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| choosing a song for my bro n my uncles | 8/26/2008 |
Q: my dad passed away when i was a little girl and my brother is going to give me away, so i was wonder ...
A: There are two songs that would be very appropriate. You should listen to the words of both songs to ...
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| Pre-Wedding party invitations | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Our wedding is planned for March 09 in a small beach wedding with only about 20 close friends and ...
A: Write an invitation wording it something like the following -include an RSVP number perhaps your ...
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| bride's processional | 7/30/2008 |
Q: My daughter is getting married next year and we have found a wonderful harpist. The groom, the ...
A: I totally agree with you-the song is excellent and very appropriate. I would definitely use the ...
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| walking up the aisle | 7/23/2008 |
Q: can i walk myself up the aisle, i have no father, fallen out with my brother and feel any other ...
A: You can definitely walk down the aisle by yourself. With what you have described it is definitely ...
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| Songs to dance to | 7/17/2008 |
Q: My sister is getting married and since my father passed away we are going to to a brother/sister ...
A: Listen to the music from the album by ENYA called "A DAY WITHOUT RAIN" I am sure you will find one ...
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| Invitations | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Is it okay to ask for money in my invitations?
A: You are inviting your guests to join you in celebrating your marriage. They traditionally bring a ...
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| Unity Water | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I am getting married October 4th. We are really wanting to do Unity water rather than a Unity ...
A: I suggest going to a nice jewelry store and asking them for some type of clear container. This way ...
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| Unity Water | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I am getting married October 4th. We are really wanting to do Unity water rather than a Unity ...
A: Either the lighting of the unity candle, pouring of the sand or pouring of the unity water are three ...
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| groom/mother song | 6/24/2008 |
Q: my fiance and his mother really dont get along. we are tryn' to find a song for them to dance to ...
A: The safest song I can think of is "What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong. It avoids all the ...
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| Lack of responses | 5/9/2008 |
Q: We invited 350 people to our wedding and have only heard from 200. We are 1 week past the requested ...
A: Please call anyone who have not heard from as many people do not check their email on a daily ...
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| Response Card Mishap | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I just sent out my Invitations and Response Card. The Ceremony & Reception are in different places, ...
A: I think you should send the driections to the ceremony and the location of the reception and ...
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| Response Card Mishap | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I just sent out my Invitations and Response Card. The Ceremony & Reception are in different places, ...
A: Your response card is only for the reception so you know how many people to tell your caterer will ...
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| Father giving away the bride | 4/25/2008 |
Q: When the father walks down the isle and the preacher ask who gives this bride away, shouldn't it be ...
A: Both the father and the mother of the bride should walk the bride down the aisle and both can answer ...
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| Our Daughters wedding | 4/11/2008 |
Q: Our daughter is getting married in summer of 09 they are wanting stations instead of sit down. This ...
A: With 400 guests there is no question that you should have assigned seating. Anything else would only ...
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| Bride's family tradition at Rehearsal Dinner--appropriate? | 3/28/2008 |
Q: Our wedding is in 2 weeks. My fiance's parents are hosting a lovely rehearsal dinner for us. My ...
A: I agree this can cause a bigger rift so let's please everyone. The groom's parents are the hosts of ...
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| wording of invation | 3/25/2008 |
Q: My son will be married in a private ceremony by a judge. My husband and I are planning a reception ...
A: The best way to make the announcement would be something similar to Please join with us in the the ...
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| shall walk along?/ | 3/14/2008 |
Q: The parent of the bride and other close family are not going to be at the wedding. Shall the bride ...
A: There is no problem with the bride walking in by herself. She might feel more comfortable if someone ...
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| dance wording | 2/28/2008 |
Q: I would like to invite my entire work to the dance portion of the reception, how would I word a ...
A: You don't say where your reception is but if you are planning it at a public catering establishment ...
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| Shower Guests | 2/19/2008 |
Q: Is it appropriate to invite guests to a wedding shower who are hosting another party for the bride ...
A: You don't say who you are but the bridal party hosts the shower and I am assuming you are the ...
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| seating at wedding | 1/30/2008 |
Q: My husband's daughter is getting married. Her mother/husband and I get along very well. Her ...
A: Your husband will be escorting his daughter as part of the wedding party entrance. He should sit ...
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| My kids are being used | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I have a sister in law who is 28 years old and is one of 3 children (my husband’s youngest sister). ...
A: I have been thinking about your situation for the past week and trying to come up with a better ...
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| drinks | 1/21/2008 |
Q: we have 120 people comming to an engagement party which is be catered for except drinks, ...
