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Behind every good wedding is a great soundtrack, one that can move guests to dance, to dine and sometimes, even to cry. Choosing the right melody for every moment, from the ceremony prelude and processional to the cocktail hour and couple's departure, can create a romantic, festive or even fun atmosphere for the event. Though often overlooked, music is an important and individual detail that can serve to truly distinguish your special day. So, here are a few hints on how to select the best songs for your bridal experience.
The Ceremony
Despite any notions that they many have about being "different," most brides still lean towards tradition when it come to selecting the Wedding Songs for their ceremony. This means that much of the wedding's music is also likely to be a little more standard. For this reason, classics like "The Wedding March" by Mendelssohn will never fall out of fashion. Some variation still occurs however, often caused by cultural, personal or religious preference. Among the most common selections though, are these contemporary favorites and traditional tunes:
Prelude (played just prior to the ceremony):
"Clair de Lune" - Claude Debussy
"Don't Stop Believin'" - Journey (instrumental)
"Four Seasons" - Antonio Vivaldi
Processional (played as the bridal party enters and proceeds down the aisle):
"Bridal Chorus" - Richard Wagner
"Canon in D" - Johann Pachelbel
"Mahtovu" (Jewish)
This the end of - Wedding Songs