From where we set up the harps, we overlooked the Chicago river and Navy Pier (remember the wedding I played in the Crystal Gardens last summer?)!
As always, we arrived extra early. We always build in an extra hour or two of time when we are faced with the unpredictability of Chicago traffic and parking downtown. The Swissotel, however, makes it easy with valet parking right at the front door. Once we were done playing, we were able to take the harps down the elevator all the way to the garage, and were quickly on our way.
You just can't beat this backdrop for your party! The Edelweiss Penthouse is perfect for cocktail parties, open houses, and small wedding receptions. All of the guests (and the harpists!) enjoyed the lake and city views.
We provided background music for two hours while the guests enjoyed cocktails, appetizers, desserts, and coffee. We played a few classical and Irish pieces, but it was mostly popular music. Some favorites were "Can't Help Falling in Love", "Yesterday", and of course (considering the name of the Penthouse) ~ "Edelweiss" from The Sound of Music.
The room was decorated with black linens and spring floral arrangements with yellow and pink roses mixed with green hydrangeas. Since everyone attending had to be back on a plane to Oklahoma the next morning, the hosts sent us home with one. It matches our living room perfectly!
Jeff and I perform both professionally as harp soloists and in a visually and acoustically impressive harp duet. We are available throughout Chicago and the suburbs for parties, weddings, and concerts. Visit our website, Chicago Harpist, or call 1-877-HARP-578 to find out more. We'd love to work with you to make your event a success!
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