We suggest that you don’t choose anything too cutting edge. That doesn’t mean to say you can’t show off your taste in music but if you choose that week’s number one hit, you might regret it in years to come. Just as you might regret wearing a wedding dress that’s heavily styled for the moment. Go a little classic and you’ll never be out of style.
There are also some things you’ll need to bear in mind when making your music choices.
You need to consider just how long it’s going to take you to walk down the aisle. It usually takes about one to two minutes for most brides to walk the aisle. So choose a piece that doesn’t have a long intro or is instantly recognisable. If you’re planning a religious ceremony, some churches won’t allow you to play non-classical music or your own music. So you need to check your choices with the vicar.
Next, you should be thinking about how your wedding music is going to be played. If it’s in a religious building, keep it classic and have it played on the organ. Alternatively, you could organise your own musicians to fill the hall with romance.
Four pieces of music to play when you walk down the aisle;
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The wedding processional from the Sound of Music.
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Clair de Lune by Debussy.
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For The Love of a Princess from Braveheart.
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The Bridal Chorus by Wagner.
Well this is the most traditional of traditional music to walk up the aisle to. Everybody will know you’ve arrived when this starts to play!
Now what about after you’ve said your vows? When you’ve signed the register and you’re legally man and wife and starting the first steps on your new life together?
Here you can change the tempo a little bit, and have something that’s celebratory and uplifting.
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Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours by Stevie Wonder.
This says it all really. You’ve said your vows and you’re on your way. A timeless piece that’s joyful, catchy and instantly recognisable.