A: I am sorry but I am not familiar with ordering drinks for a reception. Your best answer will cone ...
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| open bar/cash bar | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure how to word my invitations if I will be having an open bar for the cocktail hour, ...
A: I agree it is a tricky situation. The best way is an honest approach. On the invitations state ...
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| Special Song | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I want my brother to give me away at my wedding. I wanted to know what would be a good ...
A: A few songs immediately come to mind as being beautiful for a brother/sister dance -who are close to ...
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| "Best Wishes" or Congratulations | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I know that a bride to be is congratulated by "best wishes" but, once the wedding is official and ...
A: It is definitely better to say "Contratulations" once the wedding is official. It is a much more ...
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| Simple Ceremony | 12/7/2007 |
Q: "Hello..My Fiance and are are planning a wedding in Hawaii in Aug. 08. Many family members cannot ...
A: You can always have a SPIRITUAL COMMITTMENT prior to the actual ceremony. You do not need a ...
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| fast father daughter dance | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I want to grab everyone’s attention in the middle of the father daughter dance by doing a ...
A: A nice idea would be to have the two songs somehow related either by words or theme. An example slow ...
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| i want a big wedding with little money | 10/18/2007 |
Q: my man gave me a $3,000 limit on our wedding but we both want a big wedding what should i do?
A: At this point I would save the money for a time you can have the wedding of your dreams. The other ...
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| Rock Wedding Music | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I have been reading your question and answers but I do not see that this question has been asked. I ...
A: Listen to the songs in Enya's Album "A DAY WITHOU RAIN" You might find exactly what you are looking ...
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| non-traditional/ classic wedding music | 9/24/2007 |
Q: We don't really want to have the traditional wedding marches at our wedding. We have hired a ...
A: Sorry I could not get back to you sooner. I am on tour this week giving seminars Some ideas to ...
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| I need a song to dance with my uncle | 9/11/2007 |
Q: My dad passed away on April Fools Day 2004. It wasn't a fun day at all. We were waiting for him to ...
A: I have been trying to think of a song that would be appropriate. Listen to "I Hope You Dance" by Lee ...
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| wedding | 8/29/2007 |
Q: daughter is getting married. both sets of parents are divorced. what is the appropriate of ...
A: The appropriate announcements are Father of the bride escorted by _____________ Mother of the bride ...
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| wedding | 8/29/2007 |
Q: is it inappropriate for both the mother of the bride and the father of the bride to walk her down ...
A: It is totally appropriate for the mother and father to walk the bride down the aisle-divorced or not ...
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| Sister's second wedding, do I toast and If so what do I say? | 8/24/2007 |
Q: The reception is this weekend in our home town. All family and friends will be there. It is not a ...
A: The appropriate time for the toast is at the beginning-before the food opens. If they are having a ...
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| Family Wedding Dance | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I'm 45 years of age and getting married. I don't want to have a traditional Father/Daughter dance. ...
A: A great song that has some bounce to it is It Had to Be You" .The Harry Connick version from the ...
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| wedding song | 8/6/2007 |
Q: My daughter is 9 years old and has a beautiful voice. Her uncle is getting married and wants her to ...
A: I think the perfect song would be "What A Wonderful World" this was recorded by Louis Armstrong. The ...
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| Music | 7/27/2007 |
Q: My little sister is getting married and I need some help picking out a song to sing for her at the ...
A: My favorite selection would be "What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong.Another favorite is ...
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| Enya? | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I am getting married next August 2008 and am interested in using Enya for my wedding ceremony. I ...
A: You can definitely use keyboard and bass for all your music needs. You can also use a string trio or ...
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| Wedding timeline | 7/7/2007 |
Q: toasts, cake cuttings , garter toss, bouquet toss and so on I have no idea of when these are suppose ...
A: I would have answered your question sooner but I got in at 3 AM from playing 2 weddings yesterday. ...
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| ceremony music for Indian wedding | 7/5/2007 |
Q: Both my fiance and I are Indian, and we are having a very truncated traditional Indian ceremony, ...
A: If you are looking for more unconventional music I can give you several suggestions. ENYA has a ...
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| Finding my dress | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I recently found a picture of the perfect wedding dress online. However, when I went back to find ...
A: I am afraid wedding dresses are out of my area of knowledge. If you contact the editor of BRIDAL ...
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| beach music | 6/28/2007 |
Q: I am getting married on the beach in Jamaica and do not want traditional wedding music for the ...
A: Everything concerning the music will depend on the musicians you hire in Jamaica. If you have a ...
