March 5, 2025 • 18 mins
Dive into the world of #WeddingSongs and discover 10 must-have tunes for your big day! Whether it's the first dance or the grand entrance, we've got you covered.
This podcast is for engaged couples who are stressed out with wedding planning and family expectations but want a fun wedding day.
Sal and Sam, share expert tips on selecting the perfect songs for various wedding moments.
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(00:00):
Congratulations on your engagement.
Congratulations on starting weddingplanning too, but wait, what about
the songs and the music that you needto select for those special moments?
Now imagine walking down the aisle witha soundtrack that perfectly captures
your love story, sending chills downthe spine of your guests and creating
(00:24):
moments that will last a lifetime.
What if the right song couldturn that beautiful moment into
an unforgettable experience?
What are those special songsfor your wedding day that
need to be chosen right away?
Thanks for joining us.
Hi, I'm Sam from Atmosphere Productions.
(00:44):
We'll answer these questions andmuch more in today's edition of the
Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast.
Welcome to another edition of our podcast.
Hi, I'm Sal from afterhours events in new England.
Listen now and discover 10 must havewedding songs you must choose now.
These are wedding insider secrets fora stress free fun and memorable day.
(01:06):
Our podcast helps engaged couplesnavigate wedding planning complexities
while addressing family expectations.
We'll guide you through the journeyof creating the perfect wedding
day without unnecessary stress.
By the end of this edition, you'llget concise tips on budgeting,
wedding party management, ceremony,reception planning, and more.
Perfect for anyone planning awedding, all in 30 minutes or less.
(01:30):
Trust us, you don't want to miss this.
Welcome to Stress-free WeddingPlanning, the podcast that will
transform your wedding planningjourney from chaotic to enchanting.
Sal and Sam bring over 80 years ofcombined wedding expertise and exclusive
insider information to the table.
If you're recently engaged, feelingthe pressure of wedding planning,
Struggling with family expectations, butstill dreaming of a joy filled wedding.
(01:53):
You've come to the right place.
Get ready to unveil the best kept weddingsecrets, discover practical tips and
strategies, and learn life changinglessons for a stress free wedding.
Your unforgettable wedding day awaits.
We're here to take you on a transformativejourney of love, laughter, and memories.
So don't miss out on the podcastthat just might change your life.
(02:14):
This is the Stress-free WeddingPlanning podcast with Sal and Sam.
On today's podcast, Sal and Iwill explain 10 must have wedding
songs you must choose now!
Music is the heartbeat of your weddingcelebration, transforming memories
into moments and moments into memories.
(02:36):
However, there is a specific musiclist that you need to select, and you
need to do that sooner then later.
Hi, I'm Sam from the awardwinning Atmosphere Productions.
Wedding Entertainment with expertknowledge and the difference in quality.
Visit us at atmospherehyphen productions dot com.
(02:58):
Learn more about our experienceand the journey to help you with
Stress-free Wedding Planning in thetrailer or pilot of this podcast
So are you struggling to choose betweenclassic romance and modern selections?
Or are you wondering how tocreate a musical journey that
reflects your unique relationship.
Before the end of this edition, you'lllearn exactly what songs you'll need
(03:20):
to choose and set you off on a stressfree journey to wedding planning.
Hi, I'm Sal from After Hours Events NewEngland, the experts in creating a stress
free, unforgettable wedding experience.
We bring energy, professionalism,and a passion to making every
couple's big day truly special.
Visit us at After HoursEvents of N.E dot com.
(03:42):
On today's edition, let's helpyou celebrate your engagement with
these 10 must have wedding songs.
Now, right from the start,let's just say this.
We do not have the copyrightto play these song.
So we are not going to play anysongs during this particular edition.
Please use this information andyou can Google it or go to YouTube
and listen to these specific songs.
(04:04):
From the first step down the aisleto the last dance of the night, we'll
help you create a musical experiencethat will not only celebrate your love.
But keep the dance floor packedand we love packed dance floors and
your guests will be talking aboutyour wedding for years to come.
