Non-Traditional, But Wonderful, Wedding Ceremony Songs

Wagner’s “Bridal Chorus” and Pachelbel’s “Canon in D” are beautiful songs, and popular choices for wedding music. But, there are other options for your wedding processional, as well as your prelude and recessional. Check out these unexpected, emotion-filled pieces of music that are perfect wedding ceremony songs!

wedding ceremony songs

Prelude
“Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole

God Only Knows” by The Beach Boys
How Sweet It Is” by James Taylor
One Hand One Heart (West Side Story)” by Leonard Bernstein

Processional
Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole
Into the Mystic” by Van Morrison
Make You Feel My Love” by Bob Dylan
Sunrise” by Norah Jones

Ceremony Music – A Twist On Tradition

Bride’s Entrance
When a Man Loves a Woman” by Percy Sledge
Over the Rainbow” by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole

Lullaby” by Dixie Chicks
Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles

Recessional
Baby, I Love You” by Aretha Franklin
Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I’m Yours” by Stevie Wonder
What a Wonderful World” by Joey Ramone

Modern Love” by David Bowie

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Hearts, Joy, Love!
Jean

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2 thoughts on “Non-Traditional, But Wonderful, Wedding Ceremony Songs

  1. I play folk harp, & am often asked to play for weddings. Sometimes brides want 'traditional' music, but often not, with the harp!
    Pachelbel Canon in D is very popular for entrances. My daughter had the theme from 'Friends' for the entrance of the attendants, & 'When You say Nothing At All' for her own. For children, I often do a medley with 'After the Garden's been Planted' (original by harpist Sharon Thormahlen) & English Country Garden.'

    “My Life' & 'All you need is love' from the Beetles are others I've done, & 'The Rose' is nice for candle lightings or other bits in the middle. I generally suggest a few options for my brides, & am willing to learn one new song for a wedding, at no extra cost.
    It's always delightful to play for someone's special day!

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