Modern and Elegant Wedding Ceremony at New Haven Lawn Club

Christina and John’s vow renewal at the elegant New Haven Lawn Club was a celebration 25 years in the

making. After having a small ceremony and raising a wonderful family, this adorable couple finally got the chance to have the wedding they always dreamed of for their 25-year anniversary.

Credit: JHumphries Photography

Wedding Ceremony at New Haven Lawn Club

The ceremony was filled with love, laughter, and heartfelt moments. The couple's love story was beautifully reflected in every detail of their day, with our string trio for the wedding ceremony playing a pivotal role in crafting the perfect atmosphere.

The wedding colors of eucalyptus sage and white were beautifully incorporated into the event, creating a sophisticated and serene ambiance. The bridesmaids and groomsmen, their daughters and sons, coordinated in sage green dresses and eucalyptus ties.

Since it was a black-tie wedding ceremony, with guests dressed to the nines, I offered to have our wedding string trio step up our game to enhance the color palette. We wore a combination of sage and eucalyptus greens to perfectly complement their theme and the bride loved it!

Welcome Music to Set the Tone

As guests arrived, we performed prelude music (What’s Prelude Music?), the air was filled with the sounds of Christina and John’s favorite songs. Our wedding string trio played modern pop string covers of:

"Make You Feel My Love" by Adele

"A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri

"Set Fire to the Rain" by Adele

"Levitating" by Dua Lipa

"At Last" by Etta James

These selections set a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfectly blending contemporary pop with timeless classics, making the wedding ceremony music unforgettable. Many couples are now calling this "Bridgerton vibes", but we have been performing modern pop string quartets for over 15 years! Still, it's always a special surprise for guests, as it is a rarity and is always growing and evolving.

Modern, Yet Classic Processional Songs

The family processional was a touching moment, with the couple’s grown children and granddaughters walking down the aisle to "Can't Help Falling in Love” by Elvis Presley.

Christina and John chose "Canon in D" for their own processional, adding a classic touch to their entrance.

One of the highlights was the recessional. Being HUGE fans of The Office, Christina and John exited their ceremony to the upbeat and instantly recognizable theme song from the show. It was a delightful and personal touch that had everyone smiling and cheering.

Total Freedom: No “Do Not Plays”

Christina and John’s love for music  and full trust in us meant there were no "do not plays" on their list. They embraced every song with joy, allowing us to create a lively and diverse playlist that resonated with everyone.

DunderCon Honeymoon

To top off their incredible celebration, Christina and John are heading to DunderCon for their honeymoon—a perfect destination for such devoted fans of The Office.

Christina and John’s vow renewal was a testament to enduring love and the joy of celebrating with family and friends. We were honored to provide the musical backdrop for their wedding ceremony at New Haven Lawn Club and wish them many more years of happiness and love.

Many thanks to JHumpries Photography for sharing their beautiful wedding photography with us.

Stunning Interfaith Wedding Ceremony at Avenir: Yamiley and Marc’s Unforgettable Day

When Yamiley and Marc tied the knot at the Avenir in Walpole, Massachusetts, it was a celebration filled with love, joy, and vibrant beauty. Our string trio was thrilled to be part of their special day and had big plans: Enchanting and romantic classical wedding music for prelude (What's Prelude Music?) and a lively cocktail hour with Bridgerton wedding music.

I first got to know Yamiley through Instagram; She was so enthusiastic and kept saying how she couldn’t wait for us to perform on her wedding day. She was so sweet! Who knew she also had a keen eye for wedding style?

Yamiley’s first big question, to me, was “Which classical wedding music group should I pick? The string quartet or the string trio?” I gave her all my tips (Which you can find here) and she decided to pick our wedding string trio with two violins and cello.

When we arrived for Yamiley and Marc’s wedding, we were absolutely floored. Our first view of the ceremony included an awe-inspiring floral display on the chuppah.

Classical Wedding Musicians

Wedding Violinist

Violin and Cello Duet

La Vie En Rose: Bold Wedding Florals

The bold, pink florals were a vivid reflection of Yamiley and Marc’s sweet and bold personalities. Credit goes to the incredibly talented OLuxeDesigns, whose creativity turned Avnenir’s wedding ceremony space into a wonderland of rose hues and romance. The stunning arrangements not only added to the visual splendor but also enhanced the overall ambiance of the celebration, continuing through the reception with high centerpieces, welcome table florals, and the bouquets.

If you’re a Real Housewives of Beverly Hills / Vanderpump rules fan, you might wonder: How fabulous are we talking? The answer: Lisa Vanderpump wishes she had these florals!

Wedding Ceremony Music by Classical Wedding Musicians: Pop String Covers of Modern Classics

The wedding party made their grand entrance to Taylor Swift’s "Wildest Dreams," evoking Bridgerton vibes. For the bride’s walk down the aisle, we performed "Can’t Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley (You might know the newest cover by KG, featured in Crazy Rich Asians). They created a memorable and heartfelt beginning to their union.

The pair had planned an interfaith wedding ceremony (Jewish and Catholic), to be co-officiated by their Rabbi and Reverend Father. The two spiritual leaders were quite the charismatic duo and worked together seamlessly.

