Testimonials
✅ Winner of Best Wedding Ceremony Musician 2017, 2018, & 2019 at the Brides’ Choice Awards
✅ Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 75+ submitted Facebook reviews
“Just want to say a huge thank you. You were absolutely amazing. Everyone is commenting on how great you were. Thanks again so much 🙂 xxx “
Karen & Dave, May 2018
“Just a quick email to say thanks for singing at our wedding on the 4th of May. You were just as amazing as I thought you’d be an EVERYONE has commented on your voice and how beautiful you sang … You made our day very special and we both thank you so much for that!”
Michelle & Ed, May 2018
“Thank you so much for your wonderful performance. Everyone, including ourselves, were so moved by your voice and harp playing. It really made our day even more special. All of our guests had asked about you. They said you were outstanding. Thank you so much again, Claire […] My family and friends were mad about you xx”
Alayne & Willie, May 2018
“Claire, how can I thank you enough for the beautiful music you provided for our wedding last Saturday? It was nothing short of magical.
From the first time I emailed you, you were so easy to deal with, and nothing was too much to ask of you. Thanks for all your emails, and your advice on the best choices for our wedding day. Everyone loved your playing and your voice especially.
Maybe we’ll have to renew our vows next year to have you play for us again in the future! Míle buíochas,”
Lynne & Dermot, April 2018
“If it was possible to give 10 stars to Claire we would. Claire sang and played piano at our wedding in April this year. Slightly late with our review due to being crazy busy… but I cannot thank her and recommended her enough. She is a true professional who answers emails and queries in such a timely manner. She has the expertise, knowledge and experience to guide you through the process of picking your wedding music, not to mention her voice. Her voice is truly amazing and angelic… Our guests are still talking about her and one lady even has been YouTubing her videos. A massive thank you, Claire, you really made our ceremony extra special.”
Kim & Aidan, April 2018
“Claire, your music at our wedding ceremony was absolutely beautiful… When you sang in between readings it gave us a chance to look around & absorb everything … You have a fabulous voice & the harp was extra special! Our guests were in awe. You were so easy to communicate with all via email!! Thanks so much Xx”
Donna & Richard, April 2018
“We heard Claire sing at a friend’s wedding and when she started singing we both knew she was who we wanted for our wedding and luckily she was available! Her voice with the harp is amazing and to hear it puts a smile on your face. She’s so friendly and everyone was asking who she was! Thank you so much, Claire, for helping to make our day extra special xxx”
Christine & Denis, April 2018
“The biggest thank you to Claire for her amazing music at our wedding ceremony on Friday. It was every bit as amazing as we thought it would be and more. Being a big lover of music, it was always going to be important to me on the day and Claire made the ceremony what it was with her unbelieveable talent. Her professionalism in the run up to the wedding was fantastic, any email or question was responded to almost straight away, and her advice and input into my suggestions was such a great help. I could not recommend her enough and she was being praised by everyone even before we had left the church. A million thank yous Claire for everything.”
Danielle & Ray, April 2018
”Hi Claire, I wanted to get in touch to thank you for doing ceremony and reception music for our wedding … The harp sounded beautiful and so many people commented on your beautiful music and voice and repeated their compliments all through the weekend! I especially want to thank you for your help on the lead up to our wedding. You are great for keeping in touch and responding to emails so promptly 🙂 Thanks again, Claire, and all the best in the future :)”
Yvonne & Noel, March 2018
“Claire played at our wedding recently at St Peters in Cork….wow! Claire is a highly skilled and talented musician…and a professional to match! Her harp music was absolutely heavenly and I just wish I could listen to her play all over again as it was absolutely stunning. We have been inundated with compliments on the Harp, which added to our ceremony in a big way. It really helped in making our ceremony very personal, and Claire was full of enthusiasm when we asked her to play a song that wasn’t listed on her repertoire (Jurrassic Park theme song btw….a HUGE hit with our guests and a very special song to us). Big thank you to Claire and we hope to see her play again, as her music is truly special.”
