Skip navigation! Story from Music. Let's be frank. You want your wedding to be a party. Your partner wants your wedding to be a party. And your guests certainly want your wedding to be a party. Sure, you could invest in photo booths and Viennese tables for entertainment. But there's an even faster track to creating an instant party: music , baby. Music and love is all you need for a good wedding reception.

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Tips For Putting Together Your Wedding Playlist
Wedding after wedding, there are some tunes that always make the final cut. From party anthems to rock ballads, oldies to country classics , these perennial favorites are guaranteed to get people out on the dance floor. Whether you're making your own playlist or working with a DJ , there are certain songs that are essential for your reception. Wedding planner Julia Pavlovski suggests giving guests an option to jot down a song they'd like to hear when they RSVP. Meet the Expert. Alternatively, you can set up a station with a sign that says "DJ Put Your Record On" with a bowl and slips of paper where guests can make requests. Again, this will allow the DJ to work the requests into his playlist in a way that feels natural.
The Best 75 Wedding Dance Songs (Ever)
We're here to help you keep moving forward , no matter what your plans are. Porterhouse Los Angeles. If you've booked your band or DJ for your reception , you're likely thinking about your wedding playlist. You'll need slower songs for your first dance , father-daughter dance or mother-son dance , but you'll also want to get everyone else up out of their chairs. Playing upbeat songs during your reception is a surefire way to get guests to dance the night away.
You want to dance to some legit tunes. Party hard and make it a night to remember. The vibe of a good party is participation. You want your guests to crowd the dance floor. Only that one crazy aunt will dance by herself — you know the one. So, if you want to avoid that situation, get everyone on the dance floor. Bullet dodged. Well, maybe not polka. In short, no. Your wedding reception is about having fun.