Joanna Mell

Joanna Mell makes every occasion a beautiful one with her accomplished and polished performance on the concert and Celtic harps, adding her soaring soprano voice for an unforgettable experience. Her repertoire ranges from Bach to Broadway, classical to contemporary. Her playing has been described as passionate and exquisite. Classically trained as a harpist and vocalist, she has many years of experience playing for weddings and concerts all over the United States, and is in demand both as a harpist and singer, as well as a teacher. She will carefully tailor her talents and wide repertoire to your special needs to create the atmosphere of beauty, elegance and panache you seek at your event.

• Bridal Chorus - R. Wagner
• You Raise Me Up - J. Groban
• My Heart Will Go On
• Canon in D - J. Pachelbel
• Arioso - J. S. Bach
• Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring - J. S. Bach
• Bist Du Bei Mir - J. S. Bach
• Sheep May Safely Graze - J. S. Bach
• Air, Water Music - G. Handel
• Air on the G String - G. Handel
• Claire de Lune - Debussy
• All I Ask of You - Lloyd-Webber
• Think of Me - Lloyd-Webber
• Danny Boy (Derry Air) - trad. Irish
• The Rose of Tralee - trad. Irish
• On the Wings of Love
• Looking Through the Eyes of Love
• My Funny Valentine
• All the Things You Are
• How High the Moon
• Greensleeves
• O'Carolan's Concerto
• The Man I Love - G. Gershwin
• Embraceable You - G. Gershwin
• I've Got You Under My Skin - C. Porter
• Some Enchanted Evening - Rodgers/Hammerstein
• Younger Than Springtime - Rodgers/Hammerstein
• Climb Every Mountain - Rodgers/Hammerstein
• How Beautiful - Twila Paris
• As the Deer - Martin Nystrom
• Somewhere in Time
• To a Wild Rose
• My Wild Irish Rose
• Trumpet Tune - Purcell
• Trumpet Voluntary - Clarke
• The Lord's Prayer - Malotte

