Best Wedding Music Instrumental
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and the music you choose will play a big part in setting the mood and making it unforgettable. While you might have a DJ or band for the reception, the instrumental music you choose for the ceremony can really set the tone for the entire day.
Here are some of the best instrumental wedding music options that are sure to make your ceremony truly special:
Classical
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Canon in D Major by Johann Pachelbel: This is a timeless classic that is perfect for a traditional wedding. The gentle melody and flowing harmonies create a romantic and serene atmosphere.
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Air on the G String by Johann Sebastian Bach: This beautiful and elegant piece is perfect for a more intimate ceremony.
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Clair de Lune by Claude Debussy: This dreamy and ethereal piece is perfect for a romantic and magical wedding.
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Wedding March by Felix Mendelssohn: This is the most traditional wedding march and is perfect for a formal ceremony.
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Ave Maria by Franz Schubert: This beautiful and moving piece is often used as a processional piece for the bride.
Modern Classical
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The Four Seasons (Spring) by Antonio Vivaldi: This lively and uplifting piece is perfect for a spring wedding.
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Gymnopédie No. 1 by Erik Satie: This elegant and understated piece is perfect for a minimalist or modern ceremony.
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Nuvole Bianche by Ludovico Einaudi: This beautiful and moving piece is perfect for a romantic and ethereal wedding.
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Kiss the Rain by Yiruma: This piece is beautiful and serene, perfect for a more modern approach.
Film Scores
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The Arrival of the Birds by Michael Kamen (from the film "The Last of the Mohicans"): This piece is dramatic and epic, creating a sense of wonder and excitement.
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The Mission by Ennio Morricone: This moving and atmospheric piece is perfect for a spiritual or emotional ceremony.
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Love Theme from "Cinema Paradiso" by Ennio Morricone: This beautiful and romantic piece is perfect for a classic and timeless wedding.
Other
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Here Comes the Bride by Richard Wagner: This is a classic and well-known wedding march that is perfect for a traditional ceremony.
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Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring by Johann Sebastian Bach: This beautiful and moving piece is perfect for a spiritual wedding.
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O mio babbino caro by Giacomo Puccini: This beloved aria from Puccini's opera "Gianni Schicchi" is a beautiful and emotional choice.
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Greensleeves: This traditional English folk song is a lovely and romantic choice.
Ultimately, the best wedding music for you is the music that you love and that will create the mood you want for your ceremony.
Tips for Choosing Wedding Music:
- Consider the style of your wedding. If you are having a traditional wedding, you might choose classical music. If you are having a more modern wedding, you might choose contemporary instrumental music.
- Think about the mood you want to create. Do you want a romantic, elegant, or uplifting ceremony? Choose music that reflects the mood you are going for.
- Consider the length of your ceremony. Choose music that is appropriate for the length of your ceremony. You don't want to have music that is too long or too short.
- Make sure the music is appropriate for your venue. Some venues have restrictions on the type of music that can be played.
- Don't be afraid to be creative. You can combine different types of music or even use a mix of instrumental and vocal music.
No matter what music you choose, make sure it is music that you and your partner love and that will make your wedding day truly special.
