| One of the most exciting elements of the | | | | artist. Bob Marley, Beanie Man, Cocoa Tea, |
| wedding ceremony is the reception. At the | | | | Nasio and King Jammy are well liked reggae |
| reception, friends and family are bound to | | | | artists. |
| share positive sentiments and good cheer as | | | | |
| they usher the new couple into their marital | | | | Some couples choose to take dancing lessons |
| union. | | | | so that they can perform a certain dance for |
| | | | their first dance as husband and wife. If you |
| It is vital that the couple assess how well | | | | have taken formal ballroom dancing lessons, |
| their musical preferences mesh with the | | | | you might like to play musical selections |
| reception venue. Because wedding party songs | | | | that enhance that romantic tone. Classical |
| underscore the mood of the party, it is | | | | waltzes and fox trots are highly reminiscent |
| important to consider the type of music to be | | | | of bygone eras. Artists such as Frank Sinatra |
| played. At the end of your wedding | | | | will surely enhance the romantic atmosphere |
| celebrations, you want to make sure that | | | | of the dance floor. |
| everyone has had a good time. Music can | | | | |
| greatly increase the potential for a joyful | | | | Always remember to think about the words of |
| wedding party. | | | | the music you select. Many people choose fun |
| | | | or popular songs without realizing that the |
| It is possible that the theme and location of | | | | words expressed are not positive endearments. |
| your wedding may guide musical selections. | | | | For example, Whitney Houston's breathtaking |
| For example, weddings with distinctly beach | | | | rendition of "I Will Always Love You" is not |
| oriented or Caribbean influences might | | | | a declaration of love, but a discussion of a |
| dictate that wedding party songs reflect | | | | breakup. Many couples select versions of this |
| those thematic choices. It would be | | | | song while ignorant of its true message. |
| appropriate then, to play soca, calypso, or | | | | |
| reggae tunes. | | | | Wedding party songs may also reflect the |
| | | | heritage of the couple. Couples may use |
| Soca is a form of dance music native to | | | | their musical selections to highlight |
| Trinidad. Heavily influenced by Indian | | | | cultural roots. This is not only appropriate, |
| instruments and Caribbean drumming, it is a | | | | but ideal because it will honor your |
| fusion of soul, calypso and percussion | | | | heritage. |
| melodies. Machal Montano, Kevin Little, | | | | |
| Alyson Hinds and Mama Verde are popular | | | | If you are Irish, Senegalese, Puerto Rican or |
| contemporary soca artists. | | | | from another nation, you may want to consider |
| | | | invoking those musical influences into the |
| Calypso music is similar to soca, except it | | | | musical repertoire. Be sure to make your |
| is more heavily influenced by its African and | | | | music inclusive. This is particularly |
| French roots. This form of music is common | | | | important when representing diverse |
| not only to Trinidad, but to many other | | | | heritages. |
| British and Fresh Caribbean islands. The | | | | |
| Mighty Sparrow is a classic calypso artist. | | | | Choosing wedding party songs is a fun task. |
| | | | Simply remember to be true to the location |
| Reggae music has varied throughout the years. | | | | and style of your wedding. Additionally, be |
| Its influences are widespread and the tone | | | | sensitive to the preferences of both the |
| of this genre varies greatly from artist to | | | | bride and groom. |