Let's firstly discuss the ceremonyand the wedding party processional.
(04:26):
What is that?
That is at the very beginningof the ceremony, your guests are
all seated and they're waitingfor you to come down the aisle.
So, what is played?
Firstly, the officiant and the groomare usually the first people that come
down, which are closely followed bythe groomsmen, and then the bridesmaids
(04:50):
or what other people that membersof the wedding party that you have.
What songs can you, choose?
Well, traditionally, you can startwith Wagner's "Bridal Chorus" or
Mendelssohn's "Wedding March".
More modern selections.
One of my favorites, obviously, is U2.
Being an Irish group, this is a great songto come down the aisle on this "Beautiful
(05:11):
Day", Lumineer's "Ho Hey", and theAmerican author's "Best Day of My Life".
There are obviously loads more,but those will get you started.
Sam.
Those are some great selections.
Just want to remind you that'sfor when the wedding party's
coming down and parents.
Now we're going to talk about if thebride is coming down or the couple's
coming down for the ceremony processional.
(05:32):
Your walk down the aisleis deeply personal.
Consider these.
Clair de Lune by Claude Debussy.
Canon in D by Pachelbel.
Another pro tip here, we alwayslike to throw them out there.
There's groups called the Piano Guys andalso Vitamin String Quartet who took songs
and created orchestral versions of them.
Absolutely awesome.
You'll love them.
(05:53):
Modern Selections are like "AThousand Years" by Christina
Perri, which is a timeless song.
Uh, "Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles.
I absolutely love this song.
It's just, it's such a great mood.
I'll take a listen to it.
I think you'll love it.
"Somewhere Over the Rainbow"by IZ, him and his ukulele.
This is a great for abeach style wedding too.
Yes, I'm glad you didn't, pronounceIsrael Kamakhalalaholi's, full name.
(06:17):
Now, just as a reminder, youcould also join us on YouTube.
Just search for the Stress-free WeddingPlanning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
Subscribe and get it first.
So now the ceremony is overand we do the recessional.
That's what the recessional means.
It's the end of the ceremony music andthe music that the couple walk out to,
(06:40):
followed by parents and wedding party.
So what songs do we choose for that?
Traditionally, you can go withMendelssohn's "Wedding March." That's
from "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
Also popular is Handel's "Hornpipe"from the "Water Music Suite", and
something from Beethoven, "Ode to Joy",which is used as the Olympic's Theme.
(07:00):
More modern choices would be BrunoMars "Marry You", or if you want to
get real funky, you can do JustinTimberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling".
Something that's a little differentis The Proclaimers "500 Miles".
That'll really get the juicesgoing for the recessional and
the wedding party walking out.
Personally, I'm a big fan withusing something with some energy
(07:22):
right at the end of the recessional.
Something starts right at the chorusand creates energy for your guests.
They're standing up, they're cheeringyou as you walk up the aisle.
So just my two centswhen it comes to that.
So the next thing we have to worryabout, this is going to happen.
After the cocktail hour has happened,if you're going to do one, and that's
The Grand Entrance, this is when youand your wedding party, and maybe even
(07:44):
parents and grandparents are introducedinto the room for the first time,
and you can use things like, " Let'sGet It Started" by Black Eyed Peas,
which is an awesome song to get someenergy going, Beyonce is "Love on Top".
Queen, "Crazy Little Thing Called Love".
Another favorite.
"You Make My Dreams ComeTrue" by Hall and Oates.
And of course you have "Best Dayof My Life" by American Authors
(08:06):
and a fan favorite with manypeople is Pharrell's "Happy".
We've just explained the GrandEntrance, the Bride, or the Couple's
Ceremonial Processional, and theCeremony Wedding Party Processional.
Coming up next, the FirstDance, your love's anthem.
The Parent Dances and The Last Dance.
But first, if you have a questionor concern, go now to Facebook and
(08:29):
join us on the Stress-free WeddingPlanning Community and ask away.
You can also join uson our YouTube channel.
