Wedding Bands

Wedding bands are an essential part of any wedding reception – bands play the music that help set the mood and they one of the most important elements of fun.Wedding bands are a great option because they are much more personal than pre-recorded music. Just like a wedding, bands are live in the moment and will vary from wedding to wedding, from moment to moment.

Cover bands are a popular option because they can play songs that most people know and enjoy, as are orchestras that play classical music. Some weddings use bands that play original music, though this is less common.

Music can be played throughout the reception, the ceremony and the party. Most wedding bands can play any well known song. Here is a video of some of the top ten wedding songs that people play at their weddings.

Wedding Songs

Any of these songs can be easily covered. Can’t Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley is a particularly poignant choice that, given the right band, as is Etta James’ At Last.

Other popular options are having specific cover bands, who only do songs from The Beatles or The Rolling stones, or era-specific bands that cover the songs of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and so on.

One less common option is Love of My Life by Carlos Santana and Dave Matthews. The song’s lyrics are tender and sweet, and the music goes from slow and loving to a nice fun build at the end, which could be a great option to get the party started.

Wedding Song Choice

Finally, just like hiring a wedding planner, there are special services that you use to help you find the band of your choice. Also, consider talking to friends who have been recently married or friends in the music industry who can offer some insight.