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Listen to Sound Clips

This is not an exhaustive list, but a compilation of sound clips of commonly requested music for weddings. You are not limited to just the pieces listed in the repertoire, but rather, it is a springboard for ideas.  I'd be happy to design a program specifically tailored to your event and needs. See playlists for a more detailed list of ideas.

To download mp3 samples of Alice's playing, click on the related link. Additional sound clips may be added upon request.

For ideas and sample programs, click here.


Classical   Contemporary   Sacred   Jewish   Original   Mixed Medleys   Christmas   Other   Playlists  

CLASSICAL  [Top]

Air on the G String, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano]
Arioso, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Bridal Chorus, by Richard Wagner
   Also known as "Here Comes the Bride" or "Bridal March"
[Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Bridal March, by Wagner/Jonathan Cain
   This is the same traditional march played in a contemporary style.
[Listen: Piano]
Jazz Bridal Chorus, arr. by Alice Yau
   This is the same traditional march played in a jazzy style.
[Listen: Piano]
Canon in D, by Johann Pachelbell [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Larghetto, by G. F. Handel [Listen: Piano]
Largo from Xerxes, by G. F. Handel [Listen: Piano]
Ode to Joy, by Ludwig van Beethoven [Listen: Harp]
Panis Angelicus, by Cesar Franck [Listen: Piano]
Pictures at an Exhibition, by Modest Mussorsky [Listen: Piano]
Prelude in C, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Processional, by Linda Wood
   A great alternative to the traditional Bridal March, this piece highlights the beautiful sounds of the harp.
[Listen: Harp]
Rigaudon, by Andre Campra [Listen: Organ]
Sakura [Listen: Harp]
Sheep May Safely Graze, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Siciliano, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano]
Suite from Water Music - Air, by G. F. Handel [Listen: Piano]
Suite from Water Music - Allegro Maestoso, by G. F. Handel [Listen: Organ]
Suite from Water Music - Allegro Vivace, by G. F. Handel [Listen: Piano]
The Heavens Declare the Glory of God (Psalm XIX), by Benedetto Marcello [Listen: Organ]
Trumpet Tune in C, by Henry Purcell [Listen: Piano]
Trumpet Voluntary, by Jeremiah Clarke [Listen: Piano]
Wedding March from Midsummer's Night Dream, by Felix Mendelssohn
   Traditionally used as the Recessional
[Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Wedding March from The Marriage of Figaro, by W. A. Mozart [Listen: Piano]

 

CONTEMPORARY  [Top]

100 Years, by Five for Fighting [Listen: Piano]
A Time for Us from Romeo & Juliet [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
A Whole New World from Aladdin [Listen: Piano]
All I Ask of You from Phantom of the Opera [Listen: Piano]
At Last [Listen: Piano]
Beauty and the Beast from Beauty and the Beast [Listen: Piano]
Bridal March, by Wagner/Jonathan Cain
   This is the traditional march played in a contemporary style.
[Listen: Piano]
Can You Feel the Love Tonight? from Lion King [Listen: Piano]
(Everything I Do) I Do It for You, by Bryan Adams, Robert Lange, & Michael Kamen [Listen: Piano]
Eyes on Me from Final Fantasy VIII [Listen: Piano]
Have I Told You Lately? by Van Morrison [Listen: Piano]
Longer, by Daniel Fogelberg [Listen: Piano]
Love Story (Where Do I Begin?), by Francis Lai  [Listen: Piano]
Moon River from Breakfast at Tiffany's [Listen: Harp]
My Heart Will Go On from Titanic [Listen: Harp]
O from Cirque du Soleil [Listen: Piano]
Right Here Waiting, by Richard Marx [Listen: Piano]
Somewhere Out There from An American Tail [Listen: Piano]
Sunrise, Sunset from Fiddler on the Roof [Listen: Piano]
The Prayer, as sung by Josh Groban and Charlotte Church [Listen: Piano]
Think of Me from Phantom of the Opera [Listen: Piano]
Through the Eyes of Love from Ice Castles [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Unforgettable [Listen: Piano]
Wonderful Tonight, by Eric Clapton [Listen: Piano]
You Are So Beautiful, by Joe Cocker [Listen: Piano]

 

SACRED  [Top]

