Kirsten Carrell Osborne

As a graduate of the Indiana University Jacob's School of Music as well as the North Carolina School of the Arts, Kirsten Carrell has more than 15 years of experience in providing elegant harp music for any occasion. Whether you are planning a wedding, dinner party, reception, luncheon, church service, holiday party, corporate event, or any other special event, Kirsten will provide memorable music for your occasion. Her versatile repertoire includes classical, popular, Celtic, contemporary, religious, and many other styles.
Kirsten has performed for various celebrities including John Cougar Mellencamp, Arnold Palmer, and on stage with Art Garfunkel. She also appears with various orchestras throughout NC and VA including the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra.

Kirsten is also available to play with flute or trumpet. Please contact me for more information about these exciting duos!

• Canon in D - Pachelbel
• Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring - J.S. Bach
• Bridal March - Wagner
• Wedding March - Mendelssohn
• Water is Wide - traditional
• Scarbarough Fair - traditional
• In the Garden - C. Schuetze
• Ave Maria - Schubert
• Trumpet Voluntary - Purcell
• Mediation from "Thais" - Massenet
• Wind Beneath My Wings - Larry Henley & Jeff Silbar
• The Rose - Amanda McBroom
• Evergreen - Barbra Streisand
• To a Wild Rose
• Softly, As in a Morning Sunrise - Sigmund Romberg
• Dream - Johnny Mercer
• Days of Wine and Roses - Henry Mancini
• Fools Rush In - Rube Bloom
• Somebody Loves Me - George Gershwin
• Lover, Come Back to Me! - Romberg
• Secret Love - Sammy Fain
• Misty - Erroll Garner
• Ain't Misbehavin' - Thomas "Fats" Waller
• Body and Soul - John Green
• It's Been a Long, Long Time - Jule Styne
• Everybody Loves Somebody - Ken Lane
• Time After Time - Jule Styne
• Moonglow - Will Hudson
• Chances Are - Robert Allen
• Tea for Two - Vincent Youmans
• Don't Get around Much Anymore - Duke Ellington
• Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Harold Arlen
• Autumn Leaves - Johnny Mercer
• Simple Gifts
• Lord's Prayer - Malotte
• "Andante" from Violin Sonata No. 2 - J.S. Bach
• Clair de Lune - Debussy
• Maid with the Flaxen Hair - Debussy
• Edelweiss - Richard Rogers
• Like Someone in Love - Jimmy Van Heusen
• Basin Street Blues - Spencer Williams
• Can't Help Falling in Love - Weiss/Peretti/Creatore
• Somewhere Out There - James Horner
• All I Ask of You - Andrew Lloyd Webber
• Crazy - Willie Nelson
• From This Moment On - Shanie Twain/ RJ Lange
• What a Wonderful World - Weiss/ Thiele
• Sunrise, Sunset - Harnick/ Bock
• The Way You Look Tonight - Jerome Kern
• And Many More!!

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings...and more.

