Crosby)