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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   Original   Mash-Ups   Other   Playlists  

CLASSICAL  [Top]

Air on the G String, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
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]
Canon in D, by Johann Pachelbell [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Ode to Joy, by Ludwig van Beethoven [Listen: Harp]
Prelude in C, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Sheep May Safely Graze, by J. S. Bach [Listen: Piano]
Suite from Water Music - Allegro Maestoso, by G. F. Handel [Listen: Organ]
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]

 

CONTEMPORARY  [Top]

Bridal Song, arr. Alice Yau
   An alternative to the traditional march, this arrangement is only available here. Available in sheet music and in custom cds.
[Listen: Piano]
Bridal March, by Wagner/Jonathan Cain
   This is the traditional march played in a contemporary style. Available in custom cds + licensing fees.
[Listen: Piano]
100 Years, by Five for Fighting [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
At Last [Listen: Piano]
Bless the Broken Road [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Can You Feel the Love Tonight? from Lion King [Listen: Piano]
Con Te Partiro [Listen: Harp]
Feather Theme from Forrest Gump [Listen: Harp]
Final Fantasy
  - Eyes on Me from Final Fantasy VIII [Listen: Piano]
I'm Yours, by Jason Mraz [Listen: Harp]
Lucky, by Jason Mraz [Listen: Harp]
O from Cirque du Soleil [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Think of Me from Phantom of the Opera [Listen: Piano] [Listen: Harp]
Unforgettable [Listen: Piano]
With or Without You, by U2 [Listen: Harp]

 

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] [Listen: Harp]
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: (slow)]
[Listen: (fast)]

 

MASH-UPS   [Top]

Can't decide on just ONE song? Mix them up in a mash-up! Here's some examples of my own concoctions of original mash-ups, 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!)

If you have a number of favorite pieces, I can create a custom medley/mix/blend/mash-up for a unique wedding processional or recessional!

Bridal Chorus and O
   The traditional piece with a contemporary flair.
[Listen: Piano]
Cal Song Mash-Up
   Rigaudon and the Cal Fight Song on the organ
[Listen: Organ]
Patriotic Mash-Up
   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 Mash-Up
   Arranged as a showcase of classical and sacred wedding songs, Alice is able to intertwine various melodies into one cohesive piece.
[Listen: Piano]

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

Yes! All of these sound clips are of Alice playing. 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 5/16/2010

 

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