Islington Council

There is nothing better than music to add dignity and to create the right atmosphere at your wedding or civil partnership. Whether played from a tape or CD or by live musicians, your choice of music will set the mood during your ceremony and the pace for your evening celebrations. Hit the right notes and your special day will be enjoyed and remembered by all.

Arranging your wedding music should be a high priority once you have your date and venues confirmed. Popular musicians, bands and DJs can be booked up to a year or more ahead. Try to hear your musicians or DJ before you book. Many will have a demo tape that they can send you. Alternatively, ask them for details of when they will be performing next so you can arrange to see and hear them in action. You could also contact the local college or university and ask if they have musicians who could play at your wedding. They may be far cheaper to hire.

If you are getting married at a register office or an approved premise in England or Wales, non-religious music is allowed, but must be approved by the Superintendent Registrar. Non religious means all music that does not contain words such as Lord, God, Heaven, Jesus and so on. If you have a song in mind that you are not sure about, then ask the Superintendent Registrar. Remember always to get approval for your choice of music from the Superintendent Registrar or your church minister.