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Selecting Ceremony Musicians
 The ceremony is the most important part of your wedding day. The music you select should be meaningful to you. The musicians you choose should have the depth and breadth of experience to coach you, as needed, through your choices, recommending possibilities and giving you several options based on your desires. Answering these 10 questions will make it easier for you to choose musicians and ensure a memorable musical experience.
- Music selection is a mystery for many brides and grooms. Should you go with all classical or is it okay to include that favorite Beatles song?
- Does the group you select have a musician/manager who can answer your questions and is he easily accessible?
- Does she understand what you want and is she willing to provide it? If you aren’t sure, can she help guide you in the right direction?
- Does she offer unlimited phone consultations anytime before the wedding?
- Will he consult with your officiant and coordinator?
- Will the musicians work with the church music director/organist?
- A non-denominational ceremony and a full Catholic mass are very different!
Has the ensemble played for weddings like yours and are they familiar with the customs and music of your religious ceremony?
- Will they play your special requests and, if necessary, write special arrangements of these pieces to fit the instruments you have selected?
- Do they have a vocalist they prefer to work with or will they accompany one you provide?
- Do they have a backup plan in case of illness or emergency?
Choosing instruments for ceremony music depends on several factors including the size of the venue, the number of guests and, of course, your personal preferences. All strings or flute & strings can be combined into a duo, trio or quartet. You can also include piano. The harp, classical guitar, and trumpet are additional options.
The most important thing is to have your wedding music reflect who you are, whether it’s elegant classical or Ray Charles sassy. There is no “right way” when it comes to the music. Select music that you love and be sure your musicians are capable of providing it.
Carol Premack
Musician/Manager
Intermezzo Chamber Players
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