PRELUDE:   Three or four songs which begin approximately
15 minutes prior to ceremony. Songs should be 3-4 minutes each.

MOTHER'S ENTRANCE:  Choose a song that is long enough to allow both the mothers to enter, light the unity candle and then be escorted to their seats. 3-4 minutes should do.
*Occasionally the bride will choose to also have the grandmothers   escorted during this song.

PROCESSIONAL:  This song will be for the bride's and the groom's attendants to enter. Again, you will need to choose a piece that is long enough for all the attendants to be escorted to their places. Allow approximately 45 seconds of music per attendant.   (EX.: 4 attendants and flowergirl - you will need a song 3 1/2 - 4 minutes in length.) Add an additional 45 seconds if the aisle cloth is to be rolled out now.

BRIDE'S ENTRANCE:  Always wait until the music begins     before you actually make your appearance in the door. Once you are in the door, pause and count to 4 before walking down the aisle. This allows all of the congregation to stand before you begin your processional. Song should be about 1 minute.

READINGS:  A religious or scripture-based piece is most appropriate since this may be read before, between or after a reading from the Bible.

OFFETORY & COMMUNION:  Due to the sacredness of this moment, choose a religious piece here. If communion is offered to the entire congregation, you will need to choose a song that is long enough to allow everyone to be served. If you have a very large congregation, you may need to choose two songs. Plan for 5 minutes of music per 75 people.

ROSE PRESENTATION:  The bride and groom may present roses to their mothers as well as to "Mary". You will need to choose something traditional or appropriate to the occassion.

RECESSIONAL:  Choose something upbeat and fun for you and your bridal party to exit to.

 

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