The Ceremony

The Wedding Ceremony is the focal point of your wedding. It is, after all, that moment that marks the beginning of new life together. Music during the ceremony can be something easily not given enough attention. But just as every other aspect of your Wedding, the music can help set the tone for your personality, your wedding theme, and the right mood.

The Wedding Ceremony is usually traditionally broken up into 3 parts where songs can be incorporated. These are the Processional Songs (As the bride walks down the ailse), During the Ceremony Songs (Signing of the registrar, candle and sand ceremonies) and Recessional Songs.

Although couples are encouraged to customize their wedding music to their personality, Here are examples of traditional Wedding Ceremony songs we can provide:

• Handel - Water Music (prelude)
• O'Neill Brothers - Reminiscent Joy (prelude)
• Vivaldi - Spring from 4 Seasons (prelude)
• Yiruma - River Flows In You (prelude)
• Pachelbel - Canon In D Major (processional)
• Lohengrin - Here Comes the Bride (processional)
• Mendelssohn - Wedding March (recessional)
• Trumpet Tune in D Major (recessional)

 

 

The Wedding Reception

After tying the wedding knot, it is time to throw a grand party for your family and friends. The Wedding Reception is your time to enjoy a wonderful evening of celebration and entertainment. Over the years, the Wedding Reception has become an intricate event full of game activities, dance performances, video slideshows, and various other cultural traditions. Every party is unique and it's one of the reasons Impact Sounds continues to enjoy being part of them.

The party can incorporate many traditions where songs are included, but the 3 most common are the Bridal Party Introduction, The Bride and Groom's First Dance and the last song of the night. It really is up to the Bride and Groom how many traditions they have at their wedding. A well balanced timeline can make room for many events, games, and performances to keep your guest entertained.

Here are some of the popular traditions:

• The Grand Entrance
• The Toast
• Cake Cutting
• Garter Bouquet Toss
• First Dance
• Slideshow Montage/li>
• The Bouquet and Garter Toss
• Special Performance
• Dancing Party

 

The Grand Entrance

The Grand Entrance is the entrance of the wedding party to the reception. It is usually accompanied my much fanfare and grandeur and is a chance for the wedding party members to be announced and consequently introduced to the guests at the reception. It is as much of a tradition as it is a chance to have some fun at your wedding. More so is the opportunity to uniquely express your self, increase the energy level at your reception, and create some special memories.

The Bridal Party Introduction songs is played when the bridal party enter the venue. Their order of arrival is usually announced by the DJ or Master of Ceremonies. Just remember a slow song can make the entrance more elegant but less exciting or an upbeat song can be more fun & energetic. What ever song you choose, make sure it reflects your own style and it gives your guests an idea of the celebration, fun and dancing to come!

The Toast

Toasting the happy couple at the wedding reception is one of the event's most cherished traditions. The Best Man and Maid of Honor usually proposes a toast in the form of best wishes and congratulations to the newlyweds. The speech takes the form of a short speech (3-5 minutes) that combines a mixture of humor and sincerity.

 

 

 

Cake Cutting

Traditionally, the cake cutting takes place after all the toasts have been given and dinner has been served. When the MC makes the announcement for the couple to cut the cake, the couple proceeds to the cake table while the selected music plays.

A Wedding cake is a traditional symbol, which is eaten and cut at weddings. As the new bride and groom cut their cake it signifies their commitment and new life together. The newly weds, breaking bread for the first time so to speak.The cake cutting song can be the Bride and Groom's favorite song. Songs that have sugar and sweet references are popular during the cake cutting ceremonies. Before the cake is cut the MC can invite guests around the cake table to take photos.. The first dance directly following the cake cutting makes a smooth transition on the wedding timeline also.

First Dance

The First Dance is traditionally the most significant event of your wedding reception. This is the first dance of the newly married couple as husband and wife. The song you choose to accompany your first dance as newlyweds will depend on your taste and style. Just about anything that symbolizes your love and reminds you of each other can be your song. Here are some popular First Dance songs:

• Classic First Dance Songs
• Unforgettable - Nat King Cole
• The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra
• What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
• Can't Help Falling in Love - Elvis Presley
• At Last - Etta James

• Modern First Dance Songs
• I Knew I loved you - Savage Garden
• Spend My Life With You - Eric Benet ft Tamia
• This I Promise You - Nsync
• More Than Words - BB Mack
• If I aint got you - Alicia Keys
• You and Me - Lifehouse

The first dance is most often followed by the father-daughter dance, in which the bride and her father take the floor alone. Some couples choose to also include a mother-son dance, but it is strictly a modern option rather than a tradition for the groom to dance with his mother in a spotlight dance.

