If you are planning a wedding in Albany, Troy, Schenectady, Saratoga Springs or anywhere else in the world, I’m sure you have already figured out that there millions of components to think about. The catering service, the venue location, the food selections / menu, the DJ, the cocktail hour, the clothing, the decoration, the centerpieces, the flower arrangements, the bouquet, the favors, did I forget something? Wait! Wait!! Have you even stopped to think about the ceremony yet?
The selection for the music for your wedding ceremony is always a tough task. My customers from Albany, NY to Saratoga Springs come to me all the time and say, “Kenny! Where do I start? I don’t know what any of that music is called or when it even happens!” It’s actually not so difficult. Hang on to you garter… here is a crash course Cliff Notes edition to wedding ceremony layouts for dummies:
Music for your wedding ceremony is important. This part of the day is the serious time set aside where the bride and groom express their feelings for one another and exchange their vows. That means, all in all, the ceremony is the time set aside for the mushy stuff. Therefore, you probably want to think about slower classical wedding music, new age, or very slow classic rock or pop ballads.
No matter how you look at, there are a few stages to a wedding ceremony, before the bride and groom say I do:
What should I know about music for the ceremony?
PRELUDE – There should be about four or five songs played as a prelude when the guests are seated. These can be anything, but keep in mind, these selections set the atmosphere for the guests. If you have no music playing, it feels more like a funeral than a wedding, so the prelude is important! The actual song selections should be light and elegant, modern or traditional to your liking.
PROCESSIONAL – The groomsmen and the groom usually move to the front from the side. They do not walk down the aisle, This signifies that the ceremony is about to formally begin. There are two songs during the processional: one song is chosen for when the bridesmaids enter, and the other song is to be the most dramatic choice, selected for play when the bride walks down the aisle.
RECESSIONAL – One last song is played after the kiss for the bride and groom to walk back up the aisle to. Think happy! The music played in the recessional, should symbolize the happiness of the couple’s new life together.
If you are like many, you probably want the traditional classic wedding music, but have NO CLUE what the songs are called. Here is my playlist when I am told to play the traditional favorites:
EXTRA SELECTIONS – There can be additional specialized songs selecte at different points in the ceremony, depending on the actual ceremony itself. Sometimes a special song can be played during or after the exchanging the rings and vows, and the lighting a unity candle.
RESTRICTIONS – Some churches have rules about wedding songs used during your ceremony so be sure to ask your clergy person or officiant! Remember, if you are non-traditional, you might get a kick out of white wedding, but your reverend may very well not be a Billy Idol fan.
There is a growing trend to get away from the traditional classic music. However, it is recommended that you shy away from anything upbeat. Adding too much craziness to the ceremony is not recommended, because it takes away from the seriousness of the union at hand.
For your wedding ceremony, your music selections should all probably still be softer and with a slower tempo. However, that doesn’t mean you have do the same thing everyone does.You can totally customize the song selection to fit your taste. There is plenty of good music out there that may be better suited for you than classical music. One of the most moving bridal marches I have seen was set to Enya’s “Only Time.” However, the most memorable one was last summer, when I had a bride who walked down the aisle to Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire,” so go figure.
There are many great places in Albany, NY and its surrounding areas to have your wedding.
Planning a wedding? Hello Wedding Reception in the Capital District seeker! I’m local DJ Kenny Casanova and I often pinch hit as a party planner. From time to time, customers ask if I recommend any locations for wedding receptions and big parties, so I decided to put together a list.
Here are some great locations to check out, if you are planning your wedding reception. I have broken them down kind of into regional areas, rather than alphabetical order, to help you get an idea. It is all still a work in progress. For regional locations so far, I have Albany, Averill Park, Troy/Cohoes/Latham, Schenectady, Eastern Points towards Mass, Clifton Park/Saratoga and a few more. If you know of a good one or would like to see your own establishment on this list (which will soon become a tab on my website) drop me a line at ken@theDJservice.com.
518-506-3305. Affordable DJs in Colonie, NY with a massive library of new music & classics. Plus Digital Photography Packages & Lazer Lights. Special party price around $395!
