The High Cost
Wedding venues are one of the most expensive costs of a wedding day so getting the best value for money is important. Of course you won't want to skimp on the necessities, but a bit of careful planning can go a long way in being able to reduce the cost.
Popular Wedding Venues
Having the reception at a hotel that is very popular for wedding receptions, has the merit of knowing that if it is popular, it is probably very good. However, with high demand usually comes higher prices so it is good to get as many quotes as possible in order to find wedding venues on a budget.
The Wedding Day
Saturday has traditionally been the day to get married, but it is becoming more popular to get married on other days too. This of course has the advantage of being off-peak and likely to be less expensive. People who provide wedding services such as wedding music and musicians are also more likely to be available on less popular days of the week.
High Standards
Check out their bar/restaurant food first and also the friendliness of the staff. You may also wish to check the bar prices and the cost per bottle of wine etc. Sometimes a venue that sounds good value for money may put higher prices on other items such as the drink.
The Least Expensive Options
The way people who had very little money used to do the reception, was to get members of the family to supply the food and hire a local hall. Another less expensive option is to book a pub or restaurant to provide the wedding meal. If other customers are able to eat too, this may not cost anything apart from the cost of the food!
All Inclusive packages may be cheaper
In wedding venues like hotels where wedding receptions are frequently held, wedding packages may be available.
If you consider all the services that are available for a wedding day, a package deal may give a significant saving. This may also include discounts for overnight accomodation for family and close friends to stay.
It is great to be able to spend lots of money and have the best of everything, but remember that this is just day one!
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Wedding Musicians
Wedding Musicians and Music
An increasing number of people who are getting married nowadays want wedding musicians and music that not only compliment the setting of a church but also reflect the feeling that the couple wish to create. So here are a few tips for the possibilities of music and musicians.
The Church Wedding
Deciding on the music for a wedding in church might be quite clear-cut. However, it often will depend on if you choose on classic music or go for a more modern option where the Bride and groom pick music that is more current or means something particular to them.
Possibly the most significant music is the Bride's processional piece. The standard music for this is the "Bridal Chorus" by Wagner often known as "Here Comes the Bride". Nevertheless, more regularly, couples are selecting pieces that represent their own preferences in music which may include Pachelbel's "Canon in D" or "Jesu Joy of Mans Desiring", both of which are very well liked. "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" also makes a wonderful entry piece.
You might find that you want more hymns incorporated in the wedding than time will permit. These may include: Love divine all loves excelling and Lead us heavenly Father lead us. Obviously if you desire a lighter style of hymn like all things bright and beautiful or morning has broken and make me a channel of your peace, are all ideal.
The next choice could be deciding on the music to have through the signing of the register. If you choose to have a soloist, he or she might have a repertoire to choose from. Even so, the choir may sing a suitable piece or the organist play until the Bride and groom finish their job of signing the register.
The Bride and Groom's exit, or recessional music is frequently the customary "Wedding March" by Mendelssohn but it can also be quite popular to have Vidor's "Toccata" - just to examine the organist! Or a "Trumpet Voluntary" by Clarke or Purcell.
Wedding Musicians
An organist and choir are not the sole choice for a wedding ceremony. Partners frequently opt for a flute and classical guitar or a flute and harpist at wedding ceremonies. This occurs mostly when couples choose not to have any hymns! This might appear rather unconventional, but not all couples who may have a ceremony put on in a church location, also want traditional hymns. This is all the more so with regards to civil ceremonies, where music with a religious association is frequently prohibited. Additional options for musicians may consist of a pianist or string quartet.
No matter what wedding musicians or music pieces you may decide on, it is the Bride and groom who ought to have the ultimate approval, in the end, it is their big day.
An increasing number of people who are getting married nowadays want wedding musicians and music that not only compliment the setting of a church but also reflect the feeling that the couple wish to create. So here are a few tips for the possibilities of music and musicians.
The Church Wedding
Deciding on the music for a wedding in church might be quite clear-cut. However, it often will depend on if you choose on classic music or go for a more modern option where the Bride and groom pick music that is more current or means something particular to them.
Possibly the most significant music is the Bride's processional piece. The standard music for this is the "Bridal Chorus" by Wagner often known as "Here Comes the Bride". Nevertheless, more regularly, couples are selecting pieces that represent their own preferences in music which may include Pachelbel's "Canon in D" or "Jesu Joy of Mans Desiring", both of which are very well liked. "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" also makes a wonderful entry piece.
You might find that you want more hymns incorporated in the wedding than time will permit. These may include: Love divine all loves excelling and Lead us heavenly Father lead us. Obviously if you desire a lighter style of hymn like all things bright and beautiful or morning has broken and make me a channel of your peace, are all ideal.
The next choice could be deciding on the music to have through the signing of the register. If you choose to have a soloist, he or she might have a repertoire to choose from. Even so, the choir may sing a suitable piece or the organist play until the Bride and groom finish their job of signing the register.
The Bride and Groom's exit, or recessional music is frequently the customary "Wedding March" by Mendelssohn but it can also be quite popular to have Vidor's "Toccata" - just to examine the organist! Or a "Trumpet Voluntary" by Clarke or Purcell.
Wedding Musicians
An organist and choir are not the sole choice for a wedding ceremony. Partners frequently opt for a flute and classical guitar or a flute and harpist at wedding ceremonies. This occurs mostly when couples choose not to have any hymns! This might appear rather unconventional, but not all couples who may have a ceremony put on in a church location, also want traditional hymns. This is all the more so with regards to civil ceremonies, where music with a religious association is frequently prohibited. Additional options for musicians may consist of a pianist or string quartet.
No matter what wedding musicians or music pieces you may decide on, it is the Bride and groom who ought to have the ultimate approval, in the end, it is their big day.
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