Standard Wedding reception format for Djs
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Schuylkill County/Eastern Pa
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Schuylkill County/Eastern Pa
Schuylkill County Pottsville Djs
Introducing the bridal/wedding party
This the first step, family members starting with Grandparents are usually first to be introduced in the. wedding party. The order of entrance can vary starting with : parents of the bride, parents of the groom, ushers with bridesmaids, flower girl and ring bearer, special guests, best man, maid/matron of honor, bride and groom. Be sure to review n advance with the Bride and Groom the pronunciations of the wedding party's names with the master of ceremonies. when lining the wedding party up
Introduction of bride and groom
This is always the last of the introductions. Everyone should stand before the bride and groom enter. In addition, a special song can be arranged with the music entertainment and a special announcement made to punctuate a true grand entrance. Prayer or Blessing by Minister/Priest This is another step that is formal If a priest/pastor is not available then select a family member.A parent or family friend is a good idea. If you have a Master of Ceremonies thwt this persaon could give the blessing.
Meal
It's time to eat! Bride and Groom, be sure to stop and take a moment to eat. This may be your only chance in the day. In addition, it is customary for the bride and groom to start the food line. Most guests know to wait until the bride and groom start the food line. So don't be late!
Cake Cutting
This can be after the 1st Dance just before the meal or the first thing after the meal.This is the always a fromal part of the reception. The bride and groom making the first cut on their wedding cake. Then, the bride feeds half of the piece of cake to the groom and the groom feeds the remaining half to the bride. The cutting of the cake is a ceremony intended to symbolize the caring and sharing for one another. Cake smashing sometimes happens
Toasts
The toast is when the bride and groom toast each other then interlock arms and drink. Immediately following, the best man and maid/matron of honor make toasts to the bridal couple. Be prepared for other family and friends to follow with their toasts too.
Bride & Groom's First Dance
This can be first after the intro or first event after eating and the cake cutting. The Bride & Groom's Dance is the first dance between a bride and groom as a married couple. The dance is also commonly known as the "First Dance". The timing of the bride groom dance can vary in the evening based on your preferences.
Father & Daughter's Dance
The Father/Daughter Dance or the Father Bride Dance is the dance between the father(s) of the bride and the bride. Brides, if you have more than one father in your life, dance iwth the one that is closet to you first.You can then tap the other on the shoulder in the middle of the dance so you can dance with both of them. If you do not have a father, you may use your Uncle or big brother if not close to your father.
Mother & Groom's Dance
The Mother & Groom's dance is the dance between the mother(s) of the groom and the groom. Grooms, if you have more than one mother in your life, one can tap the other on the shoulder in the middle of the dance so you can dance with both of them. If you do not have a mother, you can dance with your Aunt or big sister. Special Dances
Bouquet and Garter Toss
The traditional tossing of the bouquet is when the bride tosses the bridal bouquet to all single women in attendance. Immediately following the bouquet tossing, a chair is set in the middle of the dance floor. The chair is for the bride to sit and the groom to remove the bride's garter from her leg. The traditional tossing of the garter is when the groom tosses the bride's garter to all the single men in attendance. The people whom catch the garter and bouquet are said to be the next one to marry
Dancing and Fun
Some people want a lot oldies from the 60s,some want 80s and some want lots of Hip Hop dance music.
This the first step, family members starting with Grandparents are usually first to be introduced in the. wedding party. The order of entrance can vary starting with : parents of the bride, parents of the groom, ushers with bridesmaids, flower girl and ring bearer, special guests, best man, maid/matron of honor, bride and groom. Be sure to review n advance with the Bride and Groom the pronunciations of the wedding party's names with the master of ceremonies. when lining the wedding party up
Introduction of bride and groom
This is always the last of the introductions. Everyone should stand before the bride and groom enter. In addition, a special song can be arranged with the music entertainment and a special announcement made to punctuate a true grand entrance. Prayer or Blessing by Minister/Priest This is another step that is formal If a priest/pastor is not available then select a family member.A parent or family friend is a good idea. If you have a Master of Ceremonies thwt this persaon could give the blessing.
Meal
It's time to eat! Bride and Groom, be sure to stop and take a moment to eat. This may be your only chance in the day. In addition, it is customary for the bride and groom to start the food line. Most guests know to wait until the bride and groom start the food line. So don't be late!
Cake Cutting
This can be after the 1st Dance just before the meal or the first thing after the meal.This is the always a fromal part of the reception. The bride and groom making the first cut on their wedding cake. Then, the bride feeds half of the piece of cake to the groom and the groom feeds the remaining half to the bride. The cutting of the cake is a ceremony intended to symbolize the caring and sharing for one another. Cake smashing sometimes happens
Toasts
The toast is when the bride and groom toast each other then interlock arms and drink. Immediately following, the best man and maid/matron of honor make toasts to the bridal couple. Be prepared for other family and friends to follow with their toasts too.
Bride & Groom's First Dance
This can be first after the intro or first event after eating and the cake cutting. The Bride & Groom's Dance is the first dance between a bride and groom as a married couple. The dance is also commonly known as the "First Dance". The timing of the bride groom dance can vary in the evening based on your preferences.
Father & Daughter's Dance
The Father/Daughter Dance or the Father Bride Dance is the dance between the father(s) of the bride and the bride. Brides, if you have more than one father in your life, dance iwth the one that is closet to you first.You can then tap the other on the shoulder in the middle of the dance so you can dance with both of them. If you do not have a father, you may use your Uncle or big brother if not close to your father.
Mother & Groom's Dance
The Mother & Groom's dance is the dance between the mother(s) of the groom and the groom. Grooms, if you have more than one mother in your life, one can tap the other on the shoulder in the middle of the dance so you can dance with both of them. If you do not have a mother, you can dance with your Aunt or big sister. Special Dances
Bouquet and Garter Toss
The traditional tossing of the bouquet is when the bride tosses the bridal bouquet to all single women in attendance. Immediately following the bouquet tossing, a chair is set in the middle of the dance floor. The chair is for the bride to sit and the groom to remove the bride's garter from her leg. The traditional tossing of the garter is when the groom tosses the bride's garter to all the single men in attendance. The people whom catch the garter and bouquet are said to be the next one to marry
Dancing and Fun
Some people want a lot oldies from the 60s,some want 80s and some want lots of Hip Hop dance music.
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A Perfect Wedding Dj/Dj Ray Productions
in
Schuylkill County/Pottsville/North Eastern Pa.
[Wedding Format Djs] [Bestman Toast Tips]
[Schuylkill County Wedding Traditions]
[American style weddings in Japan]
[Bouquet-Garter-Tossing-Tips]
[Dance Lessons/Bride and Groom]
[Cake Ideas & Decoartion Tips]
[Flowers and Decoartions Tips]
[Wedding Dress Tips]
[Wedding Invitation Tips]
[Main Wedding page]