I first found my love of playing music at the age of five years old surrounded by the sounds of my mums music. Following her to harp lessons, I was quickly taken in by the (then huge) instrument. I studied music both at Wells Cathedral School and the University of Kent where I obtained a music scholarship, coming top in Somerset and Bristol Music Festivals and representing the South West Youth Orchestra.
I have developed an extensive repertoire of music from my classical training through to my original take on contemporary music. Playing at my first wedding at the age of twelve, I have continued to play professionally at weddings, parties and corporate events. In 2017 I had the pleasure of performing for the play 'The Passing of the Third Floor Back' at The Finborough Theatre, London under the stage name Lizzie Faber.
I am a Kent based harpist and have played in many venues across the country, including Colston Hall, Brunels SS Great Britain, The Finborough Theatre, Bishops Palace, Wells Cathedral and Canterbury Cathedral.
"Emma played during our service and wedding breakfast, everyone commented at how amazing it was. It added something so unique and special to our day. I would highly recommend her to anyone."
David & Verity.
"Emma’s amazing talent and varied repertoire brought something very special to our wedding ceremony and also our drinks reception. All of our guests commented on how wonderful the music was on the day, and Emma was friendly and professional throughout. Highly recommended!"
Rebecca & Chris.
"Me and Brina would like to thank you for bringing a very special touch to our wedding day we where over joyed to have you as part of our day and our guest and the church where over the moon that we had you to play for us"
Paul & Brina.
"Thank you for your wonderful contribution to our big day yesterday. We had a wonderful time and you helped make the ceremony in particular very special. We’d happily recommend you in the future."
Tom & Jo.
Reviews
In 2017 I had the pleasure of performing for the play 'The Passing of the Third Floor Back' at The Finborough Theatre, London under the stage name Lizzie Faber.
“ live harp accompaniment, rippling beneath the action throughout, is rapturously melodious.” Sam Marlowe, The Times
“Lizzie Faber’s harp accompaniment, singing almost like a score in itself, is a touch of genius.” Tom Birchenough, The Arts Desk
“Lizzie Faber provides delightful musical accompaniment.” Philip Fisher, British Theatre Guide
“Another wonderful touch is harpist Lizzie Faber.” Beatrix Swanson Scott, Everything Theatre
“A lone harp player fills the dimly lit air with beautiful melodies.” Jonathan Evans, The Spy in The Stalls
“Harpist Lizzie Faber, who delicately and imaginatively weaves an otherworldly atmosphere through her sensitive playing.” Jane Kemp, WhatsOnStage
“Astonishing work of Lizzie Faber.” Richard Braine, London Pub Theatres