- Location:
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Travel Radius:
- Will travel up to 100 miles from St. Louis.
- Pay Range:
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$200-$350 per event
- Member Since:
- 2008
- Primary Category:
- Classical Harp
- Additional Categories:
- Ambient Harp, Celtic Harp, Chamber Music Harp, Harp, Meditational Harp, Piano, Pop Harp, Violin
- Influences:
- My taste in music is so varied! I am very open-minded when it comes to the many types of music that can be made to sound fabulous on the harp. Even though I'm a pro, I still travel for more coaching from the top classical and jazz harpists in the world.
Group Members
Description
Awarded the current #1 Most Popular Harpist in any city in the United States on Gigmasters (which is the top website in the world for booking live musicians, according to Forbes, and other sources). This award is based upon my being the most frequently chosen harpist for events in the U.S. (as verified by Gigmasters), and based upon my having such a substantial number of completely positive client reviews. I've also simultaneously been honored with the title of Most Popular Wedding Entertainer in the United States for the past year. Please note that there are two "Rising Star Award" symbols appearing on this profile page (in the upper right hand corner). Only one musician's profile in each instrumental category in the entire country enjoys the privilege of displaying that award symbol for the current year. This is the first year that Gigmasters has ever honored a musician with the distinction of displaying two different "Rising Star Award" symbols at the same time, which is recognition of my currently being at the very top of my profession, in two different areas of musical specialty (both "Top Harpist" and "Top Wedding Entertainer"). By engaging my musical services, you are receiving the highest quality of harp music available anywhere.
I truly look forward to playing harp music for every "special event" location you can name in St. Louis and around Missouri and Southern Illinois, for all kinds of occasions, formal and casual. Drop in to my home soon for a free, live harp music audition and a chance to visit about your event.
I have played for large groups as well as more intimate gatherings, worldwide, for over 30 years, mostly in Texas (years ago) and St. Louis in recent years. Among the other places I have performed, I have played for dinners at the Gritti Palace hotel in Venice, Italy. I won an international audition to be the featured nightly harpist on a long-term basis in The Crown Restaurant, overlooking the city lights of Tokyo, Japan from atop the Hotel Grand Palace, located next to the Emperor's Palace (The Imperial Palace). I have performed at The Teatro de Camera Fernando Saavedra Concert Hall in Mexico, and various locations in Toronto, Canada, as well as events in other U.S. Cities for some of the finest hotels, country clubs, resorts and restaurants in the country, as well as many casual locations. I now play exclusively in my home city of the greater St. Louis, Missouri area, where I have performed at nearly every venue in town and well into Illinois as well.
In recent years, I was St. Louis' "Ladies of Lucerne Tea Room" harpist each week. From time to time, I was also the Sunday brunch harpist for "Crepes in the City", a fine restaurant in downtown St. Louis. Prior to that, I played five or six nights a week for over 15 years at Cafe Capri, an upscale restaurant in Dallas, Texas. I have played for a number of venues in St. Louis and surrounding regions. Please contact me for a complete list of locations of my appearances in the greater St. Louis area.
I am degreed in Harp Performance. Not all musicians have a diploma in performance, and the difference in the quality of the music is noticeable to anyone who is listening.
Although I have had extensive training and decades of professional experience, I am constantly improving my playing by traveling to other cities to study with the top classical and jazz harpists in the world.
Throughout my over 30-year career, I have played harp music throughout Texas, Missouri, and Illinois. I have performed in nearly all of the most popular public venues, such as restaurants and hotels, and in churches, temples and synagogues throughout St. Louis, and elsewhere. I often play for private clubs, nursing homes, galleries, many corporate events, and hospitals.
For a number of years, I enjoyed performing on a steady basis each week at the gracious "Ladies of Lucerne Tea Room" in St. Louis, Missouri. However, in recent years, I have freed up the time that I previously committed to playing steady harp jobs at restaurants, so that I may accept more bookings for individual private engagements, as well as public events.
I take joy in your satisfaction with the lovely ambiance I can help you create. I can play either alone or in an ensemble. As an example, you'll notice on my list of past engagements that I recently performed in an ensemble of musicians composed of members of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and I perform in other community Orchestras around town as well.
I love custom-tailoring the harp music to perfectly match your taste and your occasion. Some of the music I play includes lovely light classical European music, Latin music, and I have decades of experience playing popular romantic music full-time in fine restaurants...I play literally thousands of songs! Most songs are favorites of multiple generations, from classic popular, romantic love songs to more current popular songs, or Latin selections. Still, I constantly add new music to my repertoire. I can even play some upbeat music if that is your preference. Stylistically, I'm very versatile, with romantic wedding music being my specialty.
