Another perfect fall day! On September 19th, I played harp for a ceremony at Valparaiso’s Ogden Gardens. The bride chose a nice mix of traditional wedding music, as well as some lesser-known pieces to make her wedding music unique. The prelude music was:
- Long and Winding Road
- Embraceable You
- Someone to Watch Over Me
- Stairway to Heaven
- Send in the Clowns
- Liebestraume
Since this wasn’t quite enough to cover the time they needed, I just continued to play similar pieces until everyone was ready to begin. The ceremony music included:
- Suogan (entrance of families)
- Canon in D (bridal party processional)
- I See You My Beloved (bride’s processional)
- Grow Old Along with Me (unity sand & rose ceremony)
- Sheep May Safely Graze (recessional)
The bride really liked the Bach piece she chose as her recessional, but wanted something more upbeat. No problem – I just played “Sheep May Safely Graze” very quickly! She was able to use a piece of music that she really enjoyed, and also have a lively exit from her ceremony. Professional harpists should be able to make an accommodation like that for you!
