CLIENTS | harp-music

Having Jana playing the harp at our wedding added one of the most exquisitely intimate touches to the ceremony and pre-drinks. It truly enhanced the entire experience and added a wonderfully ethereal, classical layer of depth to the wedding as a whole. Besides being an exceptionally talented harpist, Jana was a dream to work with as a person: always friendly, professional, caring and a wonderful addition to our wedding team. I would recommend her unreservedly, a million times over. -- Illustrator Maria Magdalena

What an absolute dream come true, to walk down the isle to the beautiful sound of Jana playing the harp alongside the cello and violin. From the moment we came across Jana on social media (years before getting married), we knew we had to have her at our wedding one day. And on our special day, as well as the months building up, we were not disappointed. The ambiance that surrounded our love during our wedding ceremony was perfect, raw and real. Jana, your passion, sincerity, gentle spirit and talent all added so much to our day. Thank you for always giving your best and being so authentic while doing so. You are incredibly talented and we are so grateful for the moments you helped us create. We look forward to seeing you go from strength to strength in your music and will continue to tell anyone and everyone that you are an absolute must for their special day. Much love, Joelle & Andrea

Jana is an exceptionally talented harpist, who always gives her utmost best performance. She is reliable and always ensures that the best service is given. Thank you for your professionalism and for always ensuring that our clients' needs are met. -- Kirsten Putziger (Webersburg Events Manager)

Jana's performance was one of the highlights of our wedding and numerous guests have specifically referred to it as such. Not only was the music beautiful, adding to the magical atmosphere of our garden ceremony, she was an absolute pleasure to work with. Jana was extremely patient and generous toward a somewhat indecisive bride and one of the most important lessons of wedding planning that I'd like to share with future brides is that having vendors who combine talent with kindness makes such a difference to the experience! -- Rori & Stephen

Jana and the team at harpNOTED absolutely blew us away! Their music was pure magic. Jana's talent, passion and sweet nature make her the best in the business and I am so blessed they were part of our special day. -- Katherine Demlakia

We simply had to have a harpist at our wedding, not just any harpist but the best we could find! We wanted to represent our Irish roots and tie in with our Celtic wedding and guests - enter Jana. What Jana gave to us was special, it turned that humble little chapel into a memory for many. The music was left up to Jana and was just perfect, adding that something specially different. We had a Ceili Mor (HUGE Irish party) that evening with Irish dancers and band, but the most talked about was “the wonderful harpist” at the chapel! Thank you for making our day very special.

-- Cathy & Derek -

Everyone that attended our wedding was full of compliments for Jana and her music, which lent a romantic ambience to the church pre-ceremony. The song which I requested for my walk down the aisle was not a common one, but Jana mastered it so beautifully that it still gives me goose bumps now when I replay the scene in my mind. I would highly recommend her to anyone wanting to add that extra touch of class to their special day. -- Tiffany Palterman

Thank you for your beautiful music at the wedding ceremony at Constantia, we really appreciated & loved the beautiful sounds! The bride and groom was ecstatic and what a memory to take back to their country. Thank you so much for your valued contribution. -- Beverley Lee

A huge thanks to you and your husband on the classical guitar for the amazing atmosphere you created at the chapel as well as pre-drinks... It was absolutely beautiful! -- Monique & Nathan

I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for being part of my client's amazing celebration and for all you hard work. We appreciate everything you did to make this a success. I look forward to working with you again soon!

-- Kristin ('On the day Events' wedding planner)

Thank you so much for making my daughter’s wedding day so special, you really made the day, Jana. The trio just gave an elegance and class to the event and you were absolutely amazing. I could not have chosen better musicians than you, I will definitely contact you again.-- Ingrid Januarie

Baie baie dankie vir ons troudag se mooi musiek, dit was nog altyd my droom gewees en jy is ongelooflik talentvol. -- Wandi

What a blessing! Jana was so professional, helpful and knows exactly what is needed to make the moment work. She sets one at ease and takes initiative when needed. The atmosphere she created with her music was fulfilling, soothing and memorable! It was truly heart warming to hear her play and one of the highlights of the wedding day! -- Jolandi Henning

Thank you so much for your great assistance, you have been a blessing! On behalf of my husband and I we would just like to thank you for making our special day even more special. Your music was amazing and the guests absolutely loved it!

