All About Wedding Reception Songs
June 27, 2009
Wedding receptions can be an incredible amount of fun for everyone involved. The food, talking with people you haven’t seen in ages, and dancing the night away. Music is the one thing that can make or break a wedding reception. In fact, wedding reception songs have become one of the things that people are going to talk about for a long time.
The wedding reception songs that are played, at key moments during the reception, can be remembered for either adding an impact or killing the moment. Music can bring back feelings, memories, and even sensations every time you hear it. Wedding reception songs, then should be picked carefully and played at special times. There are several key moments to play wedding reception songs.
Bridal Party Songs
Every entrance needs a theme. The bridal party is no exception. That doesn’t mean that there is just one song that should play for everyone. The songs should be upbeat and grand at the same time. Ushers and other party members have their own music. Parents and grandparents receive their own entrance theme. Bride and groom should have their own statement making song.
First Dance Song
The first dance is usually something that begins with the bride and groom only. This is the first dance they will have as a married couple and the brevity of this song can not be misunderstood. The memories created with this song is very important. A strong ballad, or instrumental, is a top pick for this type of song.
Father Daughter Dance Song
Wedding reception songs hold special meaning and including songs for a father and daughter to dance will be a powerful moment. The dance between the father of the bride and the bride herself is a heavy moment, but can also be made light with a silly song or something more upbeat.
Specialty Moments Song
There are moments in the wedding reception where the songs are to be fun. The garter tossing and bouquet tossing moments are meant to be fun and involve everyone. An upbeat, fun, and even silly song is a great choice. Hip-hop or dance type songs are a favorite for this type of wedding reception specialty moment.
Planning an Outdoor Wedding Reception
June 21, 2009
Outdoor weddings can be beautiful, memorable moments for both the wedding party and the families involved. Outdoor wedding receptions can also bring treasured memories that will be talked about for years to come. To pull off a great outdoor wedding reception, planning must take a priority and several key parts taking center stage.
Shade And Shelter
The most important part of your outdoor wedding reception, doesn’t start with food, chairs, tables, music, flowers, or anything else that you would want to put a lot of time into. The most important thing to make sure you have on hand is some sort of shelter or shade. Sun and rain can both ruin your outdoor wedding reception. Too much sun and it’s too hot and the food can spoil. Rain will instantly stop any outdoor festivities. Outdoor party tents are great for this and can be found at most rental stores for a reasonable cost.
Catering And Servers
Once you know that everything will be protected from the elements, then you can think of food. Caterers are busy all year round and waiting until the last minute can severely dampen your outdoor wedding reception.
Tables And Chairs
You have the shelter, and you know food will be there… now it’s time to find tables and chairs to sit at. Round tables make the best reception tables as it allows everyone at the table to talk. Plastic folding chairs - with padding - is the best choice. Weddings are for the entire family and elderly family members will need a comfortable place to enjoy it.
Band And Emcee
If not a band, then a DJ. However, entertainment of some kind should be next on your list. Make sure they know it is outside so they can make arrangements for the sound and protection of their equipment. An emcee is also important. Someone with a great voice and enthusiasm should be contacted.
Cake
No wedding reception is complete without the wedding cake. Outdoor wedding receptions, however, do require cake designers and bakers to take extra precautions. They should know you are planning an outdoor reception.
And outdoor wedding reception can be a lovey time for everyone involved. Great planning will help with the overall experience. Take time in the planning and make sure the above points are covered first.