Amazing Grace [Listen: Piano]
Appalachian Carol [Listen: Harp]
Butterfly Kisses, by Bob Carlisle [Listen: Piano]
Doubly Good to You, by Rich Mullins [Listen: Piano]
How Beautiful, by Twila Paris [Listen: Piano]
I Will Be Here, by Steven Curtis Chapman [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
If You Could See What I See, by Geoff Moore & Steven Curtis Chapman [Listen: Piano]
Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
   Also known as Ode to Joy by Beethoven
[Listen: Harp]
Listen to Our Hearts, by Geoff Moore & Steven Curtis Chapman [Listen: Piano]
Lord's Prayer, by Alfred Hay Malotte [Listen: Piano]
Shine On Us, by Michael W. Smith & Debbie Smith [Listen: Piano]
The Prayer, as sung by Josh Groban and Charlotte Church [Listen: Piano]

 

JEWISH  [Top]

Dodi Li (I Am My Beloved's)
Erev Ba (Evening Comes)
Erev Shel Shoshaneem (Evening of Roses)
Jerusalem of Gold
Ose Shalom
Siman Tov (Good Fortune)
For more selections, please refer to the playlist here.

 

ORIGINAL  [Top]

These were original pieces written for wedding processionals. Make your wedding unique!

Cherish
   This piece has been used for the mothers' seating as well as the bridesmaids processional.  
[Listen: Piano]
Always
   This piece was written for the bridesmaids processional. Each bridesmaid has her own melodic entrance.
[Listen: Piano]
Pas d'Enfant
   This piece was written for three flower girls. The simple melody line is reminiscent of a quiet lullaby.
[Listen: Piano]
Seasons
   This piece was written for four bridesmaids, with a key change to indicate the entrance of a new bridesmaid. Each bridesmaid represented a different season of their friendship with the bride.
   This is also a popular piece for the bridal entrance.
[Listen: Piano]
First Light
   Commissioned by a bride in Hong Kong, this was originally used for the parent's entrance. The fast version has been used as a recessional.
[Listen: Piano (slow)]
[Listen: Piano (fast)]

 

MIXED MEDLEYS  [Top]

Can't decide on just ONE song? Mix them up in a medley! Here's some examples of mixed medleys, just to give you an idea of what can be done. The possibilities are up to you! (These original arrangements are not found played anywhere or by anyone else!)

Bridal Chorus and O
   The traditional piece with a contemporary flair.
[Listen: Piano]
Cal Song Mix
   Rigaudon and the Cal Fight Song on the organ
[Listen: Organ]
Patriotic Medley
   Arranged by Alice and performed on July 4th 2004, as tribute to those who have served and a celebration of our freedom.  See if you can recognize all 9 songs in this piece.
[Listen: Piano]
Trumpet Tune and May the Force Be With You
   Used as the recessional, this classical piece was paired with a Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back melody.
[Listen: Piano]
Wedding Medley 
   Arranged as a showcase of classical and sacred wedding songs, Alice is able to intertwine various melodies into one cohesive piece.
[Listen: Piano]

 

CHRISTMAS  [Top]

During the holiday season, you can have festive background music for your holiday party, reception, or special occasion.

Carol of the Bells [Listen: Piano]
Ding Dong! Merrily on High! [Listen: Harp]

 

OTHER  [Top]

These are miscellaneous sound clips just for fun.

The Kiss
   Harp glissandos played during The Kiss
[Listen: Harp]

 

PLAYLISTS  [Top]

These are typically requested songs/pieces (not full list).

Wedding Playlist for Piano [html] [Word file] [pdf file]
Wedding Playlist for Harp [html] [Word file] [pdf file]
Christmas Playlist for Piano [html] [Word file] [pdf file]
Christmas Playlist for Harp [html] [Word file] [pdf file]

Looking for a song that is not on the above lists?  Alice has an extensive music library of sheet music.  For a listing of the majority of her popular sheet music library (relevant to weddings and events), check out her list here:
Sheet Music Library [Excel file] [pdf file]

 

Is there a broken link or other sound clips you would like included in this list?  Let us know!

 

Lyon & Healy 85E Pedal Harp

The harp sound clips were recorded on a Lyon & Healy 85E pedal harp. The piano sound clips were recorded on a Korg 01/W pro-X keyboard.

 

 

Last Updated 7/30/2008

 

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