Carol Tatum, Harpist

VOTED #1 HARPIST FOR THE AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO/LAKEWAY/GEORGETOWN AREAS!  Former Windham Hill Records recording artist Carol Tatum is available to play harp for your wedding or event in the Austin to San Antonio areas, TX (SEE CLIENT REVIEWS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE).

Carol performs primarily as a SOLO HARPIST and is also available as HARP DUO (harp/violin).

Carol performs for WEDDINGS, corporate and private events, parties, etc.

Carol has performed for The SCREEN ACTORS GUILD AWARDS, Henry Kissinger, Cardinal Roger Mahoney, Phyllis Diller, BOB HOPE, STING, Don Henley, the Mayor of Dallas, etc. Carol has also played for the cities of Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, etc., and for charities such as WeSpark (recently seen on 'Entertainment Tonight' and 'Access Hollywood', Project Angel Food, Children's Health Coalition, etc. 

Carol appeared in a TV episode of 'EXTREME MAKEOVERS: WEDDING EDITION' (ABC) as a harpist in a wedding scene with Liza Minelli singing for the reception and on the reality show 'RENOVATE MY FAMILY' with Jay McGraw (Dr. Phil's son). 

BIOGRAPHY/CREDITS:  Carol has TOURED THE U.S. and was a featured artist on Windham Hill's 'Winter Solstice' tour performing at The Kennedy Center and other performing arts centers (3,500+ seats). Her Windham Hill CD 'Angels of Venice' was submitted by her record label for a GRAMMY NOMINATION. She is on twenty one Windham Hill compilation CDs including 'Conversations with God, Disc 2,' 'Here, There and Everywhere: The Songs of the Beatles,' 'Winter Solstice On Ice' (including DVD and more). 

WEDDING INFORMATION:  Carol's RATES ARE REASONABLE and SHE WILL TRAVEL to your wedding destination (within approximately 150 miles or 1.5 hours outside of the Austin or San Antonio areas). 

Carol plays a CUSTOM MADE HARP and her harp tone is characterized as WARM, RICH AND FULL SOUND. CAROL'S BEAUTIFUL HARP LOOKS LIKE AN ANTIQUE with tasteful gold leaves and vines painted on the soundboard. 

Most brides do not realize that AN UN-AMPLIFIED HARP IS HARD TO HEAR! Most harpists only play acoustically or run an amp without proper knowledge of EQ resulting in a thin, brittle sound. CAROL PLAYS THROUGH ONE OR TWO AMPLIFIERS and has many years of knowledge and experience running sound, thus creating a warm, beautiful, clear harp tone. 

Thank You for considering Harpist Carol Tatum for your wedding or event!

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CLIENT REVIEWS 2025-2026:

9/12/26  RENEWAL OF VOWS  & COCKTAIL HOUR:  “My husband and I hired Carol to play harp for the renewal of our vows after 25 years.  To say she blew us away with the most incredible music is an understatement.  On top of that, she was attentive, punctual, collaborative, kind and incredibly talented.  Do not hesitate to hire her for any event, especially if you want to wow your guests and have the most incredible experience.”  Tamar H., Austin, TX  *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY:  “Having Carol at our wedding was a true delight.  Her professionalism was surpassed only by her talent.  She was very communicative from the time we made our booking through our wedding and beyond!  We really couldn’t have asked for more and would recommend her to anyone looking for a musician for any event they want to make extra special.  Thanks again, Carol!  Colt S., Boerne  *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY:  “Carol Tatum is hands down the BEST harpist out there.  She added such a delightful tone to our wedding – so attentive, ultra positive, happy and helpful.  A beautiful lady!  And SUPER professional.  Her music is absolutely beautiful and her repertoire is extensive.  I cannot say enough about her and we were appreciative to have had the opportunity to hire her!  Carol Tatum has a true talent and anyone would be insanely luck to have her perform for them as an event musician!!”  Cathy C., New Braunfels *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY & COCKTAIL HOUR:  “Very elegant and professional!  Highly Recommended!  Carol was fantastic from planning to execution.  Our wedding was a little chaotic but Carol was one of the best, most worry-free parts.  Her playing is excellent and I highly recommend her for everyone else.”  Jacklyn J., Fredericksburg *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY:  “Thank you so much, Carol!  Our guests raved about your skills!” Audrea W., Austin *****FIVE STARS