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| Place cards at rehearsal dinner | 6/22/2007 |
Q: We have people coming to the dinner with "guests". We will not know ahead of time what their guests ...
A: The proper way to write our the card (I will use the name of John Smith) is Table 11 John Smith and ...
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| in memory of a deceased mother | 6/20/2007 |
Q: My fiance lost his mother when he was 7 and we would like to play a song in her memory. We havent ...
A: With any song that is selected make sure you listen to all the words. I suggest "What A Wonderful ...
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| Dedication song | 6/17/2007 |
Q: I'm a sister who's brother is getting married and I wanted to sing a song dedicated either to him or ...
A: In my opinion the perfect song for you to sing and dedicate either to him or to both of them is ...
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| Dances | 6/8/2007 |
Q: I need some songs that I can use when I do my cousin dance, my uncle dance, my mother dance and my ...
A: I am listing several songs to consider. Listen to the words for each song to make sure they are ...
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| Bride/Brother wedding dance song | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I just met my father and brother in August of 2006 after 24 years. My father passed away in August ...
A: The best song (my personal opinion) would be "What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong. Listen to ...
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| Mother of the Birde | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I am getting m,married in two weeks and I wanted to do something special for my mother. She has been ...
A: Your mother sounds beyond wonderful. You might consider-instead of throwing the bouquet- presenting ...
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| Post Reception | 5/31/2007 |
Q: My daughter is getting married in St. Thomas only a few friends and family will come. I want to have ...
A: Most post nuptial receptions take place within a month of the wedding.There is no rule of thumb but ...
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| Dedication song for my ring bearer | 5/23/2007 |
Q: My fiance and I have a 2 year old nephew who recently became in remission from retinal cancer. Our ...
A: A song to consider is "What A Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong- the words are beautiful and very ...
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| Dedication song for deseased father | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I am the maid of honor in my friends wedding and her fiance's father passed 2 years ago, they are ...
A: There are several songs to consider "Wind Beneath My Wings" Bette Midler "Through The Years" Kenny ...
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| song for deceased mother | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I am getting married and my mother passed away from cancer when I was 7. I would like to play a song ...
A: There are several songs that come to mind. You should download each song and listen to the lyrics ...
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| Wedding Questions | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I have a few questions regarding weddings in Florida. My boyfriend and I are planning on getting ...
A: To make you feel more relaxed I have had many similar requests. If you are planning a ceremony on a ...
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| Jazz Reception | 4/11/2007 |
Q: I'm having a jazz quartet (piano, drums, sax, bass)do wedding and reception music. Do you have ...
A: Jazz is a style of music. You can take any song and perform it in danceable jazz. If you talk to ...
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| Help on Song Choice | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I have a gentleman singer for our wedding. I am trying to find a song for him to sing while we light ...
A: I am currently out of town and in the middle of an ice storm. I apologize for not getting back to ...
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| first song | 4/2/2007 |
Q: we are thinking about 1st songs & are looking for ideas. we would like to keep the reception fairly ...
A: I apologize for not getting back to you immediately. I am currently out of town on tour and in the ...
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| greek wedding | 3/25/2007 |
Q: I am looking for a greek song to dance with my dad at my wedding. Any suggestions?
A: Each section of Greece has a specific music order after the traditional Greek Bridal Dance.I have ...
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| Music to acompany my walk down the aisle | 3/16/2007 |
Q: My father and I had a very close relationship he died when I was seven and now that he's not here to ...
A: I apologize for not responding yesterday to you inquiry. We were hit with an ice storm and I had to ...
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| Need something more modern | 3/5/2007 |
Q: More than likely both my brothers will be giving me away at my wedding and at the reception I would ...
A: Two songs that immediately come to mind are "I Hope You Dance" by Lee Ann Womack and "What A ...
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| gratuity and father of the bride speech | 2/28/2007 |
Q: What is an appropriate amount of gratuity for a string qauartet playing at the church for 1.5 hours? ...
A: I am asked the question about gratuity many times. The best way to answer the question is as ...
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| A song for bride and brides son | 2/8/2007 |
Q: Is there a song appropriate enough for a Bride and the Brides son (who is 10) to dance to. My father ...
A: A very appropriate song for the bride and her son to dance to is "What A Wonderful World" by Louis ...
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| dance with my father song | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I need a song to dance with my father. I am 47 and did not have a wedding the first time around. My ...
A: A few suggestions to consider are "I Hope You Dance" by Lee Ann Womack and "What A Wonderful World" ...
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| Wedding Reception | 2/2/2007 |
Q: We are getting married on the beach in Florida. We are from Mississippi and planning a reception ...