For years, I have been a school music teacher (mostly teaching Orchestra), where I also have taught harp classes, and I have taught private harp lessons in my home and in a Conservatory of Music. I used to be the principal harpist for a Symphony in a big city in Texas.
Harps pictured in these photos are large concert harps, which I chose for their extraordinary sound quality. All photos were taken recently.
You may hear current sound clips and see videos of my music on my website: "stlouisharp". Some of my videos, which have won critical acclaim may be seen on YouTube (search under "evaharp").
Please contact me if you would like personal references from loyal clients who hire me repeatedly. I would also be happy to provide recommendations from very respected professional musicians who I have worked with.
Because my song list (below) is so lengthy, you will have to scroll down quite a bit, past all of the songs to read the completely positive reviews of my work, submitted by the numerous clients who have hired me specifically through the Gigmasters website. It is not possible for a performer or anyone else to edit or censor any client reviews. The reviews posted are Gigmasters-management-verified, completely honest reports of client satisfaction, posted by individual clients after an event.
Song List
Available For:
Anniversaries, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.
Feedback
- WOW! Eva was the ultimate professional going above and beyond all expecatations. She was prompt in her inital response to our request and accomodating to our needs. Eva didn't just "show up" and perform, it was evident that she put much thought, care and creativity into her performance. We are grateful for this amazing site and for the quality of talent that we experienced. Thank you Eva. -- Maureen W, Cahokia, IL, 2/4/2011
- She surpassed my expectations! Very friendly but professional and her talent is amazing. -- Meagan B, St Louis, MO, 10/22/2011
- Eva was great!! She is a beautiful person and the music matched!!! -- Debbie C, St Louis, MO, 10/16/2011
- Eva was absolutely phenomenal! She added a heavenly touch to my wedding ceremony. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone. She is truly an unbelievable artist/musician. -- Terra D, Fairview Heights, IL, 10/23/2010
- Eva was absolutely wonderful! She played beautifully and really made our ceremony very special. Everyone who attended our wedding raved about how well she played and how beautiful the wedding ceremony was and her playing definitely added a very special touch to our ceremony. I would definitely recommend her. Her fee was very reasonable, she was very professional, and her performance was wonderful. -- Erica G, Wood River, IL, 5/16/2009
- This woman is amazing! She met with my vocalist prior to the ceremony and allowed me to sample all of the songs. In addition, she allowed me to make a song request at NO CHARGE. She is beyond professional. I received so many compliments from my guests. Furthermore, I don't think you can find a more affordable harpist for the quality you receive. She is also the definition of accommodating. Worth every penny and more!!!!!!!! -- Samantha Z, St Louis, MO, 6/25/2011
- EVA, was GREAT!!! She showed up ahead of time, very dependable, and easy to work with. Her music sounded beautiful in the Old Peace Chapel. We would highly recommend her! Our guests all told us after the wedding that they loved the harpist, too!!! -- Mary P, Defiance, MO, 5/27/2011
- Such a pleasure to work with, extremely talented musician. Reliable and professional. Her talent and music was the element that just brought our function together
Thanks -- Michael T, St Louis, MO, 6/19/2011
- Eva was great to work with. I was very impressed when I learned the wide range of music that she performed. I was very pleased and the guest were pleased as well. I would recommend her to anyone. -- Crystal T, St Louis, MO, 6/10/2011
- Eva was very accommodating in that she had to rehearse long-distance with one of the singers for my wedding. She also came early to the wedding to rehearse with both singers. Although, as a bride I was sequestered, I was told that she sat quietly in a corner practicing until it was time for her to perform. She is very talented and I would definitely recommend her services. -- Sandra J, Fairview Heights, IL, 6/4/2011
- Eva was prompt, accommodating to schedule changes, elegant and brought an air of sophistication. The music was outstanding with a wide variety of selections and set an appropriate mood for the event. Would definitely consider her for other events. -- Simon H, St Louis, MO, 7/28/2011
- She did a wonderful job and we hope to bring her back next year! What a blessing the event was with her performance! -- Joshua R, St Louis, MO, 12/11/2011
- Eva was so wonderful to work with, she really made my ceremony unique to both my groom and I. And having her play made our ceremony even more special to us and our guests. -- Stephanie F, House Springs, MO, 7/2/2011
- Sheer perfection and extremely accommodating. Very, very affordable. Eva Murphy did not exaggerate her skill n playing Clair de Lune - it was magnificent! She is a brilliant harpist. -- Charlette W, St Louis, MO, 7/17/2011
- Eva was gracious, prompt and needed little input from me. She offered a diverse and appropriate program for our event. Thanks, Eva! -- Diane D, St Louis, MO, 6/1/2011
- Eva's music filled the otherwise plain room and the breakfast was certainly more enjoyable. Eva is so easy to work with and when you are from out of town (Houston, Texas) that means alot. I hope to meet her again when we are in St. Louis. -- Thomas M, St Louis, MO, 5/29/2011
- Thank you so much for everything. You did a great job at the event. We will be using you at our next event. -- Debbie D, St Louis, MO, 5/18/2011
- Eva was superb. She loves her job as well as pleasing her clients. She is
a very professional and talented lady. -- David/Ramona C, Wentzville, MO, 10/22/2011
- She played great and was very accomodating she even stayed about a half an hour later due to bride being late LOL. i would recommend her to anyone. -- Molly M, Ferguson, MO, 11/5/2010
- We hired Eva for our daughter's wedding and I have to tell you she not only plays like an angel she comes with the glow of an angel.
