What better time to start planning your event than now - new year, new plans!
If you're planning your wedding this year you will be thinking about what music you would like at your ceremony.
You may want something traditional like a string quartet, an accompanied singer or, if you are on a tighter budget, why not consider a solo classical guitarist, or a harpist. If you are getting married in a church think about hiring in an organist if they don't have a regular one, or a pianist is a very versatile musician who will be able to cover many musical genres.
Perhaps you need some inspiration if you are not sure what music you want during your ceremony, especially if you would like some classical pieces.If you're not sure what you would like, it is definitely advisable to talk to your chosen musicians as they will have played at many weddings and will have a great repertoire to suit the occasion. You can then listen in your own time and decide if there is something you like from their recommendations.
Some couples prefer more contemporary music during their ceremony. Recently we played at a lovely outdoor wedding ceremony as a duo with 2 voices and 2 acoustic guitars. Their choices were:
Just the Way You Are - Bruno Mars - (as the bride walked down the aisle)
All I Want is You - U2 - (during the register signing)
Sweet Disposition - Temper Trap - (as the bride and groom walked back up the aisle together)
It was a beautiful ceremony, natural and very personal.
Even if you have hired classical musicians it's very possible they will be able to learn and arrange almost anything you request for your ceremony music. If you want a string quartet arrangement of a meaningful pop song it can work very well, so always worth asking!
Often the band you have hired for your reception may offer music suitable for your ceremony. This might be the keyboard player and vocalist for example. Because they are playing later at your party they may offer ceremony music at a very reasonable cost.
If you do want something more traditional and ceremonial you can always consider a Scottish piper, or some fanfare trumpeters to make a real statement!
Whatever you choose, try and make it personal to you. In my experience, the more personal the wedding, the more memorable and meaningful it is. Especially in the ceremony, the music provides a beautiful soundtrack to the proceedings. Have fun choosing, and if you need help, please feel free to visit our website or get in touch, we'll be happy to find musicians for you or advise regarding any of the above!
www.bandsrus.co.uk
As not all of our musicians are currently featured on the site, it's worth giving us a ring if there is something specific you want but don't see it on there!
