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Charles Wang Cellist

5.0 (29)
· Burlingame, CA

Charles Wang Cellist is a wedding ceremony musician in Burlingame, California. With over nine years of wedding...Read more performance experience, Charles works closely with each couple to create the best possible music selection for their big day. With over 2.1 million YouTube views, his music is quickly...

$500

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Bialek's Music

4.9 (1,669)
· Rockville, MD

Bialek's Music has been the life of the party for 45 years in the Washington Metropolitan area. From Bands to DJ's,...Read more Soloists to Ensembles, we've got what it takes to make your event the talk of the town! We even have photo booths and uplighting to complete your experience. No matter what you need to...

$900

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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

4.9 (512)
· Central Jersey, NJ

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is local to your area, and here to help with providing the best music possible for your...Read more special day!Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a local music entertainment agency that offers premium live musical ensembles and bands for weddings, corporate functions, private...

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Terra Vista Strings

5.0 (169)
· Austin, TX

Terra Vista Strings is a team of musicians in Austin, Texas who enjoy creating heartwarming wedding ceremony music. They...Read more love using beautiful music to make people happy which is why Terra Vista Strings customizes your music selection to fit you and your event. In addition to wedding ceremony music,...

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Alexandra & Ensembles

5.0 (165)
· New York City, NY

A wedding ensemble in New York, Alexandra & Ensembles offers ready-to-wed couples a vast repertoire, ranging from...Read more classical to pop. Established in 2012, the company is comprised of over 30 professional and highly-trained musicians. Offering a variety of combinations, including duos, trios and...

$800

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Classical Guitar by Gregory

5.0 (63)
· Mount Pleasant, SC

Welcome to Classical Guitar for Carolina Weddings with professional classical guitarist, Gregory Guay, - in Charleston,...Read more South Carolina. Whether you are hosting an oceanside ceremony or a chapel celebration, he can customize the perfect setlist for your big day. Experience Gregory Guay has a Master...

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Great Family Artists

5.0 (125)
· Denver, CO

Great Family Artists is THE hottest boutique entertainment company based in Denver, CO and New York, NY. The GFA...Read more collective was founded by veteran touring musicians, session players, and performers Jordan Linit and Jonathan Huvard. No two couples are alike, GFA creates unreal performances fitted to...

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Delightful Sounds

5.0 (15)
· Columbus, OH

Delightful Sounds is a professional wedding band in Columbus, Ohio. Priscilla Hewertson and Ellen Ford make up this duo....Read more They play a violin and a harp-like hammered dulcimer, creating music to a timeless, romantic effect that will keep your guests charmed and entertained throughout the...

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3 West Productions

5.0 (270)
· Lancaster, PA

3 West Productions is a wedding and event entertainment company based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Founded by recording...Read more artists Nissa and Matt of acoustic duo 3 West, they provide award-winning live music and DJs to bring celebrations to life. Services Offered 3 West Productions offers an extensive...
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Steven Vance Electric Violins

4.9 (619)
· Pittsburgh, PA

Steven Vance Electric Violins is a wedding musician based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Looking for a modern music sound?...Read more Yes, we can do that. From Bruno Mars to The Beatles and Journey to Justin Bieber, imagine the sounds of the Electric Violin and top-quality backing tracks wafting over your guests...
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Charleston Entertainment

5.0 (164)
· Charleston, SC

Charleston Entertainment is a music agency with decades of experience serving Charleston, South Carolina and the...Read more Southeast. The magic of live performances is central to everything we do. From our Strings and Brass Wedding Parades to our DJs and Bands, our aim is to present a seamless lineup of...

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Bagpiper/Guitarist/DJ- Michael Lancaster

4.9 (62)
· Golden, CO

Michael Lancaster is a talented DJ/MC and Musician based in Golden, Colorado Michael can provide everything Live Music,...Read more DJ, MC, Sound Equipment, Lighting, and Expert Consultation for your event. 1-stop full event package. As a DJ, Michael is dedicated to the art of mixing and mashing up music to...

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Holly Lightner, Pianist and Organist

5.0 (7)
· Indiana, PA

Holly Lightner, Pianist and Organist is a professional wedding entertainer serving Indiana, Pennsylvania. A talented...Read more multi-instrumentalist, owner Holly is a classically trained musician whose piano, organ, and flute performances add an elegant touch to couples’ wedding celebrations. With a depth of...

$200
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Rivers & the Cello

5.0 (3)
· Bentonville, AR

Rivers & the Cello is a wedding musician based in Bentonville, Arkansas. Hey there, I go by Rivers (yes thats my real...Read more name). I'm your friendly neighborhood freelance cellist, proudly trained in the art, and I'm hanging out in the scenic realm of Northwest Arkansas. Whether it's a cozy wedding, a...

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Palmetto Strings

5.0 (126)
· Mount Pleasant, SC

Palmetto Strings is a musical collective that performs at wedding events and is based out of Mount Pleasant, South...Read more Carolina. Professional musicians are on hand to elevate the emotion and atmosphere of your wedding ceremony. Led by Mike and Lauren Williams since 2006, the talented team looks forward...

$550

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SpeechLess Music

5.0 (114)
· Greater New York City Metro, NY

🎶 Leaving audiences SpeechLess since 2011 🎵 We've performed for a laundry list of household names including Taylor...Read more Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Steph Curry, and Earth Wind & Fire. Corporate clients include PGA Tour, Crate & Barrel, Salesforce, Bloomberg, Bentley, Stella Artois, Mercedes Benz, Hubspot,...