Just search for Stress-free WeddingPlanning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
Subscribe and get it first.
This is the Stress-free WeddingPlanning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
It's time for Wedding Tip Wednesday.
But first, remember, neverlaugh at your spouse's choices.
(08:53):
You're one of them!
On today's iWeding Tip Wednesday.
We talk about exploringmarriage license requirements.
Every state has different requirements,so keep in mind you should call the
town hall in your town and find outwhat the rules and regulations are.
Do you have to call ahead of time to setup an appointment to go get your license?
Or do you have to go to a specific town?
(09:15):
Like in Connecticut, you have to goin the town of what you're getting
married, where in Massachusetts,you can buy it from any town and get
married in any town in Massachusetts.
As simple as that.
And that's another WeddingTip from Sal and Sam.
Experience the magic of your specialday with Fitzner Productions, a
premier wedding videography companybased in Middletown, Connecticut.
(09:37):
Fitzner Productions dot com.
Our mission is to capture your lovestory, candidly and authentically,
creating stunning, high quality videosthat you can cherish for years to come.
Our founder, Carson Fitzner,combines technical expertise with
a passion of storytelling, Ensuringevery moment from the excitement
of getting ready to the heartfeltceremony is beautifully documented.
(09:59):
We offer a range of customizable packages,including drone footage and multi location
shoots tailored to fit your unique vision.
Let us help you relive the romance,laughter, and tears of your wedding day.
Visit fitzner productions dot com.
That's F I T Z N E R productions dot com.
Welcome back to our discussionabout celebrating your engagement
(10:20):
with 10 must have wedding songs.
Hi, I'm Sal from AfterHours Events of New England.
And I'm Sam from Atmosphere Productions.
We've already discussed thecouple's ceremony processional,
ceremony wedding party processional,and your grand entrance song.
Now, consider these receptionsongs for parents dances, cake
cutting, and the last dance.
(10:42):
Probably the most anticipated musicalmoment of your wedding is the First Dance.
Typically the First Dancehappens immediately following the
introductions and there's so manygreat songs you could go with.
One of the top songs out there hasbeen "All of Me" by John Legend.
Another one is "Perfect" by Ed Sheeranand "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran.
(11:04):
Ed Sheeran rules the First Dance nowadays.
Chris Stapleton's "Joy of My Life", ifyou want something a little more country.
Kelsey Hart's "Life With You"and Taylor Swift's" Lover".
All good suggestions there, Sal.
Now it's time for the Parents Dances.
This is where an emotional connectionis made, and these songs can
(11:24):
be heartfelt tributes as well.
We're gonna start off withthe Father Daughter Dance.
Typically we do this either afterthe First Dance at the beginning
of the evening or after the meal,or sometimes after the speeches.
Regardless, these songs are gonna be verytouching that celebrate your relationship.
John Mayer's "Daughters" isobviously a great tune to pick.
(11:50):
Stevie Wonders, "Isn't She Lovely".
I would suggest theshort version, on that.
Tom Petty and theHeartbreakers, "Wildflowers".
There's also local contributors.
Ray Allaire has "A Song for my Daughter".
Mikki also has "A Song for my Daughter".
Michael Bolton's version of "Daddy'sLittle Girl", and one of my favorite,
(12:13):
the late great Luther Vandross,does "Dance With My Father".
Listen to the lyrics of that,because that may or may not be
appropriate for your situation.
I'm finding that couples lately havebeen trying to shorten these songs for
the Father Daughter Dance, and that'sokay, but I always say you should always
get the approval of your dad, becauseyou just don't realize sometimes how
(12:35):
important that moment is for them.
And if you shorten it, it couldactually be devastating to them.
So ask that if you really wants ashortner, he wants the full version.
So another very special dance, ofcourse, is the Mother Son Dance.
This is a special momentbetween the groom and his mom.
And, Some great songs.
(12:56):
This is a very common one isthe "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts.
We also have Molly Pasutti, whohas "The Man You've Become".