A: I am totally in favor of your idea of your guests going out to dinner. There is no need to have a ...
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| prelude songs | 1/27/2007 |
Q: I'm having a semi-informal outdoor wedding. My prelude music will have lyrics. Here's what I am ...
A: I absolutely love what you are doing- total approval. All the songs are great . The only one I am ...
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| Inviting people to the wedding and reception | 12/26/2006 |
Q: I am planning my wedding and would like to have it a small wedding with just family and a few ...
A: My computer was down and I did not get your request until Today-Thursday. I would be honest in the ...
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| ceremony instruments | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I am getting married in a large, traditional Catholic cathedral. A good friend of mine is a singer, ...
A: You can use a harpist to accompany the singer. If you are using strings (violins and cello) you need ...
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| Mother -Son song | 11/28/2006 |
Q: Can you give some suggestions for this? Thanks
A: Some of my favorite Mother-Son songs are "Through The Years" by Kenny Rogers "What A Wonderful ...
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| Our song | 11/14/2006 |
Q: I have a question. The song that my fiance and I most enjoy is "She's Everything" by Brad Paisley. ...
A: Since the song by Brad Paisley is so important I would definitely use it as the first dance. It is ...
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| music for wedding | 11/14/2006 |
Q: I am planning my wedding and would like to know some suggestions on music! I am having someone sing ...
A: Go to www.sheetmusicplus.com Enter the name of a group and all their published music will be ...
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| Wedding Ceremony music | 10/4/2006 |
Q: I'm trying to decide on cermony music for my precessional as the bride. I wanted to do something a ...
A: A beautiful idea- and I have done this with several brides for their weddings ceremonies in church ...
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| Opinion | 9/16/2006 |
Q: I have spent the past month continuously updating and editing a list of songs for my wedding and I ...
A: The Uncke Kracker song can work. If you are having a DJ-simply ask him to delete those words. Sting ...
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| dedication song for my sister | 9/5/2006 |
Q: I am trying to find a dedication song for my sister to play during the ceremony....any ideas on what ...
A: A few ideas to consider sonce the two of you are close "Wind Beneath My Wings" by Bette Middler ...
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| cermony music | 9/1/2006 |
Q: My wedding in 2/24/07. I am having a keyboard player for the cermony. I know I want for my entrance ...
A: Several great ideas for bridal party are "Prince Of Denmark" (also known as "Rondeau" or "Trumpet ...
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| Music at Reception Yes orNo? | 8/31/2006 |
Q: We are having a dinner reception at a golf course at 6pm and they require us to be finished by 10:30 ...
A: There should be no problem having a DJ for the full reception. Dancing after dinner is the European ...
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| nyc discount tuxedo | 7/20/2006 |
Q: I've been invited to a black tie wedding and I'd like to purchase a tux. Any advice on places to ...
A: Call me friend MIKE at DANTE TUXEDOS 516-334-0009 He can do this for you through the mail. Mention ...
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| Niece/Uncle Dance | 7/8/2006 |
Q: My daughter's father and I are divorced. Her father will be at the wedding; however,my brother is ...
A: An appropriate songs for the neice/uncle dance is "I Hope You Dance" by Lee Ann Womack If she has ...
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| Ceremony Music | 6/20/2006 |
Q: My fiance's mom's best friend wants to sing a song at our wedding, and we would like for her to sing ...
A: If you research KAROAKE on the internet with the song title and name of the group -you can buy a CD ...
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| brother/sister dance | 5/25/2006 |
Q: I haven t seen my father in 15 years, so my brother will be giving me away. I was wondering about a ...
A: You are not alone in this situation. I have been approached with similar inquirires many times. Some ...
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| Dedication/Ceremony Song | 4/27/2006 |
Q: My brother is getting married in January and I am the best man. They would like me to sing a song ...
A: The selection of the song depends on your vocal capability and how comfortable you are with the ...
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| Ceremony Music | 3/22/2006 |
Q: hope you can help me... I'm trying to eliminate an organist for my ceremony. I have a soloist that ...
A: Some of my favorite selections for bridal party as well as prior to bridal party entrance are ...
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| matron, moh, and bridesmaids | 2/13/2006 |
Q: I would like to know if the matron and MOHs should have a different dress from the bridesmaids? My ...
A: A suggestion is to reverse the colors with the same dress. The Matron Of Honor and the two Maids Of ...
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| Music flow... | 2/6/2006 |
Q: We wanted to make a mixed CD of our favorite music to be played as an addition to the live country ...
