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!
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
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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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!
“When You Say Nothing At All” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SCOimBo5tg is so beautiful. Great song to add to the Bride's Entrance. Thanks for sharing.