Bringing back Mikkiagain, "Song for My Son".
I'll Be There" by the Jackson 5.
"A Mother Like Mine" by Band Perry.
"You Raise Me Up", what agreat song, by Josh Groban.
These are very special moments.
(13:17):
Also, "Dance With My Baby" by Tony Becker.
And if you go back to our edition #43,on May, 2023, we actually interviewed her
and you get to hear more about that song.
Just as a reminder, you can alsojoin us on our YouTube channel.
Just search for the Stress-freeWedding Planning Podcast with Sal,
and Sam, subscribe and get it first.
(13:40):
Something exciting that's been happeningat weddings nowadays in the last few
seasons is what's called the Photo Dash.
Now the Photo Dash could takeplace in a couple different spots.
My favorite, part to do it in is.
Once you've had your intros, yourFirst Dance, go right into the Photo
Dash to create some energy and thenget the couple back to their seats.
(14:01):
And we could go into thespeeches at that point.
You could also do it towardsthe tail end of dinner.
Earlier, I think is better becauseall the plates look great on the
table and those are, you're goingto get pictures of those, so you
want everything to look good.
So my opinion, do it right afterthe First Dance, or if you're
having parent dances at the FirstDance, after the parent dances.
Now, songs that can be used.
One of the most common oneis ACDC's "Thunderstruck".
(14:25):
you can also do "Mission Impossible"to kind of make it funny.
J. Giles Band back in the eightieshad a song called "Freeze Frame",
which is perfect, " Paparazzi" byLady Gaga, "Marry You" by Bruno Mars.
How about "Hot, Hot, Hot" byBuster Poindexter, and who doesn't
love the Sweet "Ballroom Blitz".
And of course we have"Selfie" by the Chain Smokers.
(14:46):
Some great selections there that motivateeverybody up to do that Photo Dash.
The Cake Cutting is one of thoseplayful moments that happens usually
after the meal and that's wherethe couple get to feed each other.
Many, many couples nowadays are thinkingof nixing this particular event.
(15:07):
But, if you're going to do aCake Cutting Ceremony, you need
to choose a song in advance.
Some of those tracks we'd like torecommend is DNCE's "Cake by the Ocean".
Fits perfectly, doesn't it?
And Maroon 5's "Sugar".
One of my all time favorites isthe classic Four Tops "Sugar Pie
Honey Bunch, I Can't Help Myself".
(15:30):
Obviously, Harry Styles,"Watermelon Sugar" fits perfectly.
Keith Urban, "Sweet Thing" and TaylorSwift strikes again with "Sweet Nothing".
Now, Sam, you know, we talked aboutall this fun and energetic stuff
throughout the wedding, but wouldn'tyou want to end it on a high note too?
You have to consider goinginto that Last Dance.
(15:50):
And I always say, go with a finale, do acouple songs and let it be upbeat and fun.
Singalongs are great.
Like "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey.
"I Wanna Dance WithSomebody" by Whitney Houston.
Everyone loves ABBA.
"Dancing Queen".
And of course we have Dua Lipa, "Dancethe Night", Edward Sharp, "Home".
"All The Small Things" by Blink182 has been definitely a favorite
(16:12):
in the past couple of seasons.
And an awesome, awesomesing along is "Take Me Home,
Country Roads" by John Denver.
And because it just seemsfitting, Semisonics, "Closing
Time." And who doesn't love"The Killers", Mr. Brightside.
So there you have it.
We've just explained 10 of the musthave wedding songs you must choose now.
(16:36):
And we're suggesting thatyou pick these songs early.
Do not wait until the weeksbefore your wedding reception
to just select something.
Plan ahead.
Remember, there's loads of otherselections that we could have chosen,
but we want you to do your research andpick the songs that have meaning to you.
(16:56):
Ask a question or tell us about yourexperience in our Facebook community.
Now as you spend the next week planningyour wedding, if you want me, Sam,
or our community of stress free,engaged couples and wedding experts to
answer any wedding related questions,join us over in the Stress-free
Wedding Planning Facebook group.
