On Friday 5 September 2025, JAM Duo were delighted to provide the music for the beautiful wedding of Emma and Jonathan at the Radisson Blu Hotel in the heart of Edinburgh.
This stylish city-centre venue sits right on the Royal Mile, making it a truly iconic setting for a wedding. With its historic stone façade, contemporary interiors, and sweeping views over the city, the Radisson Blu offers a perfect blend of modern luxury and Scottish heritage. For Emma and Jonathan, the celebrations took place in the Great Scots Hall, a stunning upstairs ceremony space filled with character and atmosphere.
Ceremony in the Great Scots Hall
As guests gathered, we performed a beautiful selection of songs chosen by Emma and Jonathan to create the perfect atmosphere:
Pre-Ceremony Music
- Halo – Beyoncé
- All of Me – John Legend
- Angels – Robbie Williams
- Say a Little Prayer – Aretha Franklin
- Make You Feel My Love – Adele
- How Deep is Your Love – Bee Gees
- My Heart Will Go On – Celine Dion
Bridal Entrance
- When You Say Nothing at All – a bespoke arrangement created especially for Emma, blending emotion and intimacy at the perfect moment.
Signing of the Register
- I Will Always Love You – Whitney Houston
- Until I Found You – Stephen Sanchez
Couple’s Exit
- Everywhere – Fleetwood Mac (played in an upbeat style, launching straight into the chorus for maximum celebration!)
The ceremony was elegant, moving, and full of personal touches — exactly what live music is all about.
Drinks Reception in the Main Lounge
After the vows, guests moved downstairs to the main lounge where we continued the celebrations with a lively set of songs. The music ranged from timeless classics to modern favourites, creating the perfect soundtrack to cocktails and conversation:
- All the Small Things – Blink-182
- Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Frankie Valli
- It’s All About You – McFly
- If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys
- Just the Way You Are – Bruno Mars
- Mr Brightside – The Killers
- Love at First Sight – Kylie Minogue
- Señorita – Justin Timberlake
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love – Queen
The atmosphere was vibrant and relaxed — the perfect city wedding vibe.
Wedding Breakfast Back in the Great Scots Hall
Later, we returned upstairs to the Great Scots Hall to accompany the wedding breakfast with a longer set of romantic and uplifting music. Highlights included:
- Feeling Good – Nina Simone
- Use Somebody – Kings of Leon
- Songbird – Eva Cassidy
- She’s a Beauty – Wayne Wonder
- When 2 Become 1 – Spice Girls
- Believe – Cher
- Shallow – Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper
- You’re Still the One – Shania Twain
- Bittersweet Symphony – The Verve
- I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing – Aerosmith
- Sweet Child O’ Mine – Guns N’ Roses
- Truly, Madly, Deeply – Savage Garden
- At Last – Etta James
- This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole
- I Love You Because – Jim Reeves
- Be More – Stephen Sanchez
- That’s How Strong My Love Is – Alicia Keys
- Every Breath You Take – The Police
This wide-ranging setlist reflected Emma and Jonathan’s eclectic tastes, keeping the energy flowing throughout the meal while still allowing space for conversation and laughter.
A Perfect Edinburgh Wedding
Emma looked stunning as she entered the ceremony, and together with Jonathan they created a day full of love, joy, and unforgettable moments. It was a pleasure for JAM Duo to provide the soundtrack to their celebration, moving seamlessly from ceremony to drinks and then back upstairs for the meal.
We’d like to thank Emma and Jonathan for choosing us to be part of their day, and we wish them every happiness in the future.
If you’re planning your wedding at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Edinburgh — or anywhere else in Scotland or beyond — JAM Duo would love to provide live cello and piano music to create the perfect soundtrack for your day.
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