-- Elzaan Opperman

It was such a special day, we really couldn't have asked for anything better and you playing us in with our friend Esther was the icing on the cake! Thank you for everything! -- Roz

Duisende dankies dat julle deel was van ons sprokies dag, Jana. Almal was gaande oor die mooi, ‘classy’ musiek keuse en ons waardeer dit regtig baie dat jy kon deelwees van ons huweliksviering! -- Janine & Stefan

We had a small intimate wedding at a local winery and asked HarpNOTED's Jana van der Walt and her friends to share their distinct musical talents with us. It was wonderful. The peaceful music combined with the sunshine, birds and our dear friends was magical. Wedding planning can be stressful, but when the right ingredients all come together it makes for a most memorable occasion. Jana and her friends brought a perfect touch of musical magic and beauty to our special day. Thank you.

-- Mark & Anna

Jana's music provided the perfect ambience for our wedding day. Many guests commented on how wonderfully she played. Jana was also very professional and I highly recommend her for any wedding!

--Llewellyn Collins

Baie baie dankie vir die mooi musiek en goeie diens. Dit was vir ons 'n groot voorreg dat julle deel van die troue kon wees. Ons het baie komplimente gekry en sal julle met 'n geruste hart aanbeveel. -- Susan

As a wedding coordinator, I always want to offer the very best to my clients. Harpnoted has time and time again shown that you and your team are not only talented beyond expectation, but you truly love what you do. This enthusiasm shows in your work, which affects the end product and ultimately why I would highly recommend having you on board as part of any of my wedding celebrations. You are always willing to assist, even with super last-minute requests and I can rest assured that you will be on time, prepared and always willing to go that extra mile. Thank you for being awesome, I look forward to working together in the coming year!

-- Leana Ferreira (Just Jack director)

I just wanted to say thank you so much for your involvement with Kelly & Gavin's wedding. It was definitely a challenging one and your patience with everything was so appreciated! You were truly amazing and slotted in perfectly during the ceremony, with the numerous songs you had to play.

-- Leaan (wedding planner)

I have to extend a very big thank you to you for playing at our wedding. The entire ceremony was a bit of a whirlwind but before I walked down the aisle, when we were waiting all I could hear was the music echoing through the venue and it sounded so so magical and beautiful.

Definitely a memory I will never forget :) So thank you again! -- Zena

We love working with harpNOTED. They are professional and come highly recommended. They arrive on time, the clients love their music and they are always a hit. Adding in a vocalist is also something that works beautifully alongside the harp. I would add them to any event or wedding where you really want to 'wow' the crowd. -- Cara Lee Mc Laughlin (wedding planner -- The Mosaic Wedding Company)

Jana and her artists created such an extraordinary atmosphere at our reception. We wanted something beautiful and elegant, and Jana exceeded our expectations. All our guests complimented us on our choice of musical accompaniment for our reception. They gave us the atmosphere that helped tie everything together. Unreservedly highly recommended; especially if you want more than just another wedding DJ. Thank you!

-- Marcelle & Juan

Jana is not only a wonderfully talented harpist, but the whole process of booking her for an event is seamless and hassle-free. Her repertoire consists of both classical and contemporary music and she gladly assists with suggestions. I would highly recommend harpNOTED.

-- André Terblanché (owner of Prima Producations)

Truly magical experience creating exactly the ambiance we were looking for. Will highly recommend this professional service. -- Liezl Bester

Dankie vir die pragtige musiek, jou vriendelikheid, en die professionële manier waarop jy die hele proses hanteer het. Ons is regtig baie tevrede en dit was alles waarvan ons gedroom het. Jou keuse van musiek was pragtig en het die hele atmosfeer so mooi gekomplimenteer.

