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  • The Brock Trio

    The Brock Trio is a professional wedding band based out of Kansas City, Missouri. With many years of music behind them...Read more and an infinite catalog of sweet-sounding compositions, owners Joseph, Stephen, and Simeon are ready to take your "I do" moment to new heights. Whether a lavish gathering or an...

  • Jenny Elton Fine Art

    Capture your big day in ways like never before with Jenny Elton Fine Art, a visual art studio in Edmond, Oklahoma,...Read more specializing in live wedding portraits and guest favors. As an educator and seasoned painter, one of the things that owner Jenny loves about her trade is spreading happiness to those...

  • The Toast

    Transform your wedding with The Toast's signature blend of outstanding live music and exceptional service. Experience...Read more the captivating performances that have earned accolades from both couples and respected artists. The Toast is a wedding and event band serving Omaha, NE; Sioux Falls, SD; St. Louis...

  • Great Family Artists

    Great Family Artists is THE hottest boutique entertainment company based in Denver, CO and New York, NY. The GFA...Read more collective was founded by veteran touring musicians, session players, and performers Jordan Linit and Jonathan Huvard. No two couples are alike, GFA creates unreal performances fitted to...

  • John P. Martinez Guitarist Extraordinaire

    John P. Martinez “Guitarist Extraordinaire” — based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico and serving clients in the...Read more Albuquerque and Santa Fe regions — is a musician who specializes in classical and contemporary guitar-playing for wedding events. John is very versatile in his playing and can accommodate...

  • Songs from the Heart NM

    Your wedding day is one of the most special days of your life and I know how much time and effort can be put into...Read more planning your wedding day. Choosing the right music can be somewhat daunting if you are not quite sure of common songs that are used. I want to make sure that the music you choose helps...

  • Sweet Harmony Music

    Serving local areas throughout the US! Sweet Harmony offers outstanding local musicians to play for your wedding or...Read more special event. We're in cities and regions across the country, so please let us know where you are! Imagine the feeling as you walk down the aisle to your special song played by a...

  • 3 West Productions

    3 West Productions is a wedding and event entertainment company based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Founded by recording...Read more artists Nissa and Matt of acoustic duo 3 West, they provide award-winning live music and DJs to bring celebrations to life. Services Offered 3 West Productions offers an extensive...

  • Alexandra & Ensembles

    A wedding ensemble in New York, Alexandra & Ensembles offers ready-to-wed couples a vast repertoire, ranging from...Read more classical to pop. Established in 2012, the company is comprised of over 30 professional and highly-trained musicians. Offering a variety of combinations, including duos, trios and...

  • Steven Vance Electric Violins

    Steven Vance Electric Violins is a wedding musician based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Looking for a modern music sound?...Read more Yes, we can do that. From Bruno Mars to The Beatles and Journey to Justin Bieber, imagine the sounds of the Electric Violin and top-quality backing tracks wafting over your guests...

  • Wzrd Production Piano & Guitar

    Based out of Clayton, North Carolina, Wzrd Production Piano & Guitar is a wedding musician. Owner Rob is the man behind...Read more the instruments, who has been in the industry for more than 20 years. He has spent this time playing at various events and functions, and he is adept at enhancing the atmosphere of...

  • Petra Guitar

    My name is Petra and I am based in Santta Fe. I play classical guitar and I am also part of cello & guitar duo and a...Read more guitar duo. I will gladly work with you to find the most suitable music for your ceremony to create the atmosphere you imagine for your wedding. You can choose the right songs from my...

  • SpeechLess Music

    🎶 Leaving audiences SpeechLess since 2011 🎵 We've performed for a laundry list of household names including Taylor...Read more Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Steph Curry, and Earth Wind & Fire. Corporate clients include PGA Tour, Crate & Barrel, Salesforce, Bloomberg, Bentley, Stella Artois, Mercedes Benz, Hubspot,...

  • Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

    Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is local to your area, and here to help with providing the best music possible for your...Read more special day!Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a local music entertainment agency that offers premium live musical ensembles and bands for weddings, corporate functions, private...

  • Sweetwater Strings

    Known for their award-winning string music, Sweetwater Strings has provided professional musical entertainment...Read more throughout Phoenix, Arizona since 2007. Specializing in modern covers of popular songs, their openness to personalization makes them a wonderful fit for any wedding ceremony, dinner party,...

  • Bagpiper/Guitarist/DJ- Michael Lancaster

    Michael Lancaster is a talented DJ/MC and Musician based in Golden, Colorado Michael can provide everything Live Music,...Read more DJ, MC, Sound Equipment, Lighting, and Expert Consultation for your event. 1-stop full event package. As a DJ, Michael is dedicated to the art of mixing and mashing up music to...

