Music for Weddings 

Wedding Ceremonies     Rehearsal Dinners     Cocktail Hours     Receptions

Music plays an important role in all parts of the wedding experience

Judy and Mark play at a wedding reception

 

“Thank you so much for such a wonderful performance at our ceremony and reception. Your energy and enthusiasm at our wedding matched our joy for one another that day. We loved your playing and so did our guests who all wanted to know how I found you!!!” -- E.N., Astoria NY

“Thank you so much for playing at our wedding garden party. I will always remember that day as one of the best I had. The atmosphere was joyous, elegant, relaxed and your music played such a big role in that; it made our party really “festive” and fun!!” -- C.B., Cheshire CT


Judy and Mark are experienced professionals who have played for numerous weddings of all sizes and types. They perform as a duo and also with other top New England musicians. Judy and Mark work with each client to make sure that the music for their important day reflects the wishes of each person. They help to create an enchanting ambience for ceremonies and a fun, exciting atmosphere for receptions.
Ceremonies
Cocktail Hours
Receptions
Rehearsal Dinners

Instrumental Options
Guitar & mandolin, guitar duets
Trios, quartets & quintets with bass, drums and flute
Solo guitar
Small classical ensembles including guitar, mandolin, flute, violin, or voice

Musical Styles
Wedding music traditional & non-traditional
Classical
Brazilian
Swing/Jazz music of the 30’s & 40’s
Latin American
Spanish
Gypsy
International requests (Italian, Russian, French etc.)
60’s & 70’s music
Broadway songs

Amplification
State of the art P.A. system for indoors or outdoors
Microphones available for ceremonies, toasts and speeches
Smaller amplifiers for intimate spaces
Cordless amplifiers for settings with no electricity


“I wanted to let you know how much Chris and I enjoyed your playing at our wedding reception. We really liked the selections you played and will recommend you to our friends who are planning weddings. Thanks again!” -- E.S., Windsor CT

“Thank you so much for creating the perfect atmosphere for Amy & Ken’s wedding last week. Everyone has been asking me about the musicians and praising your performance.” -- B.K., Brooklyn NY


Ceremonies

Music plays an important role in the entire ceremony. There are 4 different parts to the ceremony that can be enhanced by music.

Prelude – While guests are arriving and being seated. This is generally 15-30 minutes prior to the ceremony.
Processionals – There can be one processional for the entire wedding party. Often there is one for the bridesmaids and another for the bride.
During Ceremony – This is optional. Some people choose to have a musical selection during the ceremony. This can be used to stop and reflect on a reading or a part of the ceremony that has just happened. Or music can be played during events in the ceremony such as lighting a unity candle. Some people choose to have no music during the ceremony.
Recessional – Usually there is one recessional for the entire wedding party.

Sound Samples for Ceremonies
Traditional and non-traditional music excerpts
Demo CD with more samples available upon request

Processionals

Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Canon in D
Sheep May Safely Graze
Erev shel Shoshanim (Jewish ceremony)
Simple Gifts
Harte’s Ease
 

Bach
Pachelbel
Bach
Hader
Anonymous
Holborne
 

mandolin & guitar
mandolin & guitar
mandolin & guitar
mandolin & guitar
two guitars
mandolin & guitar
 

Recessionals

Trumpet Tune
Wedding March
Hornpipe
Siman Tov (Jewish ceremony)
Canarios
 

Purcell
Mendelssohn
Handel
Traditional
Sanz
 

mandolin & guitar
mandolin & guitar
two guitars
mandolin & guitar
mandolin & guitar
 

Prelude and Within Ceremony

La Rossignol
Recuerdos de la Alhambra
Sunrise, Sunset
 

Anonymous
Tárrega
Harnick, Bock
 

mandolin & guitar
mandolin & guitar
mandolin & guitar
 


“Thank you for the magic, the beauty & the fun of your music for our wedding. It was perfect. We loved it and our guests loved it too. You’ve gotten so many compliments.!!!” -- J.D., Suffield CT

“Thank you both for making our wedding so very special. I so enjoyed the music.” -- K.L., West Hartford CT


Rehearsal Dinners, Cocktail Hours & Receptions
Judy and Mark can create just the right atmosphere for every aspect of your wedding celebration. They can help you to make this special day a memorable experience for you and your guests.
Listen to sound samples (at
CDs page) for examples of a variety of styles. More music available upon request.

Rehearsal Dinner
A duo or solo guitar will add to the special quality of a rehearsal dinner. It can set the tone for the events of the following day.

Cocktail Hours
To start your wedding party, a duo or trio will pick up the tempo and get everyone in the mood to celebrate.

Receptions
A duo, trio, quartet or quintet can entertain your guests with the distinctive sounds of Latin, swing, Brazilian, ballads and international music (Spanish, Italian, French, Russian etc). From more subdued music during the meal to more upbeat selections for dancing, there can be something for everyone.


 Past Wedding Venues 

Studio 450 (NY City)     Simsbury Inn (Simsbury, CT)     Saint Mary’s Church (New London, CT)     Bushnell Performing Arts Center (Hartford, CT)     The Log Cabin (Holyoke, MA)     Union League Café (New Haven, CT)     Tarrytown Mansion (Tarrytown, NY)     Saint Clement’s Castle (Portland, CT)     Branford House (New London, CT)     Jonathan Edwards Winery (N. Stonington, CT)     The Hartford Club (Hartford, CT)     The Bond Hotel (Hartford, CT)     Wadsworth Atheneum (Hartford, CT)     Webb Barn (Wethersfield, CT)     Private Homes, indoors & outdoors




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