Once you're in, go ahead and share yourconcerns and worries and we'll let you
(17:18):
know if you're on the right track or ifthere's something we need to work on.
The link to join us is in theshow notes of this edition, or
go to Facebook and search for theStress-free Wedding Planning Community.
A new edition is released every Wednesday.
Subscribe and get it first.
Remember to do something nice forsomeone today, and if you can't,
do something nice for yourself.
We'll catch you then.
(17:39):
Ciao.
Thank you for listening to this edition.
If you've enjoyed what you've justheard, leave a review and share it
with a friend or someone who wouldbenefit from this information.
Until next time, it's TTFN.
Ta ta for now.
The Stress-free Wedding PlanningPodcast is produced and copyrighted by
Atmosphere Productions in associationwith After Hours Events of New England.
Congratulations on your engagement.
Congratulations on starting weddingplanning too, but wait, what about
the songs and the music that you needto select for those special moments?
Now imagine walking down the aisle witha soundtrack that perfectly captures
your love story, sending chills downthe spine of your guests and creating
(00:24):
moments that will last a lifetime.
What if the right song couldturn that beautiful moment into
an unforgettable experience?
What are those special songsfor your wedding day that
need to be chosen right away?
Thanks for joining us.
Hi, I'm Sam from Atmosphere Productions.
(00:44):
We'll answer these questions andmuch more in today's edition of the
Stress-free Wedding Planning Podcast.
Welcome to another edition of our podcast.
Hi, I'm Sal from afterhours events in new England.
Listen now and discover 10 must havewedding songs you must choose now.
These are wedding insider secrets fora stress free fun and memorable day.
(01:06):
Our podcast helps engaged couplesnavigate wedding planning complexities
while addressing family expectations.
We'll guide you through the journeyof creating the perfect wedding
day without unnecessary stress.
By the end of this edition, you'llget concise tips on budgeting,
wedding party management, ceremony,reception planning, and more.
Perfect for anyone planning awedding, all in 30 minutes or less.
(01:30):
Trust us, you don't want to miss this.
Welcome to Stress-free WeddingPlanning, the podcast that will
transform your wedding planningjourney from chaotic to enchanting.
Sal and Sam bring over 80 years ofcombined wedding expertise and exclusive
insider information to the table.
If you're recently engaged, feelingthe pressure of wedding planning,
Struggling with family expectations, butstill dreaming of a joy filled wedding.
(01:53):
You've come to the right place.
Get ready to unveil the best kept weddingsecrets, discover practical tips and
strategies, and learn life changinglessons for a stress free wedding.
Your unforgettable wedding day awaits.
We're here to take you on a transformativejourney of love, laughter, and memories.
So don't miss out on the podcastthat just might change your life.
(02:14):
This is the Stress-free WeddingPlanning podcast with Sal and Sam.
On today's podcast, Sal and Iwill explain 10 must have wedding
songs you must choose now!
Music is the heartbeat of your weddingcelebration, transforming memories
into moments and moments into memories.
(02:36):
However, there is a specific musiclist that you need to select, and you
need to do that sooner then later.
Hi, I'm Sam from the awardwinning Atmosphere Productions.
Wedding Entertainment with expertknowledge and the difference in quality.
Visit us at atmospherehyphen productions dot com.
(02:58):
Learn more about our experienceand the journey to help you with
Stress-free Wedding Planning in thetrailer or pilot of this podcast
So are you struggling to choose betweenclassic romance and modern selections?
Or are you wondering how tocreate a musical journey that
reflects your unique relationship.
Before the end of this edition, you'lllearn exactly what songs you'll need
(03:20):
to choose and set you off on a stressfree journey to wedding planning.
Hi, I'm Sal from After Hours Events NewEngland, the experts in creating a stress
free, unforgettable wedding experience.
We bring energy, professionalism,and a passion to making every
couple's big day truly special.
Visit us at After HoursEvents of N.E dot com.
