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Based in Raleigh, NC, Sarah Cavaiani of Hummingbird Harmonies is a wedding soloist. For nearly 15 years, she has offered music for special events and occasions. Sarah is committed to excellent customer service, ensuring that clients receive the best from day one.
Sarah makes it her priority to craft events that are even better than couples imagined them. Meeting with clients beforehand, she establishes a relationship to provide the best services possible. By doing this, she may tailor a musical set to meet couples' needs and preferences, making the entire process as stress-free as possible.
Harpist Sarah loves to make events something truly special. By focusing on the joyful, unique, and memorable, she creates an environment that is fueled by beautiful music. To discuss different playstyles, song selections, or other details, couples can schedule a chat with Sarah to create their special, dream-come-true event. Unlike other classical musicians, Sarah specializes in offering a wide variety of musical genres. If she doesn't have something in her repertoire, she is happy to learn it for your event.
Hummingbird Harmonies offers four distinct wedding packages, ranging from ceremony only to full-service wedding weekends. Custom packages are also available so you can build the experience that best suits your needs. Your wedding should be a reflection of you - Hummingbird Harmonies is here to help.
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Celtic
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Folk
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Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
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Rehearsals & Parties
Rehearsal Dinner
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Sarah Cavaiani
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Sarah Cavaiani is a consummate wedding professional who has brought weddings of all sizes to life with expert musicianship. With a place on many preferred vendor lists, Sarah coordinates with couples, planners, venues, and other vendors to create a seamless experience for couples and their guests.
A Wisconsin native, Sarah Cavaiani now shares her beautiful music across the mid-Atlantic. With the hundreds of weddings she has played, Sarah has the expert adaptability required for live events. Elevate your wedding and “wow” your guests with live music.
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Sarah received glowing reviews for her harp performances at various weddings, with reviewers praising her professionalism, extensive song selection, and ability to create a magical and elegant atmosphere. Several couples appreciated her communication and responsiveness during the planning process, as well as her talent in playing a diverse range of music genres. Many guests were impressed by her music, describing it as beautiful, unique, and adding a special touch to the ceremonies. Overall, Sarah comes highly recommended for those seeking a talented and delightful harpist for their wedding or special event.
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Robert R
5.0
11/23/2024
We loved having Sarah play during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. She was very professional and easy to work with. She gave us a very large and diverse list of songs to choose from, in addition to learning a new one if we requested it (we did not). Overall, having her be a part of our wedding day was a joy and we highly recommend booking her for your next event.
response11/25/2024
Thank you, Bob! You and Shelby had a lovely intimate wedding. I loved that you picked an a...
rray of old favorites and new songs. My best to you and Shelby, your kiddo, and all the animals!
Elle C
5.0
11/15/2024
Sarah's music brought such a magical touch to our special day. Her communication was top notch, and she was so easy to work with. I loved picking out the songs and then hearing them on our wedding day. Highly recommend!!
response11/25/2024
Thank you, Elle! You and Daniel had the perfect fall day for your outdoor wedding. I loved...
that we got to include some of your favorite Taylor Swift songs in your ceremony. Keep me updated on your travels as you explore the world together!
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Elizabeth J
5.0
10/14/2024
Sarah was such a joy to work with during our wedding planning process! We knew we wanted the beautiful, ethereal aspect of a harp to accompany us during our ceremony and cocktail hour, and Sarah fit that need so perfectly. She is incredibly organized and has such a wide range of song selections to choose from. She also stays on top of new music as well, and learned a newer song for our bridal procession! Hearing her begin the song I was walking down to as I was hiding behind the doors waiting to enter was a moment that nearly drove me to tears, as music is so important to me.
Working with Sarah was very easy, and she is incredibly timely and professional (in addition to being a wonderful person in general). I would highly recommend her if you are looking to add a harpist to your event!
response11/25/2024
Thank you, Elizabeth! I got so many comments from your guests that they loved your song ch...
oices - Great Fairy Fountain for groomsmen, Golden Hour for bridesmaids, and River Flows in You for you - the bride. Your guests really felt that your choices enhanced the whole ceremony.
I was so honored to be a part of your and Nick's day. Thank you for letting me bring joy and magic to your wedding 🥰
Meghan B
5.0
10/08/2024
Sarah was absolutely amazing on the harp for our ceremony and cocktail hour! Sarah was incredible to work with throughout the wedding planning process. She has a very wide variety of music genres that she can play. We loved the process of picking out our music because Sarah was very responsive and provided great insight. Many guests remarked how unique having a harp was and how wonderful she sounded!
response11/25/2024
Thank you, Meghan! I loved playing for your and Brett's wedding at The Distillery. You are...
such kind people and I wish you the best in your marriage!
