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Birthdays, anniversaries, dances, proms, holiday parties, family and class reunions
- if it’s a party, music makes it better. The right DJ can make all the difference
at your party. We have the right equipment, the right music and the right mixture
of professionalism and fun.
There is no question that appropriate music can enhance the wedding ceremony and
often serves to provide the cues for certain events to commence. The actual music
selections are usually determined by the personal preferences of the newlyweds, and
sometimes by the preferences or requirements of the clergyman or other officiant.
Essentially,
there are five categories of music at wedding ceremonies:
The pre-wedding music sets
the theme for the actual ceremony. This usually begins approximately thirty minutes
before the ceremony is scheduled to begin while guests are being seated. The music
selections are often light and lively, and played in a low volume allowing guests
to converse.
Bridesmaids' entrance music is usually more formal, and presented at
a higher volume than the pre-ceremony music. The first notes usually serve as a cue
that the ceremony is about to begin. Although marches are popular, other beautiful
classical selections such as Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" and Pachelbel's "Canon In D"
are often selected.
Processional music begins, everyone knows the Bride is about to
arrive and the guests should stand in honor of her! Because of this, processional
music should be joyful and triumphant. Wagner's "Here Comes The Bride" is the overwhelming
choice of Brides to enter their wedding ceremony area. Brides who are marrying for
the second time or so often select a less formal musical selection.
During the ceremony,
a soloist may sing or play a musical instrument just before the actual wedding vows
begin. Sometimes a reading by a guest may substitute for music. This activity allows
the Bride and Groom time to pause, catch their breath, and more fully enjoy the moment!
The
recessional music usually begins immediately after the officiant introduces the new
couple to the guests as husband and wife. Like the processional, this music is generally
joyful and triumphant. It is often accompanied with the ringing of church bells or
chimes. Mendelssohn's "Wedding March" is the music selection chosen by most newlyweds
at the conclusion of their wedding ceremony.
DJs traditionally do not provide music
during the wedding ceremony if the wedding and reception are held in different places.
This is usually because either an organist or other musician(s) are used or the church*s
music system is utilized. The presence of the DJ and the equipment may be considered
obtrusive as there are usually considerable space constraints within the church.
In addition, logistical problems are introduced as the DJ must dismantle the equipment
from the wedding locale and reassemble and test the equipment in the reception area
usually immediately following the ceremony. Should you need assistance with your
wedding music, you are invited to discuss it with us.
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