Ingrid and Ted’s wedding ceremony was held at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Charleston, Illinois, right next to Eastern Illinois University’s campus. The day couldn’t have been any more perfect as the couple had amazing weather (sunny and mid 60’s), the location provided a fantastic coordinator and sound technician, and the had lovely harp music!
Ingrid had selected a nice mix of classical and popular pieces to be played during the prelude and ceremony. As guests were arriving, I was providing background music that ranged from “Aria from Rinaldo” by Handel to “Let it Be” by The Beatles. When it was time for the ceremony to begin, the song choice was Bach’s “Arioso” for the entrance of the families. The bridal party entered to a combination of “Wedding March” and “Prelude in C” that the bride had requested. For her entrance, Ingrid selected Pachelbel’s “Canon in D.”
During the ceremony, the couple chose to take part in the lighting of a unity candle. For this part of the wedding ceremony, I played “Bless the Broken Road” by Rascal Flatts. Finally, it was time for the introduction of the couple and their recessional. The couple exited the ceremony to Handel’s “Hornpipe” from Water Music.
If you would like more information about having harp music for your Charleston wedding ceremony, visit my website, Southern Illinois Harpist.