Aileen & Anthony, February 2018
“Hey Claire, Happy New Year to you! Just wanted to take 2 mins to say thanks so much for the fab job you did at our Wedding Saturday week. It all flew by so quickly but I tried as much as possible to take it all in and my mum told me I was doing nothing but singing along to all of the beautiful pieces you played. I can’t wait to see the video played back when we get it so I’ll get a full picture of the whole church and refresh our memories all over again. Again, Claire, I can’t thank you enough, it was magical – all we thought it would be and more & we’re so delighted we chose you and the harp, it was so fitting for the time of year. Yourself & Anna [violin player] did a smashing job on the entrance, I couldn’t have picked anything better to walk up the aisle to. [“I Loved Her First”] Best wishes for 2018, I’m sure you’re already up the walls. The New Mr & Mrs. Fahey :)”
Marie & Derick, December 2017
“I never heard anything as beautiful ever at any wedding I ever attended it was out of this world. You have such a beautiful voice and you’re a lovely girl. The whole of the wedding party was talking about the singer 🙂 It made the church very special yesterday. Xx”
Sandra McLoughlin Maloney, October 2017
“We had Claire play for a ceremony last month and she was absolutely fantastic! Everyone was commenting about how beautiful the ceremony was! We had harp and vocal and Claire’s voice is amazing! From the minute I booked her, Claire was brilliant, offering advice on song choices etc. Thanks a million Claire!!!”
Gillian & James, September 2017
“Claire a massive thank you for the music on Sat. Ye were absolutely stunning 🙂 🙂 Everyone commented on it and were asking about you!! It was just so perfect and so delighted you were there. You were just brilliant!”
Rachel & David, September 2017
“Every couple will agree that the ceremony part of your wedding is the most nerve wracking part of the day… Claire’s stunning vocals instantly put us at ease instantly. The ceremony was gorgeous and it was all because of her. Even though she is sitting next to you, it sounds like you are listening to a recording because she is so pitch perfect and beautiful. She was faultless in every way. Everybody was asking us about her and commenting on how exceptional she was. Some people even said that it was the BEST church music they had ever heard. As well as being effortlessly brilliant, she was a dream to work with. So responsive and helpful and professional. We would literally recommend her to every single couple who are planning their wedding x”
Yasmin & Alan, August 2017
“Hi Claire, Just wanted to drop you a quick note to thank you so so much for last Friday! You were absolutely incredible and we are so lucky to have had you perform at our wedding! Our guests were blown away by you also and were complementing you all day! Thanks again so much you were a pleasure to deal with and I hope we get the opportunity to listen to you perform again some day!”
Aoife & Diarmuid, August 2017
“I just want to say a massive thank you for the amazing music on our wedding day in July, you were truly amazing! Everyone commented on your beautiful voice – ‘Down In The River’ and ‘Can’t Help Falling In Love’ were firm favourites of the guests! Thank you also for accommodating my request for my cousin to sing and for working with him on the song at the last minute. You were so helpful throughout the whole process and made it so much easier to organise the ceremony! You are so talented. We were at another wedding yesterday and numerous people commented on how amazing you were! Sincere thanks again,”
Catherine & Michael, July 2017
“We recently got married in June this year at the Lakeside Hotel and asked Claire to play the harp during our garden ceremony and reception drinks. Claire, an exceptionally talented harpist, has been a pleasure to deal with every step of the way. The whimsical and romantic tones of the harp were the perfect addition to the day.”
Mark & Karen, June 2017
“Claire Heffernan was absolutely amazing to work with before my wedding and was stunning on my day. She was so flexible to my requests and we were both so delighted to have chosen her for our church and reception music xx”
Camilla & Ronan, June 2017
“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the fabulous music yesterday. Everyone was speaking so highly of you all day. It was amazing and it really made the ceremony!”