Wedding Montage

Today’s slideshow presentations can combine still photography, videos, and interviews to create a compelling story that’s all your own, offering your guests a peek into your past, present and future. Couples can display baby photos, accomplishing achievements, and fun and light hearted moments in their life to really capture the crowd. It is a wonderful way to show the journey of the couple, the love you have for each other, and why you choose to be together.

 

 

 

The Bouquet and Garter Toss

The bouquet toss was created as one of the giveaway items brides could give to the women at the wedding reception as a symbol of good luck. As all eyes are on the bride at this point, she may want to have a bit of a dance to the song first before she throws the bouquet over her shoulder. The emcee will call out individual names and make sure no single ladies are left. This leaves the single and unmarried ladies waiting with anticipation and the bride gets a little more of the spot light before the celebration ends! The bouquet is then tossed into the air and the lucky person that catches the bouquet would be next in line to get married.

The Garter Removal and Toss is one of the most humorous traditions at any wedding reception and can be loads of fun. Depending on the couples personality, it can be reserved, edgy or quite risqué, so you have a wide range of musical styles to choose from. The sexual undertones, bridal embarrassment, and superstitious back-story creates a lot of opportunity for a wedding DJ to add to the fun. As the Garter is removed by the Groom, a song can be played. This can also accompany a game of some sort where the winner receives the Garter or could remove the garter also. Once the garter is removed it is tossed to the single and unmarried men and whoever catches it is traditionally the next in-line to get married! Sexy songs are great for the garter removal. It usually never fails to be a crowd pleaser.

 

 

Traditions and Special Performances

Many Ceremonies, Traditions, and Performances can also be incorporated into the Wedding Reception. As we mention many times, Weddings are all unique in their own special way. Adding that special performance or tradition can help capture the audience attention and give them that memorable moment they will never forget. Everything from Chinese Lion Dances, to Singing Performances, to Magic Shows, there is really no limit to the imagination.

• Lion Dances
• Full Band Concerts
• Tea Blessing Ceremonies
• Money Dances
• Singing Performances
• Tahitian Dances
• Magic Shows
• Bridal Party Games

 

Dance Party

The lights go dim, and the party lights come on! It's time for you and your guests to let loss and shake it on the dance floor. Playing non stop danceable hits from the 60's to today's hits. Guests are encouraged to join the couple on the dance floor and from there we never know what's going to happen next. Sometimes the soul train will begin to pick up steam, or we hit the barn with a great line dance with the electric slide, or other times guest prove they are Americas Best Dance Crew with an all out hip hop dance showdown. It's all unpredictable and adds to the laughs and overall enjoyment of the night.

Genres of music:

• Swing and Jive
• Disco and Funk
• 80s, 90s, New Wave
• Hiphop and RnB
• Top 40, Party Hits
• Latin, Salsa, Meringue
• Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Electric Slide
• Trance, House, Dance

As the night ends, we play one more final song to captivate the night's festivities. The tone is set for the rest of the couple's lives as they dance one final song and begin their new journey as husband and wife.

 

Planning

Impact Sounds works all year in preparation of improving and perfecting our DJ Services. We are constantly updating our music library with the latest and hottest music available. We make sure all equipment has been serviced and are fully functional for the nights events. We also research new trends that we can make available to you to make your Wedding special and unique.

During the planning phase of your Wedding, we will discuss with you many aspects of your wedding. We will discuss your music tastes and preferences, suggest and advise music choices that fit into your tastes, and create an overall musical tapestry of the nights atmosphere. Lastly, we will go over with you your Wedding schedule and offer our advise if any questions may arise.

 

Your Wedding Day

You can be assured that Impact Sounds takes pride in being the most professional service out there. We will arrive early and make sure that our equipment is ready to go before your guests start to arrive. We bring a two to three DJ crew to assure that once your party begins, we play continuous music catered to your request and guests.

Whether you are looking for a high-energy reception, a more reserved atmosphere, or combination of energetic yet elegant, we will make sure your Wedding Day goes perfectly and elegantly.

 

 

 

Ceremony Package

Our ceremony package includes a full sound setup with wireless microphone (lavalier mic also available) for the officiant and the couple. We can also provide additional microphones for musicians and others at ceremonies including a feed for the videographer if requested. We will also serve as the sound technician and ensure a flawless ceremony.

