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Rockville, MD
Bialek's Music

4.9 Excellent (1,670 reviews)

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...

$950

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Bentonville, AR
Rivers & the Cello

5.0 Fantastic (3 reviews)

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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$600

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Florence, KY
Evan Dallas Music

5.0 Fantastic (20 reviews)

Evan Dallas Music, based out of Florence, Kentucky, offers live musical entertainment for weddings and other special...Read more events. Professional musicians Evan Dallas and Evanghelina Ciobanu offer piano and cello accompaniment, as well as vocals, to enhance the atmosphere at celebrations. Evan is an...
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Columbus, OH
Caleb Thomas Art

5.0 Fantastic (4 reviews)

Pricing is as follows: 16 x 20 Canvas - $1,45018 x 24 Canvas - $190022 x 28 Canvas - $2,30024 x 30 Canvas - $2,75024 x...Read more 36 Canvas - $3,10030 x 40 Canvas - $3,900 Caleb Thomas Art is a live wedding event painter based out of Columbus, Ohio. Owner Caleb loves bringing his artistic talent to his clients...

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Dayton, OH
Viva la Strings

5.0 Fantastic (131 reviews)

Viva la Strings is a wedding music service based in Columbus, Dayton, Cinicnnniat and Cleveland, OH and Nashville, TN....Read more This group of musicians is delighted to provide their distinctive brand of musical performance for a range of special occasions. Playing violins, violas, cellos and guitars, they...

$800

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New Bern, NC
Harmonium Players

5.0 Fantastic (11 reviews)

Harmonium Players is a wedding ensemble based out of New Bern, North Carolina, that serves the Wilmington and Eastern...Read more North Carolina region. Bryna Coonin, Andrea Tolmich Shalhoub, and Joli Brooks are talented string musicians who love to provide couples with beautiful gorgeous music to make their...

$675

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Cincinnati, OH
Chako Productions LLC

5.0 Fantastic (5 reviews)

Providing Professional Entertainment Services for over 35 years. The perfect ambient music for Dinners, Weddings, Wine...Read more Tastings, Private Parties, Corporate Functions, Cocktail Events, Product Launches, Exhibitions. The Right Music, The Right Volume, The Right Look, The Right Price! Featured Concert...

$1,000

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Charlottesville, VA
Ibis Music Group

5.0 Fantastic (19 reviews)

Based out of Charlottesville, Virginia, Ibis Music Group is a string ensemble available to perform at weddings. Made up...Read more of renowned instrumentalists, this group can help you find a fitting backing track to your celebration. From solo violin serenades to a rousing string quartet, they are here to...

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Brooklyn, NY
MAS Music

5.0 Fantastic (47 reviews)

A wedding ensemble in Brooklyn, New York, MAS Music provides couples and their guests with live entertainment. Much like...Read more their founder, Marie Stack, the musicians are professional, dependable, and incredibly talented. Although based in Brooklyn, MAS Music can travel to interested couples throughout...

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San German, PR
(Cuerdas)n

4.9 Excellent (117 reviews)

Combining the sounds of lush classical strings with the energy of modern pop and rock, (Cuerdas)ⁿ specializes in...Read more providing striking violin and cello performances, with the option to mix it up with piano, guitar, and other strings. With over 700 songs to choose from, including exclusive arrangements...

$600

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Denver, CO
Great Family Artists

5.0 Fantastic (125 reviews)

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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Cincinnati, OH
Lyrica

5.0 Fantastic (34 reviews)

Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Lyrica is a full-time, professional musical organization that complements weddings with...Read more memorable music. Lyrica's highly experienced performers specialize in a range of genres, from classical music to contemporary songs. Whatever the vibe or theme of your special day,...

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Brooklyn, NY
Alexandra & Ensembles

5.0 Fantastic (165 reviews)

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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Portland, OR
Kit Taylor Piano + DJ

5.0 Fantastic (20 reviews)

Based out of Hillsboro, Oregon, Kit Taylor is a wedding music business that offers piano and DJ performances. Owner Kit...Read more Taylor is a pianist and songwriter with over 15 years of experience in performing at weddings. You and your guests can anticipate a skillful musical backdrop for your special...

$2,499

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Hoffmeister, NY
Mayfield Strings

5.0 Fantastic (17 reviews)

MAYFIELD STRINGS will bring a touch of elegance to any event with string ensembles that specialize in classical and...Read more contemporary music. From solo cello to duo combos (including cello & guitar and 2 cellists) to a string trio or full string quartet, Mayfield Strings can provide your wedding or...

$600
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San Antonio, TX
Terra Vista Strings

5.0 Fantastic (170 reviews)

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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Cincinnati, OH
Lecuona Music Enterprises

5.0 Fantastic (131 reviews)

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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Houston, TX
Klarc Naomi Entertainment

5.0 Fantastic (1 review)

Based in Houston, Texas, Klarc Naomi Entertainment offers wedding music performances. Klarc is a singer-songwriter and...Read more multi-instrumentalist who began her musical studies at the age of five years old. Her musical education includes studies at the University of Houston and Berklee College of Music....

$650

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Highland Park, NJ
Sweet Harmony Music

5.0 Fantastic (336 reviews)

Serving local areas throughout the US! Sweet Harmony offers outstanding local musicians to play for your wedding or...Read more special event. We're in cities and regions across the country, so please let us know where you are! Imagine the feeling as you walk down the aisle to your special song played by a...

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Baltimore, MD
Apollo Chamber Music

5.0 Fantastic (17 reviews)

Apollo Chamber Music is one of the most sought-after event live music groups on the East coast. Based in Washington,...Read more D.C., Apollo Chamber Music offers services and live performances in Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland, Delaware, the Greater Philadelphia Area, and the Boston Metropolitan...

$900

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West Linn, OR
Duo con Brio

4.9 Excellent (140 reviews)

Operating out of West Linn, Oregon, Duo con Brio is an award-winning ensemble that performs at weddings and other...Read more special occasions. Led by accomplished cellist Corey Averill, this group has been entertaining wedding-goers with their elegant music for decades. You and your guests are bound to be...

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New York City, NY
Stellar Strings

5.0 Fantastic (121 reviews)

A wedding ensemble based in Brooklyn, New York, Stellar Strings specializes in entertainment for signature weddings and...Read more stylish events. Comprised of four professional and experienced musicians, the company has been enchanting couples musically since its inception in 2009. Stellar Strings is the...

$1,300

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Los Angeles, CA
AREV MUSIC Entertainment Group

5.0 Fantastic (17 reviews)

Arev Music Entertainment Group is a professional wedding music service based out of Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania and Los...Read more Angeles, California. They offer a range of musical options and ensembles, allowing you to pick a sound that best suits your tastes. Talented and experienced, they work tirelessly to...

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Miami, FL
AAMusicians

5.0 Fantastic (518 reviews)

AAMusicians is a celebrated entertainment business located in Miami, Florida. The professionals' goal at this firm is to...Read more offer couples services that help the love birds see their wedding dreams become a reality. The talented team prides themselves on their personalized service and skilled musical...

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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