Wedding Music - Top 10 Civil Ceremony Pieces

​The great thing about music for Civil Ceremonies is that it can be truly personalised. From Elvis to your favourite song from a musical, if it’s special to you it’s all possible.
 
These are my top 10 most of which were chosen by couples getting married and I’m eternally grateful to them for the inspiration!!
 
There are some video samples so have a look.
 
#1 - Is This Love
 
You wouldn’t think Bob Marley would work on the harp but it does it so does!! A friend of mine requested this for her wedding and it has become a standard in my repertoire since.

​#2 One Day Like This
 
Apparently Elbow got the inspiration for this song from the Beatles Hey Jude. The perfect anthem for entrance or exit. Usually as an instrumental.
 
#3 Strangers in the Night
 
I love this song. I cannot tell you how much. I would play it at every wedding if I could.

​#4 In My Life
 
There are so many Beatles tunes that work perfectly but this is my favourite. Perfect as a instrumental or sung.
 
#5 You’re My Best Friend
 
A great one for walking out. A Queen classic and so uplifting.

​#6 Have I Told You Lately That I Love You
 
This is perfect for a candle lighting or back ground music during a poem or reading. 
 
#7 – Can’t Help Falling In Love With You
 
A classic, whether sung or instrumental. From entrance to candle ceremonies this will surely settle any nerves and provide the perfect musical back drop.

​#8 – Everything
 
This is not the first Michael Buble song I’ve played but it comes up again and again. Uplifting, fun and so appropriate.
 
#9 – Cosmic Love
 
I always find something magical about this as an instrumental. It’s great fun to play but also fun to watch guests realise ‘Oh I love that song’.
 
#10 Greatest Day
 
I think this Take That hit requires no explanation. I prefer playing it as an instrumental rather than singing. A great entrance or exit piece.