Music Styles
Let the music you play be a reflection of you and your groom.
There is no law stating only the tried and true will do when it comes to reception music. Oftentimes a variety of music styles, fast and slow works best. Here is a guide to some of the more popular types of music.
Latin-Salsa and Merengue are the hottest dance sounds out there now and not just for the Spanish speaking population. This music puts passion and fire into wedding day romance. The spicy rhythms will rouse your crowd for a remarkable party. Ricky Martin, Enrique Iglesias, Tito Nieves, La Makina and Juan Luis Guerra are popular artists.
R&B (Rhythm and Blues)-From Motown faves to contemporary cool, r&b sounds get the group grooving. With current artists like Barry White, Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston and Lauryn Hill to classics from The Temptations, Aretha Franklin and Marvin Gaye, this genre is always in style.
Swing-No one can sit still to the upbeat, heart-starting melodies of Swing which is why its back in style. Jump and jive to Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies. Let your guests in on the plan early… they might need a lesson or two. Bet your grandparents, though, already know how to jitterbug.
Ballroom-Show off the benefits of those pre-wedding dance lessons with a waltz, tango, foxtrot, rumba kind of party. Explore your inner Fred and Ginger if you want a reception with a grand style. This theme makes it a top hat and high heels soiree.
Adventurous couples take the party further past tradition with county, disco, hip-hop or world beat themes. Anything goes when the goal is a good time for all.
WEDDING MUSIC DECISIONS
- Ceremony Prelude
- Bridal March
- Recessional Song
- Reception Entrance
- First Dance
- Bride-Father Dance
- Mother-Son Dance
- Cake Cutting
- Bouquet Toss
- Garter Ceremony