Our vast collection of Wedding music can help set the perfect desired mood for your Wedding. Weather your looking for something tradition or unique, Impact Sounds will help set the right theme and mood. We can provide processional music while your guests arrive, your special requests for songs to walk down the aisle, and recessional / cocktail music after the ceremony is completed.

 

Music Choices

If there is one area that Impact Sounds excels at it's our vast music selection. With over 12 years of experience, Impact Sounds is known to have a vast music selection that can please crowds of all ages and ethnicities. Our current music library contains well over 20,000 music choices available with access to thousands more.

If there is something you want to hear at your event and we don't have it just let us know. We'll make every attempt to get it prior to your event.

Please also check out our Music Playlist page to help give you ideas on Entrance Music, First Dance, and various other Traditions.

 

Master of Ceremony (MC)

From our experience, the Master of Ceremony is one of the most important aspects a Wedding should include. Someone to keep your guest entertained as well as informed is essential to a great party. Impact Sounds years in experience working Weddings makes us the best choice in keeping the party going. Our emcee will communicate and coordinate with vendors, while also help to do all introductions, toasts, and entertain your guests.

 

 

Event Lighting

Event Lighting is the easiest way to transform an everyday room into a fantastic, irresistible environment, perfect for hosting an unforgettable event. We can easily tailored to any event space, as well as to specifically enhance the décor of the affair. By carefully selecting the placement and focus of our lighting fixtures, we can brighten any room and give it an inviting glow, welcoming your guests inside. If you want your event space to radiate elegance and sophistication, please contact us today.

Lighting Options Include:

• Accent & Up Lighting
• Monogram Lighting
• Intelligent Lighting
• Fog Machines
• Spot and Ambient Lighting

 

Photobooth Fun

A new amazing addition to any wedding celebration is the Photobooth. Guests can let it all hang loose in this format that is extremely fun while also create memories that will last forever.

Guests are invited to enter into the photobooth which will take four images. They are encouraged to do whatever they desire to make a memorable moment. After they are done, dual pictures are printed so that guest can keep half and the other half can be placed into a scrapbook, creating a more outlandishly fun book for the Wedding couple to keep.

If you would like more information, please click here for our Photobooth page.

 

 

Audio Visual for Slideshows

For all your slideshow needs. Impact Sounds now offers a top of the line Panasonic Projector and 100 Square Foot Screen to display slideshows, dedication videos, or anything you want to put on screen.

Our Panasonic 2000 Lumens Widescreen HD Projector is a beast. This projector is designed with high brightness and vibrant colors, perfect for your presentations.

Projector Rental Includes:

• Panasonic 2000 Lumens Widescreen HD Projector
• 100" Portable Screen
• DVD Player or Laptop (on request)

 

CD Favors/Customized Mixes/Recording

We can also offer customize mixes and cds to add some extra originality to your Wedding favors. Customized CD mixes are a great way to give to your guests an insite to your personality than the tradional Wedding favor. These mixes can be intimate, taylored to your musicality, include performances, and just be a whole lot of fun.

A personal message from you can also be recorded and inserted into the CD to thank guests for being part of your wedding.

This process does take time and we will need months in advanced to get this prepared. Please contact us if you are interested

 

 

 

Photography

Thats right, Photography is also a little hobby of ours. So why not offer these memorable pictures to you. We currently use professional Canon digital SLR camera's to capture magical moments from our perspective. Sometimes we are able to capture the shots your photographer might have missed. This is currently a free additional service.

 

 

 

 

 

Wedding Music Lists for Receptions

Grand Entrance

This sets the tone for the evening. It can be upbeat, funny, elegant, quirky, or what might fit in your overall feel for the wedding. There are generally three songs for the grand entrance, one for the parents, one for the bridal party and one for the bride and groom.

First Dance

This song should be a special song to you, or a song where you feel the lyrics speak to your relationship with your fiancee.

Wedding Cake Cutting Songs

It usually takes 2 songs for the cake cutting. So picking one and having another one ready will make sure there are enough songs to fit the cake cutting time.

Father Daughter Dance Songs

This is one of the harder songs to pick for your dance. The best songs will be ones that your Dad sang to you, or played during a momentous point in your life. The songs below are the start to finding the perfect song for you and your Dad.

Mother Son Dance Songs

Another hard song selection to make is picking the right song for the mother song dance. Good songs are ones that mean something to you and your mom or might have been something she sang to you while you were younger.