What is the proper length of time needed for prelude music (music played as guests are arriving)?
The general length of time for prelude music is 15 to 30 minutes. You know your guests the best. If they are people that always come early or if you have a lot of out-of-town guests, it would be best to have the Cameo Quartet play 30 minutes of prelude music. If your guests tend to be late comers or if there is little set up time at your venue, then arrange for a 15-minute prelude music time period.