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Here is a selection of Q&As from Your North West Wedding magazine whether it be about flowers, hair and makeup, fashion, wedding themes, health & beauty, cakes, stationery, legal advice. If you would like your question answered by our experts, please email it to editor@yournorthwest.wedding
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Music To My Ears
| Q | We're looking for elegant music for our ceremony. Do you have any ideas? |
| A | Charli Daw says: Choosing music for your wedding day can be an enjoyable yet overwhelming task. At Harmony String Quartet, we're here to assist with all your musical needs. To set the perfect ambiance as your guests arrive, we recommend starting with classical selections that exude sophistication. Options like Pachelbel's Canon in D, Air on the G String by Bach and Clair de Lune by Debussy create a beautiful atmosphere in any ceremony setting. As the service progresses, consider a blend of soft classical and modern choices. Heartwarming pieces such as All of Me by John Legend, Can't Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley and A Thousand Years by Christina Perri can enhance the emotional moments of the day. |
Charli Daw, Harmony String Quartet
Family Friendly
| Q | We have lots of children coming to our wedding. Do you have any ideas for keeping them entertained throughout the day? |
| A | Jane Colman says: There are lots of suppliers out there that offer varied activities suitable for children as well as young-at-heart adults. I have come across all manner of oversized games, as well as magicians, photo booths, bouncy castles and alpacas! Try to determine how many children there will be at your wedding and their ages. There is nothing worse than having entertainment that is not suitable for a particular age group. If you would like to include children's entertainment, speak to suppliers; there may be things they can include that cater to a range of ages. Don't just assume what is advertised is all they have to offer; some suppliers may like to be given suggestions that they may not have thought about. We welcome suggestions and try to accommodate them where we can. For example, as well as spending time with our alpacas, we have a colouring competition for the children. |
Jane Colman, Wreay Syke Alpacas
Music To My Ears
| Q | My fiancé and I are having an elegant celebration and we're thinking of hiring a string quartet. Do you have any advice on how we can have a classic theme while still keeping the music modern? |
| A | Charli Daw says: Opting for a classic theme while infusing modern elements into your string quartet's repertoire can create a wonderful atmosphere for your wedding day. For example, our approach is to blend traditional classical pieces with contemporary arrangements. We offer modern interpretations of timeless classics, seamlessly blending the sophistication of classical music with the freshness of contemporary sounds. Together, we can work closely to curate a playlist that strikes the perfect balance between classic and modern pieces. Communicate your vision and preferences with your supplier to ensure that the music complements the overall ambiance of your event while still feeling current and relevant. Ultimately, the key is to personalise the music to reflect your tastes and create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. We encourage you to select songs that hold special meaning to you both, and in some cases, they can be arranged to suit a string quartet. This allows you to maintain the elegance of your celebration while incorporating music that resonates with your personal style. |
Charli Daw, Harmony String Quartet
