I'm stuck for wedding songs, what do I play for this bit?Sound familiar? I get asked all the time what song would be appropriate for signing the register, bouquet / garter or even just suggestions for couples first dance or walking down the aisle. Music is such an important role in your wedding day. Not only does it help create memories and experiences, but it relives any potential awkwardness or tension. In short, if you'd like to download a free word document that gives suggestions for each key moment of your special day, click below to receive an extensive list of ideas to help give you ideas and start planning your wedding playlist. Below I've included 11 key moments you might need certain songs played throughout your day as well as providing examples and what kind of energy or vibe would work best in order of your wedding proceedings. 
1. Processional Bridal Entry (Ceremony) / Wedding Aisle SongsSometimes used as a separate song for your bridal party to walk down to, a song to signal that the ceremony is about to commence or just something to make your partner laugh; this is used just to create ambience for your guests while they take a seat or mingle before you arrive or even when your bridal party wishes to walk down the aisle before yourself. Easy listening songs from acoustic artists work well for this section. Key songs that can appear in this section are from artists like Ed Sheeran, John Legend, Sam Smith or even some of the older classics from U2, Bryan Adams or Frank Sinatra. 2. Partner's Entry (Ceremony)Probably one of the most important and memorable songs for your day which is commonly known as 'The Song you got married to'. This is a very personal choice and can range from just about anything. My only advice is to take your time and enjoy every step towards your partner down the aisle as a typical song is 3 and a half minutes and your walk can take sometimes only 20 seconds to a full minute. Songs chosen are typically slow and romantic. Some popular examples for walking down the aisle song choices are:
3. Signing the Register (Ceremony) | Wedding Ceremony SongsAllow 2 song choices to play during this time while you, your partner and 2 witnesses sign your marriage certificate. These can range to just about any easy listening vibe from the likes of Jack Johnson, Michael Bublé or even The Beatles. Some examples are:
4. Recessional (End of Ceremony) | Wedding Ceremony SongsIt's now finally official and it's time to celebrate! Usually an upbeat, fun and happy song is great to help get your guests to cheer and celebrate with you as you walk back up the aisle as a married couple. Some examples are:
5. Bridal Party Entry | Wedding Reception SongsSo you're about to enter reception after spending an hour or so getting photos in great locations or with family members. To help announce and celebrate that the bridal party have returned, an upbeat and fun song is used to bring the couples in. This can vary between having different songs per couple of just a single song for everyone including the newlyweds! Some examples are:
6. Cake Cutting Song | Wedding Reception songsUsually an easy listening song is used while the cake cutting commences. Some popular examples are:
7. First Dance Songs | Wedding Dance SongsThe second of the two most important songs of your wedding day. This is again a very personal choice that you and your partner perform your first dance to. This can range between slow bridal waltz dances to dance choreographed high paced mashups or mixes. Depending on if you've co-ordinated a first dance or just wish to have a romantic waltz with your partner the possibilities are endless. Some popular examples are:
8. Father / Daughter Dance / Family Waltz Dance [Optional]Another opportunity to have a slow paced moment to dance with your father, mother, extended family or friends. These can range to just about anything and are an optional part of the night. Some examples are:
9. Bouquet Toss Songs [Optional]A fun, happy upbeat song to get the girlfriends on the floor for the bouquet toss. Some hot examples are:
10. Garter Songs [Optional]Can range from a few different options to make it funny or even sexy. Some popular examples are:
11. Farewell Songs [Optional]Songs to help conclude the night with a farewell circle, a sparkler send off, a human tunnel archway exit or even just one last song to sing with friends and family. These can be just about anything.
Some examples of farewell songs are:
If you found this content helpful, please like and share. If you have any examples that you had at your wedding day that you'd like to share as well, please leave a comment! Congratulations on your engagement and I hope this content helps you live the wedding of your dreams!
3 Comments
6/14/2019 07:59:28 am
I really liked all of the options that you listed and I think it would be a fun idea to have one last song as a farewell. My sister is planning her wedding and she is really picky about her music and the quality of it. It would be really cool if she could get wedding music to be played live for her wedding. 12/4/2019 06:30:54 am
Thanks for the advice making the partner's entry song something slow and romantic. I am going to be getting married next month, and my future wife and I are in the planning stages for the big day. I will be sure to keep this suggestion in mind as I look into our live band and music options. 3/11/2020 04:46:47 pm
Thank you for telling me that I should just enjoy every step I'll take as I walk down the aisle towards my partner waiting for me at the alter and savor every second of this precious moment. I've been experiencing wedding jitters since last week and we haven't settled on a song yet that we can use for the entourage. I just got the idea to hire a live event artist so we could make the moment more serene after reading your article. Leave a Reply. |
|||