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How to Avoid Wedding Dance Embarrassments

Learn how to let loose and dance with confidence at your wedding reception

How to Write a Contract With a DJ for Your Wedding Reception

Specify the hours, the music and other terms to get the most out of your reception entertainment

How to DJ a Wedding

Make sure that the reception is memorable and fun for everyone

Classical Music for Wedding Ceremony

Choose fitting classical songs for each stage of your ceremony

Songs Ideas to Replace the Wedding March

Walk down the aisle to a song that is uniquely yours

How to Create a Wedding Music Checklist

Plan the ceremony and reception as unique musical events

Irish Wedding Ceremony Music

Celebrate Celtic pride

How to Choose a Wedding DJ

Tune in to your DJs personality and preferences to find the right match

Dinner Music at the Reception

Create a special atmosphere for your guests without being obtrusive

How to Choose Slow Dance Songs for a Wedding Reception

Be sure to have some slow dances but don't overdo it

How to Hire a Karaoke DJ for a Wedding

Look for experience and a crowd-pleasing attitude

How to Hire Wedding Musicians

See the band live and check their references before you sign

How to Get People Dancing at Your Wedding

Make your reception memorable by getting your wedding guests on their feet and moving

Wedding Songs for Cutting the Cake

While you're posing, you can be serious or have fun with the music

Song Ideas for Weddings

Use music to set the mood you want

Alternatives to the Wedding March

March to the beat of a different drummer by choosing music that suits your personality

How to Select a Father-Daughter Wedding Song

Cherish the moment and create a beautiful memory

Ceremony Music for a Jewish Wedding

Jewish wedding music is influenced by the orthodoxy of the ceremony

Indian Wedding Ceremony Music

Music is used for both ceremonial and celebratory reasons

How to Interview Bands for a Wedding Reception

Discuss set lists and the band's ability to create excitement

How to Calculate Gratuities for Your Wedding Musician

Did your DJ follow your extra-complicated playlist? Show some love

Creative First Dances

Make your first dance memorable with a unique song or routine

Wedding Dance Checklist

Schedule time for all of the special dances at your wedding reception

How to Create a Wedding CD

Help guests remember the music of your wedding

5 Unique Wedding Songs to Consider

Add a personal touch to your celebration with these unique selections

Alternatives to the Wedding March

Classical to Hollywood, there are lots of choices

Hawaiian Wedding Traditions

Beautify your wedding ceremony with these timeless Hawaiian rites

DJ vs. Live Band vs. iPod

The music you choose will set the tone for the event

Creating a "Do Not Play" list for your DJ or Band

Keep the wedding party going with music all of your guests will enjoy

How to Book Entertainment for a Wedding

Keep the party going by booking a great band or DJ for your reception

Planning Reminder:

wedding march and orchids

Select ceremony music

Music is a critical element to making guests feel welcome. Traditional selections such as the prelude give guests cues to what's coming next. Consider music that has personal meaning and seasonal significance and works with your theme.

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Wedding Glossary

STRING QUARTET

A musical ensemble of four musicians playing string instruments. Typically includes two violins, a viola and a cello.

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