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I don’t know of a harp uber service but there’s a great business idea.
I don’t know if Zip car exist in NYC but you can rent one and travel out of state. I rented a mini van in Philly and drove my harp to Virginia. For 3 days it cost me around $300 but it was worth it for me. It might not be feasible for you.
Sometimes if a Harp tech is traveling that route they can move it.
I would check the harp groups on Facebook and see who’s traveling, and who you would trust with your harp.
Wish I could be of more help. Hopefully other harpist way in with some additional ideas and assistance.
Gretchen that’s funny I have a Salvi Aurora.
I like the sound quality. I think it’s very good accept for the upper octaves octave 2-0. I have gut in those octaves. The salvi is naturally bright in the upper octaves so you can use KF strings and be content. I prefer the gut though.
I have Saveraz on my Salvi and have been using them for 15 years now. They do wear out and need to be changed. I get a good 2 years out of them almost 3 when I wasn’t gigging, even with yearly regulation. A person not playing much can get 4 years. They are very dorable and keep tune quite well.
I also learned that they can longer be used on L&H harps they void the warranty and cause premature bowing of the soundboard. They are reccomended for Venus, Salvi, Older L&H- Pre 1999 and select Camac’s
I put strings on a school harp that sat for 20 years almost flat soundboard. The Lyon & Healy tech suggested replacing strings in stages. I did 2 octaves a week, Starting at the top. I sent him photo’s of soundboard before starting and he gave me the go ahead.
Good lock with your client, I hope I was of some help.
I have to agree with you Sylvia
Many people return to me when hiring someone at a lower cost. Most people nowadays will research you.
I have students that perform but are upfront about their level of flexibility and limited services and they charge less. I encourage advanced students to charge the same that I do.I live in Montgomery County PA but perform in the tri state area.
I Charge $300 for the first hour and $150 Each additional hour and $75 for an additional half hour.
I require the client to cover all additional fees beyond playing (parking, valet, etc).
I also have a weather/temperature clause in my contract.
I require a $100 non refundable deposit.Wish I had know you 2 years ago when I was playing Fantastics at 3 different theaters. I will be emailing Thank soooooo much.
Carls break down is just right. My fees are set up the same way. FYI if your playing at an event that requires you to pay for parking , know before you go. my contract may be more extensive then you need but I woud be happy to send email you a copy to look over for some additional info.
