Classical Musicians for Weddings

If you are lost for where to begin with hiring wedding music, our fabulous account managers are well experienced in booking the perfect wedding entertainment for your big day. Here are some great tips to help you get started…

The Top 5 Classical Accompaniments for Weddings
Classical music is perfect for weddings, with touching melodies and sentimental charm they will be appreciated by everyone. We have compiled a list of some of the timeless classics that always suit a wedding ceremony.

1. ‘Canon in D’ by Pachelbel – featured in the rom-com hit ‘The Proposal’, amongst many other romantic, comedic and action films.
2. ‘Air on the G String’ by Johann Sebastian Bach – featured in ‘James Bond: The Spy Who Loved Me’.
3. ‘Ave Maria’ by Johann Sebastian Bach – featured in the renowned film ‘The Godfather’.
4. ‘Four Seasons: Winter’ by Vivaldi – featured in critically acclaimed Korean film ‘Oldboy’.
5. ‘Ave Verum Corpus’ by Mozart – featured in Ewan McGregor action film ‘The Island’.

Can’t match the name to the music? Head on over to the link below where Classic FM has named 100 classical masterpieces and you can give them a listen to refresh your memory. If you fancy something else this comprehensive list is sure to offer up some inspiration – listen to Classic FM Top 100 tunes .

These pieces are perfect for a traditional wedding; if you hire a classical musician you are sure to hear some beautiful symphonies to compliment your wedding day.

A Classical Musician’s Role at a Wedding
Hiring a classical musician is a great decision when it comes to the overall wedding day. The versatility of a classical piece means that you can book a classical musician for multiple parts of the day. From the processional to the drinks reception, a classical musician will prove to be a prominent performer when necessary but also able to provide the perfect background music during the more social times of the day. For example a classical musician would be a great fit during the arrival of the guests, where they can play some light music as everyone comes in. This is called prelude music and is a great use of a classical musician, such as a string quartet or harpist, to provide some atmosphere while people arrive.

Alongside the arrival of the guests there are other stages of the day where a classical musician can add some ambience, such as the signing of register and following that, the exit of the married couple and guests. The presence of a classical musician can add some levity and romance to the more formal aspects of the wedding. Your wedding can only benefit from hiring a classical musician.

The Top 5 Classical Musicians for a Wedding
After making the decision to hire a classical musician you then have to choose which kind. We have a number of classical musicians, each unique in their own right, you just have to decide which one is right for your wedding. To offer you some guidance we have created a list of the top 5 most popular classical musicians for weddings.

1. String Quartet / Violinist
2. Harpist
3. Piano
4. Classical acoustic guitar
5. Soprano Vocalists

Of course preference is key when it comes to booking your classical musician; it all depends on the style of the ceremony and what you think will suit the occasion.

More Wedding Entertainment Ideas
We have excellent wedding party entertainment to really make it a day to remember: unusual wedding food & drink stands, professional wedding DJs, lively music bands, wedding dancers and very amusing mix & mingle entertainment. For our complete list of performers for hire, check out our extensive and fun entertainment roster.

As one of the UK’s top wedding entertainment agencies you know you are in good hands. Our outgoing, knowledgeable account managers can offer you unique and creative ideas. We have some of the best wedding entertainment available to hire and you can always rely on us to find you the best deals. Contact us today to discuss classical musician entertainment that you can hire to make your wedding an extraordinary event.