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| Ceremony Section |
Description |
Suggested Repertoire |
| The Prelude |
The Prelude is the music played 20 to 30 minutes before your ceremony. Your music selections will set the mood for your wedding, whether it be religious, elegant, ethnic, or romantic. If your wedding is in a church, your music should be appropriate to permit guests to pray, reflect or have light conversation. Check with your officiant to see if your choices of music are acceptable. |
Air: Bach, J.S. Arioso: Bach, J.S. Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring: Bach, J.S. Largo from Xerxes:: Handel Water Music Suite: Handel London Trios: Haydn Nocturne: Mendelssohn Canon: Pachelbel Affetuoso: Tartini Andante from London Trio: Haydn |
| The Processional |
The ceremony begins with the entrance of the bridal party. Normally the ushers lead the procession, followed by the bridesmaids, maid/matron of honor, the ring bearer, and then the flower girl. Since the bride's entrance is the most important part of the processional, there should be a noticeable increase in volume, or separate song choice when it's time for her to enter. |
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring: Bach, J.S Air: Bach, J.S Canon: Pachelbel Trumpet Voluntary: Clarke, J. Rondeau (Masterpiece Theatre Theme): Mouret, J.J. Trumpet Tune: Purcell, H. Bridal Chorus: Wagner |
| The Recessional |
It's the end of the ceremony. The bride and groom kiss and are announced as man and wife. They exit together, arm-in-arm, and are followed by the flower girl and ring bearer, the maid/matron of honor and best man, then the ushers and bridesmaids. This music should be upbeat and majestic. |
Trumpet Voluntary: Clarke, J. Rondeau (Masterpiece Theatre Theme): Mouret, J.J. Trumpet Tune: Purcell, H. Wedding March: Mendelssohn |
| The Postlude |
The Postlude music begins after the Recessional and should be played until all guests have gone through the receiving line. This music should be joyful and triumphant. |
London Trios: Haydn Presto from String Quartet in F Major: Haydn Ode to Joy: |
Generally, it is unnecessary for the Trio to attend the rehearsal. However, if necessary, the Trio will attend
the rehearsal for an additional fee.
On the day of the ceremony, it is beneficial to designate someone to give the signal to the trio when the
bridal party is ready for the Processional. This will signal the Trio to finish the Prelude selection and begin
the chosen Processional pieces. Please have your designated person introduce himself prior to the start of the
ceremony.
Yes, the Ambiance Trio will perform for an outdoor wedding, as weather permits. Due to the nature of
woodwind instruments, the Trio requires that outdoor ceremonies provide adequate protection from
temperature extremes and precipitation,. If you are planning an outdoor ceremony, please note that fact in
your contact information.
Yes, the Ambiance Trio will accompany another performer as part of the ceremony. Generally, the trio
would discuss the arrangements, via email or telephone, prior to the ceremony date, and rehearse with the
performer prior to the ceremony. If additional rehearsal time is needed, an additional fee will apply. If you
are considering this option for your ceremony, please note this in your contact information.
Yes, the Ambiance Trio will perform works not listed on our Repertoire list, as well as special requests.
Many standard works not listed on our Repertoire list are readily available at no additional charge. If you
desire a particular work for your ceremony, please note this fact in your contact information and the Trio will
work with you to design personalized music for your ceremony.