Jeremy Jarvis - Ceremonial Wedding Music

The importance of ceremonial music is immeasurable – it has always been an essential element for the sacred unification between two families. I understand both the traditional functions and modern value of special music at certain points during the ceremony:

–An overture or prelude, to be performed during the seating of the guests

–Processional music, including one song for the bridesmaids and a more dramatic song for the entrance of the bride

–Optional music to be played at certain points, such as after the exchanging of rings and vows, during the lighting of the unity candle, and while taking communion

–Recessional music, joyously celebrating the departure of the bride and groom

Please contact me if interested.

STANDARD RATES

Original Music – $50 per instrumental part per performance minute* of music

Unique Arrangements – half price – $25 per instrumental part per minute of music

Great Deals – 10% off for the following standard ensembles:

    –piano with solo voice

    –string quartet

    –saxophone quartet

    –string orchestra**

    –chamber orchestra**

The standard rate for original wedding ceremonial music is $900–$1250 per instrumental part, depending on the inclusion of optional music. For example, multiply the above numbers by four to determine the ceremonial rates for a string quartet. (Then subtract 10% for the string quartet discount!)

* Composition charges are based on the estimated duration of one performance. As you know, music likes to establish its own timeframes. It is likely that performances will run a little over or a little under the number of minutes that you pay for.

** You may specify the exact instrumentation and number of performers. Every combination is possible, but feel free to contact me to inquire about orchestral standards.

Performers – $125 per performer per performance occasion within one hour; $75 for each additional hour of performance

Payment – I generally follow the standard of receiving 50% upon signing the agreement; 50% at the performance.

As a devoted and experienced composer, I truly believe that my purpose is to give the gift and to honor the Giver. This music is for everyone to share. It is carefully crafted, professionally engraved, and personally dedicated. The resulting experience is absolutely priceless.

Jeremy