CHURCH WEDDING MUSIC

Minister’s tend to be quite traditional in the music they approve of for Wedding Ceremonies that take place in their Church, and luckily so do many couples. Sure, some couples will want to steer away from classical pieces and move towards more modern tunes, and for these couples it is wise to speak to the Minister a.s.a.p. to seek their approval. However, in 70 to 80% of Weddings, it is the same pieces of music that crop up again and again – music that is timeless and somehow seems ‘just right’.

For those of you who do have a particular preference for particular modern day love songs, you may wish to check out  The First Dance article in the Reception section for some ideas, and as soon as you have a shortlist, speak to your Minister to see how they feel about them. For the remainder of you, why not check out our list of favourite pieces of music from the list below – most Minister’s will not have a problem if you choose something from this list, although be aware that some of these tracks do have a history. The Bridal March by Wagner from the opera Lohengrin is one such piece. In the opera it is played to celebrate a Wedding that is never consummated and ends just moments after the Ceremony when the Bride betrays her new husband, reneging on her word and her vows. Minister’s may, but probably won't, voice their approval at such a choice.

We can’t stress enough how important it is to clarify your position with the Minister as soon as possible and work with them throughout the planning process.