• Kirsten played for my wedding in the SC Botanical Gardens. She traveled all the way from Charlotte in the rain, and was right on time for my ceremony. Unfortunately, some of my guests were less punctual and arrived a half hour late, but Kirsten was poised and professional, and played beautifully until everyone arrived. The music we selected helped set the mood for every moment. And right on cue when Kirsten's fingers plucked the first notes of our processional, the rain stopped, the clouds parted, and she played in the sunshine that would fill the rest of our wedding day. I can't say she single handedly banished the rain, but at the time, it sure felt that way. -- Bethany O, Clemson, SC, 5/21/2010
• If I could give Kirsten a higher rating than five, I would. Matter of fact, her true rating is off the charts. She played beautifully during my wedding and made a lasting memory for me. She was the icing on the cake. To be completely honest, she made the wedding what it was. Without her there, it would not have been the same. I could go on forever about how impressed my husband and I were. Our guest could not stop talking about her. If you desire an unforgettable event, hire Kirsten to play! -- Amanda F, Charlotte, NC, 10/24/2009
• Kirsten's beautiful harp performance for our son's rehearsal dinner was beautiful. We believe having Kirsten at our event, took the event from plain vanilla - to WOW! We received many compliments from our guests. Kirsten was punctual, professional and played to perfection. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a wonderful harp player. This was a memorable evening we will never forget. -- Lori C, Roanoke, VA, 7/29/2011
• Kirsten was fabulous. She began playing 30 minutes before the ceremony and through our reception. We received several compliments about her as most people have not experienced music by a harpist. We had a pretty informal reception and her music fit right in so do not think a harpist is just for formal occasions. She was worth every penny. Kevin and Stefanie -- Kevin H, Charlotte, NC, 4/3/2011
• I actually did not physically meet Kirsten until two hours before the wedding ceremony. We had talked on the phone and emailed each other several times prior to the event. All I can say if she was the best and that the music was beautiful. I would glady recommend her to anyone who is interested in having her play at their special occassion. -- Judy S, Lexington, SC, 4/2/2011
• Kirsten did an absolutely wonderful job!! She was easy to get in touch/communicate with. We actually ended up meeting at her house to hear her play before we booked her. What stood out the most, was that Kirsten was able to personalize her performance to meet our wants - she was able to perform a Coldplay song for my entrance :-) Simply amazing! -- Amy W, Marvin, NC, 5/1/2010
• Kirsten's music was incredible. She is such a talented artist. I planned my wedding from out of state, and she was always available to discuss music styles, help me select music, and offer recommendations. I would definitely hire her to play at another event. Everyone is still talking about how much they loved having a harpist during the ceremony. -- Crystal W, Asheville, NC, 10/25/2008
• Kirsten was incredible. I was unsure of what I wanted for the ceremony and she helped me pick selections that were perfect for me. The music was beautiful and added a sense of elegance and serenity to the ceremony. I could not have imagined it being any more perfect than it was. Thank you Kirsten. Ali -- Alicia L, Charlotte, NC, 5/30/2010
• Working with Kirsten has been and absolute pleasure. She made my wedding such a special occasion. I am so pleased with how everything turned out. I would most definately recommend Kirsten to friends!!! -- Wilma R, Charlotte, NC, 7/11/2009
• Amazing musician! Our wedding ceremony music was beautiful! -- Lisa F, Charlotte, NC, 2/6/2010
• Kirsten played her harp for our Holiday Breakfast of about 1500-1700 people. She played loud enough that everyone could hear and it was a beautiful addition to our event. We will use Kirsten at our next event. She was amazing on the harp, playing all the different holiday songs you could think of. We are very happy!!! -- Rachel D, Charlotte, NC, 12/12/2007
• Kirsten was wonderful to work with, on time and professional. Her music was just beautiful and we would recommend her to anyone needing a harpist. It made our daughters wedding day magical. -- Edie C, Charlotte, NC, 3/20/2010
• Kirsten was absolutely perfect for our wedding at Biltmore Estate! She played beautifully, presented herself well, and was extremely easy to work with prior to the event. She did everything exactly as she said she would; her punctuality & professionalism were both A+. I would definitely suggest her services to everyone! -- Lynn A, Asheville, NC, 6/14/2008
• Fabulous! I would use her again or recommend her in a heartbeat! -- Wendy L, Blowing Rock, NC, 11/6/2010
• Kirsten was wonderful. Everyone enjoyed her music at the wedding and she had great suggestions for the music choices that went over beautifully. -- Kristy G, Lake Lure, NC, 9/20/2009
• I am the mother of the bride so I didn't get to hear all of Kristen's music but what I heard was beautiful and our guests said that the music was beautiful and she did an awesome job. -- Patricia R, Lake Lure, NC, 7/17/2010
• Kirsten did a great job!! She was very easy to work with. She did everything she said she would and she was beautiful to watch!! -- Linda D, Clemmons, NC, 3/21/2009
• I was VERY pleased to have Kirsten play for my wedding. She was always prompt to reply and easy to talk to. I would recomment Kirsten to anyone not even for a wedding. The sound of harp was just amazing. -- Sumire K, Charlotte, NC, 9/13/2008
• Kirsten did such a wonderful job playing at my wedding on June 27th...the music was beautiful and people all night were telling me how much they enjoyed her and her music. Thank you for making my wedding night so special. -- Kelly G, Mooresville, NC, 6/27/2009
• Kirsten was GREAT!!! She made my wedding day even more special with the beautiful harp and wonderful music. Kirsten was very accomidating to what I needed and I would definately recommend her to anyone. Tabitha Schwebke Banner Elk, NC -- Tabitha D, Banner Elk, NC, 6/21/2008

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