How would you describe your upcoming wedding ceremony? Is it going to be a traditional wedding?
I know many of you are planning for a traditional wedding. But some of you don’t want it to be too traditional.
Others definitely don’t want a traditional wedding at all but are planning a church wedding.
In both cases, you need music ideas that don’t scream TRADITIONAL WEDDING! [Read the full article…]
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I hear grumbling about overused wedding music, often from musicians, having to play the same pieces wedding after wedding, as if it were the bride’s (or couple’s) fault. I’m not convinced this is the case.
It’s true that wedding planning guides don’t include much variety. But how much encouragement and support for using distinctive music do musicians provide?
I know some musicians who do strive to help couples find the perfect music. But there are others who seem content to recommend the same pieces already heard over and over again.
I thought about this after my recent article on how couples can better prepare for meetings with their musicians. Maybe the musicians can also better prepare for meeting with their couples! Keep reading for some tips on making your discussions more effective. [Read the full article…]
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Do you feel swamped by wedding day preparations? Are you afraid that you won’t be able to find that perfect piece of music for your ceremony and that you’ll have to settle? Are music suggestions all starting to sound alike to you?
If you’re not entirely sure how you should be selecting music from your lists of ideas, I can help. Some people just stare at the list of music suggestions they have and at the list of music needed and just can’t get started. [Read the full article…]
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How many weddings have you been to where you haven’t heard Pachelbel’s Canon in D? Ever wonder how this piece got to be so famous?
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I’ve mentioned before that seeing other couples’ ceremony music choices can be very helpful when you’re looking for ideas. I’m thrilled whenever I find a great example that I can use for later reference.
Earlier this week I stumbled across Sarah’s blog where she wrote about her ceremony music selections and thoughts about planning the music for her church wedding. [Read the full article…]
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How would you describe your upcoming wedding ceremony? Is it going to be a traditional wedding?