“We just got our wedding video and listening to you on the harp and singing, it’s absolutely incredible. You’re absolutely talented. Thanks so much again!”
Lisa & Alan, May 2017
Hey Claire, Thank you so much for yesterday … The ceremony was beautiful the songs were perfect. You were amazing thank you for making our day so special and being apart of it. Wishing you the best in the future xx”
Claire & Martin, April 2017
“Hi Claire – Sorry I’m only getting to do this now. Can I just say what a fantastic job you did on Thursday – listening to you made walking up that aisle even more magical if that makes any sense – the mass was so special but the music just brought it to another level. So many people were asking about you – everyone felt the same as me.
From the bottom of my heart thanks so much – you have been an absolute pleasure to deal with from beginning to end.
P.s. Florence and the machine went down a storm with everyone 🙂 we made a great choice x”
Siobhan & Jamie, March 2017
“I just wanted to say a huge thank you for being so great on the day. The music and singing were absolutely fabulous.”
Tracey & Chris, December 2016
“I just want to say Thanks so much for your beautiful music on our wedding day! I can’t believe it is over two weeks ago now, we had a fantastic day and you really, really added to it. You are a phenomenal talent. Thank so much again! Kind Regards and best wishes,”
Marie & Cormac, November 2016
“Hi Claire, I hope you are keeping well. Thanks again for all of your help on our wedding day, we are only now catching up on everything after our honeymoon and getting back into the swing of things. We were absolutely delighted with your singing and music for both the ceremony and the reception. We had high hopes, but it totally surpassed our expectations! The arrangement you did of the The Deer’s Cry was beautiful and was exactly what we were hoping for. All of our guests were telling us how much they enjoyed the music on the day. Your efficiency and professionalism, both beforehand and on the day itself, made the whole process of planning our music a pleasure and never gave us a moment’s worry. We have already recommended you to others, and would not hesitate to do so again. Thank you again, we really appreciated all of your help in the lead up to the big day. We aren’t on Facebook but please feel free to use any of the text above for your website. Many thanks and kind regards,”
Marguerite & Dermot, September 2016
“We had Claire for our wedding recently and she is just amazing! Would recommend her to anyone, beautiful singer and harpist and very professional, The voice of an angel …gorgeous! <3”
Shelagh & Adrian, August 2016
“Just want to say wow!!! I was blown away. You were brilliant. My guests haven’t stopped talking about you. You just made it perfect thank you so so much.”
Kirsty & George, August 2016
“Hi Claire, I wish I had the chance to meet you and say hello. I am now in Italy on our honeymoon, and had to take a moment to thank you properly. You made our special day magical. Your voice filled the church and the hearts of everyone around us. Eoin and I are so lucky to have you perform some of the most meaningful songs to us that have been part of our love story since we met. I thank you for not only being there, but for singing your heart out! So many of our family and friends expressed how the girl singing at church was amazing, and how your voice was angelic. Thank you Claire, you are extremely talented, and I will continue to follow you on social media and support any future performances you may be involved in. Your new fans,”
Melody & Eoin, July 2016
“Hi Claire, Just wanted to say thank you so much for the beautiful music you played at our wedding. Everyone was full of compliments and asked who you were and how we found you! … We had an amazing day and you helped to make it that way so thank you. Off on honeymoon in the morning! Kind regards, Mr & Mrs Corbett”
Jennifer & Ollie, July 2016
“Hi Claire, Just want to thank you so much for your music & singing yesterday you were outstanding, everyone was commenting on you! You’ll def be getting more bookings in Cork after that 🙂 🙂 “
Laura & Seán, July 2016
“Just a quick few lines to thank you for the wonderful church music you provided at our wedding ceremony yesterday. Your beautiful voice and piano accompaniment enhanced our ceremony and made it so special.”
