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The addition of a piano player to your big day promises an emotive soundtrack for your guests as they gather for the main event, and is the ideal accompaniment for any wedding breakfast. In preparation have browse below to help guide you.

Things to consider beforehand Before you make your final wedding pianist decision there are around 4 quick decisions you need to cover. The initial choice you will make is about what type of atmosphere you’d like to generate during the different parts of your big day. Keep in mind that the music will have a guiding effect on this, and more than just the ceremony you will also be considering the wedding breakfast and reception too. Once the formalities of the day are done, it is time to think about your own musical tastes although also think about the ages your guests – you want everyone to have the most fantastic and enjoyable time possible! The third point is the capacity of the venue for a piano – is there enough room for a piano? If any parts of the wedding to be held outside you will need to be provided for the pianist and piano. The final planning is to ensure the chosen wedding pianist is prepared for it to be a long day with many unpredictable timings – few weddings run to the pre-planned timing plan!

How long does a pianist typically play for, and at which parts of the wedding do they work best? For a civil ceremony, a pianist could play for around 20 minutes to the guests, and then continue until, and during, the bride arrives – where most will choose a song that reminds them of a special time with their partner. It can add a beautiful addition to continue the music again after the register has been signed and the bride leaves. However, If the wedding is more religious and will take place in a church then the music for the ceremony will usually be played on the church’s own organ, for which a pianist would not be suitable and you would need an organist.

Continuing the day with the drinks reception, it is nice to have the pianist play throughout, and maybe alter the style of the music slightly so that it creates an enjoyable, but inoffensive, backdrop to the conversations between the guests. The music can be continued through to the wedding breakfast, up to dessert and speeches. IF you would like the same pianist all day it is worth noting that the pianist will need to take a few slight breaks.

How and when should the bride and groom make songs requests? Professional musicians will always be happy to work with requests, start looking at your favourite artists or seeing if there are any specific songs you like, particularly tunes that provide happy memories. Think about the atmosphere and then work with the pianist to select music to match.

As such a versatile instrument, the piano can be played in various ways from down tempo, to loud or gentle. So for the service it might be classical pieces, for the reception maybe some jazz or swing, then through the wedding breakfast or dinner, a gentle start, building the tempo as the buzz of the guests grows. The music can easily move from Hollywood to Bollywood at the bride and grooms request. It is important to let the pianist know several weeks in advance about what you have chosen so they can find the arrangement that works the best.

What makes a great wedding pianist? Someone who has a wide skill set and the ability to feel comfortable with many styles is ultimately what makes a great musician for your special day. The pianist should also have compassion for the occasion and be able to read a crowd.

Alternatives to a piano Sometimes it’s just not viable to have a piano at your wedding venue, however, the newer portable electric pianos can give a near identical sound and are easy to transport, otherwise it is easy to hire a high-tech stage piano which will do the same thing.

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