The music you choose for your ceremony sets the tone of your wedding just as much as the decor. It should reflect who you are as a couple, but also blend well with the scene you have set. Here are some do's and dont's to help guide your selections.
1)Do: Keep it simple, and keep it classy. Even though everyone wants to stand out and express themselves a bit, you are better off going with a classic love song that fits the mood.
2) Do: Think about instrumentation. If you are planning to use solo piano or guitar accompaniment and have a friend sing, for example, you'll want to make sure the song you choose works well for the people involved. Many popular songs, when they are pared down to just voice and instrumental accompaniment, don't stand up well. Pick something that has a beautiful melody and meaningful lyrics.
3) Don't: Wait until the last minute to plan the music and who you will have perform it. If you are getting married in a house of worship, more than likely they will have someone on staff, or suggestions for who you could have do the music for you. If you plan to hire a professional, they should be booked as far in advance as possible. If you are having friends or family, you need to give them time to prepare so that they are comfortable. Don't put someone on the spot!
4) Do: Include tradition if possible. Your guests will enjoy hearing something familiar, and it will bring back good memories.
5) Don't forget to include the ceremony music in your budget. If you're using a DJ for both ceremony and reception, or just using recorded music, that may be done for you. But even if you're just doing a CD, you may want to have someone who really knows what they are doing do the sound for you- you want things to go smoothly!
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