Majella & Cian, July 2016
“Hi Claire, Sorry I haven’t got onto you sooner. I just want to thank you again for an unbelievable performance at my wedding on the 1st July. You were fabulous. I’m still getting goosebumps listening to you perform. Everyone was talking about you. The music was everything I wanted and more. You’re very talented in what you do. Thank you again so much. Laura x”
Laura & Kevin, July 2016
Claire I am SO SO sorry that I didn’t get to see you on Saturday. You were absolutely bloody amazing!! Honest to God you were just unbelievable. Everyone was talking about you. I can’t wait to get the video so I can take it all in again. Thank you so much xxx”
“You were so amazing Claire. Most beautiful voice ever. Thank you so much again.”
“Hi Claire, I’m Audrey’s mum and I second what Audrey says and more !! As a matter of fact numerous guests actually thought it was a cd playing !! That speaks for itself , simply amazing and thank you so much”
“I don’t think I have ever heard a more beautiful singer at a wedding.”
Audrey & Scott, May 2016
“Claire, We cannot thank you enough. The music was amazing on Saturday. I wish we had been around for the drinks reception to hear some more. It was everything we wanted and more! Many of the guests were asking about you after and said you created the most beautiful atmosphere with your music. Thanks again.”
Ciara & Ciaran, January 2016
“Hi Claire, I just wanted to send you a text to say thank you so so much for the singing and music on Saturday … It was just exactly what I had pictured (with my ears!) and hoped for, you have a gorgeous voice, and the piano was perfect. Everything was just done so tastefully and musically. We really appreciated all the effort you went to learning the new songs…hopefully you’ll have a chance to use them again for someone else’s wedding!
Hope the study is going okay and you’re getting a chance to enjoy the run up to Christmas! Best of luck!”
Sinead & Ian, December 2015
“Hi Claire, Thank you so much for the beautiful music at our wedding on 5th December! … A special thank you for making it in such awful weather conditions. Your music was really beautiful and you were so accommodating in all of our communication. My only regret is not hearing enough of the music during the drinks reception as I was so busy chatting! We will be highly recommending you to anyone we know and best wishes with your further studies.”
Elaine & Dave, December 2015
“Hi Claire, We just want to thank you for the wonderful job you did on the music for our wedding on Thursday. It really added to the ceremony and the reception and everyone commented on how beautiful it was. Thank you again.”
Caroline & Finbar, October 2015
“Hi Claire, Just wanted to say a massive thanks again for the beautiful church and reception music at our wedding on the 12th of September at Dromoland castle.
The harp and your voice was simply stunning.Your suggestions and guidance when picking the music really helped a lot and our guests were very complimentary of your playing and singing. We would highly recommend you to anyone. Thanks so much again”
Andrew & Laura, September 2015
“Hi Claire, I just wanted to email and say thanks you very much for the wonderful music last weekend. We have had loads of our guests say how good the music and singing was so thank you for making our day so special. I wish you every success in you future career.”
Gráinne & Joseph, September 2015
“Hi Claire, Just wanted to say a huge huge thank you for everything on Thursday:) the piano, harp and the singing was so beautiful! And thank you for arranging to meet with [my sister who was also singing] beforehand! I was disappointed not to meet you when you were finished and didn’t want to disturb you while you were playing!! I would highly recommend you to anyone, it was perfect!”
Róisin, September 2015
“Hi Claire! Hope you’re well! So sorry I’m only getting around to doing this but I just wanted to thank you for the amazing job you did singing at our wedding in the cathedral in Killarney back in July! Everybody commented on how gorgeous your singing was and you were so professional and helpful when advising me of suitable hyms etc! And you learnt a song we really wanted which I really appreciated! I was absolutely delighted with the music and it made our ceremony extra beautiful! I would recommend you 100% to anyone getting married in the future! Thanks again and best of luck!”
Aoife, July 2015
“Hi Claire!!! I want to start by saying thank you so much for playing at our wedding!!! The guests were talking about how amazing you and your harp were, and they loved the two of you [your piano playing and Rachel’s violin playing at the reception] together!”
