John Whitehead John Whitehead
Based in Norwich John plays in a variety of groups all over Norfolk & Suffolk specialising in weddings, social events & corporate entertainment. With many years experience he is always happy to discuss and advise on all aspects of music suitable for your occasion.
| Alan Harley Alan Harley
Alan is an experienced and versatile pianist based in Norwich, Norfolk, who can provide unobtrusive background music for your wedding. He has a varied career playing solo, in duo’s and in larger groups, and is able to provide piano music for your special occasion..
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Each of us can play our own digital piano if
a) there is not a piano at the venue, or b) the venue's piano proves to be unsatisfactory
a) there is not a piano at the venue, or b) the venue's piano proves to be unsatisfactory
Perfect piano music for your wedding.
Norfolk based Alan or John play beautiful music for your
special day.
Norfolk based Alan or John play beautiful music for your
special day.
Music & Weddings Tips
Throughout history, music has always been played at wedding ceremonies, but choosing what is right for you can be difficult. Live music proves to be most popular in the early proceedings as it has a more “human touch” and nothing can compare to the sound of a real instrument. Recorded music does have its place in early proceedings, but is usually played for dancing after the speeches if live music is not preferred (or when the live musicians or a wedding pianist takes a break)
During a church ceremony, for example, the church organist may play the processional, hymns and recessional music, and perhaps a soloist such as a pianist could play during the signing of the register (a favourite song melody perhaps), or during a civil ceremony a soloist could play whilst guests are arriving, during signing of the register as well as throughout the wedding breakfast or meal and afterwards for dancing.
After the formalities, it is time for everybody to enjoy themselves by watching the bride and groom have their first dance to their favourite song as man and wife. Live or recorded music would be appropriate for this and many couples choose to have “their” song played by the original artist at this point with their chosen musician or DJ taking over after this. When booking a DJ or musicians for the evening’s entertainment it it may be appropriate to ask if their sound equipment is adequate for the size of room and also about lighting as this will dictate the mood of the evening. If you have an opinion about smoke machines, let it be known!
