The Music that you choose for your wedding day is an important part of the occasion. Not only will it reflect the mood and set the tone of your wedding but it will also need to suit a range of wedding music styles and tastes. 

String music for your ceremony

Usually a softer, more romantic style to set the tone and ease guests into the mood. The most popular format for weddings is

• 15 minutes of music played as guests arrive
• a special piece as the bride walks down the aisle
• 1 or 2 pieces as the register is signed
• a piece for the recessional, when the couple leave as husband and wife.

String music for your reception

The wedding music played during your reception often includes a wider selection of music to reflect your taste and those of your guests, however String music is perfect:

• as drinks and canapés are served
• before the reception dinner
• while photos are being taken to entertain guests

Generally, couples organise a DJ for the reception but some couples prefer strings for the entire night or at least until the end of dinner when the DJ can take over. As a guide, around 10% of the total wedding costs should be set aside for music and entertainment. Bands or DJs are usually the main choices.