You’ve booked the venue. You’ve got the dress or the suit. Now it’s time to plan one of the most emotional parts of your wedding day: the ceremony music.
But with hundreds of options — classical? acoustic? modern love songs? — it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Don’t worry. We’ve helped hundreds of couples find the right soundtrack for their walk down the aisle, and in this post, we’ll walk you through how to choose music that’s personal, powerful, and totally you.
First: Know the Ceremony Structure
Whether it’s a church, a barn, or a civil ceremony in a hotel, most weddings have four key musical moments:
- Guest Arrival – 15–30 minutes of background music as guests take their seats.
- Processional – The big entrance (bride, groom, or both).
- Signing of the Register – Usually 1–2 pieces while paperwork is completed.
- Recessional/Exit – Celebratory music as you both walk back up the aisle.
Each of these moments offers a chance to express your style and set the mood.
Choose Music That Reflects You
Forget “rules.” Your wedding music should feel like you — whether that means traditional classical, a cover of a Coldplay song, or a subtle nod to your favourite TV show theme.
When we work with couples, we always ask:
- What kind of music do you both love?
- Are there any songs that mean something to your story?
- Do you want emotional, upbeat, fun — or a mix?
From there, we can suggest options from our listen page of 300+ songs for inspiration — or create a custom arrangement of your chosen track.
Some Inspiration to Get You Started
Here are some ideas by ceremony moment, based on what couples have loved recently:
🎹 Guest Arrival
- Clair de Lune – Debussy
- All of Me – John Legend (instrumental)
- Marry You – Bruno Mars
- Bridgerton Theme – Kris Bowers
🎻 Processional
- Canon in D – Pachelbel (timeless)
- A Thousand Years – Christina Perri
- How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding
- Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis (JAM Duo version is a favourite)
✍️ Signing of the Register
- Perfect – Ed Sheeran
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow
- Your Song – Elton John
🎉 Recessional
- Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder
- You Make My Dreams – Hall & Oates
- This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole
- Happy – Pharrell Williams
Consider the Venue & Vibe
The right song also depends on where and how you’re getting married.
- Church wedding? You may want a mix of hymns and classical with a modern twist.
- Civil ceremony? Go modern, romantic, or cinematic — anything non-religious works.
- Outdoor wedding? We use a portable Yamaha speaker system, so we sound great whether you’re in a courtyard, garden, or tipi.
We also take sound limits and logistics into account — we’ve played everywhere from grand halls to small chapels, so we know how to match the moment.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
We’ll never leave you hanging, but here are some things couples sometimes forget:
- Choosing one long track for the processional. We can time everything perfectly, but if you want different songs for different entrances (bridesmaids vs. bride, for example), let us know.
- Forgetting to check with the registrar or officiant. Some councils or religious venues have rules about what music is allowed.
- Assuming your favourite pop song will work instrumentally. Not all lyrics translate well without words — but we’ll help you find something that gives the same vibe.
Let’s Build Your Soundtrack
We don’t just turn up and play — we’ll help you craft a ceremony set list that fits your personalities, your story, and your venue. No stress, no pressure, just experience and a genuine love for making music that means something.
📩 Contact us to talk through your ceremony music
🎵 Browse our full repertoire here
📖 See real couples’ music choices on our blog
Your wedding soundtrack should feel like you. We’re here to help make that happen.
