Weddings and Special Events
Whether it is solo violin, viola, or a string ensemble, live music adds a touch of elegance to any wedding or special event.
In addition to the traditional wedding music favorites, musical styles range from Classical, Scottish Fiddle, World Folk, Pop standards, New Age, and Celtic.
Ceremony Music for your Wedding:
I provide a consultation session for the couple to listen and choose pieces for different parts of the ceremony. While there can be many variations on a traditional wedding, typically the format includes:
Prelude:
20-30 minutes of background music which sets the mood of the ceremony. Some couples prefer one particular style of music while others like a mix of genres allowing all their guests to hear something they like.
Processional:
Parents and Grandparents seating
Officiate and Groom entrance
Bridal Party entrance
Bride’s entrance
Ceremony:
Candle lighting, rose exchange, pause of remembrance or intention.
Recessional:
The bride and groom walk back up the aisle with the bridal party and family following.
Postlude:
A few more celebratory selections as the guests leave the venue.
Wedding Receptions:
Wedding couples often request that after the ceremony the music continues for a cocktail hour or for the dinner background music. Some weddings include music only for these occasions after a ceremony. Any of these situations are possible and add to the elegance of the day.
Please call me so we can chat about your special day. I will help you make it everything you dream it to be.
THINGS TO KNOW:
I love playing for outdoor and indoor weddings, but string instruments are very fragile and do very poorly in direct sunlight, heat, and rain. In order to protect my health and the health of the violin/viola, adequate shade and protection from the environment must be provided.
I have a large personal collection of music that I have acquired over years performing. However, if you have a specific song in mind that can only be obtained by ordering it, I will need to be given enough time to learn the new music and be reimbursed for the cost of ordering it.
Rates:
Solo:
Wedding Ceremony .......... $ 300
Reception .......... $100 per hour
Dress Rehearsal (optional) .......... $100
Ensemble:
Quartet:
Wedding Ceremony .......... $800
Reception .......... $200 per hour
Dress Rehearsal (optional) ......... $100