A: If you are having a country performer I think it is a great idea for a CD that will have other ...
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| dancing | 12/28/2005 |
Q: I hope you are well. I just got engaged two days ago and one thing I know for sure-my fiance and I ...
A: Everything depends if you are having a band or a DJ. If you are having a band it is easy to select ...
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| reception | 9/25/2005 |
Q: I will be getting married bit have a problem. I have a terrible fear of dancing. Both famlies and ...
A: You are not alone with this fear. Many brides feel the same way. The easiest solution is to ...
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| Wedding Ceremony Music | 8/4/2005 |
Q: I am looking for some unconventional wedding ceremony music. I will be having string instruments ...
A: There is beautiful music by ENYA . I just had a string quartet play her music for a wedding ...
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| Mother/Son Song | 5/16/2005 |
Q: My fiance is having trouble finding a song to fit the mother/son song. He doesn't really have a ...
A: This question comes up quite often. Here are some ideas to consider-check out the words to the songs ...
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| Music | 5/7/2005 |
Q: I want to have a dj at my wedding, but all my friends think a band would be more suitable, so which ...
A: First and most important- this is your wedding-not your friends wedding. You should have what you ...
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| cut back | 5/6/2005 |
Q: I am trying to save on my reception and I allready cut back on my flowers. I am now considering ...
A: The two areas you should never cut back on are FOOD and MUSIC. These arethe two most important ...
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| SONG | 5/3/2005 |
Q: Can you give me some ideas for a mother son dance?
A: My favorite song for Mother and Son Dance is "Through The Years" by Kenny Rogers. The words are very ...
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| Bachelor Party | 4/15/2005 |
Q: I am looking for bachelor party ideas in Milwaukee, WI or states close by. Can you help?
A: I am not familiar with the facilities in Milwaukee but here are several ideas that clients of mine ...
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| Ceremonial music | 2/1/2005 |
Q: What would you recommend be played during a wedding ceremony in the genres of classical and ...
A: I am not familiar with any extensive Christian Music. My favorite classical choices are Bridal ...
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| Singing to My Groom at the reception | 1/21/2005 |
Q: I want to find the perfect song to sing to my groom at our reception. I want to find something that ...
A: My favorite song in the style and meaning you are trying to convey is "The Way You Look Tonight" by ...
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| Moderators for WeddingForums.net Forums | 1/17/2005 |
Q: Do yo know much about the wedding webspace online? I'm wondering where I can find knowledgeable ...
A: I can definitely be of great assistance to you. I am listed as the wedding expert on several bridal ...
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| Fashion | 12/12/2004 |
Q: I am planning to create my own brand name, start selling 'purse' I designed, I found several ...
A: Let me apologize for the delay in answering this question. I sent you a response as soon as I ...
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| Alcohol at the reception | 11/22/2004 |
Q: I was wondering if I could get any advice regarding providing alcohol at the our reception. The ...
A: There is nothing wrong with having an alchohol free wedding-many brides are doing that. It ...
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| Italian music | 7/2/2004 |
Q: Firstly let me thank you for volunteering your expertise in this area, I really appreciate this ...
A: The best suggestion I can offer is to go to a major record store- like Tower Records etc. Go to ...
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| Ceremony Help | 6/21/2004 |
Q: I am having a casual outdoor wedding. I need some suggestions for the Interlude, Processional and ...
A: If you are looking for untraditional ceremony music - listen to the music of ENYA. It is beautiful ...
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| Mariachi and ceremony music | 6/15/2004 |
Q: My fiance is Mexican and to incorporate his family's culture into the wedding we have chosen to have ...
A: I am very familiar with every aspect of your question. I have been asked similar questions many ...
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| music | 5/31/2004 |
Q: What are your thoughts for a disc jockey instead of a band? What are the advantages of each? ...
A: There are several things to consider here. Budget as opposed to elegance is the most important.A ...
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| wedding song | 3/26/2004 |
Q: I am looking for a song to play at my wedding in memory of my deceased father. Could you name a few ...
A: Some of the sensitive songs you might consider are Wind Beneath My Wings (Bette Middler) I Hope You ...
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| Matron of honor duties | 3/8/2004 |
Q: Question for you - Is it supposed to be a shower for the bride to be and also a bachelorette party ...
A: You are correct is assuming it is both.It sounds like you are very close to the bride and I am sure ...
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| My daughter is getting married... | 1/17/2004 |
Q: My daughter is getting married in May. In November, she asked my son to be in her wedding along ...
A: I totally agree with you. Since he accepted he should be paying for the two tuxedos and the dress. ...
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