GIG Essentials:
Curated Lists
Get our downloadable 56 page carefully curated pdf list of the top 50 requested modern love songs that are appropriate for playing at weddings and have harp arrangements available for purchase.
What’s Represented In The List?
The list includes music from 27 arrangers and 10 different sheet music sites. Note that while the actual sheet music is not included, we have included links to as many arrangements and versions as possible for each song so you can buy the one that works best for your harp type and playing level.
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Months of Research
80
Years of Music
106
Arrangements
200
Minutes of Music
27
Arrangers
10
Sheet Music Stores
All of these pieces are under copyright and must be purchased through a retailer with permission to sell the arrangements. Some of the arrangements are in collections. Many are playable on both pedal and lever harp, but some are pedal harp only. Please read the details about each arrangement on the seller’s page and view samples of the arrangement when available to ensure it will work for you.
Each page gives the details for one song, including:
- Title
- Publication year
- Composers
- Artist/movie that made it popular
- Link to a YouTube video to hear the original piece
- Links to where you can purchase harp sheet music for the piece
- Indications of which arrangements are playable on a lever harp
Why Is This List Important?
Classical music is not enough. Modern brides want to hear songs they and their guests will recognize with lyrics that melt the heart or make you want to dance. Make the best use of your music dollars and practice time by adding in some of the most requested and most iconic love songs.
People tend to feel the most nostalgic about the music they listened to in their teens and 20s. For example, a client born in the 70s will likely be excited to hear songs from the 80s and 90s. Having a few songs from each decade in your repertoire ensures you have something special for all ages.
These Songs Are Perfect For
- Wedding ceremony
- Cocktail hour
- Reception
- Rehearsal dinner
- Bridal shower
- Engagement party
- Engagement
- Anniversary party
- Valentines Day
- General background gig
The Arrangers Represented On Our List
Sharon Watson
Paul Baker
Kitty Leung
Frank Voltz
Eve McTelenn
Elizabeth Webb
Daniel Burton
Amy Turk
Suzanne Balderston
Samantha Ballard
Michelle Whitson Stone
Jodi Ann Tolman
Felice Pomeranz
Eleanor Fell
Cindy Blevins
Brenda Bowen Cox
Amelie Guiboux
Sylvia Woods
Sally Beaumont
Lizzie Peacock
Janne Minke Nijp
Evelina Simon
David Ice
Catherine Rogers
Angi Bemiss
William Lovelace
Stephanie Bennett
Frequently Asked Questions
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There is no sheet music so why buy?
Our list was strategically created for you to quickly find, pick out, and buy only the sheet music you want with confidence knowing these song are desired, on trend, and recognizable.
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Why not research it myself?
You absolutely can, but your time is valuable. That is why Elizabeth Webb & Harpli have spent numerous hours over the last 3 months to ensure this would be fast and easy for you.
Save time and effort with our direct links to hear the original song and find the harp sheet music you need.
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I only want recent music. Why are the rest important?
These songs are iconic and recognizable by people of many ages. Many brides may have grown up listening to music their parents liked, and quite often the mother of the bride will have a heavy hand in the music selection and want things from her growing up years.
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