(03:42):
On today's edition, let's helpyou celebrate your engagement with
these 10 must have wedding songs.
Now, right from the start,let's just say this.
We do not have the copyrightto play these song.
So we are not going to play anysongs during this particular edition.
Please use this information andyou can Google it or go to YouTube
and listen to these specific songs.
(04:04):
From the first step down the aisleto the last dance of the night, we'll
help you create a musical experiencethat will not only celebrate your love.
But keep the dance floor packedand we love packed dance floors and
your guests will be talking aboutyour wedding for years to come.
Let's firstly discuss the ceremonyand the wedding party processional.
(04:26):
What is that?
That is at the very beginningof the ceremony, your guests are
all seated and they're waitingfor you to come down the aisle.
So, what is played?
Firstly, the officiant and the groomare usually the first people that come
down, which are closely followed bythe groomsmen, and then the bridesmaids
(04:50):
or what other people that membersof the wedding party that you have.
What songs can you, choose?
Well, traditionally, you can startwith Wagner's "Bridal Chorus" or
Mendelssohn's "Wedding March".
More modern selections.
One of my favorites, obviously, is U2.
Being an Irish group, this is a great songto come down the aisle on this "Beautiful
(05:11):
Day", Lumineer's "Ho Hey", and theAmerican author's "Best Day of My Life".
There are obviously loads more,but those will get you started.
Sam.
Those are some great selections.
Just want to remind you that'sfor when the wedding party's
coming down and parents.
Now we're going to talk about if thebride is coming down or the couple's
coming down for the ceremony processional.
(05:32):
Your walk down the aisleis deeply personal.
Consider these.
Clair de Lune by Claude Debussy.
Canon in D by Pachelbel.
Another pro tip here, we alwayslike to throw them out there.
There's groups called the Piano Guys andalso Vitamin String Quartet who took songs
and created orchestral versions of them.
Absolutely awesome.
You'll love them.
(05:53):
Modern Selections are like "AThousand Years" by Christina
Perri, which is a timeless song.
Uh, "Here Comes the Sun" by The Beatles.
I absolutely love this song.
It's just, it's such a great mood.
I'll take a listen to it.
I think you'll love it.
"Somewhere Over the Rainbow"by IZ, him and his ukulele.
This is a great for abeach style wedding too.
Yes, I'm glad you didn't, pronounceIsrael Kamakhalalaholi's, full name.
(06:17):
Now, just as a reminder, youcould also join us on YouTube.
Just search for the Stress-free WeddingPlanning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
Subscribe and get it first.
So now the ceremony is overand we do the recessional.
That's what the recessional means.
It's the end of the ceremony music andthe music that the couple walk out to,
(06:40):
followed by parents and wedding party.
So what songs do we choose for that?
Traditionally, you can go withMendelssohn's "Wedding March." That's
from "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
Also popular is Handel's "Hornpipe"from the "Water Music Suite", and
something from Beethoven, "Ode to Joy",which is used as the Olympic's Theme.
(07:00):
More modern choices would be BrunoMars "Marry You", or if you want to
get real funky, you can do JustinTimberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling".
Something that's a little differentis The Proclaimers "500 Miles".
That'll really get the juicesgoing for the recessional and
the wedding party walking out.
Personally, I'm a big fan withusing something with some energy
(07:22):
right at the end of the recessional.
Something starts right at the chorusand creates energy for your guests.
They're standing up, they're cheeringyou as you walk up the aisle.
So just my two centswhen it comes to that.
So the next thing we have to worryabout, this is going to happen.
After the cocktail hour has happened,if you're going to do one, and that's
The Grand Entrance, this is when youand your wedding party, and maybe even
(07:44):
parents and grandparents are introducedinto the room for the first time,
and you can use things like, " Let'sGet It Started" by Black Eyed Peas,
which is an awesome song to get someenergy going, Beyonce is "Love on Top".
Queen, "Crazy Little Thing Called Love".
Another favorite.
"You Make My Dreams ComeTrue" by Hall and Oates.
