What Clients Consistently Say about Shelley Otis

Repertoire Guests Recognize and Connect With

Shelley's repertoire spans pop, classical, jazz, world music, and more, with tailored selections that guests often recognize and connect with right away. 

"Guests were raving – saying they recognized the songs and talking about how beautiful it was”
– Sophia (The Knot)

“Her music spans from Taylor Swift to all the classics – something for everyone”
– Rene (Google)

"Even my husband's friends - guys in the late 20s-30s – really enjoyed the music! 
– Jennifer (The Bash)

“The variety of music Shelley played made the event [baby shower] so elegant and beautiful. The day will always be in our memories as such a special time” 
– Debra (The Bash)

“The mix between current and classical music was stellar”
– Renee (The Bash)

Custom Harp Arrangements

From Wu-Tang to Peruvian folk music to video game themes, clients often request meaningful or unexpected songs, and Shelley adapts them to the harp with skill. 

“She tailored the music perfectly – modern and spot-on to what we requested. An extremely skilled musician”
– Diane (Gig Salad)

"She learned a ballad version of ‘Dance With Somebody’ which was incredible" 
– Rachel (The Knot)

“She learned a niche Peruvian folkloric song for a dance with my parents” –
 Catherine (The Knot)

“She learned a Wu-Tang song for my aisle walk. I wasn't nervous once I heard her transition into C.R.E.A.M.” 
– Laura (WeddingWire)

“She even learned the Mii Plaza song for us!” 
– Emily (GigSalad)

“Even though I was so busy I didn't get to meet her in person – she still learned a new song just for me” 
– Caelis (GigSalad)

“I felt so connected to the music because Shelley had learned one of my favorite songs for me to walk down the aisle to”
– Eleanor (Zola)

Reads the Room

Clients frequently describe Shelley's music as expressive, elegant, and emotionally attuned to the people in the room. 

"She created a lovely atmosphere and engaged the different generations of people at the event ”
– Erika (Gig Salad)

“Her musicality is truly breathtaking – so expressive, graceful, and refined. It added a level of romance and sophistication that we will always remember” 
– Rebecca (Google)

“The guests at the party were blown away by her talent and willingness to adapt to the party atmosphere" 
– Renee (The Bash)

“As soon as I started walking down the aisle I heard harp music and it suddenly calmed me – I was ready for this next step in my life”  
– Vicki (handwritten thank you card)

“The ceremony was our favorite part of the day, and she helped make it so” 
– Rachel (The Knot)

“She made our entrance feel fairy-tale like with her melodies” 
– Angelique (Zola)

“So many guests commented on how elegant and beautiful the music was, and how she added to the ambience” 
– Adrienne (The Bash)

"She amplified the love and emotions that were in the room”
– Becky (WeddingWire)

Easy to Work With

Wedding and event planning can be stressful, and clients consistently highlight how seamless, responsive, and easy it is to work with Shelley. 

“She worked seamlessly with our officiant, cantor, and organist – she required little to no hand-holding and just came in and took care of business”
– Olivia (WeddingWire)

“From planning all the way through to the performance – professional and accommodating" 
– Adrienne (The Bash)

“She was very flexible in last minute changes that came up” 
– Jenna (Zola)

“She was the most amazing vendor to work with – and if I am ever in need, I would 100% reach out again” 
– Mia (Google)