-- Renata Bothma

Jana, you exceeded all expectations!! Thank you for making our special day even more extraordinary. There is definitely something magical about a harp, and you play it with perfect grace and mastery. The experience was simply sublime. Also, thank you for your professionalism, and for being so prompt and efficient.You really render a brilliant service.

-- Marika Nel

Thank you so much for making our dream wedding so special with your beautiful music! There are really no words to express the emotions I felt when I heard you play Ave Maria for my walk down the aisle, it is something I will always remember and cherish. Wedding planning is one of the most stressful times in a brides life and having a professional, enthusiastic and attentive service provider such as yourself is an absolute pleasure. The piece de resistance of course was the wonderful feedback from our guests, who described your playing as ethereal and heavenly. So thank you once again, I would highly recommend your services to anyone looking to add a personal and special touch to their wedding day or special occasion. -- Stephanie & Richard

Jana het die proses van troue reel net soveel makliker en minder stresvol gemaak. Sy was vriendelik, warm en toeganklik en dit was so ‘n plesier om met haar te werk. Die gaste kon nie uitgepraat raak oor die pragtige harp en harpspeelster nie! Dit was die perfekte bydrae tot ‘n perfekte dag, opreg dankie.

-- Alecia & Andries

The inclusion of the lovely Jana and her beautiful harp was an inspired choice and the setting lends itself to the tranquil and cultured music she offered. Her choice of melodies was varied and appropriate; her proficiency on the instrument is to be admired. Having Jana play set the right tone and created a perfectly peaceful backdrop for a wonderful celebration of love. I am forever in her debt for adding such class and style. -- Dyan

We just wanted to thank you so much for your unforgettable contribution to our wedding day, the music was truly beautiful and added a magical dimension to our ceremony, it literally felt like a fairy tale! You are so incredibly talented and the feedback from our guests could not have been better. Thank you too for your professionalism and efficiency, we cannot recommend you highly enough. Thanks again for everything and I hope we have the opportunity to listen to you play again some time soon! -- Jessica

Thank you for making our day so beautiful you were AMAZING - I cannot put into words how stunning you are!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart, I could not have asked for anything better, our guests were hanging on your lips. -- Suhanri

Jana is an Artist of abundant vitality and skill. She really went out of her way to accommodate my client's song choice and requests. After working with Jana and experiencing how professional and accommodating she is, she will always be my first choice as an artist to perform at any of my clients' weddings.

-- Samantha (Pretty in Stains event coordinator)

Thank you só much for playing on our special day, Jana, you were amazing! I loved it so much, you added a really special & beautiful accent to the ceremony. We are really so grateful!

-- Christine Torr

Thank you so much for your beautiful music on our big day! We loved listening to you from the Manor House while getting ready, it was absolutely AMAZING! I definitely started crying when you switched to the Wedding March as I walked in... Your music is so beautiful and added such a touch of elegance to our special day! You were lovely to work with and I hope we can have you play for us again some day. -- the Buckleys

Thank you so much for the amazing harp music at our wedding. Everyone was commenting on your wonderful talent and it really did make our wedding day extra special! -- Dr Kim Booysen

Having Jana perform at our wedding added that extra special touch! The music she played, as I walked down the aisle and for the guests at pre-reception drinks, was elegant and well suited to the ambiance we were trying to create on our day. I would recommend Jana to perform at weddings or other special events. She is truly an amazing harpist and wonderful person to work with! -- Mandy Malloch

Jana, I greatly appreciate all your assistance up to date, you have made this experience pleasant and enjoyable so far. Thank you so much for your kindness and wonderful spirit! I am looking forward to hearing your angelic sounds on our wedding day, I know everyone will remember it! -- Charlotte Regter

On behalf of my husband and myself I would like to give a massive thank you for helping to make our wedding ceremony a truly unforgettable experience! It was so beautiful and magical.

-- Anita Curtin

Jana's harp playing was absolutely amazing and added a magical element to the build-up to the ceremony. Her skill and willingness to learn new songs close to our heart made a lasting impression. Her repertoire included a wide variety of songs, not only traditional harp music which really impressed our guests. If we ever have another event requiring a musician, Jana will be at the top of our list and we highly recommend her to anyone looking to add a special touch to their wedding day or event.