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, 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, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• Joanna was amazing!! I'll start at the beginning--when we first met with her she was so kind and so talented. She knew every piece of music we thought we might want and then she had recommendations of her own, most of which we liked better and picked for our wedding. On the day, she was on time and played so beautifully!! I loved the romantic feel of the harp music, and it was clear and lovely- I can't recommend her enough! Thank you so much! -- Amanda M, Azusa, CA, 4/14/2012
• Joanna was wonderful! She is very professional and organized. She plays beautifully. Our guests at my daughter's wedding loved her as did we. She looked beautiful as well. I would highly recommend her for anyone's wedding. You won't be disappointed. -- Christina P, Los Angeles, CA, 10/21/2011
• Joanna Mell was a wonderful compliment to our staff Holiday function. Everyone commented on how beautifully she played. She did a spectacular job! I highly recommend her! Definitely 5 stars! -- Joann R, Tustin, CA, 12/8/2011
• Joanna is amazing - from the first day of contact to the date of the event, her professionalism was impeccable. She (& gigmasters) made the music booking completely stress free. Her talent is unbelievable and she was great with suggestions on the music selection for our catholic ceremony - all of our guests were moved by her heavenly harp music and her singing. Would we recommend her to others? absolutely 100%!!! -- Pascale R, Chester Springs, PA, 6/6/2009
• Joanna was a wonderful choice for anyone who is looking for a kind, understanding, professional and amazing harpist! I got compliments on her performance the entire night! So many people loved how professional she looked as well. She is very very organized and, like I said, the best option for anyone looking for a harpist! She also brought all of her own materials and sound systems...I never even had to help her carry the harp! She's the best. -- Joann A, Burbank, CA, 1/8/2012
• We had a 30 min appointment at her home, listening to her beautiful music, she make's the Harp dance. She helped us pick out the best songs for our ceremony. Day of wedding she arrived, early set up and started playing 30 min before ceremony as arranged. The guest loved walking in to beautiful, calming music. Joanna was wonderful and we would hire her again for another family event. She communicated with us 2 times before our wedding, which showed us she cared about our wedding. -- Mary Helen Y, Riverside, CA, 2/18/2012
• Joanna was amazing, my guest loved her and I'am very grateful to have had her play at our wedding. My friend is getting married and might use Joanna if she is available for her wedding date. If you are looking for a harpist, Joanna is the one! =) -- Paulina A, Laguna Beach, CA, 2/11/2012
• From the first time that I contacted Joanna she was such a delight to speak to and very accomondating.She was a true professional and a wonderful talent. All our guests at my parent's 50th Wedding Anniversary party remark how lovely the music was and her selections. I would highly recommended her for any occasion... -- Joanna V, Blue Bell, PA, 10/24/2010
• Joanna was lovely to work with. She was the consummate professional, and added much class to our affair. We enjoyed her playing tremendously. I highly recommend her for any affair! -- Judith M, Princeton, NJ, 2/5/2011
• Joanna was great! -- Faviola B, Romoland, CA, 10/1/2011
• Joanna's gentle harp music and singing added so much to my father's internment ceremony. It was very peaceful and moving, and fit perfectly with the setting. Joanna was very pleasant to deal with, making sure that any selections we wanted were included and also that she knew where to go in the Memorial Park. She arrived early and just really helped make it a very meaningful event. -- John P, Glendora, CA, 9/4/2011
• The ambiance that Joanna created with her harp playing was magnificent. It was so palpable that when she took her break everyone noticed that something was missing. She arrived in enough time to set up and was prepared to play with plenty of time. I would highly recommend her. Our venue was an engagement party in a rustic, charming barn and she complimented it perfectly. -- Patricia T, Skippack, PA, 5/22/2010
• Joanna definately enhanced our special day. She was so easy to work with and dealt with last minute changes without trouble. Her music was beautiful and she always acted professionally. We were very thankful to have her perform at our wedding ceremony. -- Nathan C, Linwood, PA, 7/3/2010
• Joanna was elegant, talented, and wonderful! Her gorgeous music added the perfect touch to my daughter's wedding. The cocktail hour would not have been quite the same without it. -- Coleen M, King Of Prussia, PA, 7/18/2009
• Joanna was professional, arrived on time, her music was very appropriate, and I would highly recommend her. -- Jane M, Lawrenceville, NJ, 4/28/2011
• We hired Joanna to perform for our Volunteer Recognition Breakfast. We had about 80 guests. Her music went perfectly with breakfast. She plays beautifully. I could have listened to her all day! She also took requests and interacted with the guests. I will definitely keep her in mind for future events. -- Jennifer L, Allentown, PA, 4/24/2010
• Great!!! Very easy to communicate with. -- Casey M, Bensalem, PA, 3/25/2011
• We were totally satisfied with Joanna's services. She is a true professional, dressed beautifully and her music filled my event with beautiful angelic elegance. -- Deb C, Broomall, PA, 4/17/2010
• Very professional and extremely talented. A wonderful addition to our first wine tasting event. -- Sheryl C, Wilmington, DE, 12/3/2010
• Joanna did a fabulous job. We received many compliments from our guests and thought the music was perfect! -- Jessica M, Lahaska, PA, 7/25/2009
• Joanna showed up precisely on time. Played a beautiful collection of music throughout the evening that added class and sophistication to our event. Many of the guests had very positive comments. Will have her at our next scheduled event. -- Andy M, Runnemede, NJ, 10/16/2008
• This person was extremely helpful ans willing to do whatever I requested in order to make this special event a success. She even learned a new song that she never had played before. I would recommend her to anyone. -- Kevin P, King Of Prussia, PA, 8/7/2009
• My mother was in love with the idea of having a harpist play during our cocktail hour. Joanna was perfect. She played requests and a larger variety of music during the event. She was dressed very formal, which fit the style of the event. I would definately recommend her to friends, family, and all. Thank you Joanna!! -- Rebecca A, Somerset, NJ, 7/17/2009
• Joanne played at my daughters wedding ceremony I was very happy with her, my guest really enjoyed it. I would highly recommend her -- Diane P, Bensalem, PA, 10/10/2008
• The members of The Queen Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania of the Red Hat Society were surprised by Joanna being at our tea. It was my surprise to them. Joanna thrilled us first by showing up in Red and Purple and secondly her wonderful talent. Joanna and her music added the touch of elegance I wanted. She was so accomplished yet played I'M A LITTLE TEA POT and HAPPY BIRTHDAY for us. The ladies requested her card for future use. I hope they and others use her. I know I will be. Thank you Joanna for making the day so special Loretta Foster Queen Chairman of the Board Strangers in the Night Hat Pack Founding Queen of the Council -- Loretta F, Philadelphia, PA, 9/13/2008
• SHE WAS GREAT!!! -- Dorota K, Bensalem, PA, 7/7/2008
• Overall, I found working with Joanna Mell delightful. Her fee was more than fair. Communication by email was prompt. She met all my requests. Her knowledge of liturgical music and her willingness to work with the music director of our church prior to my daughter's wedding really was a plus. Most of all her expert playing added such beauty to the ceremony and just the touch my daughter desired. With all the responsibilities I had as both Mother of the Bride and the wedding planner, I can't thank Gigmasters and Joanna Mell enough for the part you played in making this task so easy and enjoyable. -- Rose K, Tabernacle, NJ, 4/11/2008
• Joanna played the Celtic Harp at our event and the music was exceptional. We had numerous comments from people about how great the music was at the party. She was very perfessional and interacted with the people there discussing her instrument and music. A great addition to the party. I would highly recommend Joanna Mell. -- Kenneth V, Philadelphia, PA, 2/22/2008
• Joanna was a fantastic harpist and some of my guests complimented how elegant her music made our wedding. I'm so glad I chose her. Thank you so much Joanna!! -- Cara S, Phoenixville, PA, 12/13/2008
• Joanna was very professional and helpful guiding us through the service she provides and selection of the music. Our guests were very impressed with her performance. -- Robert K, Bensalem, PA, 5/30/2009
• Joanna played at my mothers 85th birthday party and did a wonderful job. All attendees were pleased with her selections. It was the perfect background music. -- Denise C, Media, PA, 10/24/2009
• My husband and I used Joanna for our Sept 10th wedding at the Morris Arboretum. She was very helpful with choosing and professional with all of our correspondences. I would recommend Joanna to any friend or family! -- Carrie M, Philadelphia, PA, 9/10/2010

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