Wedding Music Guide

We find a lot of people forget about the music at their wedding, and try to arrange something last minute not realising the difficulties this can cause.

By booking your live musician or band early you will have a better chance of getting the artist you want, and it also gives them time to learn your special song.

So, where does live music fit into your wedding day? We take a lot of bookings for singers for the evening reception, but we regularly cater for the ceremony and breakfast too.

Whether you want your favourite song sang live while you walk down the aisle, or a string quartet to entertain your guests as you sip champagne, the possibilities are endless. And most importantly, you decide what you want and when.

Take a look at our guide to a typical wedding day, and we’ve thrown some song suggestions in their too for inspiration.

Prelude

This is the welcome music as your guests arrive at the venue. It tends to be a compilation of your favourite relaxed songs.

Processional

The formal entrance of the bridal party which traditionally is the wedding march, but can be any song of your choice.

Traditional Example - The Wedding March by Mendelssohn

Contemporary Example - Stay With Me by Sam Smith

Alternative Example - She by Elvis Costello

Registrar Signing

A gap of 10 minutes when the bride & groom sign the register, and a chance to play some of your favourite songs.

Traditional Example - Kissing You by Des'ree

Contemporary Example - One and Only by Adele

Alternative Example - I Will by The Beatles

Recessional

This is the formal exit of the Bride & Groom as they leave the church. Again, this can be any song you like.

Traditional Example - It Had To Be You by Harry Connick Jr.

Contemporary Example - Make You Feel My Love by Adele

Alternative Example - You And Me Song by The Wannadies

Postlude

After the Bride & Groom has left the ceremony officially as man and wife, music is played or performed whilst the guests leave.

Traditional Example - All You Need Is Love by The Beatles

Contemporary Example - Halo by Beyonce

Alternative Example - Ain't Nobody by Chaka Khan

abbi wright

11:56 15 Jun 19

Would definitely recomend Need music. We had aimee sing for my wedding in May, she was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Thank you

Sarah-Jane Alberici

12:07 14 Jun 19

Can't recommend Need Music highly enough. We booked Aimee Lambert through Need Music to sing at our wedding and she was incredible. Also, Bruce was a pleasure to deal with, friendly, helpful and responded quickly to any queries we had.

Eva Miller

22:24 13 Jun 19

Very happy with the DJ provided by Need Music for a family party to celebrate my husband and my 60th plus my nephew’s 30th birthday. From the first contact with Bruce everything has been outstanding and professional. Bruce answered all questions and was extremely helpful. Chris our DJ was amazing and had everyone dancing all night. So many guests informed us how much they loved the music. I would not hesitate to recommend Need Music outstanding in every way.

Victoria Dunn

10:15 30 Apr 19

I'd just like to say a MASSIVE thank you to Need Music who made our Rum Tasting Event complete with the sounds of Holly's Steel Pan Band. It went down a treat and what a great bunch of girls! We would love to have them perform here again, we all had a great time!

Nik Templeton

08:36 25 Mar 19

Good communication, good price. They delivered and set up the equipment, we brought it back to them the next day.

Domingo Saavedra

10:57 21 Mar 19

Good Morning. I am very happy with the service provided by the company. The treatment of Bruce, has been wonderful since the first contact via email. 100% recommended If I go back to the city, it will be my first choice without any doubt. Thank you

Damian Cleghorn

15:49 26 Jul 18

Kieran and Patrick recently performed at my parents' 50th wedding anniversary party. They were a big hit as they got the tone just right meaning that they were perfect for the occasion. I would have no problems using them again (and Need Music in general) for music at events.

Dannii Gibson

17:25 31 May 18

I used Need Music to find an acoustic singer for my engagement party and I have to say they are brilliant. They were so helpful, excellent service & such a fantastic variety of talented singers/musicians so much so that I found it really hard to choose. In the end we chose Harry Smethurst and he was amazing, everyone commented on how fantastic he was & asked how we booked him etc. Will defo be recommending Need Music & Harry, thanks for such a brilliant night!

Ben Jones

13:03 20 Dec 17

Used Need Music a variety of times over the past year and has provided excellent service and acts. Bruce is friendly, organised and even committed to attending the first few sessions to make sure everything went right. Fast response and has helped me out over a busy festive period when most other agencies couldn’t provide an act. I’ve used acoustic performers and saxophonists, all of which have been professional and the quality of music has been great. Would highly recommend for any business looking to put on some live music or music entertainment in the North East!

Beth Rowland

10:20 23 Nov 17

Amazing DJ service for our Engagement party would highly recommend Bruce and the DJ we had for any event. The DJ had everyone up and dancing and only played music we asked for. The booking process through Need Music was seamless and very easy. Bruce was always there to answer any questions and did so quickly and efficiently.

Holly Rees

12:01 04 Jul 17

Had to hire a PA system last minute for a gig and Need Music were fantastic. Great system, simple to set up and they were really helpful and easy to work with, will definitely be hiring PA from them again. Thanks so much!

Peter Hulett

09:47 15 Apr 17

Need music organised my mothers 70th birthday party from first meeting Bruce I could see I was in safe hands. Providing a dj and live music I also ask if the musician could learn a specific song which ment a great deal to my mother which was no problem what so ever. My mother and her guests had a fantastic time. I've no doubt that it was down to the professional approach brue and his acts bring Was definitely a day to remember for all, would recommend need music to anyone after a truly memorable occasion. Thanks Need music

mgt420

08:14 15 Apr 17

Bruce is doing great things with the company. Coming from a musician background himself he understands the exposure that a lot of acts sometime need and he now has years of experience of providing this through NEED Music. Top bloke.

Jonathan Thorns

12:31 14 Apr 17

Need Music is a fantastic events company which allows young musicians the opportunity to play live music in different locations across The North East. I have already been given several opportunities for different gigs across Newcastle. Having no prior gigging experience, it has allowed me to play in live in different pubs and bars in Newcastle which I have found to be great fun. The other musicians who I have been lucky enough to watch are of very high standard and there are a range of performers, who are all suitable to different locations , such as restaurants, pubs and bars. Would highly recommend the company to young musicians who want an opportunity to play music live and also to bars and pubs who want some live music in their venue!

Need Music

Call 07808660433 For The Best Live Event Entertainment

Dave Red // Guitar Vocalist

Aimee Lambert // Guitar & Piano Vocalist

Rob // North Tyneside Mobile DJ

Steve Bone // Saxophonist

Pre-Amps // Rock & Roll Cover Band

Stephen Wilson // Guitar Vocalist

The Ana Muñoz Duo // Acoustic Duo

Stephen Mordue // Guitar Vocalist

Kirsty Forster // Duo & Function Band

Simma // Guitar Vocalist

Picking Music For Your Wedding

We find a lot of people forget about the music at their wedding, and try to arrange something last minute not realising the difficulties this can cause.

By booking your live musician or band early you will have a better chance of getting the artist you want, and it also gives them time to learn your special song.

So, where does live music fit into your wedding day? We take a lot of bookings for singers for the evening reception, but we regularly cater for the ceremony and breakfast too.

Whether you want your favourite song sang live while you walk down the aisle, or a string quartet to entertain your guests as you sip champagne, the possibilities are endless. And most importantly, you decide what you want and when.

Take a look at our guide to a typical wedding day, and we’ve thrown some song suggestions in their too for inspiration.

The Ceremony

Prelude

Processional

Registrar Signing

Recessional

Postlude

Picking Music For Your Wedding

Champagne & Canapes

Wedding Breakfast

Reception

First Dance

Party