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Below is the audio preview page for your wedding ceremony. You can share this page with your wedding party to ensure a smoothly flowing ceremony. Please note that for all processionals, the music will cadence when the last person in the processional has reached the altar or arch (or a few seconds thereafter to reach a graceful cadence); thus length of the processional may not precisely match that of the sound samples below.

Tips for a Smooth, Stately, and Stunning Wedding Processional

1.   Slow is better. Don't hurry down the aisle! Anticipate and enjoy the beautiful walk.

2.   If there are several processionals (i.e., parents, bridesmaids, bride), let the music for the previous processional come to a complete end before the next processional begins.

3.   If you reach the altar or arch before the music ends, don't worry! The music may continue a few measures to reach a graceful cadence. 

4.   For the Wagner Bridal Chorus, wait for the familiar fanfare before you begin your walk down the aisle.

5.   The musician will "go silent" approximately 2 minutes before the first processional. If there is an unanticipated delay before the start of ceremony, designate someone to inform the musician. Be as specific as possible, i.e., "play 10 more minutes, " or "play two more songs." This will avoid awkward silences while your guests await your arrival.

6.   If the wedding party is entering from a place that is difficult to spot or out of view, you may wish to assign someone to approach the musicians and inform them the ceremony is about to begin. That way, there will be no ambiguity

7.   If possible, let the musician know what the officiant's last words will be before the recessional begins. Generally, it is the introduction of the bride and groom, but because this is not always the case, it is best to be certain. The musician may also check with the officiant if the opportunity is available before the ceremony.