How long is the prelude music?
Based on our experience, we recommend 15-20 minutes of prelude music. Typically guests do not arrive prior to 20 minutes before the wedding. Between 45 minutes prior and 20 minutes prior, the artists will tune their instruments, coordinate with each other, touch base with the priest or minister and will rehearse some of the music as necessary. This will provide some music to any guests that arrive early to the ceremony. Occasionally guests are bused to the church from another location which can require early arrival to accommodate several drop off times. In these cases we can offer a longer prelude for an additional cost.
