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The wedding couple leading the first dance can be one of the most romantic highlights of the big day. More and more couples are choosing to have professional dance lessons so that they look their very best when the time comes. This article provides tips on getting it right.
Choosing the music for your 'First Dance' may turn out to be one of the most difficult things you have to decide. Not only do you have to agree on the music that you both like, there are many other things that you have to take into consideration as well. You would be better served to choose five or six different songs to start with and take them along to your dance teacher on CD so that you can discuss the merits of each song individually.
A few things to think about when deciding:
Remember the Wedding Day is a long day for you, your family and the guests, and everyone will want it to go smoothly. The less you have to think about on the day the better it will be, so plan well in advance. Do not leave it to the last thing on your list!
Usually the First Dance is no more than 3 minutes long. You will be the center of attention but nobody will want to watch and dance that goes on for 5 or 6 minutes, especially the children! Your guests by this time are ready to get the party going! So keep it short and sweet.
Be prepared that your absolute favorite song may turn out to be a non-starter because it is too fast or slow, long or short. Put a shortlist together on a CD and take it to your chosen dance teacher. A good teacher will help you choose objectively and ask questions about what you are wearing (dress and shoes), how big your dance floor is, the position of tables, are you having a band play your music or using CD etc).
Listen carefully to the song lyrics. Once you take this into consideration you may find that your original song list will shrink straight away! However, even though you may discount most of the songs on the original list do not discard them until you have confirmed what you are going to use.
Think about the type of dance you want to do. If you are into "rock and roll" or "Ballroom and Latin" and your outfit allows it then go for it! Just remember leave yourself plenty of time to practice. Before you know it the family will be in town waiting to see you off and ready for a party!
Live Music or CD? – Most bands will be able to learn your song for you, but bear in mind that using pre-recorded music allows you to edit the song to match your routine. You will also have been practicing to the pre-recorded music and will need to ensure that the band play the song in the same tempo. You also run the risk of the band being unfamiliar with the song, and they may have limited time to rehearse.
The best solution is to get your first dance song on CD and have either the DJ or band play the song through their equipment. This is a very popular choice as it's the least hassle and allows the band to create an impact when they kick off immediately after you have finished.
So there it is. Have fun with it, after all it is your day, but make sure you plan well in advance – there is more to it than you think! Do not leave it till the last minute it will just be disastrous! Be sure you have gained all the practice you can before the day, then there will be nothing to think about except us enjoying the moment.
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Source by Martin Grocott
