How to choose the perfect song for your walk down the aisle
If music is an expression of the soul, then there’s no occasion more fitting than your wedding day to play the songs that are closest to your heart. The most important moment of your special day – the moment you say “I do” – provides the perfect opportunity to share a ballad that tells the tale of your love.
You want your walk down the aisle to be a moment like no other – one that you’ll remember for a lifetime. To make it all that you’ve always dreamed of, here’s how to choose the perfect wedding ceremony song.
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Reminisce your special moments
Whilst you’ll probably have your family and friends present for your wedding ceremony, it’s crucial to remember that this moment is about you and your partner only. So, you’ll want to work together to choose a song that means something to the both of you as a couple.
This could be a song that reminds you both of the moment you first met, or one that you enjoy listening to together at home. Go through your relationship timeline to ensure you don’t miss any potential options – you’ll want to think about every birthday and holiday as well as other special occasions. You might also want to conduct some research on the most popular wedding ceremony songs for inspiration.
Above all else, it’s important that you choose a song that helps the two of you to feel connected. Whilst all eyes will be on you as you make your aisle entrance, this moment is a sentimental one that you’ll share together.
Create a romantic atmosphere
Most couples want the atmosphere of their wedding ceremony to feel romantic. You don’t necessarily have to opt for a soft, slow ballad to achieve this, however, there are some genres that lend themselves to a sentimental atmosphere more than others.
Classical, R&B and soul are popular genres for wedding ceremonies. Consider having a live musician perform as you walk down the aisle to make the moment even more magical. A live harpist or pianist will add an extra air of elegance – plus, they should be able to adapt any genre of song to suit your needs if you ask ahead of time.
Make it something you love
The song you choose should be something that you both enjoy. Special memories shared with your fiancé will help you to figure out the right song for you, as will thinking about the atmosphere that you want to create. However, you should make sure that the desire to impress your guests doesn’t override your personal musical preferences.
Choose a song not only that you love, but one that also helps you to feel happy and confident. Thinking about your walk down the aisle can be anxiety-inducing no matter how prepared you are, so be sure to choose a song guaranteed to give you a spring in your step and help you to feel your best.