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When do I need music during my wedding ceremony and can you suggest songs to play?
When do I need music during my wedding ceremony and can you suggest songs to play?

Ceremony music. When to play ceremony music. What to play for the ceremony

Erik Hodge avatar
Written by Erik Hodge
Updated over a week ago

There are  a few special moments during your ceremony, and you want to set the right mood for each them. Here are the main moments you'll need to select music for: As your guests are seated, as the bridal party enters, the bridal processional,  candle lighting or sand ceremony (if you choose to have one), after the ceremony (also knowns as the recessional), and as the guests leave. 

Ceremony music was traditionally classical or instrumental only music. The modern wedding does not have any boundaries when it comes to ceremony music. Some couples will stick with classical and others will have contemporary music. Lots of couples will chose both! Maybe you have Canon in D for the processional and play Bruno Mars for the recessional.  You are allowed to make your ceremony uniquely you. 

Stumped on what songs to choose? Your DJ can help you with ideas. You can always call the office at 877.689.0777 or email us at greatservice@mikestaff.com to help you with song suggestions.

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