The Repertoire:

Although Sophisticated Sounds’ unique service offers the performance of any song selection of a couple’s choice, we do offer some suggestions for those who may be unsure of their music needs.

Prelude Music:
Sophisticated Sounds plays 30 minutes prior to the ceremony as guests arrive. Prelude repertoire includes traditional, popular, romantic and Baroque. Some selections are: Unchained Melody, When I Fall in Love, Jesu, Joy of a Man’s Desiring, If, In My Life, Romance, and I Swear.

Processional:
(As wedding party walks down the aisle)

1. Traditional Bridal Chorus

2. Pachabel’s Canon - (for an audio sample of this selection click here) This selection offers a popular alternative to the traditional bridal march. It has a lovely timeless melody, and a rhythmic steadiness that is perfect for the walking pace of the wedding party.

3. Trumpet Voluntary

Unity Candle:
1. Romanza - (for an audio sample of this selection click here) This romantic guitar piece clearly enhances the meaning in this special tradition.

2. Recuerdos - This romantic guitar and flute duo is remnant of the serene fountains of the Alhambra in Spain.

Meditations:
(At key points during the Ceremony)

1. The Prayer - (for an audio sample of this selection click here) This popular vocal piece recently recorded by Celine Dion and Andre Bocelli is a lyrical masterpiece. Using beautiful Italian and English languages, this song puts into words the love that is clearly in the air at wedding ceremonies.

2. Through the Eyes of Love – (for an audio sample of this selection click here) Love abounds in this timeless and beautiful theme from Ice Castles.

3. Caro Mio Ben – (for an audio sample of this selection click here) Translated “ Thou, All My Bliss” - This heartfelt Italian Aria adds a wonderful sophistication to any moment of the ceremony.

4. Jesu, Joy of a Man’s Desiring – This celebratory Bach piece adds a touch of joy and happiness in a classic way.

Recessional:
1. The Traditional Wedding March

2. Kemp’s Gigue or Canarios– (for an audio sample click here) These upbeat gigues from the Baroque Era clearly emulate celebration and joy.

3. Come Again Sweet Love - (for an audio sample of this selection click here) This sweet and wistful melody from Renaissance composer John Dowland subtly reminds us of the love that has just been united.

Reception Music:
1. Jazz Trio - (for audio sample of jazz trio click here) A jazz trio for lovely dinner ambience, and dance music of a more sophisticated style.