-- Ashley & Melissa Hughes

It was such an honour having you play at our wedding - THANK YOU!! Seriously, you are amazing. Your playing was beautiful and added a magical touch to our day. -- Christine Torr

Just a HUGE thank you for taking the time to be a part of our event. Having both the harp and cello there took it to another level. We have been receiving messages from all over telling us how they loved the whole experience particularly you BOTH! -- Sam de Bruin (SAManagement)

Thank you so much for everything on Saturday, all our guests said the music was lovely and perfect for the set up, they loved your music and can’t stop talking about the beautiful harp and music! We really appreciate all the thought and effort that’s gone into the music selection – everything was so beautiful! We were so blessed to have you at our wedding and you were absolutely AMAZING, thank you. Wish I could take that moment in all over again. -- Gavin & Nadia

Thank you Jana! It all worked out so well and it was absolutely magical to see the trio as I walked in. The sound was perfect, I loved it sooooo much!! Thank you for making my day so special. -- Adrianne

We just wanted to say thank you to you and the lovely cellist for performing at our wedding. You were absolutely fantastic and really helped towards making the day special. We will always remember you as one of the highlights of our day! -- Many thanks Primrose & Ndabezinhle

We want to thank you on behalf of the couple and our team for everything this weekend! You were amazing and really went the extra mile to give Charlotte & Kush the perfect wedding. We can honestly say that each and everyone did more than their part and helped wherever they could. We appreciate everything you did, through rain and sunshine, to make the event a success! -- The [Kraak]-span

Ek kan nie vir jou beskryf watter bydrae jy gelewer het tot my ma se 70e nie. Sy kan nie uitgepraat raak daaoor nie, weereens baie dankie!

-- Ilna Conradie

Ons wil julle net weereens bedank vir die mooiste musiek tydens ons troudag. Die mense gee nou nog vir ons komplimente oor die musiek en harp! Dit is ’n groot voorreg om julle deel van ons dag te gehad het en waardeer julle so baie! Dankie ook vir jou hulp met die klank om seker te maak alles werk mooi uit - ons dag sou beslis nie dieselfde gewees het sonder julle nie! -- Baie liefde, Liza Buitendag

Jana gave us wonderful service! She organized two other musicians, to create a trio and play our chosen songs. We found that most musician groups have a set and outdated playlist and were not willing to accommodate us with our more ‘modern’ song selection, but Jana accommodated us! -- Adoré du Plessis

Thank you so much for everything you have done for us at our wedding. All our guests said the music was lovely and perfect for the setup. We really appreciate all the thought and effort that has gone into the music selection. -- Nadia Brennon

Jana is an incredibly talented musician - what a privilege to have her as part of our special day. Our guests could not stop complimenting our choice in music, which added a magical ambience to our fairytale wedding. HarpNoted comes very highly recommended! -- Janine Gerber

Jana played her harp at my mother's funeral reception. An extremely emotional time for me and my family - she was an absolute star. The beautiful classical music was gentle and soothing but also sophisticated and masterfully executed. It set the required tone for the event, and I would recommend her services to any music enthusiast. -- Nicole Rotmann

I booked Jana for a function and all I can say is THANK YOU so much for making a special occasion, exceptionally special. Jana was so professional, yet at ease with everyone who wanted to meet her. She read the room well, knew what to play and kept the party in full swing. I would absolutely 100% recommend Jana. It is not every day you hear "A thousand years" played on a harp! -- Collett Pillay

HarpNOTED absolutely set the tune for the day. It was so beautiful and magical we didn’t want it to end. Thank you for making our special day a real-life fairytale! - Alice Burnham-King

Jana was friendly and efficient from the start and provided me with all the necessary information, going out of her way to accommodate us. Everyone loved and enjoyed the music and it just set the tone for the rest of the evening. Thanks again Jana you were great and it was so enjoyable to listen to the duet. I highly recommend you! -- Rache Hanekom