5.0
8/27/2024
I am writing this review about Sarah. First of all, she was so great at being responsive which right off the bat was a big deal for me. Planning a wedding is stressful but during our first initial meet through Zoom I was immediately put at ease. Second, booking her was extremely easy and fairly priced. Thirdly, she was on time and I balled my eyes out walking down the aisle to beauty and the beast. I've never heard the harp in person and it was an experience I will never forget. She made my event elegant and elevated in all the right ways. If I ever have an excuse to bring Sarah back to another event, I WILL and will recommend her to anyone looking for calm, beautiful music for any event. Thank you thank you thank you Sarah!
response08/27/2024
You are so sweet, Elizabeth! I empathize that wedding planning is stressful, so I'm so gla...
d I was able to add some calm to the planning process for you. Your Virigina lakeside wedding was certainly one I will remember for a long time. Congratulations to you, Brandon, and the kiddos!
Arianna S
5.0
6/21/2024
Sarah played at our wedding ceremony and was absolutely amazing! She is an extremely talented musician and she is just wonderful to work with! She has an astonishingly vast repertoire. Us and our guests loved every minute of her performance. Plus she was super well organized and communicative throughout the planning phase - a true joy!
Rose G
5.0
5/18/2024
We did a destination wedding all the way from NY down to NC. Planning is not easy long distance but I found Sarah and communication with her was easy. Sarah is very responsive and her song list is many she made it easy to select out songs we wanted and our guest could not stop talking about how beautiful it was to have her there and how angelic she sounded playing the harp.
I wanted our ceremony like a fairytale and that’s exactly what we got! I am glad we made that simple splurge that had a huge impact.
response07/12/2024
It was such a joy to play for you and Benjamin's wedding, Rose. I know planning a destinat...
ion wedding can be tricky, but your day came together absolutely beautifully. Congratulations to you and your families!
Karey H
5.0
3/13/2024
We hired Sarah to provide music at our wedding, partly because of her amazing song selection, and partly because of her support of the LGBT community. She far exceeded my expectations, and the next excuse I have to hire her, I'd love to! It was so easy to work with her. I cried after our first meeting, because I finally felt calm and supported. We both cried listening to a recording of a song she arranged/played for us. She provided clear communication, enthusiastically knew how to support our visions and make our day work the way we wanted, and made me feel at-ease about the capital-W Wedding Day. During our wedding, my guests LOVED her and we even had a sing-along during dinner. Not everything that day went 100% perfectly, and she so professionally rolled with it. (I actually had no idea at the time, I found out later) :D Five Stars, would shop again. Sarah- THANK YOU
response03/18/2024
I absolutely loved working with you and Brady! Your wedding day was so much fun and I love...
d celebrating with you and your loved ones. The sing-along was definitely a highlight! I'm so happy we could bring your vision to life for the perfect day (no matter the weather). Thank you for being your authentic, wonderful self. Congratulations to you both!
anonymous u
5.0
12/31/2023
Sarah was the absolute best addition to our ceremony. Hearing Sarah play as we walked down the aisle set such an elegant tone. We knew we wanted to have her as a part of our big day since the first moment we heard her play. We appreciated her various music options and professionalism. She was very helpful and we would highly recommend her to anyone looking to add the sweetest touch to their wedding day!
response01/01/2024
Thank you so much, Stephanie! It was such an honor playing for you and Bryce. I loved your...
choice of Young & Beautiful for your walk down the aisle. Congratulations!
Jacqueline V
5.0
12/31/2023
Sarah was amazing!! She lead me through the whole process and made great song recommendations. The day of, I ended up making slight time changes because the ceremony lasted way shorter than I thought and Sarah rolled with the changes and continued to play through the cocktail hour. She was super sweet and professional. Highly recommend.
response07/13/2024
Thank you, Jacqueline! Your wedding on the lake was so gorgeous - thanks for letting me be...
a part of it!
Lucy R
5.0
11/27/2023
It was an absolute joy to have Sarah be a part of our wedding experience. Her music was unparalleled; it was truly heavenly to hear. Additionally, she was a pleasure to work with. She helped tailor our song choices to fit our passions as a couple. She had proactive communication and was always readily available when we needed to talk. We cannot recommend her enough - you would be lucky to have her as part of the most special day. We can't imagine anyone better!
response11/28/2023
You are too kind, Lucy! I'm glad you had such a wonderful experience - it was a joy to wor...
k with you as well. Thank you for letting me bring music to your beautiful wedding day. Congratulations!
Caroline R
5.0
11/26/2023
Sarah made the wedding ceremony so special. She spent so much time with us preparing for the event, and she did a beautiful job. Having a harpist is a beautiful way to be a little different from other weddings. She played some contemporary songs, as well as traditional music. She was a pleasure to work with!
response11/27/2023
Thank you so much, Caroline! I was honored to help you celebrate your daughter's wedding. ...
My sincerest congratulations to Lucy, Dante, and your family!
