Wedding Music: Transforming Different Moods
Can you imagine a wedding without music? Music is the instrument that can transform our moods and bring the unique feeling for the occasion. Though there is no hard and fast rule about which music is to be played in the wedding, still there is specific type of music is always preferred for different rituals. Usually, vocal and instrumental music is the best, suited for different rituals of the wedding. From the prelude to the last dance, music varies in its chords and types.
Prelude music marks the beginning
Just before the wedding ceremony begins and when guests arrive, the music played is called the prelude music. The classical instrumental music is usually played as prelude music. According to the venue and planning, the prelude session’s music may vary. In the meanwhile, the music could be changed marking the arrival of some important and close guests. Songs of 60’s like ‘there is love’ are usually played, which creates a sentimental ambience for the wedding.
Music honouring the procession
When the immediate family members along with their bride and groom entere to the scene, the processional chorus suits the situation. ‘Here comes the bride’ has been on the top of the list for this occasion.
When the ceremony begins
During the ceremony- when the marriage vows and rings are being exchanged, prayers, blessings and invocations are usually played. Apart from this, many close friends to groom and brides can sing and dedicate songs as well. After the ceremony is over, it’s the time for reception and cocktails.
To change the mood from a religious feeling to party kind of celebration, popular love songs, soft jazz are best. Again, there is no hard and fast rule about it. You can go for the music according to your personal choice. In the meantime, with the grand entrance of the couple, music could be changed to attract everyone’s attention.
Before the last dance, various other stages like first dance, father-daughter dance, mother-son dance, family dance and cutting the cake is celebrated. One can choose any kind of music as per the personal interest.
