What are some modern wedding ceremony songs?

Modern songs add a personal and contemporary feel to your ceremony. Many couples choose a song that means something to them, such as the one they first danced to or a lyric that sums up their relationship. For the processional, a slower song like 'A Thousand Years' by Christina Perri or 'All of Me' by John Legend works well. For the signing of the register, you might pick something romantic but not too slow, like 'Perfect' by Ed Sheeran or 'Thinking Out Loud'. For the recessional, choose something upbeat and happy, such as 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered' by Stevie Wonder or 'Best Day of My Life' by American Authors.

You can have these songs played live by a musician, for example a guitarist, pianist or string quartet, or you can play the original recordings. If you choose a live version, ask the musician to play an instrumental arrangement so the lyrics do not clash with the vows. If you play the original song, make sure the sound system is good and the volume is right. Remember that in a civil ceremony, the registrar must approve all music, and religious songs are not allowed. For a religious ceremony, check with the officiant whether modern songs are acceptable. You can also mix modern and classical, for example using a classical piece for the entrance and a modern song for the exit.