Aisling, July 2015
“Hi Claire, We are back in France. I didn’t have the time to thank you the day of our wedding at the Cathedral. That’s why I am writing you this email. You have a beautiful voice and the songs with harp and flute were perfect. The ceremony was wonderful and everyone did enjoy this day. Thanks to you and your flautist for being part of our special day.”
Nathalie & Brieuc, July 2015
“Hi Claire, I just wanted to say thank you so so much for the beautiful job you did singing at our wedding. I wanted more than anything to run over to you after the ceremony to thank you in person but I got swept away. I have lost count of how many people thought you did such a fantastic job and I know that both Richard and I loved every bit of it. You were so accommodating to us, even learning a new song (‘Yours’ – It was fantastic!) coming up to the wedding and you made our day and the ceremony so extra special. I would recommend you over and over to anyone I know! Thanks again, Jacqueline x”
Jacqueline & Richard, July 2015
“I just wanted to thank you, everyone commented on how wonderful the music was at the wedding. I wish I got to enjoy more of it, I was whisked off for photos at every opportunity! But I heard a lot of your harp playing and it was truly beautiful. Thank you so much again. Katie xx”
Katie & James, July 2015
“Hi Claire, Thank you for your wonderful performance during our civil ceremony. From day one you were a pleasure to deal with, so accommodating + obliging to us with our unique song selection. It was important for us to make the ceremony our own + not go the total traditional route. We love the fact that you allowed us to be true to ourselves with our music choices for the ceremony + even learning one of our favourite songs for the event too made it all the more special – which we are deeply appreciative of. Your performance at the drinks reception also went down great with our guests. Thank you so much for helping to make our day so special.”
Elaine & Darragh, June 2015
“Hi Claire, I just wanted to drop you a quick line to thank you for the music on our special day. You were fabulous and you really helped make the ceremony memorable for me. Of all the things in the wedding, the church music was probably the most important to me and you came up trumps. Loads of the guests were asking me how I found you and they couldn’t get over how fab you were and that I just stumbled upon you in a google search. I’ll recommend you to anyone who’ll listen and I’ll pass on your details to all my engaged friends :)Thanks so so much and the very best of luck for you future. Niamh x”
Niamh & Martin, June 2015
“Hi Claire, Thank you so so much for your fantastic music on the 05th June. You were just brilliant. It was stunning. I loved the Italian Rule the World in particular. Just lovely lovely lovely. I was so happy and will recommend you to anyone! Thank you again you put a lot of work in with us and you made the day so special.”
Louise & Brendan, June 2015
“Everyone raved about your music on the big day. I loved it so much!! Everything was perfect!! Thanks for everything”
Emma & Eoin, May 2015
“Now that the wedding is over, we’ve had time to reflect on what an amazing day we had. We wanted to express our sincerest thanks for the beautiful music that you played and for all of the useful advice and song suggestions that you provided us with (and the ultra fast communications throughout). So many people have mentioned about the music really adding to the occasion and we clearly have you to thank for that. We’re so please that we picked you to play. Once again, THANK YOU!”
Aidan & Julia, May 2015
“Hi Claire, I just wanted to send you an email to to say thank you so much for the music on our wedding day back in April. You were fantastic and sounded amazing in the church. So many people commented on you. And a few are getting married and asked for your information. I would highly recommend you and both John and myself couldn’t have been happier. So thank you so much.”
Cliona & John, April 2015
“Hi Claire. A massive thanks for making our big day just so perfect. We got loads of questions about you. There was one big fan of ‘Feels Like Home’. He talked about it all night. We were delighted to have you play such a big part of our day.”
Anthony & Karen, March 2015
“Thank you so much for the beautiful music during our ceremony. We had a wonderful day and really enjoyed the music. We received numerous compliments from guests at the wedding on your performance and have no hesitation in recommending you to our friends.”
