For many people, a violin themed wedding is the best choice of a ‘classic’ wedding.
With violins, you can be sure to entertain all the guests present at your wedding. To add, there’s no song that sounds awful when a good violinist is on the strings.
However, the problem with violin themed songs is knowing which to pick amidst so many songs for your big day. The task can be stressful, so, for you, we curated some of the best violin wedding songs that’ll be perfect for making your day a memorable one.
Top 29 Violin Wedding Songs
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Here are some of the best violin songs ever recorded.
1. “Can’t Help Falling in Love” – Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley’s songs are romantic, so most make the list of wedding songs. However, whether you are a fan of Elvis or not, this timeless piece is a forever friend of weddings! The violin cover makes it more enchanting the more.
“Can’t Help Falling in Love” is perfect if played as the bride walks down the aisle. The feeling is magical.
2. Wedding March – Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy
It is one of the best processional songs for any bride. The song was first played at Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night Dream” performance, and is often played in so many weddings till date.
3. “Canon in D” Johann Pachelbel
Nobody knows the original writer of this song. Yet, everything about this violin classic, from the rhythm to its progression screams perfection! No wonder it is the most common and most used violin song for weddings, even to date.
4. “Ave Maria,” Franz Schubert
Many people love this old violin song for its simplicity and sweet melody. “Ave Maria” is a combo of many rhythms and tempos that’s perfect for any wedding.
5. “A Thousand Years” – Christina Perri
“A thousand Years” was first produced for the Twilight movie, but its sweet melody won the heart of everyone who listened. The violin cover of the song is popular in weddings as its melody is a great choice for every part of the event, specially the bride’s procession.
6. “All of Me” – Frank Sinastra
Another violin option for bridal procession? Then it should be “All of Me” by Frank Sinastra. The violin didn’t water down the emotions of the original Jazz song. The song playing while your bride walks in will bring tears to your eyes.
7. “What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong
Louis’s “What a Wonderful World” is familiar to many people. Its classic tunes make it great for your first dance as a couple or dance with either of your parents on your wedding day.
8. “A Million Dreams” – The Greatest Showman
The Greatest Showman movie had a lot of beautiful songs, and “A Million Dreams” is one of the loveliest songs from the movie. Its sweet melody makes it one of the satisfying songs perfect for dancing as a couple.
9. “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” – Beach Boys
“Wouldn’t it Be Nice” is flexible, so would be great for any tempo a good violinist takes it with. It can go slowly for your dance as a couple, or fast-paced to get your guests on the dance floor during your wedding reception.
10. “Halleluyah” – Leonard Cohen
“Halleluyah” should top the list of the most played classical violin songs ever. It is suitable for literally every occasion, which means it’d do well for your wedding, and yes, any part of it. Its mysterious rhythm makes it one of the most sought-after songs for a lot of weddings.
11. “Thinking Out Loud” – Ed Sheeran
Ed’s “Thinking Out Loud” song is romantic, no doubt. But, the violin version might make you want to start the process of falling in love again. The song should be perfect for one of your dances as a couple.
12. “All of Me” – John Legend
Though contemporary, Legend’s “All of Me” still is one of the most played. The lyrics and tempo of the song screams romance, and the violin version bangs just as well.
13. “Get Lucky” – Daft Punk
Not all violin melodies are slow and steady, and “Get Lucky” would have you believe this in a jiffy! It is one of the perfect violin songs to make your wedding guests hit the dance floor.
14. “Trumpet Voluntary” – Jeremiah Clarke
“Trumpet Voluntary ” is one of the oldest, yet still one of the most sought-after songs for weddings. It’s emotional, and can get you crying as you see your bride walk down the aisle.
15. “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” – Johann Sebastian Bach
This classic violin piece found the spotlight around the early 1700s and has stayed in the spotlight ever since. The notes are uplifting, so it is a great option to make guests loosen up during your wedding event.
16. “La Vie en Rose” – Edith Piaf
“La Vie en Rose” is one song that makes you believe that music has no barriers, and the violin cover made it a huge hit. The romantic melody of this piece makes it one of the best songs for bridal procession.
17. “Amazing Grace” – Hymn
This violin version of this hymn is quite common, especially at the weddings of Christians. It’ is perfect for benediction, or as some background song as the reception progresses.
18. “Salut d’Amour” – Edward Elgar
The original song tells a beautiful love story of the writer and his fiancée. The song, has a romantic melody that makes it great for wedding toasts.
19. Winter and Spring from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
Both songs are opposites; while Spring is fast-paced, Winter is slow-paced. The duo is perfect for any wedding occasion, as the violinist can interchange the combo to fit any program of your wedding. The best news is, even a newbie violinist should be able to execute this song seamlessly!
Winter:
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20. “Make You Feel My Love” – Bob Dylan
The violin cover of “Make You Feel My Love” retains the romantic melody of the original song. The song is perfect for any session of the couple’s dance.
21. “Blackbird” – Beatles
The rhythm and excellent progression of “Blackbirds” makes it one of the best songs ever for bridal procession. The violin effect makes taking the walk magical.
22. “Meditation from Thais” – Jules Massenet
Its sweet and simple melody makes it one that an orchestra or a solo violinist can perform this song and both parties will do so well!
23. Bach – Air on the G string
Song is slow-paced with one of the sweetest melodies, making the tunes last long on the ears of hearers.
24. “Arrival of the Queen of Sheba” – Georg Friedrich Handel
The gentle tune makes this song a good alternative for the bridal entrance.
25. “Bridal Chorus” by Richard Wagner
This song is one of the most famous songs of all times, and is perfect for the bridal entrance.
26. “Marry You” by Bruno Mars
This jolly song from Bruno should make your music wedding list!
27. “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz
28. “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik” by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
29. You Raise Me Up
“You Raise Me Up” works best as a wedding background song.
Final Thoughts
The list of good violin wedding songs is inexhaustible, as there are so many violin songs that are perfect for different kinds of weddings. The versatility of violin songs makes them highly sought-after worldwide too.
So, if you are still unsure about the ideal songs to make your wedding memorable, you may host an orchestra. With violin music, you really can never go wrong.
FAQs
Below are some questions you just might need. Let’s get to it.
How much does it cost to hire a violinist?
The cost of hiring a violinist could range from $100 to $1000 per hour depending on several factors like the expertise of the violinist, the number of people in the band (if you are hiring a band), your location and distance to the wedding venue, along with other details.
How Do I Know Which Classical Violin Wedding Song to Choose?
Due to preference, what you may want as an ideal prelude may differ from another person’s choice. However, most people often go for Pachelbel’s “Canon in D” for their procession. You should check it out too.
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