Music
Music for the ceremony will be provided by Anthem, a talented string quartet based out of Reston, VA. They have received numerous positive reviews and offer a broad catalog of musical genres to choose from. Elena and Aidan are excited to collaborate with them on the perfect soundtrack for their wedding day.
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Prelude
“Sugar, We’re Goin’ Down”
by Fall Out Boy
“Because,” Elena says, “middle school never dies.”
"Your Song"
by Elton John
This is a classic love song that's sure to please the whole crowd.
"Livin' on a Prayer"
by Bon Jovi
This one is a running joke within Aidan’s family, so they just had to include it to get a few chuckles from the crowd.
"Enchanted"
by Taylor Swift
Aidan is a huge Swiftie and he’s unashamed to tell the world.
Processional & Recessional
“Liz on Top of the World”
from Pride and Prejudice
This will play while the parents, groom, and two attendants walk down the aisle.
The song selection is inspired by Elena's love of literature.
"Storybook Love"
from The Princess Bride
The bride will walk down the aisle to the love theme from the couple's shared favorite movie.
“This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)”
by Natalie Cole
The newlyweds and their attendants will recess from the ceremony to this joyful arrangement.
Postlude
The remaining guests will recess to this collection of beloved and thematically appropriate songs.
“Married Life”
from Up
"New Year's Day"
by Taylor Swift
“Marry You”
by Bruno Mars
Reception Music
Due to the intimate nature of the reception venue, there is not a significant space for a dance floor. For this reason and as an additional cost-saving measure, Aidan and Elena have opted to provide their own music playlist for the festivities, rather than hire a band or a DJ. The couple plans to utilize the existing sound system and microphone set-up provided within their rental contract with the venue.
After enjoying some more subtle film soundtracks during dinner, guests can expect a fun mix of early 2000s pop-punk (Elena), Top 40 pop (Aidan), and classic rock (basically everyone, right?) to keep the festive spirit alive during drinks and cake.