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How about recording yourself playing piano onto a CD? That way it'll sound like the real deal and not a karaoke-cheesy type thing.
I've sang at lots of weddings-are you talking about singing during the ceremony or reception? Do you have any friends who play guitar? i think singing acapella is fine-I've done that at weddings too and it is always a hit. What kind of music do you like?
Do you have any family or friends who could accompany you on acoustic guirtar? I think it's so sweet you'll be singing to your (new!) husband!
Agree on the acoustic guitar idea -- if they can't accompany you that day, maybe they could record a track for you to sing along with on your wedding day?
As for which song to sing, I suggest Lucky by Jason Mraz & Colbie Calliat.
It's a really lovely song and even though it's a duet, it could be easily sung by one person.
Link to where you can check out Youtube video and lyrics:
http://www.projectwedding.com/wiki/song_show/lucky-3
Hey ladies - thanks for the ideas!
Piano and guitar accompaniment are both good ideas. Guitar is probably more practical, since we won't be in a location with a piano on hand :)
As you may have guessed from the first song selection, I'm a fan of classic jazz. So pretty. My fiancé and I both love bluegrass and americana style music, too. I don't care so much for the power ballad type love song, modern country music or pop. Picky, picky! But keep up the ideas - any style song can be beautiful!
Patty Griffin-"Heavenly Day" ever hear it? it's an awesome song and REALLY fun to sing...and every singer should get to know Patty Griffin! =)
It's on her myspace:
What about "The Way I Am" by Ingrid Michaelson. Totally simple, fun song. My sister sang it during me and Mr. Powder Puff's wedding ceremony. Our guests loved it!
Mrs. Powder Puff, I *LOVE* that song! So very sweet. Ingrid rocks....I saw her in concert once, she was terrific!
OK so I thought of this post as I discovered my heaven on earth....Vitamin String Quartet. They pretty much have done any one. So if you want something that doesn't sound karaoke try them out.
@thecolorteale
Thanks for the idea! I've heard them on NPR but hadn't thought of them in this context. Decidedly un-cheesy!
I've been listening to them constantly all day yesterday and today. haha! I love them!
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So I've been thinking for a long time that I'd like to sing two songs at our wedding reception. The first would honor family members who have passed away. I think it will be "They Can't Take That Away From Me," a jazz song. But sad. So I want to sing a second, upbeat but loving song for my new husband! (how exciting to say it that way!) I have a fair range, usually sing soprano, but don't want to kill myself with the really high notes when I know I'll be nervous.
Also not sure how best to accompany myself? There is no piano. Should I just do this karaoke style? Will that be cheezy? I don't want this to seem cheap or poorly done.