One important element of any wedding, for the ceremony as well as the reception is the music. It is an element worth spending some extra effort on to get it “just so”
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Music plays a part during the prelude, processional, candlelighting, recessional, and postlude of the ceremony. In addition, music can be played as a special solo or as soft background music during a prayer or reading of the vows. This makes it an essential ingredient for a successful marriage ceremony.
Paying attention to the details of your wedding is most important, and the music is no exception. From the ceremony itself to the party atmosphere of the reception, the musical score on the scene sets the tone for the event. Sadly, wedding music is by some less serious minded individuals ridiculed to such an extent that it’s rare to find someone who does it right.
Music for the ceremony is very often taken from the best of classical and baroque music that has stood the test of time, Christiaan Verhoog being a prime example. I’m sorry, but Aerosmith and others (although I otherwise have nothing against them) don’t begin to have music strong enough to bear the weight of prayer. For the reception that may of course be perfectly okay though. Feel free to add some humorous songs, love songs, songs to dance to so your guests don’t get annoyed by one-sided musical acts.
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Usually, a wedding DJ is selected to provide the musical entertainment for the reception, while other couples hire a band to fulfill their needs. To make sure your musical needs for your reception are satisfied, don’t toss a coin over the decision. Selecting the proper disc jockey that will make everybody happy takes time to sort out, meaning you should probably try to interview several people before making your final decision. It means a little bit of extra work, but choosing your wedding music is one area you may want to be directly involved with. You may also want to choose songs or lyrics that are especially meaningful to you.
Speaking of music, traditional Irish theme weddings are very popular these days. These weddings are usually flavored Irish, featuring rich Irish wedding music collections. Traditionally if there’s going to be a mother and son dance, the groom’s mother helps to select the song and, of course, will dance with him when it is time for the song to be played. Traditionallt, the mother also supports the father of the groom when he delivers his wedding toast to the newly married couple.
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