Elise R
5.0
5/30/2023
I couldn’t be more impressed with Sarah! She was the star of the show and everyone is raving about her music that she played for our ceremony and cocktail hour! She was so helpful finding the perfect songs! Don’t look elsewhere and hire her !!!
response05/30/2023
You are too kind, Elise! I had so much fun picking out the perfect songs with you to strik...
e that balance between contemporary and elegant. You and Taylor had an absolutely perfect day - thank you for letting me be a part of it!
Lydia C
5.0
5/26/2023
Sarah made our wedding ceremony so special!!!! She is so talented and has a wide variety of songs from every genre! (Everything from hymns and musicals to pop and R&B). Sarah had excellent communication and always responded quickly if we had questions for her before our wedding day. She was so kind, friendly, and I can’t imagine our wedding day without her. Thanks again, Sarah! We would definitely recommend Sarah to anyone looking for a harpist for their wedding day or any other special event.
response05/29/2023
You are too kind, Lydia! I loved playing your wedding ceremony - you were absolutely radia...
nt :) I wish you and Taylor many years of joy!
Vanessa P
5.0
5/21/2023
Sarah played at my wedding and it was an amazing experience. The music was played beautifully. It added the perfect level of intimacy I needed on my special day. I would 100% recommend her to others! Thank you Sarah!
response05/22/2023
Thank you so much for trusting me with your big day, Vanessa! You and Cory had an absolute...
ly perfect celebration. Congratulations!
Christina Y
5.0
4/21/2023
Sarah was AMAZING to work with - She's just a genuinely nice and sweet person overall. Not only is she a very talented harpist, but she was so easy to work with! Everyone at my wedding was commenting about how beautiful her music was. The transition of each song was effortless and beautifully orchestrated. Overall, I highly recommend working with Sarah!
response04/25/2023
Thank you so much for sharing, Christina! You are too kind. I wish you and David all my be...
st!
Stella A
5.0
11/04/2022
From the moment we first reached out, Sarah was communicative, friendly, and professional. She played for both our ceremony and cocktail hour. We were so glad that she stayed past the ceremony because we loved so many of the songs on her list and wanted them at our wedding! The day of the wedding she was prompt, dressed for our black tie event, and our planner said she was the best harpist she had ever worked with!
We were nervous when Sarah got COVID 11 days before our wedding, but she communicated with us extensively those last two weeks, including having back-up performers in case she wasn't able to make it. Her music was angelic and our guests are still raving about it! Thank you, Sarah!
response11/05/2022
I'm so glad I was able to be a part of your wedding! It was a gorgeous evening - congratul...
ations to you and Trey!
Kyle S
5.0
10/20/2022
Sarah was extremely good and was part of making our special day so great. She had a wide list of songs to choose from, so we were able to tailor the music to our interests. She was punctual, professional, and very talented playing the harp. My wife commented that we wished we had booked her for the cocktail hour too, not just the ceremony. Highly recommended.
response10/20/2022
I'm so glad you and Lydia loved it, Kyle! Your ceremony was absolutely beautiful - you cou...
ldn't have asked for a more scenic September wedding. Thank you for your recommendation!
Lynda S
5.0
8/06/2022
Absolutely the most beautiful music! Plenty of music choices. It was so hard to choose because she has an extensive list. The whole process from hiring to choosing the music to the actual event was so easy. The pricing is fair, too. Sarah is delightful and very talented. We are so fortunate to have found her.
response08/07/2022
I'm so glad I was able to celebrate with your family, Lynda! Thanks for your review! My be...
st wishes to Sarah and Ian.
Serena K
5.0
6/22/2022
Sarah was super easy to communicate with, and gave a few great suggestions for songs. The harp really elevated the outdoor ceremony we had. Thank you!!
response06/22/2022
I'm so glad you loved it, Serena! Congratulations to you and Ali!
Amy A
5.0
1/29/2022
Sarah did an amazing job at our wedding! She was very professional and easy to work with. I appreciated her responsiveness on e-mail. Her song list had plenty of variety for us to choose from and met our ceremony needs perfectly!! Seriously everyone should have a harpist at their wedding! I genuinely enjoyed hearing her play while I was tucked away as guests arrived. Her sound is graceful and relaxing— exactly what I needed in that moment. I highly recommend Hummingbird harmonies!!
response01/29/2022
I'm so glad you loved it, Amy! How cool that the music helped calm your nerves before the ...
ceremony. Congratulations to you and Santiago!
April D
5.0
8/10/2021
Sarah was awesome! She was very responsive before our event and even learned some special songs we requested. Sarah made our ceremony special and we received many compliments from our guests. I would definitely recommend her as she is super talented and very professional.
response08/11/2021
Thanks for your kind words, April! I love that you and Mark personalized your ceremony wit...
h special songs. Congratulations again!
Katie M
5.0
6/25/2021
Sarah was wonderful to work with. Things were crazy with the Covid pandemic and we had to change venues, and bride was late to wedding but Sarah just kept playing the music we choose and extra songs . Her dress was perfect and she was so friendly. The sound was amazing.
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