Music is very evocative and emotive. The right piece of music can stick in the memory for a lifetime, and the music that plays at a wedding is something that everyone present ought to remember for years to come. So here are some tips on making sure that your luxury wedding music will forever carry the fond associations of the happy occasion.
Band or DJ? One of the big choices facing the organizer of a luxury wedding reception is whether to hire a live band, or just take on a DJ to manage the music. There are pros and cons on both sides. A live band is naturally livelier, but it can cost a lot, and if you’re looking forward to hearing songs that have real sentimental value and particular romantic associations, it can reduce the glamour of the moment if all the band can manage is a pale imitation of the real thing. A live band is more atmospheric, but they will need to take breaks, whereas a DJ can play continuous music, and have a much bigger library of songs because it’s all recorded! That means they’ll have modern stuff that’ll get the kids jumping, as well as more traditional numbers that’ll please all the great aunts!
Know what you’re getting! Music is very important to making your special day a wonderful memory for everyone, and it’s maybe the most important part of setting the tone for the reception, so be careful! If you’re hiring a live band, make sure you talk to them so you can coordinate on a playlist – putting together a must-play and a do-not-play roster can be a good idea. Try to pick a band that specializes in the kind of music you want, and get hold of a video of one of their recent performances so that you
Be distinctive! Obviously a great variety of popular and classical music gets played at wedding receptions. But many people forget that there’s also a lot of choice in music for the ceremony. The strong romantic and traditional associations of Wagner’s Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin, or Mendelssohn’s Wedding March, are a timeless favourite. ‘Spring’ from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and ‘Morning’ from Grieg’s Peer Gynt are also popular. These classics can all lend a timeless, traditional feel to the special day, but more and more weddings nowadays are including modern, eclectic music as part of the ceremony. Just remember that it’s your special day and exactly what you want to hear is up to you! Something distinctive can really make your luxury wedding feel unique.