What can Albert S Entertainment
do for your
Wedding Reception?
Ceremony Music
If you are having
the ceremony and the reception at the same facility, we will provide all the
background music while your guests arrive.
Classical wedding music is customary, while contemporary love songs may
also be used. Custom selections or
standard musical pieces are played for the seating of the parents, the
bridesmaid’s procession, and the bride’s entrance. Musical interludes may also be played during
the lighting of the unity candle and/or presentation of flowers to the
mothers. Upon completion of the ceremony
a trumpet voluntary or traditional recessional is played as the bride and groom
exit.
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Background /
Cocktail Music
While the guests
arrive, we are playing light jazz and contemporary instrumentals. The music is low-key, and the volume is
unobtrusive, allowing your guests the opportunity to converse with friends and
family.
Formal Introductions
Usually,
after the ceremony, the photographer will take all the formal “posed”
shots. Once everyone is ready and
gathered, we will line everyone up in their formal order. The introductions are made to music of either
your choice, or the entertainer’s recommendations.
First Dance
The bride and groom can celebrate their
first dance at any point throughout the reception. Many choose to share that dance immediately
after the introductions, while others wait until after the meal. In either scenario, wedding etiquette states
that no one should dance until the bride & groom have celebrated their
dance first.
Blessing / Toast
The blessing and/or toast usually occurs
just prior to the meal being served. We
will gather everyone’s attention and direct them as each event takes place.
Parent’s Dances
The parent’s dances are traditionally
performed immediately after the “First Dance.”
The bride first dances with her father, and then the groom will follow
with his mother. Other relatives or
siblings can share the special dance if so desired. These dances may also be shared with multiple
parents / relatives / siblings. Parent’s
dances may also be interspersed throughout a multi-course meal.
Bridal Party Dance
The bridal party can either join the
Bride & Groom halfway through their “First Dance,” or they can have their
own dance, usually after the parent’s dances.
Let’s Dance
After the formal dances have been
completed, we encourage everyone to join in on the dance floor. We will then play a mix of music from you and
your guest’s requests, and our knowledge of proven favorites. We coordinate any special activities with the
photographer and video photographer to ensure they capture those special
moments.
Cake Cutting
If the cake is being served as dessert,
the cake cutting is done immediately after dinner, before any formal dancing;
otherwise, the cake is usually cut approximately one hour before the end of
your event. We will coordinate with the
catering staff, the photographer, the video photographer, and the bride and
groom when the appropriate time arrives.
We always remain flexible to accommodate any changes in timeframes.
Bouquet & Garter Toss
Sometime during the general dancing, we
will host the tradition of removing the garter and tossing the bouquet and garter. As with the cake cutting, we will coordinate
our activities with the appropriate people to ensure they capture this
fun-filled moment. Be assured that we
will treat this activity in the decorum specified by you, and with respect to
those who capture the bouquet and garter.
“Dollar” Dance / “Money” Dance
Some bridal couples decide to have a
“Dollar” Dance, where the bride and groom, individually, spend a few moments
dancing with each of their guests. The
guests, in turn, give a “gift” of money in appreciation of having an
opportunity to dance with either the bride and/or groom. If this dance is chosen, we will initiate the
activity and direct everyone on how to proceed with the festivities. Usually, slow dance music is played during
this segment; however, some Polish traditions call for lively polkas to be
played.
Group Activities
There are many songs which initiate
group participation, and generate guest involvement. If you so desire, we will incorporate some of
these activities into the reception, in order to get your guests involved. Some activities may include: The Chicken
Dance, YMCA, Locomotion (Train), Macarena, Hokey Pokey, and so on. We incorporate novel and unique approaches to
ensure that everyone has fun when doing these fun activities.
Line Dances
Ever since the “Electric Slide,” the
line dancing phenomenon has been very popular at weddings. Current country songs, like “Boot Scootin’
Boogie” have also sprouted popular line dances.
Old time classics as “Hang On Sloopy”, “
Last Dance
Wrapping up the memorable event with an
appropriate song is always suggested. A
slow romantic ballad usually lingers in your guest’s memory when they recall
your special day. You may pick a special
song with meaning, or we can pick one from the requests, or provide one from
our vast repertoire of musical selections.
Final Good-bye’s
The bride and groom will be hugging and
kissing everyone as they depart, hearing from all their guests what a wonderful
time they had, and how much fun they enjoyed.
* Please note these are just a suggestion
of events. Your reception should be as
unique and original as you want it to be.
You may personalize your reception schedule any way you choose (see our
Reception Planner Worksheet). The
details of your reception can be coordinated during any of your consultations.
Albert S Entertainment
(302)
218-6364
Albert@FormalAndFun.com
www.FormalAndFun.com