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John P. Martinez Guitarist Extraordinaire

5.0 (53)
· Albuquerque, NM

John P. Martinez “Guitarist Extraordinaire” — based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico and serving clients in the...Read more Albuquerque and Santa Fe regions — is a musician who specializes in classical and contemporary guitar-playing for wedding events. John is very versatile in his playing and can accommodate...

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Lecuona Music Enterprises

5.0 (128)
· Cincinnati, OH

Lecuona Music Enterprises is an entertainment agency that started off in Mexico, and has now spread to Florida, Ohio,...Read more Kentucky, Indiana & Beyond. While our agency is established in USA, we also provide services in Southeast Mexico. Lecuona Music Enterprises will provide excellence on entertainment...

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Coastal Chamber Musicians

5.0 (110)
· Hilton Head, SC

Coastal Chamber Musicians will bring your wedding music vision to life! We work one-on-one with you to create the unique...Read more outline of your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. Our 15 years of experience will help advise you each step of the way towards creating the perfect wedding day. From...

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Golden Scroll Soloists

5.0 (192)
· Providence, RI

With a broad collection of classical, jazz, and uniquely arranged pop music covers for strings, the Golden Scroll...Read more Soloists have been wowing Northeast audiences with a variety of styles for 17 years. Similar in style to the Vitamin String Quartet of YouTube fame, the Golden Scroll Soloists meld pop,...

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Two Rivers Chamber Music

5.0 (181)
· Wilmington, DE

Founded by twin brothers Michael and Matthew Polonchak in 2013, Two Rivers Chamber Music has quickly become one of the...Read more most sought after chamber music ensembles in the mid-atlantic region. They specialize in: Weddings (ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions) Holiday parties Corporate events Full...

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EMMA THE HARPIST LLC

5.0 (5)
· Naples, FL

Emma The Harpist is a wedding musician based in Sarasota, Florida. Emma has over 15 years of performing experience and...Read more specializes in providing once-in-a-lifetime harp performances that create an elegant and refined atmosphere. Passionate and professional, she is ready to play the soundtrack to your...

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Matthew Armstrong

5.0 (4)
· Oceanside, CA

Matthew Armstrong is a wedding musician in Oceanside, San Diego, California. This well-rounded singer-songwriter has...Read more been playing for 18 years and wowing crowds with his experimental percussive acoustic style for the last decade. Services Offered Matthew Armstrong performs regularly at restaurants,...

$3,000

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Hutchens Music

5.0 (17)
· Denver, CO

Based in Denver, Colorado, Hutchens Music is the brainchild of musician Ryan Hutchens. This singer-songwriter has...Read more performed throughout the United States at countless venues, weddings, and other milestone events. Ryan’s charming vocals and intricate guitar playing can create a beautiful and exciting...

$950

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Wedding Ceremony Music

The music you choose for your ceremony is one of the first elements your guests will experience. Your wedding ceremony music sets the tone for your event and allows you to express your unique personalities on your big day. Think carefully about the songs you want to play during some of the most iconic moments of your wedding.

Your Wedding Ceremony Music Timeline

Before you can pick the music for your wedding ceremony, you’ll need to understand your wedding ceremony timeline.

Prelude

The prelude music plays in the background as your guests arrive, exchange greetings and find their seats.

Wedding Party Processional

Your wedding officially kicks off with the processional. This music will guide the groom or first partner down the aisle, followed by the wedding party.

Second Processional (Bridal Processional)

The bride, or second partner, gets their own processional song. Traditionally, the music will pause between the first and second processional, and the guests will rise to watch the bride or second partner make their way down the aisle.

Recessional

Your wedding ceremony is complete and you are married to your true love! The recessional music guides the happy couple and the bridal party back down the aisle. This music should be happy and upbeat; it helps shift the mood from the ceremony to the reception.

Postlude

This additional music at the end of the ceremony gives guests time to congratulate the new couple or move to the reception venue.

Theme and Venue of Your Wedding

Now that you have your wedding ceremony music timeline down, how do you choose those magical songs? Think about what type of music fits your theme and venue. If you are getting married in a church, you may be required to choose religious music for your ceremony or have the officiant approve your choices.

Consider your wedding theme. If you are planning a traditional, black-tie wedding, classical music options are a great idea. If you’re doing something more casual or modern, then you can pick an ’80s ballad or a current pop hit.

What Songs Are Meaningful to You?

The best way to choose your wedding ceremony music is to think about songs that are meaningful to you and your partner. Is there a song you both love singing in the car? Did one of you propose to the other at a concert? Is there a song that you consider “yours”? These are great options to add to your ceremony.

Choosing the Right Wedding Musician

It’s time to find a wedding musician. If budget is a concern, a DJ is a good option. Your DJ can work with you to create your wedding ceremony playlist and make sure the right music plays at the right time. However, there really is nothing like live wedding music. Depending on your taste, you can hire a range of wedding musicians, from a harpist to a quintet, a trio of violins or even vocalists.

Looking for “wedding musicians near me?” At WeddingWire, we can help you find talented, highly rated wedding musicians in your area. Take a look at our full list of local musicians today.

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