Tips for Planning Your Interfaith Wedding Ceremony

Photo credit: Lee Asher Photography

If you’re a bride or groom planning an interfaith ceremony, it’s essential to consider the significant difference in timing. For reference…

• A civil ceremony can run anywhere from 20-30 minutes (not counting processionals and recessionals). They often run longer if the couple opts to write their own vows or have special readings by friends and family members.

• A Catholic mass is usually 45-60 minutes (leaning heavily on the latter), as it features multiple readings, hymns, and traditions like Communion, Offertory, and so on.

• A Jewish wedding ceremony is usually around 45 minutes and features traditions like Circling (walking around the chuppah seven times), blessings in both Hebrew and English (The Seven Blessings), and a cantor who sings throughout.

Yamiley and Marc’s wedding beautifully blended Jewish and Catholic traditions, co-officiated by two spiritual leaders. This added depth and richness but also extended its length. Our friendly advice: allocate at least 45 minutes to an hour for your ceremony. Even if it’s not a full mass or service, remember that double the blessings mean double the time!

Mazel Tov! A Bridgerton cocktail hour

Mazel Tov! Planned to perfection by Lavinia Paul Events

One the groom broke the glass, it was time to party at the cocktail hour. Our string trio brought a lively and elegant atmosphere during the cocktail hour with a curated set list. Our performance included upbeat pop tunes and selections from Bridgerton, adding a touch of modern flair and unexpected fun. To ensure every note was heard perfectly, we brought our custom amplification system, making sure the music flowed seamlessly throughout the space.

Looking to add Bridgerton music to your wedding day? Click here for everything you need to know about including Bridgerton wedding music on your special day.

Months later, I was scrolling on Instagram and discovered that I wasn’t the only one who loved their wedding day: Munaluchi Bride proudly featured it on their Instagram! It’s always a delight to see one of our beautiful couple’s wedding featured!

Yamiley and Marc’s wedding at Avenir was a testament to the beauty of blending traditions and personal touches. As classical wedding musicians who have performed for over 650 weddings, we were honored to provide the soundtrack to such a meaningful and joyful occasion. It was absolutely unforgettable.

Vendor Team

Photography: Lee Asher Photo

Floral Design: OLuxeDesign

Video: StopGoLove

Venue: Saphire Event Group

Bride’s Makeup: Jdmxcv

Bridal Party MUA: Brandionthebeat, Jdmxcv

Bride’s Hair: Hair She Goes

Bridal Party Hair: Hair by Vdubbs

Bride’s Gown: Martina Liana Bridal

Groom’s Styling: Mart Ensemble

Wedding Invitations: Minted Weddings

Acrylic Day-of Stationery: Boxed Wedding Invitations

Day-of Stationery: Jcouture Creatives

String Ensemble: Ariana Strings

DJ: DJ Super Duke

Master of Ceremonies: Geraldy St. Clair

Hora Loca Entertainment: Valentina's Entertainment

Cake: Sweet Tales Cake Boutique

Linen Rentals: BBJ La Tavola

Chair Rentals: Peak Event Services

Event Rentals: Simplistic Charm

Photobooths: Bigg Memories

Noelia and Amato's Wedding Ceremony at Aria Chapel

Last weekend, our string quartet had the pleasure of performing in one of my favorite wedding ceremony spots in all of Connecticut: the Aria chapel (at Aria Wedding and Banquet Facility in Prospect, CT). The Aria chapel's acoustics added such warmth and beauty to our quartet's performance. Even though there were only four of us, it felt like a full symphony orchestra was playing.

Noelia had requested a really fun variety of songs for prelude music (What's Prelude? Find out here!) I went to task to make sure the songs really flowed well, from one genre to the other, and the guests loved it. She asked for (not listed in the order of actual performance, because that's part of our secret recipe!)

Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling in Love With You

The Beatles - All My Loving

The Bee Gees - How Deep Is Your Love

Ben E. King - Stand By Me

from Disney's Aladdin - A Whole New World

from Disney's The Lion King - Can You Feel the Love Tonight

Frank Sinatra - The Way You Look Tonight

Frankie Valli - Can't Take My Eyes Off of You

Nat King Cole - L-O-V-E

Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl

Tina Turner - Simply the Best

Stevie Wonder - I Just Called to Say I Love You

Harry Styles - As It Was

Noelia chose traditional wedding ceremony music, with a twist. The wedding party walked down the aisle to Canon in D (What's Pachelbel's Canon?), but she chose Mendelssohn's Wedding March from A Midsummer Night's Dream for her grand entrance. (Typically, this piece is played as a recessional, but I LOVED the grandiose twist!) For her recessional, Frankie Valli and the Four Season's "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You" filled the church amongst their cheering friends and family.

The best part? Noelia absolutely loved her experience and wrote us the kindest thank you note and 5-star review on Zola.

I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Noelia through our planning meetings and am overjoyed to hear that we made her and her guests so so happy.

Many thanks to Annandale Photography, for sharing their beautiful work with us!

Credit: Annandale Photography

Vendor team:

Photographer & videographer: Annandale Photography

Florist: The Flower Nook

DJ: TWK Entertainment

Venue: Aria Wedding and Banquets