The Processional is the most important piece of music at your ceremony. It is the music that announces the arrival and plays during the walking down the aisle of the bride. It is normally a bright, fanfare-like piece, which is why a trumpeter is often employed to play during this part of the ceremony.
The Bride wants to enjoy her moment walking down the aisle, which in some churches can be quite long! It's essential the music does not stop until the bride has reached the groom's side, so during the wedding rehearsal check how long a piece of music you'll need, and always allow a little extra.
Most musician's experienced with performing at weddings will always keep an eye on the bride coming down the aisle, and adjust the length of the Processional music accordingly, repeating some of the piece if needed, or finding a suitable place to stop if she's waiting too long.
Suggestions:
Trumpet Tune - Purcell
The Prince of Denmark's March - Clarke
Bridal March from "Lohengrin" - Wagner (Here Comes the Bride)
Rondeau from "Sinfonies de fanfares" - Mouret
Trumpet Voluntary - Stanley
Arrival of the Queen of Sheba - Handel
Te Deum - Charpentier
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