The wedding music is a fundamental part of your ceremony. It can evoke powerful emotions on the day and can set the scene for you and your guests. You can make the music for the ceremony either traditional, unique or anything in between. From organ music and wedding harpists to live bands, there'll be no problem finding music perfect for you. It is important to consider wedding music for all parts of the ceremony: the bride's entrance, the signing music, the processional music and the wedding disco.
Music for Church Weddings
Wedding music has always been a tradition during church ceremonies. Your choice of music for the ceremony doesn't have to be traditional! Your vicar will be able to advise you not only on classic hymns but also alternative types of music like harpists. Make sure your choices are within the technical range of your organist and easy and familiar for your guests. You want everyone to sing loudly!
Wedding Music For Your Civil Ceremony
Are you having problems choosing wedding music for your civil ceremony? It can be tricky to find the perfect music for the ceremony. This is because you'll want it soulful and important to you, but also permitted by the Registrar. Since few civil ceremony venues have organs, consider hiring a wedding harpist or pianist. Religious content isn't permitted, so instrumental options can be substituted. At the end of the day, it is a personal decision, so if the Titanic theme tune is what you want, it is always worth asking!
A string quartet or wedding harpist is a beautiful way of providing wedding music for the ceremony. They can set the scene at the beginning of your ceremony and during the service, before continuing to the reception and for the rest of the day. Generally, musicians advertise their main speciality, however, most are very flexible and can play more than one instrument or provide singing as well. Professional musicians will be able to adapt their repertoire to play during the church service, then quietly during the wedding breakfast, before upping the tempo for the evening. Just be aware that the longer your band plays, the more this will cost.
Live Bands For Your Wedding Reception
There is nothing quite like a live wedding band to get your guests dancing and to turn the evening reception into a night to remember. Musicians like The Wedding Band specialise in performances solely for your wedding reception, from the romantic first dances to high-energy sets that are guaranteed to fill the dancefloor. Live music offers a personal touch and interactive experience for a memorable wedding day. The typical cost of a wedding band can start from £2995, depending on the location, number of musicians and duration of the performance. Hiring through music agencies can help to simplify the process and puts you in touch with a range of talented musicians suited to your style and budget. When booking a live music wedding band, consider factors such as their experience, repertoire, and equipment to ensure a seamless and unforgettable performance.
Wedding Discos and DJs
It is a real skill to get guests of all ages onto the dance floor, so it is important to choose your Wedding DJ or Disco with care. There are so many factors to consider that the best option is to meet up with the DJ so that you get to know each other. A good Wedding DJ will provide a successful disco that suits you, your groom and all of your guests. Most couples have a song that they consider to be “their” tune, and when booking your disco or band ensure that they will be able to play it for you; they won't have an endless repertoire but should be happy to source a particular piece for you.
