For Deirdre and Brendon’s early May wedding, the weather was warm and beautiful which we were very thankful for! The setting was The Links at Union Vale, one of the lower Hudson Valley’s premier wedding venues. There are beautiful views of rolling hills and amazing sunsets over the 18 hole golf course.
Deirdre’s ceremony was outdoors so I set up my digital piano on the outdoor patio. After playing some preludes for the guests arrival, the bridal party made their entrance to Bach’s Prelude in C Major and Deirdre walked down the aisle to Bach’s Air on a G String accompanied by her Father. The postlude was a nice non-traditional choice: Dream a Little Dream of Me which I played in a mid-tempo swing style.
Deirdre and Brendon say their vows at The Links
After the ceremony I continued to play upbeat solo jazz piano for cocktails outside on the patio. The reception followed and everyone was ready to party–the dance floor was packed all night! For dancing, Deirdre asked for a mix of classic dance songs from Motown to contemporary with some Country and Rock for good measure. It was a blast!
Sunset pic of the cake before the reception started
Congratulations Deirdre & Brendon! Thank you for inviting me be a part of your special day!
Bridal Party Intros: Rock Steady – Aretha Franklin
Bride/Groom 1st Dance: Tupelo Honey – Van Morrison
Father/Daughter Dance: Somewhere Over the Rainbow – Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
Mother/Son Dance: Stand By Me – Ben E King
Cake Cutting: The Way I Am – Ingrid Michaelson
