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Lydia Haywood is a professional harpist based out of Croton, Ohio. She has been playing for special events since 1999 and has performed many times in Columbus and the surrounding areas. Impressively, she has also recorded three CDs. Her expertise and experience can add an elegant touch to any couple's special day.

Services Offered

In addition to performing, Lydia also enjoys teaching harp and piano lessons. She is available to play for your wedding, reception, dinner, party, open house, tea, or other special events. Samples of her music can be heard on her website and in-person. Lydia can be hired as a solo, duo, or trio act and can add the addition of a flute, guitar, piano, trumpet, or violin to her performance.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Ceremony Music
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
String - Trio

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What instruments does your group play?

Flute
Guitar
Harp
Piano
Trumpet
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals

Reviews of Lydia Haywood - Harpist

Ellen
Ellen Sent on 11/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding cocktail reception music

Lydia played for cocktail hour before our wedding dinner. She arrived and set up without me even seeing - the music just magically began. The choice of pieces she played was varied and just lovely background music. My grandsons even recognized some pieces they love. She was very flexible and easy to work with. Then when the time came for dinner she quietly disappeared. Very nice experience. I'd definitely hire her again.
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Carly Sent on 02/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Ceremony music- Harp & Violin

Lydia is extremely talented and has a large catalog of songs to chose from. She play before and during our ceremony, we had a violin as in addition to harp. Our guests enjoyed the music pre-ceremony. She responds to our email communication in a timely manor and was professional and polite. We are very pleased to have had the opportunity to work with Lydia!
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Nathan Sent on 10/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful and beautiful music

We used Lydia for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with our experience. She was professional, flexible, and very willing to work with our requests. Having her music really elevated the beauty of the event, and she was truly an invaluable part of the experience!
JoBeth
Jobeth Sent on 09/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!


Lydia's music transcended the decorated industrial-garden courtyard, rustic ivy background, and spiffed-up guests who attended our daughter's wedding ceremony, adding an elegance that was as perfect as the September afternoon.
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Nancy Sent on 06/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Peaceful addition to the day!

What a joy it was working with Lydia! Besides the obvious (she plays beautifully), Lydia was so easy to work with. As I was planning an out of town wedding and had never heard Lydia, she arranged for me to meet in her studio to review the selections and timing. Made a couple of changes to the original contract, all of which were executed flawlessly. Thanks Lydia for your contribution to a wonderful wedding day!
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Jessica Sent on 06/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience

Lydia was absolutely fantastic! A harp was something I’ve always dreamed of playing at my wedding and it was certainly not disappointing. By choosing the music to the day of Lydia was on top of it. Very thankful we found her!
Emily
Emily Sent on 07/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Made our Wedding so Magical!

Lydia made our wedding day feel so magical and special. Her playing is so beautiful and my family enjoyed listening to her so much. Lydia was responsive and so flexible with constantly changing wedding plans, due to our wedding being during the covid-19 pandemic. We ended up have a backyard wedding with only immediate family and were so thrilled Lydia was able to be a part of our day, truly so special.
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Cameron Sent on 11/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfectly professional

She was so professional and helpful in choosing music. She even learned a new song for my wedding!
Deborah
Deborah Sent on 11/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful musical performance!

Lydia Haywood did a wonderful job playing the harp and piano for my wedding. Everyone loved her music! She is a skilled and passionate about her music. I would definitely recommend Lydia for any special event!
Chelsey
Chelsey Sent on 10/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Touch to our Ceremony

Being the bride, there are so many things you miss but I can tell you I remember the harp in the background guiding me and my father down the isle to my husband. It calmed my nerves and was simply beautiful. Lydia was so fun to work with and truly set our ceremony apart from others. She was even willing to learn a few extra songs for me at only the cost of her sheet music. I would highly recommend her as she continues to receive only the highest of compliments from my guests.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Flute Cocktail Flute Cocktail Wedding Musicians

Lydia is an excellent harpist! Her music is so serene and adds a special touch to any special event. I highly recommend!

BridalSmiths BridalSmiths Wedding Planners

I have worked with Lydia for years and am happy to recommend her to my clients. First and foremost, she is an excellent musician. Beyond that, she arrives on time, is professional and courteous, and charges a fair price.

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