More Muzak

Another thing our girls find tough is coming up with clever first dance songs. Not only is it tough to find a sweet one with the right lyrics and tempo, but there are a few other things to consider.

Quick tips from the pros:

1.) Ask your wedding planner to confirm with the band that they will learn 1-2 songs for you, if need be. Make sure you give them ample notice to purchase sheet music, practice, and perfect your song- it’s not a fly-by-the-seat-of-yer-pants situation with professional bands!

2.) Avoid using a cd where possible. You’ve hired a live band for a reason, and word to the wise? Your lead singer isn’t ever going to sound like James Taylor or Van Morrison. Embrace it. Let them sound authentically them.

3.) Take dance lessons. I know, I know, you’re bizzy- aren’t we all? No matter how much rhythm you have in your blood, it isn’t enough. Lessons put a polish on that first dance, which sets the tone for the evening (and raises the bar!)

Great first dance songs:

That’s How Strong My Love Is, Otis Redding (the Taj Mahal version below)

Signed, Sealed, Delivered, Stevie Wonder

You Send Me, Sam Cooke

These Arms of Mine, Otis Redding

Dream A Little Dream of Me, Mama Cass (Louis Armstrong version)

Nothing Can Change This Love, Sam Cooke

The Way You Look Tonight, Frank Sinatra

At Last, Etta James (but ONLY if you have a killer female lead!)

It Had to Be You, Frank Sinatra

You Are the Best Thing, Ray LaMontagne

What will your first dance be?