Helpful Wedding Music Information
The Prelude - The purpose of the prelude wedding music is to welcom guests as they are being seated before the wedding ceremony. It also should give a cheerful yet subdued atmosphere, setting the stage for the solemnity of the event. The prelude generally begins 15 to 20 minutes before the ceremony start time.
The Wedding Party's Processional - The wedding parties processional marks the official beginning of the wedding ceremony. It should have a slow but flowing feel, ushering the beautiful bridesmaids and other members of the wedding party down the aisle.
The Bride's Processional - The bride's processional can be an incredible moment, as memorable to everyone involved as the vows or any other part of the ceremony. You should choose a very special song here.
The Interlude - The interlude can actually be many different moments in the wedding ceremony, my very loose definition being any time there are no words being spoken for a minute or more. For most ceremonies, the inerlude is the unity candle, memorable candle, or rose presentation. These are moments of quiet reflection, and the wedding music you choose should encourage the mood.
The Recessional - At last, time to celebrate your wedding! The wedding officiant's pronouncement of husband and wife is followed by enthusiastic applause and joyous recessional music as the happy couple leads the way back up the aisle. The song you choose should be bright and upbeat, inviting everyone to celebrate your union.
The Postlude - The postlude to your wedding sets a pleasant atmosphere as guest are leaving. It can last between 10 and 30 minutes, so it's best to treat the postlude like the prelude music and simply give the musicians an idea of what you want. Experienced wedding musician will play postlude music that is refined but upbeat, adding the finishing touch to your beautiful ceremony.
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Wedding Music Information
