So you’ve scheduled your wedding. Finished planning it yet?
Let’s see. Venue reserved?
Photographer booked?
Ceremony musicians contracted? Wait, who hired the ceremony musicians?
Obviously you know music is a critical part of every wedding ceremony. But it’s often a last minute consideration in the planning process. And this leads to serious headaches and last minute problems.
Here are the top 5 reasons why music is the most important part of your wedding ceremony and you should proactively plan ahead.
1. SILENCE IS NOT ALWAYS GOLDEN
What wedding ceremony have you been to that doesn’t have music?
Like none, right? So why is the ceremony music among the last considerations? Think about it.
What could be more uncomfortable than a large assembly of people sitting and waiting for a wedding ceremony to begin…in silence?
Consider the infamous Throne Room scene from Star Wars IV: A New Hope, minus the music of John Williams.
Little awkward…right?
2. MUSIC STANDS OUT THE MOST
Music creates an atmosphere of feelings so it’s important to pick the music that matches you and your wedding.
Photographed By | Sophia Barrett
Flowers are gorgeous, drapery is stunning, and lighting is flashy, but the bottom line? Your wedding guests will pay the most attention to what they hear— especially if it’s live. And this can be good or bad.
Depending on…
3. GUESTS EXPECT PROFESSIONAL QUALITY MUSIC
While your friends and family members may not be highly skilled musicians, they know what quality music should sound like. Especially when it comes to significant life events like a wedding ceremony. So probably not a good idea to hire the runner up winner of your local pub’s Karaoke night.
Planning a wedding is stressful enough without placing that wild card in the deck. You’ll alleviate a lot of stress by putting your ceremony music in the hands of professional musicians who not only meet your expectations…but surpass them. And remember, the best musicians get booked early! So plan accordingly.
Don’t let this happen to you.
4. MUSIC SETS THE MOOD AND TONE
Music sets the mood and tone of your ceremony. It provides a sense of comfort and familiarity, encourages sociability among friends and family and expresses the solemnness of the wedding.
Photographed By | Erich McVey Photography
Live music during the wedding ceremony adds depth to the experience, helps your guests focus on the spiritual and emotional aspects of the occasion and share in the moments of happiness and joy!
5. YOUR CEREMONY PLAYLIST IS THE MOST PERSONAL REPRESENTATION OF “YOU” IN YOUR CEREMONY
Your ceremony playlist reveals more information about your taste and personality than any other aspect of your wedding ceremony. Music is deeply personal. Also, your preferred style of music—likes and dislikes—are unique to you.
Whether it’s timeless hits, well-known classical pieces or a mix of both. The music you choose does more than reflect your personal tastes. It expresses who you are. Your wedding is a once in a life time experience. So do right by your music. And go pro.
Photographed By | Sophia Barrett
If you don’t have your ceremony music chosen yet and you’d like a touch of elegance, consider Viva la Strings. Viva la Strings is a professional chamber music ensemble with a music portfolio that includes both classical and contemporary. They offer services in Dayton, Cincinnati, Columbus & Nashville.
Check them out at http://www.vivalastrings.com
If your guests had a great time on the dance floor, they will literally talk about it – for ages! Plus, everyone will be trying to follow your style.
What are you thinking for the music at your wedding? Let us know in the comments below