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Nothing does more to set the feeling of joy at a wedding than the music. You will probably be asked to meet with the organist to discuss the music you would like to have. Before that meeting, you might want to think about the following possibilities:

1) Prelude. Usually the organist will begin to play fifteen minutes or more before the wedding. It is not necessary to choose this music (and perhaps only your guests will hear it!), but if you like good music, you may want to make suggestions of music for this time. Good choices will help set the tone for the day.

2) Entrance (and exit) music. The first and last note for your wedding is set by the processional music. It should be strong and joyful. The organist will generally offer several suggestions to you, including both very familiar pieces and lesser known ones. She or he can also tell you about the context and history of each piece to help you make your choice. That choice, With the others you will be making, enhances your statement to the congregation about what your marriage service means to you. And afterwards you will always be able to hear that music and be reminded not just of a wedding but of your wedding.

3) Hymns. There are several places in the service where hymns can be used. They need not be “wedding hymns” (these are usually too unfamiliar to work well anyway). The best choices are familiar hymns that express God's love for us and the joy With which we praise God. A list of suggested hymns follows.

4) Vocal or instrumental music. You may have friends who are talented musicians who would be willing to sing or play at your wedding. The church organist can also arrange for special music. Such music before or during the service can add a special note, but it should not be overdone. Soloists, whether they are very good or not, can draw attention away from the two being married and “dominate” the service. All such music needs to be arranged both with the priest conducting the service and With the organist.