Wedding Day Songs

Planning a wedding involves countless details, each contributing to the tapestry of your special day. Among these considerations, perhaps none is more emotionally resonant than the selection of music. From the tender notes that accompany the bride's entrance to the energetic beats that fill the dance floor, each song adds depth and meaning to the celebration.

In this guide, we'll explore a curated selection of common songs to consider for every stage of your wedding, from the intimate ambiance of the ceremony to the lively revelry of the reception. Whether you're seeking timeless classics or contemporary favorites, we've compiled suggestions for each key moment, ensuring that your playlist reflects the unique essence of your wedding day.

1. Ceremony Music:

   1. Prelude Music (while guests are getting seated)

   2. Seating of the family

   3. Wedding Party entrance song

   4. Bridal Processional (for bride)

   5. Recessional

2. Cocktail Hour:

   1. a. A few ideas are to make all of the songs  themed after the bride and groom's names or songs that you like to sing in the car; etc. Typically, this is “background” music so make sure you’re not going hard with the EDM. Common playlists for cocktail hour are jazz, pop instrumentals (think Bridgerton), or soft alt rock.

3. Reception Music:

   1. Grand Entrance (when the wedding party is announced). Typically, it is one song for the bridesmaids/groomsmen and a separate song for the bride & groom

   2. First Dance

   3. Parent Dances (If applicable)

   4. Song to get everyone on the dance floor

   5. Bouquet Toss

   6. Garter Toss

   7. Cake Cutting

   8. Last dance with everyone on the dance floor

   9. Private last dance

Playlists (Spotify):

Instrumentals

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Parent Dances

Reception