PRIVATE CLUB AUSTIN:  “Exceptional evening!  I can't be more happy with the music and service that Carol provided for our black tie event in Austin. It was a perfect addition to our gathering and venue, and her repertoire is deep. Many in our group commented on how lovely the music was, and Carol fit right in with her choice of formal attire. She is a lovely person, and I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again!”  Mike B., Austin *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY:  “Carol, we just wanted to say “Thank you” again for playing for our wedding.  You did a BEAUTIFUL job, we got so many compliments about your music.  You made the day so much prettier and created such a beautiful ambiance.”  Kaitlyn H., Driftwood *****FIVE STARS

PRIVATE EVENT:  “Everyone loved the music!  Thank you, Carol (for playing for our Sunday brunch).”  Catlin, Austin, TX *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY & COCKTAIL HOUR:  “Perfect music ceremony!  Thank you Carol for your incredible music. The music you played and the softness of the sound of the harp brought elegance and grace to the wedding ceremony.  Our guests loved your music at the cocktail reception as well.  You’re the best!”  Lori D., Wimberley, TX  *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY:  “Carol is amazing. She showed up early, set up her beautiful harp and made sure everything was perfect. She can play from 200 year old music to Metállica. We had a lovely evening, ended up going over the time we had agreed but we really didn’t want her to leave. She plays amazing music and she’s a lovely lady. I highly recommend her for any special event. She is so classy and elegant and her music is extraordinary. Thank you, Carol, for making this evening unforgettable.  Beautiful music and lovely lady that plays like an angel.  Until next time!”  Nusha B., New Braunfels, TX *****FIVE STARS

WEDDING CEREMONY & COCKTAIL HOUR:  “Thank you for being part of our special day and making such beautiful music!  Be Blessed.”  Sarah H., Round Rock, TX  *****FIVE STARS

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Event List - Harpist Carol Tatum,

Serving Austin, Georgetown, San Antonio, Horseshoe Bay, Lakeway, San Marcos

 

Texas:

Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings

Allen Mayor Steve Terrell

Lakeway Mayor Thomas Kilgore

AT&T

Chase Bank Downtown Dallas and Los Angeles

Sumitomo Bank/SMFB

Neiman Marcus

Dallas Cowboys Star Venue

Auburn University NCAA Victory event (win against Florida)

American Bar Association

DELL Technologies Austin

George Bush Institute

AT&T / Tech Mahindra Americas

Turbo Tax/Intuit Corporation

Karla Otto New York / Paris / Milan / Dubai

Fast Enterprises

Unbridled Entertainment, Denver / corporate event booking services

Keller Williams

HEB Corporate / HEB Retirement Dinner-Toys For Tots

City Of Lakeway

Lakeway Resort & Spa

The Preserve Canyon Lake

Winspear Opera House

Tobin Center For The Performing Arts

Rosewood Mansion On Turtle Creek

Highland Park United Methodist Church Dallas

Retired Officers’ Wives’ Club Of Austin

Perot Museum Dallas

Old Red Museum Dallas

Nasher Sculpture Center Dallas

Briscoe Western Art Museum San Antonio

Austin Country Club

Horseshoe Bay Yacht Club & Golf Resort

Hotel Crescent Court

Milestone Mansion

Belo Mansion

The Adolphus Hotel

Marriott Hotels (various locations)

Omni Hotel Downtown Dallas / Omni Mandalay At Los Colinas / Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

Fairmont Hotel Dallas

The Joule Hotel

The Gaylord Texan Grapevine (corporate and private events)

Dallas Arboretum

Ft. Worth Botanical Gardens

Marie Gabrielle Garden

Petroleum Club Dallas

Ft. Worth Club

Ft. Worth Ladies Club

Chandler’s Gardens

Stonebridge Ranch

Bear Creek Ranch

Piazza On The Green

Westwood Country Club Austin

Barton Creek Country Club

Brook Hollow Country Club

Brookhaven Country Club

Balcones Country Club

Clark Gardens Weatherford

San Antonio Zoo

 

And many more venues, country clubs, hotels and public and private performances from San Antonio to Austin to Ft. Worth to McKinney and beyond