Weddings: Music
In view of the sacred nature of the wedding ceremony, careful consideration should be given to the choice of music. The purpose of the music is to praise God, not a loved one. Apply this test: is it music that could be used at a regular Worship Service without offense? – does it have the same dignity and theology as the spoken ceremony? You will need to consult with the Director of Music Ministry before selecting music for your wedding. Romantic and popular songs are more appropriate for receptions or rehearsal dinners and are not permitted at the wedding itself.
The Organist of First United Methodist Church serves as the organist for all weddings. The use of pre-recorded music is not appropriate in our sanctuary.
The couple may choose any soloist they wish, giving due consideration to the size and nature of the Sanctuary. Choir robes are available if a singer wishes to wear one.
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Standard Organ Music for Weddings
Dr. Kiyo Watanabe, organist |
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| Prelude Music [for about 20 minutes] |
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| “Air for the G String” |
Johann Sebastian Bach
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| “Bist Du Bei Mir” |
Johann Sebastian Bach
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| “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” |
Johann Sebastian Bach
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| “Sheep May Safely Graze” |
Johann Sebastian Bach
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| “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” |
arr. Michael Burkhardt
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| “Rigaudon” |
André Campra
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| “Air II” from Water Music |
George Frideric Handel
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| “Allegro Maestoso” from Water Music |
George Frideric Handel
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| “O Perfect Love” |
arr. Robert Hebble
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| “Now Thank We All Our God” |
Sigfried Karg-Elert
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| “God of Grace and God of Glory” |
arr. Paul Manz
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| “Rondeau” |
Joseph Mouret
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| “Canon in D” |
Johann Pachelbel
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| “Trumpet Voluntary” |
John Stanley
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| “Spring” from Four Seasons |
Antonio Vivaldi
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| “Prelude in Classic Style” |
Gordon Young
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Seating of Mothers
[optional] |
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| “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” |
Johann Sebastian Bach
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| “Sheep May Safely Graze” |
Johann Sebastian Bach
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| * “Canon in D” * |
Johann Pachelbel
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Vocal Solo after Seating of Mothers
[optional] |
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Procession of Bridal Party
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| “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” |
Johann Sebastian Bach
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| * “Trumpet Voluntary” * |
Jeremiah Clarke
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| “Canon in D” |
Johann Pachelbel
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| Entrance of Bride | |
| “Trumpet Voluntary” |
Jeremiah Clarke
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| “Trumpet Tune” |
Henry Purcell
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| * “Bridal Chorus” * |
Richard Wagner
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Vocal Solo at Lighting of Unity Candle or after The Lord’s Prayer
[optional] |
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| * “The Lord’s Prayer” * |
Albert Hay Malotte
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| Recessional | |
| “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” |
arr. Michael Burkhardt
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| “Allegro Maestoso” from Water Music |
George Frideric Handel
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| * “Wedding March” * |
Felix Mendelssohn
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| “Toccata” from Symphony No. 5 |
Charles-Marie Widor
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* the most common pieces *
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