And of course you have "Best Dayof My Life" by American Authors
(08:06):
and a fan favorite with manypeople is Pharrell's "Happy".
We've just explained the GrandEntrance, the Bride, or the Couple's
Ceremonial Processional, and theCeremony Wedding Party Processional.
Coming up next, the FirstDance, your love's anthem.
The Parent Dances and The Last Dance.
But first, if you have a questionor concern, go now to Facebook and
(08:29):
join us on the Stress-free WeddingPlanning Community and ask away.
You can also join uson our YouTube channel.
Just search for Stress-free WeddingPlanning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
Subscribe and get it first.
This is the Stress-free WeddingPlanning Podcast with Sal and Sam.
It's time for Wedding Tip Wednesday.
But first, remember, neverlaugh at your spouse's choices.
(08:53):
You're one of them!
On today's iWeding Tip Wednesday.
We talk about exploringmarriage license requirements.
Every state has different requirements,so keep in mind you should call the
town hall in your town and find outwhat the rules and regulations are.
Do you have to call ahead of time to setup an appointment to go get your license?
Or do you have to go to a specific town?
(09:15):
Like in Connecticut, you have to goin the town of what you're getting
married, where in Massachusetts,you can buy it from any town and get
married in any town in Massachusetts.
As simple as that.
And that's another WeddingTip from Sal and Sam.
Experience the magic of your specialday with Fitzner Productions, a
premier wedding videography companybased in Middletown, Connecticut.
(09:37):
Fitzner Productions dot com.
Our mission is to capture your lovestory, candidly and authentically,
creating stunning, high quality videosthat you can cherish for years to come.
Our founder, Carson Fitzner,combines technical expertise with
a passion of storytelling, Ensuringevery moment from the excitement
of getting ready to the heartfeltceremony is beautifully documented.
(09:59):
We offer a range of customizable packages,including drone footage and multi location
shoots tailored to fit your unique vision.
Let us help you relive the romance,laughter, and tears of your wedding day.
Visit fitzner productions dot com.
That's F I T Z N E R productions dot com.
Welcome back to our discussionabout celebrating your engagement
(10:20):
with 10 must have wedding songs.
Hi, I'm Sal from AfterHours Events of New England.
And I'm Sam from Atmosphere Productions.
We've already discussed thecouple's ceremony processional,
ceremony wedding party processional,and your grand entrance song.
Now, consider these receptionsongs for parents dances, cake
cutting, and the last dance.
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Probably the most anticipated musicalmoment of your wedding is the First Dance.
Typically the First Dancehappens immediately following the
introductions and there's so manygreat songs you could go with.
One of the top songs out there hasbeen "All of Me" by John Legend.
Another one is "Perfect" by Ed Sheeranand "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran.
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Ed Sheeran rules the First Dance nowadays.
Chris Stapleton's "Joy of My Life", ifyou want something a little more country.
Kelsey Hart's "Life With You"and Taylor Swift's" Lover".
All good suggestions there, Sal.
Now it's time for the Parents Dances.
This is where an emotional connectionis made, and these songs can
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be heartfelt tributes as well.
We're gonna start off withthe Father Daughter Dance.
Typically we do this either afterthe First Dance at the beginning
of the evening or after the meal,or sometimes after the speeches.
Regardless, these songs are gonna be verytouching that celebrate your relationship.
John Mayer's "Daughters" isobviously a great tune to pick.
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Stevie Wonders, "Isn't She Lovely".
I would suggest theshort version, on that.
Tom Petty and theHeartbreakers, "Wildflowers".
There's also local contributors.
Ray Allaire has "A Song for my Daughter".
Mikki also has "A Song for my Daughter".
Michael Bolton's version of "Daddy'sLittle Girl", and one of my favorite,
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the late great Luther Vandross,does "Dance With My Father".
Listen to the lyrics of that,because that may or may not be
appropriate for your situation.
I'm finding that couples lately havebeen trying to shorten these songs for
the Father Daughter Dance, and that'sokay, but I always say you should always
get the approval of your dad, becauseyou just don't realize sometimes how
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important that moment is for them.
