After 10 years of being with my girlfriend we are thinking about getting married next summer, we have bbe talking about it alot but then talk turns to what music to play and we are having alot of trouble decieding. First of all we listen to alot of heavy metal/rock (Ozzy,Alice Cooper etc... ) I listen to some other stuff to like old punk (Misfits, Ramones etc..) 80's pop (Madonna, Cyndi Lauper etc...) so it doesn't all have to be metal and I have no problem playing some of the music the other guests are into because not too many of them are into metal or the other stuff Im into, at the same time it is my wedding so I do wanna hear some of my favorate songs too.
So what Im asking is what do you think the best way to keep everyone happy and what do you think is the most appropriate thing to do ? how much rock music is ok to play at a wedding ? especialy when most of the guests are not realy into it ? I said to my girlfriend the way I wanted to do it was to play about 2 rock songs in a row (nothing too heavy) then maybey a slow song and then something that the other guests might like a little more, she said that might be too many rock songs and that we shoud consider the guest more, maybey play some more rock ballads or something. Im fine with playing some ballads but I don't want it to be all aout that, i want some real rocking songs two you know what I mean ? but is that being selfish ?
We do know we don't want a live band or dj so we can play exactly what we end up choosing but w are just having alot of trouble decieding
You're definitely on the right track in considering your guests. You'll have people of different ages, ethnicities and musical tastes and it would make for a more memorable wedding to include everyone. There's no reason not to play some rock songs, but space them out with other music. In fact, my own son had pretty much the same question for his wedding. They liked alternative rock, but realized that a wedding must be more eclectic and inclusive. We list music in different categories for all situations on the website and we're sure you'll be able to plan a great program once you're aware of all the options you have. Good luck! Barbara & Gloria of Wedding Music Central http://www.weddingmusiccentral.com
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I agree. A good host always considers his guests comfort and enjoyment. Mix it up a bit with music from all sorts of genres.
You may be better off hiring a DJ who can help you with all of this. A good DJ will know how to please all guests, including the bride and groom, and this will leave you free to enjoy the day. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
Ok thank you so much, we are probably gonna get a good dj and let him pick most of the songs. Other then the first dance and stuff Im sure the dj will no what to do
Just keep in mind that the "older folks" at your wedding were twisting and shouting forty years ago with the Kings and Queens of Rock and Roll. Their geriatric moves might suprise you
We've had several clients who initially wanted a specific play list, but then agreed to let their guests also request a limited number of songs. Afterwards, they told us they were glad that we took requests, as it gave them a chance to listen to music they had not heard in a long time and it promoted more guest participation. Copen Cabana DJ and Custom Wedding Photo Book Services http://www.knowareland.com
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