Lauren & Dermot, December 2014
“Hi guys! Just wanted to say a massive thank you for everything on the 29th! Ye really did sound amazing and everyone has said so” (performing with Here Comes The Trio)
Hazel and Charlie, December 2014
“Wow is all I can say, what a voice you have. Every one of our guests commented on how amazing you are. I had friends who are getting married soon ask for your details. I really enjoyed your singing with the harp. Thank you for making our wedding so beautiful and personal. You have the voice of an angel.”
Nicola & Gerrold, October 2014
“Hi Claire, You were the first person both Paul and I were talking about this morning […], You were absolutely fantastic and your voice is amazing. We’re so happy that you played for our special day. Thank you again”
Orla & Paul, September 2014
“Hi Claire, I just wanted to thank you for the beautiful ceremony music. It was exactly what I wanted and you made it magical. The harp was beautiful and your voice is amazing. I will definitely be recommending you to everybody. You were fantastic. Thank you so much.”
Josie & Damien, August 2014
“We booked Claire Heffernan after a recommendation from a friend and from first contact she was a pleasure to deal with. We had a humanist ceremony in Ballyseede Castle and the majority of our guests wouldn’t have been at a wedding like this before so it was important to us to create the right atmosphere with a mix of formality and celebration! From talking to Claire over the phone, getting her advice and listening to the music on her website, we knew we were in safe hands! Claire has an amazing voice, she sang and played the harp beautifully. Her rendition of Nella Fantasia was so impressive on the day, really moving. Being multi talented, she also played the piano for our drinks reception, we couldn’t have asked for more! Claire is a true professional, she takes one less stress out of wedding planning and we highly recommend her.”
Claire-Ann & Colin, June 2014
“I just wanted to drop you a quick email and thank you for the beautiful music during the wedding ceremony on the 5th of April in Cork (Triskel Christchurch). Everybody complimented the music and especially the pieces you played on the harp. Really thank you so much for all your help and for being so responsive to all of our queries. I couldn’t recommend you enough. Thank you again”
Enrika & David, April 2014
“Everyone commented on how great the music was and they loved the harp. Some even cried when they heard ‘Be Thou My Vision’, so you made a great impression. Once again, Thank you.”
Olive & Mike, March 2014
“Hi Claire, Thank you so much for being part of our special day, the harp and singing together was amazing!!! Everyone commented on how great you sounded and the fantastic recommendations you made with the music choices made the ceremony all the more special! The recognition on people’s faces when you played the Italian ‘Rule the World’ was lovely to see from the altar! Thank you for making our day so special and unique to us 😉 Thank you again, Jill & Steven x”
Jill & Steven, March 2014
“Hi Claire, I am just back from my honeymoon now. I just wanted to thank you very much for the beautiful job you did at my wedding [reception]. I hope you had a very happy new year & I won’t hesitate to pass on your details in the future.”
Noelle, December 2013
“Claire, the music was amazing in the church and [reception]. Thank you so much. I’ll definitely be recommending you :)”
Niamh, August 2013
“Thanks so much for your fantastic playing and singing yesterday, we both thought you were absolutely brilliant! Thanks so much for making it such a beautiful ceremony and for being such a pleasure to deal with. We would certainly recommend you to others.”
Marian, August 2013
“Thanks for everything, Claire, you played beautifully. We were delighted with everything.”
Ciara & John, August 2013
“We were delighted with your performance and thought you did a very professional job. Two other guests who are getting married next year asked us for your details too … Wherever you plan on making your bones as a performer, you’ll be great.”
Martin & Liz, July 2013
“Claire, A big Thank You from both of us for the beautiful way you played at our Wedding. It was exactly what we wanted. Thank you for your professionalism when either I met you or spoke to you on the phone. Many of the guests complimented your playing and thought you had a fabulous voice. What both Neil and I had in our heads was the harp playing to be soft and airy – you knew exactly what we meant and we got it and more, all the way through to the wedding reception. You helped to make our day a very special one. You are very talented, Claire, and we thank you and wish you every good luck with your career.”
Neil & Liza, June 2013