And if you shorten it, it couldactually be devastating to them.
So ask that if you really wants ashortner, he wants the full version.
So another very special dance, ofcourse, is the Mother Son Dance.
This is a special momentbetween the groom and his mom.
And, Some great songs.
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This is a very common one isthe "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts.
We also have Molly Pasutti, whohas "The Man You've Become".
Bringing back Mikkiagain, "Song for My Son".
I'll Be There" by the Jackson 5.
"A Mother Like Mine" by Band Perry.
"You Raise Me Up", what agreat song, by Josh Groban.
These are very special moments.
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Also, "Dance With My Baby" by Tony Becker.
And if you go back to our edition #43,on May, 2023, we actually interviewed her
and you get to hear more about that song.
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Just search for the Stress-freeWedding Planning Podcast with Sal,
and Sam, subscribe and get it first.
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Something exciting that's been happeningat weddings nowadays in the last few
seasons is what's called the Photo Dash.
Now the Photo Dash could takeplace in a couple different spots.
My favorite, part to do it in is.
Once you've had your intros, yourFirst Dance, go right into the Photo
Dash to create some energy and thenget the couple back to their seats.
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And we could go into thespeeches at that point.
You could also do it towardsthe tail end of dinner.
Earlier, I think is better becauseall the plates look great on the
table and those are, you're goingto get pictures of those, so you
want everything to look good.
So my opinion, do it right afterthe First Dance, or if you're
having parent dances at the FirstDance, after the parent dances.
Now, songs that can be used.
One of the most common oneis ACDC's "Thunderstruck".
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you can also do "Mission Impossible"to kind of make it funny.
J. Giles Band back in the eightieshad a song called "Freeze Frame",
which is perfect, " Paparazzi" byLady Gaga, "Marry You" by Bruno Mars.
How about "Hot, Hot, Hot" byBuster Poindexter, and who doesn't
love the Sweet "Ballroom Blitz".
And of course we have"Selfie" by the Chain Smokers.
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Some great selections there that motivateeverybody up to do that Photo Dash.
The Cake Cutting is one of thoseplayful moments that happens usually
after the meal and that's wherethe couple get to feed each other.
Many, many couples nowadays are thinkingof nixing this particular event.
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But, if you're going to do aCake Cutting Ceremony, you need
to choose a song in advance.
Some of those tracks we'd like torecommend is DNCE's "Cake by the Ocean".
Fits perfectly, doesn't it?
And Maroon 5's "Sugar".
One of my all time favorites isthe classic Four Tops "Sugar Pie
Honey Bunch, I Can't Help Myself".
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Obviously, Harry Styles,"Watermelon Sugar" fits perfectly.
Keith Urban, "Sweet Thing" and TaylorSwift strikes again with "Sweet Nothing".
Now, Sam, you know, we talked aboutall this fun and energetic stuff
throughout the wedding, but wouldn'tyou want to end it on a high note too?
You have to consider goinginto that Last Dance.
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And I always say, go with a finale, do acouple songs and let it be upbeat and fun.
Singalongs are great.
Like "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey.
"I Wanna Dance WithSomebody" by Whitney Houston.
Everyone loves ABBA.
"Dancing Queen".
And of course we have Dua Lipa, "Dancethe Night", Edward Sharp, "Home".
"All The Small Things" by Blink182 has been definitely a favorite
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in the past couple of seasons.
And an awesome, awesomesing along is "Take Me Home,
Country Roads" by John Denver.
And because it just seemsfitting, Semisonics, "Closing
Time." And who doesn't love"The Killers", Mr. Brightside.
So there you have it.
We've just explained 10 of the musthave wedding songs you must choose now.
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And we're suggesting thatyou pick these songs early.
Do not wait until the weeksbefore your wedding reception
to just select something.
Plan ahead.
Remember, there's loads of otherselections that we could have chosen,
but we want you to do your research andpick the songs that have meaning to you.
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