A Bride's Guide to Wedding Music [BOX SET]

Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), Ludwig van Beethoven (Composer), Georges Bizet (Composer), Luigi Boccherini (Composer), Johannes Brahms (Composer), Marc-Antoine Charpentier (Composer), Frederic Chopin (Composer), Jeremiah Clarke (Composer), Claude Debussy (Composer), Theodore Dubois (Composer), Edward Elgar (Composer), Gabriel Faure (Composer), Cesar Franck (Composer), Giovanni Gabrieli (Composer), Christoph Willibald Gluck (Composer), Charles Gounod (Composer), Edvard Grieg (Composer), George Frederick Handel (Composer), Franz Liszt (Composer), Edward MacDowell (Composer)

Product Details

• Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach, Ludwig van Beethoven, Georges Bizet, Luigi Boccherini, Johannes Brahms, et al.
• Audio CD (February 19, 2002)
• Number of Discs: 3
• Format: Box set
• Note on Boxed Sets: During shipping, discs in boxed sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase.
• Label: Naxos
• ASIN: B00005YD53
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #38,845 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Editorial Reviews

The State, March 17, 2002

"A framework to aid brides- and grooms-to-be to find just the right music for their special day."

Product Description

The process of choosing music for a wedding day can certainly be a daunting process for any couple. There are many choices and the questions can be endless. Traditional music or something off the beaten path? Will your Mom cry (and not in a good way) if you do not come down the aisle to the traditional Wedding March from Wagner, or are you eager to try something new? This collection is designed to give the bridal couple some key pointers to navigate the world of classical music for their wedding day. The package includes over 3 1/2 hours of music on 3 CDs for all portions of the wedding service, all from the Naxos classical label (known for high-quality recordings at inexpensive prices). Wedding day favorites are there, along with new discoveries and tunes you may have never considered for a wedding. All pieces are hand selected by professional wedding musicians and consultants. As a bonus, the 20 page booklet will lead you through the process of choosing music, from hiring musicians to sample programs. Everything you need to create your own unique personal wedding soundtrack.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Perfect Guide to Music for Weddings, January 3, 2003

By	Jeff Davis (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The classical giants Naxos have done it again! This package includes 3 CDs of complete pieces (over 2 1/2 hours of music)that any bride (or groom) can use to chose music for their wedding. The sound quality is good enough, too, that you could use the recordings themselves in the ceremony.

Everything from the most traditional selections to more off the beaten path repertoire and from Bach to 20th Century selections are included along with a comprehensive booklet guiding you through the process of choosing music and musicians for your wedding and sample programs to help you put together all of the music for the ceremony.

This piece completely takes the guesswork out of choosing music for your wedding and is suitable for classical novices and experts alike.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive Classical Selection, April 14, 2004

By	"gt5426e" (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

I searched all over for a CD set that had a somewhat comprehensive list of classical selections that are traditionally played at weddings. When I found this 3 CD set, I was very pleased. It contains 61 works from almost as many composers. This set might not contain the "best recording ever" of each of the selections, however it is very well done and the quality is very good. I used it primarily to choose the pieces that I wanted to have played by the church organist, and so the actual recordings were more for my consumption rather than for use in the ceremony/reception itself. However, I would not have hestitated to use the CD's in the wedding itself if needed. The book inside includes a list of suggested songs for various wedding styles (formal, outside, morning, etc.). From the classical neophyte to the seasoned classical music expert, this CD set will meet if not exceed expectations.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A very complete selection of ceremony music!, February 1, 2005

By	Banana Cake (Portland, OR) - See all my reviews

I am getting married in several months and we couldn't decide what music we wanted at our wedding ceremony. This three disk compilation reminded us of all the great ones- including new options we hadn't thought about. I really enjoyed hearing the organ and strings versions of the songs. If you're someone who hears a classical or baroque piece of music, but can't remember the name or the precise tune, this is a must-have to jog your memory and trigger the tear ducts!