Chase Music & Entertainment. Miami wedding bands, wedding musicians, and wedding music for South Florida weddings. Miami Florida USA.		| Strings | Harp | Brass Quintet | | Flute and Keyboard | Classical Guitar | Smooth Jazz | | Musical Suggestions | FAQs | --> Listen to Wedding Ceremony Music Samples <-- HOLLYWOOD STRINGS The Hollywood Strings is one of the most polished and elegant performing groups in the Miami area, and since its founding in 1989, has become one of the most prominent ensembles in the wedding industry. Performing over 75 times per year, the group is in great demand for public and private events of every kind. It is by far the most VERSATILE classical ensemble that we have come across. Another factor that sets the HOLLYWOOD STRINGS apart is its range and versatility. It is constantly expanding and refining its repertoire, and its original adaptations of, for example, movie themes, has set the standard. The Quartet brings the same care and attention to Classical, Romantic and baroque Classics; Opera Favorites; Jazz and Ragtime Classics; Beloved Waltzes and Tangos; and Traditional Melodies from the Italian, Russian, French, American and Jewish Traditions. Whatever the wedding - Public or Private, Joyous or Serious, Lavish or Modest - the Hollywood Strings is ready to make it even more memorable. HARPIST The harp is a romantic instrument with roots deep in music history. The soothing melodies create a relaxed atmosphere and enhance the overall mood of any special event especially a wedding. The harp is always thought of as the most beautiful of instruments. Not just for its soothing sound, but also for its great visual appeal. Our harpist will be happy to consult with you and help choose selections appropriate to the style and mood of your ceremony. Although usually a solo performance, our harpist can easily work with additional musicians such as a flutist, violinist or guitarist if you so desire. IMPERIAL BRASS Did you ever wish you could find the PERFECT brass group for fanfares and weddings? Well, The Imperial Brass was founded by alumni of the University of Miami, who happen to be the finest musicians in the area. These gents commonly work in the Florida Philharmonic and the New World Symphony. This excellent brass quintet has an extensive repertoire of popular and classical music... probably the largest of any quintet in Florida and they are happy to make special arrangements by request. The Imperial Brass are the perfect choice when you want classical music at an outdoor ceremony, where the sound has to carry or when you need to make a dramatic statement. The Imperial Brass gives concerts, plays at festivals, product launches, meetings, weddings, and all kinds of special events. They have received rave reviews in the Miami Herald and the Palm Beach Post. They have played for heads of state, corporate titans, and major, well known celebrities and public figures such as Donald Trump, Prince Charles, and Edward Kennedy. FLUTE AND KEYBOARD This duo is the essence of contemporary romance. The sweet melody tones of the flute will prepare the hearts and minds of your guests for the vows you are about to share with them. This duo can produce the sound of a much larger compliment through the additional instrumentation found on the electronic keyboard. In this way, our duos provide you more music on a smaller budget. CLASSICAL GUITAR In recent years, South Florida has been the fortunate recipient of several Russian émigrés who happen to be WORLD CLASS artists in the field of classical guitar. We are pleased to present to you the finest, most accomplished guitarists working in the wedding arena. Our company has handpicked only the best of the best, considering things like attitude, promptness, versatility, and of course talent! We can help you select the perfect artist for your wedding: whether that be a traditional guitarist, or a flamenco performer, or a light-classics master. Most of our staff can easily switch into love songs, standards and light jazz as well. SCOTTY K, Master of Smooth Jazz In all of South Florida, you will not find a more sensitive artist on the flute than Scotty K, Master of smooth Jazz. If your tastes lean towards the contemporary, as opposed to the classical, there can be no finer choice for your wedding ceremony than this extraordinary musician. His talents range from romantic ballads to "new age" magical music; songs from Broadway, classic movie themes, top-40 power ballads, and the greatest "Love" standards of the pop music repertoire. As a soloist with his computerized tracks, or with a keyboardist, or with strings, Scotty is pleased to work closely with you to create a magnificent ceremony as unique and special as you are. Put your personal signature on your ceremony with Scotty K and the greatest music of the twentieth century. MUSICAL SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR CEREMONY FROM CHASE Listen to Wedding Ceremony Music Samples Pachelbel-Canon in D (Traditional Processional) Wagner-Bridal Chorus (Here Comes the Bride) (Traditional Processional) Mendelssohn-Wedding March (Traditional Recessional) Handel-Royal Fireworks Overture Purcell-Trumpet Voluntary (Traditional Processional or Recessional) JS Bach-Chorale from Cantata 147 (Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring) JS Bach-Flute Sonata in Eb (Siciliano) JS Bach-Brandenburg Concerto #3 JS Bach-Air on a G String (Traditional Processional) Saint Seans-The Swan Gluck-Dance of the Blessed Spirits Vivaldi-Four Seasons (Spring) Vivaldi-Guitar Concerto in D (Largo) From This Moment On (Shania Twain) Sunrise, Sunset (Jewish) Simantov and Mazeltov (Traditional Jewish Recessional) Bashana (Jewish) Erev Ba (Traditional Jewish Processional) Jerusalem of Gold (Jewish) Borhki Nafshee (Jewish) Erev Shel Shoshanim (Jewish) In the Window (Jewish) Theme from "Ice Castles" Theme from "The Rose" Theme from "Somewhere in Time" Somewhere Out There We've Only Just Begun When You Wish Upon a Star Webber-All I Ask Of You FAQS A WORD ABOUT YOUR CEREMONY You stand in the foyer of your temple or church in your wedding dress. You watch the regal procession of your wedding party down the main aisle of your church. Now it is your turn to begin your climactic walk. Your guests stand facing you, eagerly awaiting your entrance. You take the first step, but WAIT! Where's the music?!! Could you imagine walking down the aisle to nothing but the sound of your own heart beating? This example illustrates the importance of music to your wedding ceremony. "No other single element of your celebration has the power to move your guests and engage the emotions of all in attendance the way beautiful music does". In this article we discuss music for each part of the wedding ceremony, first by describing the role of music, and then by recommending selections that most successfully accomplish it. ESTABLISHING MOOD - THE PRELUDE The Prelude is an interval of music starting 20 to 30 minutes prior to your ceremony. During the Prelude, your music provider establishes the mood for your wedding. The choice of appropriate mood is entirely up to you, and you may use vocal or instrumental music to create it. A string ensemble playing violin concertos by Vivaldi will create an elegant mood. An organist playing liturgical selections will create a religious mood symbolizing the importance of this day. A vocalist singing contemporary love ballads will create a romantic mood. Or perhaps, you may desire ethnic selections, creating a variety of different moods. One general rule applies to your Prelude selections: the music should not be dance oriented, and should be played at a volume that creates suitable background for prayer, reflection, and light conversation. While the Prelude music plays, the ushers escort your guests to their seats. The groom's mother, father, and finally the bride's mother are the last people escorted to their seats. We have found that playing a majestic classical work with a quick tempo can dramatically capture the guests' attention and announce the beginning of the wedding ceremony. Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke) or Trumpet Tune and Air (Purcell) are ideal choices, due to their strong march rhythms. The music should continue until the aisle carpet has been unrolled. The Processional may now begin. SETTING THE PACE - THE PROCESSIONAL Your ceremony begins with the entrance of the wedding party. Normally, the ushers lead the procession, followed by the bridesmaids, maid of honor, the ring bearer, and the flower girl. The music "...should have a clearly audible cadence so that it is easy for you and your attendants to keep time while walking." The music begins softly, and gradually increases in volume until the bride's entrance. If the same selection is also used for the bride's entrance, there must me a noticeable increase in volume when she is ready to enter. The haunting melody and driving rhythm (cello combined with violin playing pizzicato) of Pachelbel's Canon have made it a very popular Processional piece. THE BIG MOMENT - THE BRIDE'S ENTRANCE The bride's entrance is the most important moment of the wedding day. The music that is played greatly contributes to this lifelong memory. Its role is to announce the bride and focus all attention on her. The volume must be significantly louder than the music played for the attendants. With each step, the bride is assisted by the driving rhythm of the music. Synonymous with the wedding ceremony, the Bridal Chorus will instantly proclaim your entrance. Or if you prefer, the breathtaking violin arpeggios of the Arrival of the Queen of Sheba are sure to create a lasting impression. CONGRATULATIONS! - THE RECESSIONAL The end of the ceremony is usually marked by the bridal kiss or the announcement of the newly married couple. The bride and groom exit arm in arm, followed by the flower girl and ring bearer, the maid of honor and best man, and bridesmaid/usher pairs. Music should be majestic and played with a quick tempo. The regal melody and powerful orchestration of Ode to Joy will proclaim your union to your guests. THE POSTLUDE The Postlude begins after the Recessional. Since the music expresses your joy, it should be fast and triumphant. If you form a receiving line after your ceremony, music should be played until all guests have been greeted. Chase Music & Entertainment Miami Wedding Bands 115 South 21st Avenue Hollywood, Florida 33020 Dade: (305) 940-4882 Broward: (954) 926-6406 Serving Miami and South Florida Weddings with Wedding Bands since 1975. | About Us | Ceremony | Reception | Rehearsal | Disc Jockeys | Contact Us | This web site uses Windows Media and QuickTime for Video Playback.