From Corporate to Harpist: Christina’s Journey To Becoming a Wedding Harpist
Christina shares her journey of stepping away from the corporate world to build a thriving wedding business
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In this episode of At Last Podcast, I sat down with Christina Thomas, also known as RVA Harpist, to discuss the key aspects of standing out as a wedding musician. Christina shares her inspiring journey—from growing up in a musically intense household to choosing the harp as her instrument of rebellion, stepping away from music during her corporate career, and ultimately finding her way back after a decade-long hiatus.
She also shares about overcoming technical challenges, like setting up a pickup for her harp, and how musicians can learn from each other instead of feeling like they’re in competition. We also dive into the importance of having a strong online presence and creating an exceptional client experience—two things that many musicians overlook but can make all the difference when booking weddings.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The pivotal moment that launched her career as a wedding harpist
How Christina navigated the challenges of amplifying her harp and why tech isn’t as scary as it seems
Why having an online presence (a professional website, social media, and booking system) is crucial for attracting modern couples
The underestimated power of client experience—how responding promptly and creating a seamless process sets you apart
Guest Spotlight: Christina Thomas, RVA Harpist
Christina Thomas (RVA Harpist) is a wedding harpist based in Richmond, Virginia who caters to fun-forward couples who LOVE music. After almost a decade away from her instrument, she reconnected with the harp as a way to find herself again after having children. Christina builds relationships with her clients over their favorite songs and creates a custom musical experience for each wedding. As a life-long fan of electronic dance music, she is on a journey to perform the music she loves and create an emotional experience for listeners.
Connect with Christina Thomas:
Instagram: @rvaharpist
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rvaharp/
Website: https://rvaharpist.com/
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