Do you have a sweet 16, class reunion, wedding reception, graduation party, or corporate event coming up at, say, The Italian Community Center over on Wasington Ave Extention, or maybe at The Crossings? If so, you probably already know that music makes it better. If you want the very best in music entertainment and disc jockey services for your party in Colonie, New York, give us a call at 518-506-3305.
TheDJservice.com has some of the area’s best disc jockeys available for your party! DJ Kenny Casanova is “The Bee’s Knees of all DJs and Emcees” – having had experience ring announcing with WWE wrestling & DJ Maria has been voted the area’s #1 female DJs for weddings!
As a wedding and party specialist, DJ Kenny Casanova and TheDJservice.com brings to you:
•200,000 song library
•Music Video Package
•Professional Gear Bose L1 Stick & Peavey
•DJ/MC experience since 1996
Super Fun Colonie NY Disc Jockey, DJ Kenny Casanova
•Voted Capital Region #1 Karaoke DJ
•Radio DJ Personality Experience
•Ring Announcer Experience: WWF / WWE
•Sports Broadcaster Experience
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•Digital Slideshow Projection
•Interactive events, dances, & activities
•Very affordable prices!!!
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OTHER COLONIE DJ POINTS INCLUDE: The Albany International Airport (ALB), Boght Corners, Colonie, Crescent Station, Karner, the village of Colonie, Dunsbach Ferry, anywhere in Latham, Lisha Kill, or out on Route 5, Loudonville, Mannsville, the Schuyler Heights Fire District, Watervliet City School District, Maplewood, adjacent to Cohoes, Watervliet & Green Island, Maywood, Colonie village, Menands, Newtonville, Schuyler Heights, Watervliet, Loudonville, on the west bank of the Hudson River, in Schuyler Heights Fire District and Watervliet City School District and North Colonie School District, Roessleville, Shakers, Stanford Heights, by Schenectady County, Verdoy, or West Albany.
(518) 506-3305. Affordable wedding DJ / Mobile disc jockey in Mechanicville, NY with a complete library of new music & classics. Also – Digital Photography & Lights!
NEW HITS & ALL THE CLASSICS: Want top quality in music entertainment and disc jockey services for your event in Mechanicville, NY? Then look no more! TheDJservice.com mixes today’s best new music with all your favorite throwbacks and classics in Mechanicville, NY.
Want to have a hand in creating the playlist? No problem! Help create the playlist or leave it up to us!
#1 LOCAL DJ SERVICE IN MECHANICVILLE: DJ Kenny Casanova and TheDJservice.com is #1 for most DJ related Google searches in the Mechanicville area. Booked sometimes 2 years in advance for dates, you may want to lock in your date near Mechanicville, NY as soon as possible!
MECHANICVILLE DJ SERVICES & WHAT WE BRING TO THE PARTY:
DJ Kenny Casanova -Call/Text 518-506-3305
•200,000 song library
•DJ/MC experience since 1996
•Professional Photography “The DJ Cam”
•Interactive events, dances, & activities
•Digital Slide Show Projector
• Music Video Package
•Voted #1 Karaoke DJ in Mechanicville
•Radio Personality Experience
•Ring Announcer Experience: WWF / WWE
•Biggest Laser Show in Mechanicville, NY
•Professional Gear Bose L1 Stick & Peavey
•Very affordable prices!!!
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LOCAL MECHANICVILLE COUNTY WEDDING DJ SERVICE POINTS: If you want an affordable experienced DJ for your wedding reception with countless local venue hall relationships, our local Mechanicville office serves points around the eastern border of Saratoga County, north of Albany, the state capital, the towns of Stillwater, Halfmoon, Schaghticoke, or anywhere in Rensselaer County, The Peter Purcell Post 21, or right by the historic paper mill in lovely Mechanicville, NY, Carbone & Carbone LLP can provide you with the disc jockey mobile DJ entertainment services that you need.
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(518) 506-3305. Affordable wedding DJ / Mobile disc jockey in Lake George, NY with a complete library of new music & classics. Also – Digital Photography & Lights!
NEW HITS & ALL THE CLASSICS: Want top quality in music entertainment and disc jockey services for your event in Lake George, NY? Then look no more! TheDJservice.com mixes today’s best new music with all your favorite throwbacks and classics in Lake George, NY.