We were beyond pleased with her performance and professionalism.
We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for that something special for your event.
She has an amazing gift
Thank you Eva -- Laura M, Ofallon, MO, 5/14/2011
- Eva did a wonderful job! She was prompt, professional, and above all else: she sounded great! Well beyond our expectations! Would definitely use her again!! -- Jim M, Wright City, MO, 4/24/2011
- I hired Eva to play for 80 high school students at a prom. She was incredibly professional and very excited to perform for the kids. I was very happy with my experience with Eva, and I would reccomend her to anyone!
Thanks Eva! -- Kylee O, Grafton, IL, 4/16/2011
- Eva is a wonderful, accommodating and professional musician. She worked with us to help choose just the right ceremony music for our daughters wedding and she was excited to be apart of the event. We highly recommend her. She is a gifted harpist. -- Jeanne S, St Louis, MO, 4/2/2011
- FABULOUS and very talented woman !! We will repeart an event requesting her in the future !!!! -- Andrea F, Belleville, IL, 1/14/2012
- The event was such a success with the help of Eva. She was so professional and made my day perfect. Thank you so much... -- Damien M, St Louis, MO, 8/14/2011
- An outstanding professional performer! So glad that we were able to secure her services for our ceremony. -- Dr Janice Unruh D, St Louis, MO, 10/20/2011
- Eva was wonderful,very accomodating and pleasant to work with. The music was lovely and many people who attended the wedding have commented what a "nice touch" it was having the harpist. Would definitly recommend and use again. Thanks Eva -- Deb C, St Louis, MO, 6/18/2011
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She was awesome - my guest raved about her and her music -- Carol B, St Louis, MO, 9/10/2011
- Thank you for making our evening special and adding to the ambiance.
We appreciate your talent and effort. -- Leah G, St Peters, MO, 8/27/2011
- Eva played background music for our cocktail party and it was just perfect. We were more than satisfied with her performance. -- Keith G, Town And Country, MO, 12/18/2011
- We were very pleased with all aspects of Eva's participation in our event. -- Anne W, St Louis, MO, 10/28/2011
- Eva did a beautiful job performing on the harp, it made our wedding ceremony. Everyone loved her music! I would definently recommend her to anyone, very professional too! -- Sarah P, O Fallon, MO, 7/23/2011
- She was great and I would hire her again. The music was perfect and added the right touch to the party. -- Tracy B, Wentzville, MO, 12/10/2011
- We used Eva a for small wedding event, she was very professional. She had a great repertoire of music, and really did a great job at playing. Very satisfied and highly recommend! -- Jodie S, St Louis, MO, 9/4/2011
- Eva was very easy to work with, and her music really helped make the event special. -- Adam J, St Louis, MO, 9/24/2011
- Glad we found her. Everyone was in awe and she performed beautifully. Thanks again Eva. -- Paul K, St Peters, MO, 9/24/2011
- Eva was a delight to work with. Even though the ceremony was scheduled on very short notice she handled everything like a pro. I would recommend her highly. -- Dan S, St Louis, MO, 10/7/2011
- Eva was wonderful! she was very professional, helpful and played beautifully! -- Kathryn P, St Louis, MO, 10/4/2011
- Very friendly and knowledgeable! Awesome entertainment for a wedding! -- Ashley H, St Louis, MO, 9/25/2011
- Eva Murphy was wonderful. She added he perfect music and perfect sound to our event. -- Ed B, St Louis, MO, 11/7/2011
- Eva was wonderful. She was so pleasant to deal with when planning the wedding. In fact, it was my mother's favorite part of the wedding planning. We enjoyed visiting with Eva and listening to her vast array of wedding selections. Her suggestions from past experiences were very helpful as well. She is very knowledgeable and accomodating to all requests. -- Julia F, St Louis, MO, 11/26/2011
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