When it comes to planning a wedding in 2025, there’s a playlist for everything. Ceremony entrance? Spotify has 400 options. Drinks reception? Just hit shuffle. But here’s the truth: a curated playlist can’t match the presence, emotion, or atmosphere of live music.
And that’s where we come in.
We’re JAM Duo — I’m Jules (piano) and my partner Anne-Marie plays cello. Together, we perform at weddings all over the UK, bringing a blend of classical skill and modern style to every couple’s big day.
Here’s why live music still matters — and always will.
1. It’s Not Just Music — It’s Atmosphere
Live music doesn’t just fill silence — it sets the tone. When guests arrive and hear the warm resonance of cello and piano echoing through your venue, it tells them this day is special.
Whether we’re playing a romantic version of “A Thousand Years” as you walk down the aisle, or an upbeat cover of “Can’t Help Falling in Love” during your drinks reception, the mood is completely different when it’s played live, right there in the moment.
2. Real Emotions, Real Reactions
There’s something human about live music that tech can’t replicate. It breathes with you. Speeds up, slows down, responds to the emotion in the room.
We’ve had couples tear up just hearing their chosen entrance song during our warmup. Guests often pause mid-conversation to listen when a familiar tune suddenly sounds fresh, thanks to live cello and piano.
3. Flexible, Adaptable, Personal
We don’t just turn up and press play. Every wedding is different, and so is the setlist. Whether you want traditional hymns, Disney soundtracks, modern pop, or a bit of classical elegance — we tailor everything to fit.
- Need a special song arranged for your walk down the aisle? We’ll do it.
- Outdoor ceremony with tricky acoustics? No problem — our Yamaha speaker system ensures clarity without blasting guests.
- Ceremony running late? We’ll adjust on the fly without breaking the mood.
4. Quality You Can Trust (and Hear)
We bring our own professional gear to every performance:
- 🎹 Nord Stage Piano – known for its rich, natural tone
- 🎻 Yamaha Electric Cello – perfect for versatile, expressive sound indoors or out
- 🔊 Yamaha PA system – for clear, balanced sound, even in large or open venues
This setup means we’re not just reliable — we sound great in any setting, from barns to ballrooms to garden marquees.
5. From Guest Arrival to First Dance
Live music isn’t just for your ceremony. Many couples book us for:
- Guest arrival – soft background music as people settle in
- Ceremony – entrance, signing, exit
- Drinks reception – relaxed but upbeat vibe
- Wedding breakfast – instrumental versions of crowd favourites
- Even your first dance, if you want something stripped back and emotional
Because we’re a duo, we’re compact, quick to set up, and we can move between locations without disrupting the flow of your day.
6. Your Day, Your Soundtrack
At the end of the day, your wedding music should reflect you. We’re not here to impose our style — we’re here to translate yours into music.
Whether that means Coldplay, Bach, Bridgerton vibes or a slowed-down version of your favourite indie track, we’ll make sure the music sounds like your story.
Ready to Hear the Difference?
If you’re thinking about booking live music for your wedding in 2025, we’d love to talk. You can:
- 📧 Get in touch with us
- 🎧 Listen to our recordings
- 📍 Check where we’ve played across the UK on our Wedding Blog
Live music still matters — and we’re here to prove it, one performance at a time.