  • Terra Vista Strings

    Terra Vista Strings is a team of musicians in Austin, Texas who enjoy creating heartwarming wedding ceremony music. They...Read more love using beautiful music to make people happy which is why Terra Vista Strings customizes your music selection to fit you and your event. In addition to wedding ceremony music,...

  • Landolfi String Quartet and Ensemble

    A wedding ensemble in St. Louis, Missouri, Landolfi String Quartet and Ensemble has been a successful part of the...Read more wedding industry since 1976. The company’s 14 highly-professional musicians possess strong classical roots and are more than happy to refine today’s most popular music for a more elegant...

  • Palmetto Strings

    Palmetto Strings is a musical collective that performs at wedding events and is based out of Mount Pleasant, South...Read more Carolina. Professional musicians are on hand to elevate the emotion and atmosphere of your wedding ceremony. Led by Mike and Lauren Williams since 2006, the talented team looks forward...

  • Sunset Strings

    Sunset Strings is a wedding ensemble of classical musicians performing pop hits. We perform fresh, modern, romantic...Read more music to set the tone for your wedding ceremony. From solo violinists to string duos and quartets, our talented professionals tailor our services to your wishes and preferences. Sunset...

  • Delightful Sounds

    Delightful Sounds is a professional wedding band in Columbus, Ohio. Priscilla Hewertson and Ellen Ford make up this duo....Read more They play a violin and a harp-like hammered dulcimer, creating music to a timeless, romantic effect that will keep your guests charmed and entertained throughout the...

  • AAMusicians

    AAMusicians is a celebrated entertainment business located in Miami, Florida. The professionals' goal at this firm is to...Read more offer couples services that help the love birds see their wedding dreams become a reality. The talented team prides themselves on their personalized service and skilled musical...

  • Stellar Strings

    A wedding ensemble based in Brooklyn, New York, Stellar Strings specializes in entertainment for signature weddings and...Read more stylish events. Comprised of four professional and experienced musicians, the company has been enchanting couples musically since its inception in 2009. Stellar Strings is the...

  • Greg Preston Music

    Greg Preston Music is a wedding musician located in Cedar Hill, Texas. Pianist Greg Preston has played the Piano for...Read more over 20 years, specializing in love songs. This professional has performed for all events, including weddings, birthdays, rehearsal dinners, recording studio sessions, dinners for...

Wedding Ceremony Music

The music you choose for your ceremony is one of the first elements your guests will experience. Your wedding ceremony music sets the tone for your event and allows you to express your unique personalities on your big day. Think carefully about the songs you want to play during some of the most iconic moments of your wedding.

Your Wedding Ceremony Music Timeline

Before you can pick the music for your wedding ceremony, you’ll need to understand your wedding ceremony timeline.

Prelude

The prelude music plays in the background as your guests arrive, exchange greetings and find their seats.

Wedding Party Processional

Your wedding officially kicks off with the processional. This music will guide the groom or first partner down the aisle, followed by the wedding party.

Second Processional (Bridal Processional)

The bride, or second partner, gets their own processional song. Traditionally, the music will pause between the first and second processional, and the guests will rise to watch the bride or second partner make their way down the aisle.

Recessional

Your wedding ceremony is complete and you are married to your true love! The recessional music guides the happy couple and the bridal party back down the aisle. This music should be happy and upbeat; it helps shift the mood from the ceremony to the reception.

Postlude

This additional music at the end of the ceremony gives guests time to congratulate the new couple or move to the reception venue.

Theme and Venue of Your Wedding

Now that you have your wedding ceremony music timeline down, how do you choose those magical songs? Think about what type of music fits your theme and venue. If you are getting married in a church, you may be required to choose religious music for your ceremony or have the officiant approve your choices.

Consider your wedding theme. If you are planning a traditional, black-tie wedding, classical music options are a great idea. If you’re doing something more casual or modern, then you can pick an ’80s ballad or a current pop hit.

What Songs Are Meaningful to You?

The best way to choose your wedding ceremony music is to think about songs that are meaningful to you and your partner. Is there a song you both love singing in the car? Did one of you propose to the other at a concert? Is there a song that you consider “yours”? These are great options to add to your ceremony.

Choosing the Right Wedding Musician

It’s time to find a wedding musician. If budget is a concern, a DJ is a good option. Your DJ can work with you to create your wedding ceremony playlist and make sure the right music plays at the right time. However, there really is nothing like live wedding music. Depending on your taste, you can hire a range of wedding musicians, from a harpist to a quintet, a trio of violins or even vocalists.

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