Want to have a hand in creating the playlist? No problem! Help create the playlist or leave it up to us!
#1 LOCAL DJ SERVICE IN LAKE GEORGE: DJ Kenny Casanova and TheDJservice.com is #1 for most DJ related Google searches in the Lake George area. Booked sometimes 2 years in advance for dates, you may want to lock in your date near Lake George, NY as soon as possible!
LAKE GEORGE DJ SERVICES & WHAT WE BRING TO THE PARTY:
DJ Kenny Casanova -Call/Text 518-506-3305
•200,000 song library
•DJ/MC experience since 1996
•Professional Photography “The DJ Cam”
•Interactive events, dances, & activities
•Digital Slide Show Projector
• Music Video Package
•Voted #1 Karaoke DJ in Lake George
•Radio Personality Experience
•Ring Announcer Experience: WWF / WWE
•Biggest Laser Show in Lake George, NY
•Professional Gear Bose L1 Stick & Peavey
•Very affordable prices!!!
CONTACT US NOW FOR PARTIES IN AND AROUND LAKE GEORGE NEW YORK!
LAKE GEORGE WEDDING DJ SERVICES: If you want an affordable experienced DJ for your wedding reception with countless local venue hall relationships, our local Lake George office serves points around TheDJservice.com serves customers from points in Lake George Village, Big Hollow, and the town of Lake George, Bloody Pond, Crosbyside, Diamond Point, the west shore of Lake George, Fort William Henry, Lake George, south end of Lake George, and Prospect Mountain, all on a regular basis for music entertainment disc jockey mobile DJ services.
Lake George, NY… Thank you for the call! Here is a video of a Typical DJ Kenny Casanova Wedding Intro, with the ring announcer energy many request!
(518)506-3305. Affordable Bethlehem, NY wedding DJ / Mobile disc jockey with huge library of new music & classics, Digital Photography & Lights!
NEW HITS & ALL THE CLASSICS: Want top quality in music entertainment and disc jockey services for your event in Bethlehem, NY? Then look no more! TheDJservice.com mixes today’s best new music with all your favorite throwbacks and classics in Bethlehem, NY.
Want to have a hand in creating the playlist? No problem! Help create the playlist or leave it up to us!
#1 LOCAL DJ SERVICE IN BETHLEHEM: DJ Kenny Casanova and TheDJservice.com is #1 for most DJ related Google searches in the Bethlehem area. Booked sometimes 2 years in advance for dates, you may want to lock in your date near Bethlehem, NY as soon as possible!
BETHLEHEM DJ SERVICES & WHAT WE BRING TO THE PARTY:
DJ Kenny Casanova -Call/Text 518-506-3305
•200,000 song library
•DJ/MC experience since 1996
•Professional Photography “The DJ Cam”
•Interactive events, dances, & activities
•Digital Slide Show Projector
• Music Video Package
•Voted #1 Karaoke DJ in Bethlehem
•Radio Personality Experience
•Ring Announcer Experience: WWF / WWE
•Biggest Laser Show in Bethlehem, NY
•Professional Gear Bose L1 Stick & Peavey
•Very affordable prices!!!
CONTACT US NOW FOR PARTIES IN AND AROUND BETHLEHEM NEW YORK!
BETHLEHEM WEDDING DJ SERVICE POINTS: If you want an affordable experienced DJ for your wedding reception with countless local venue hall relationships, our local Bethlehem office serves points around Beckers Corners, at Route 9W, Bethlehem Center, Bethlehem Heights, Callahans Corners, Cedar Hill, Delmar formerly known as Adamsville, Elsmere, Glenmont, Henry Hudson Park, Houcks Corners, Mallorys Corners, Meyers Corners, Normansville, North Bethlehem, Selkirk, Slingerlands, Spawn Hollow, South Albany, South Bethlehem, or Wemple, all on a regular basis for music entertainment disc jockey mobile DJ services.
Bethlehem, NY… Thank you for the call! Here is a video of a Typical DJ Kenny Casanova Wedding Intro, with the ring announcer energy many request!
