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For any wedding occasion will not be complete without the wedding reception. If the wedding ceremony is the solemn celebration, the wedding reception is the time for congratulations all round. Therefore, the wedding reception music should be lively and should create a happy atmosphere inside the venue.

Once the newlywed couple walks in as well as the guests, musicians should strike up a song to set a cheerful mood from the outset. Any music style that puts a spring in the step can be appropriate. If you want a glamorous up-market ambience to the occasion, you can choose light classical or swing. But if you want a friendlier family feel, you can consider traditional and well-known tunes that people will recognize.

Wedding Reception Music Options
At the reception, you can choose from live band music, music from duo or trio performers, or perhaps you can just settle on recorded music to be played by a disc jockey. Hiring a live band is a good option. However, before booking one for the wedding reception, you should ask them if you could listen to their music first. You should also talk to them about their emcee duties.

Another option for entertainment is to get duo or trio performers. Whether you hire a duo, trio, or quartet, your specific choice of music should be discussed to them well before the event and they should also provide you with ideas to make the reception even more entertaining.

If you have a large budget, live music is always the way to go. To book a musician, you should plan well in advance. Some musicians and bands book up to a year in advance for weekend dates. While live music can be expensive, it is almost always well worth the investment. When selecting any musician, try to hear them play for yourself in person. If that’s not possible, at the very least, listen to their demo tape. Be sure to ask for references and check them before signing a contract or handing over any money.

If you don’t have a large budget, using a DJ is another terrific option. Make sure the DJ you select is experienced in working weddings. It’s also best if the DJ has worked the same venue. The more experienced the DJ, the better.

Finally, if you are having a theme wedding, be sure to connect the music with the theme. Theme weddings for different decades are very popular – particularly the 50’s and the 70’s. Both of these decades have fun music selections to choose from.

The bottom line is you should remember that this day is about you and your husband-to-be. For example, if you both enjoy hip hop music, you should include hip hop music on your play list, even if it doesn’t exactly match the feel of your wedding. Don’t be afraid to stretch the boundaries because with your wedding reception music, you can put a unique stamp on your most cherished of days.