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Highly in demand as a wedding harpist, Shelley Otis offers couples a versatile selection of popular covers, classical pieces, jazz standards, and music of various world traditions. She enjoys the creative challenge of adapting music of all kinds to her instrument and works with every couple to create their own unique song list. Couples can choose from a catalog of over 600 songs in a variety of genres including classical, popular, jazz, and various world traditions, and are welcome to request additional songs not on her list.

She provides music for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions, and more. In addition to solo work, she collaborates in several ensembles. For those who would like a more classic sound, she offers a string duo or trio with cello and violin; and those who would like something more upbeat can select the Boston HarpBeat, an instrumental cover band specializing in covers of anything from the Beatles to newly released music.

Based in Boston, she also travels to Rhode Island and southern New Hampshire and Maine.

Other services by Shelley Otis include:

  • A willingness to learn new songs
  • Planning and collaboration to create the perfect soundtrack for your day
  • Sound systems
  • Sample performances
  • Music during breaks
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$350

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$500

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Sound/PA System

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
String - Trio
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Flute
Harp
Organ
Piano
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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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Mathew T. Sent on 02/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A wonderful way to elevate your wedding!

Shelley was so wonderful to work with. She played harp at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour in November 2023. Meeting with her was always such a delight and she was so easy to work with! We were able to select two songs she would learn to make our wedding day that much more special!

If you want to elevate your wedding and make it even more elegant I would highly recommend Shelley, you won’t regret it!!
Karissa
Karissa Sent on 01/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful ceremony

Shelley was incredible to work with and made our special day unforgettable! She is so talented and sounded absolutely beautiful. I would recommend her to all couples looking to elevate their wedding and make it an everlasting memory! Thank you so much Shelley for working with us.
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Mike Sent on 12/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best harpist we could ask for!

Shelley was the harpist that played at our wedding ceremony. She was absolutely incredible on the day and played beautifully. Even months before the ceremony, she was approachable, kind, patient, flexible, and easy to work with. She listened to what we had wanted for the music and absolutely delivered. She even learned a new song for our ceremony and and it was the best arrangement we had ever heard of the song. She is incredibly talented and just so kind and caring. We could not have had a better experience with Shelley!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
An Amazing Day Wedding Officiant An Amazing Day Wedding Officiant Wedding Officiants

Shelley is a fantastic harpist. She works with her couples to personally design their ceremony music.

Derek Halkett Photography Derek Halkett Photography Wedding Photographers

Shelley Otis performed flawlessly and provided for a soft and comforting ambiance during the wedding ceremony. Shelley was a pleasure to work with and maintained a professional bearing throughout the evening. I highly recommend Shelley Otis if you are looking to add that special touch to your wedding day.

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Extremely talented and versatile Harpist, plays elegant wedding classics while keeping a modern approach!

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