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Introductions

  • Near the end of cocktail hour, the parents and bridal party will gather in an area outside of the main room to be lined up for introductions.  I will line up everyone in the order they will be introduced and go over names.  Though everyone will be excited and ready to party, it is important that everyone pays careful attention as I am lining everyone up.  I’ll also give instructions as to where to walk, etc.

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The order usually goes something like this: Parents of Bride, Parents of Groom, Bridal Party, Flower Girls/Ring Bearers, Maid/Matron of Honor and Best Man, Bride and Groom.  I’ll make sure everyone is in the correct order.

  • Once parents are introduced, they usually walk directly to their seats.  I’ll usually instruct the bridal party to walk out and stand in front of either the head table or the DJ table.

  • Once the bride and groom are introduced, they will dance their first dance together as husband and wife.  I’ll ask everyone to take their seats, but the bridal party (unless instructed otherwise) should remain standing (makes for a great picture).

  • In my experience, people usually don’t stop for the photographer to take pictures.  The photographer usually takes it as people are walking.  It’s up to the photographer.

  • Don’t forget to smile!  The introductions set the tone for the rest of the day.

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  Bridal Party Dance (if applicable)

  • If there is a bridal party dance, it is done one of two times; immediately after the first dance (bride and groom will join you), or after dinner, leading into open dancing.  If it’s after dinner, I’ll usually invite all the guests to join the bridal party halfway through the song.

  • The flower girl(s) and ring bearer(s) usually don’t participate in the bridal party dance, but they can dance with members of the bridal party, if you so choose.

  • Sometimes, the bridal party will join in halfway through the bride and groom’s first dance.  I’ll let you know what we are doing when I am lining everyone up.

  • After the first dance (or bridal party dance), I’ll ask for a round of applause and you can go directly to your seats.  I’ll call upon the person who is giving the blessing.  That is to be followed by the toast(s).

Blessing and Toast

For all speeches- Whatever you do, don’t stand in front or near the speaker when you are giving your speech, or the result with be ear curdling feedback!

You should hold the microphone a couple of inches away when you are speaking.  If you hold it too close, you will sound muffled and distorted.  If you hold it more than a few inches away, it is hard to adjust the sound, plus you run the risk of it being so loud that we get feedback (never too pleasant), and you tend to pick up extra sounds, such as rustling paper (if you are reading from notes).  I will not give the microphone to anyone unless it is approved directly by the bride and groom.  

  • The blessing usually occurs after the first dance or bridal party dance (if applicable).  I will bring the cordless microphone to the spot where the person should give the blessing.  Then I’ll hand the microphone to the next speaker.  The blessing is usually given by a member of the clergy, a parent or family member or a friend.  I’ll ask everyone (including the bride and groom) to rise for the blessing.

  • The toast(s) usually occurs after the blessing.

  • The Best Man traditionally makes the toast.  The maid/matron of honor often give a toast too.  The Best Man usually speaks last, and is the one who usually asks the guests to raise their glasses.  Try to incorporate that in your speech (raise your glasses, cheers, a toast to the bride and groom, etc.)

  • Stand beside the bride or groom (depending on where you are sitting) to give the toast.  (The bride and groom and everyone else will be seated)

  • I will hand you the microphone.  No need to turn it on or off.  I will control the volume from my table.

  • Remember to have your drink with you if you are asking people to join you in a toast.

  • As for the length of your speech, better too short than too long.  It’s a good idea to confer with other people giving a speech to see how long theirs will be.  You can also compare notes to avoid saying the same things and you can decide who will go first.

  • When finished, either hand the microphone to the next person giving the speech (behind the bride and groom…don’t pass it to them or reach in front of them, if possible) or simply lay it down on the table if you are the last person to speak.  I’ll have another microphone at my table.  No need to turn it off.  It will make a loud audible popping sound if you do.  I will come up and get it after dinner has started.

  • It is best to prepare for your speech as opposed to an “off-the-cuff” speech.  Preparation pays off.

Little details go a long way towards ensuring a smoothly run reception.  That said, the most important thing is to relax and have fun!  After all, this is a celebration, and everyone should enjoy this truly special day!

 

 

 

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