How many songs do we need for our wedding ceremony?
You need 4 songs for your wedding ceremony, that’s all!
Music is SO powerful, isn’t it? The melody, the lyrics, the riff, the beat and all the perfectly orchestrated musical elements that come together to stop you dead in your tracks to just listen and be in that single pleasurable moment. It’s pure magic!
This magical atmosphere creates a heightened sense of great anticipation, romance and celebration when you choose the right songs for your wedding ceremony. However, choosing these songs can be overwhelming!
Here are some tips to creating your perfect ceremony music playlist:
Read the lyrics of your short list of songs very carefully. You may adore the melody however the lyrics may be about something entirely different to love.
Think of a time in your history together where a song made you feel connected and closer than ever. Maybe you were at a music festival? Perhaps you were on a road trip and were singing together at the top of your lungs? Songs which recall your favourite memories are perfect for your wedding ceremony.
Choose songs that match the vibe you’re trying to create for your wedding day. Whether your wedding is formal and subdued, fun and light-hearted, choose music to create that theme and atmosphere.
Jump on Google or Spotify to search for variants of your favourite song to be a little different. For instance, you may find an instrumental version of your favourite rock song.
Create a playlist of around 10-15 songs to set the mood for your guests as they arrive and mingle in anticipation of your arrival. Prelude music sets the tone for what’s the come so think about the songs which suit your overall style and theme.
Now for your four magical wedding ceremony songs:
Your first song, or the processional song is the song your bridal party glides down the aisle to. You may wish to walk down the aisle to the same song as your bridesmaids, however mixing it up by choosing your very own processional song makes for an amazing entrance.
Here are is a fabulous list of modern processional songs to get you thinking.
After you’ve said I do, it’s time to sign your certificates of marriage. The songs to play during this interlude is a pre-amble to the party to come but also relaxing background music while everyone awaits the big announcement to come. Two songs work well because it gives you time to sit, breathe and relax after signing your certificates, and to get ready for the party to come!
Check out this list of interlude songs.
Now to get the party started as I present you as happy newlyweds! This is the song to lift to your wedding day atmosphere into the hemisphere as you kick start part two of your wedding day celebrations. This song bright, lively and a true reflection of the happiest time of your life. It’s a party song, a song that’s up-tempo and makes everyone jump out of their seats with joy!
Choosing the one big song to make everyone dance can be a little tricky so here’s a great list of songs to inspire you.
And if you need more inspiration, here are the top wedding songs according to Spotify that have kept us tapping our toes this year and more modern wedding songs to check out!
Music takes us on a journey. It motivates us, compels us, inspires us, makes us cry, makes our skin tingle, makes our belly flip, brings back fond memories, makes us to sing at the top of our voices like no one's listening, drags us out of our funk and makes us grin from ear to ear.
Which songs will you choose for your wedding ceremony?