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Chanah Ambuter, Michigan Harpist, is a professional musician in the Metro-Detroit area of Michigan, who specializes in weddings and special events. For over 18 years, Chanah Ambuter has been learning, performing, and teaching on the harp. Offering a personalized musical experience to fit your exact vision, she is dedicated to bringing the elegance, romance, and brilliance of the harp to your special day.

About Chanah Ambuter, Harpist:

Chanah Ambuter ("The Michigan Harpist") would be delighted to provide a blissful and elegant musical performance of professional quality, custom tailored to your vision to perfectly express your dream experience.

With over 1,000 songs in her always-expanding repertoire, Chanah has worked to cultivate a full, romantic sound to entrance and dazzle her audiences. Genres of music she offers includes Classical, Celtic, Modern popular, Golden Oldies, Broadway, Jazz, Disney/Soundtrack, Holiday, Religious, World Genre(s), and Therapy/Garden-inspiration music. To hear samples of her recent performances, visit her website or YouTube channel.

Chanah first began harp lessons at the age of 11; she has continued to pursue the harp's versatility and grandeur throughout her studies at The Juilliard School: Precollege Division, The University of Michigan, and the University of Illinois, culminating with her Master of Music in Harp Performance and Literature degree. She performs frequently in the greater Metro-Detroit area; past clients have included the DIA, the Metro-Detroit Chorale, the University performances as an alumna, and of course, hundreds of weddings and romantic occasions.

Her primary event harp is made by the prestigious Italian manufacturer "Salvi." Their trademark luxurious, luminous sound and masterful craftmanship has led to custom commissions and performances for royal families and events. Chanah's own Salvi harp is a lovely Gilded Iris (Limited Edition) in rosewood and 24-carat gold, and a luxurious, vibrant, world-class sound.

Some of the events she's played for include:

- Weddings/receptions
- Engagement parties
- Parties and celebrations
- Church services, funerals, memorials
- Corporate Functions, school presentations
- Solo performances
- Chamber performances (or collaborations with other musicians/artists)
- Benefit concerts & fundraisers
- Ensemble (orchestra, musicals, opera)
- Accompanying (choirs, duets, etc).

Ready for the next step? Get in touch with Chanah Ambuter to book a free consultation or reserve your date!

Services Offered:
Chanah Ambuter, Michigan Harpist is available for not only weddings but a wide range of services and events. With an extensive and growing repertoire of over 1,000 pieces, Chanah will work with couples to find the best music for their big day. Clients can choose from Classical, Celtic, Modern pop, Golden Oldies, Broadway, Jazz, Disney/Soundtrack, Holiday & Religious, and Therapy/Garden-inspiration music.

Chanah’s lifelong dedication to her craft drives her to deliver a one-of-a-kind feel to each wedding. Other services provided by Chanah Ambuter, Michigan Harpist include:

  • Free Consultations
  • Indoor/outdoor events
  • Ceremony (prelude and service)
  • Background photo music
  • Cocktail Hour
  • Receptions
  • Engagement & Anniversary parties
  • Instrumentals
  • Amplifiers for the harp and speakers
  • Musical Interludes
  • Reception
  • Rehearsal Dinner
  • Sample Music
  • Sound/PA System
  • Woman-owned

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$325

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$350

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Music
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What instruments does your group play?

Harp
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
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Maisha
Maisha R. Getting married on 05/18/2024
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Chanah is a GEM in the Wedding Industry!

It's not often you come across a vendor who cares about your event as much as you do, but Chanah is truly that. From our first conversations hitting it off over our mutual love of cats, to her genuine interest in learning and understanding South Asian culture and music, and her absolute professionalism and expertise through it all, Chanah is an absolute gem. She helped me navigate through her very detailed portfolio of available songs and was able to honor nearly every request I had. She took on the song requests I had and played the more beautifully than I've ever heard. She made great professional recommendations around logistics for maximizing the harp experience the day of, and was extremely flexible during the actual event. She checked in at appropriate times in the weeks leading up to the event and all around made me always feel comfortable and confident in my decision to work with her. All these factors would have made her a 10/10 vendor, but then she went even further above and beyond. My fiance and I are South Asian and while I'd always dreamed of having a harpist for our event, I especially wanted to feature some of the special South Asian songs I grew up with. Chanah committed to one of my choosing among the list of options I'd sent her, but two days before our event she surprised me and let me know she'd perfected 4 more of the South Asian songs to the harp, in addition to even watching some of the movies they came from. I was actually in tears hearing this music played during our event in a more beautiful way than I ever had before. Chanah is extremely skilled as a harpist and is an incredibly genuine and kind human being. I would work with her over and over and could not recommend her enough! Chanah, I've said this to you before and will say it again - you were the best part of our day, THANK YOU!!
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Nina Married on 08/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing artist and super nice

Chanah was such a amazing harpist! She helped me every step of the way when selecting music for my wedding ceremony. I am greatful she played for my wedding.
Bellina
Bellina G. Married on 07/21/2023
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Talented harpist, perfect addition to our wedding

We had Chanah play during the cocktail hour of our garden wedding. She was very professional and her playing is wonderful. Guests loved her and even gave her requests, which she accomodated!
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