Emily and Noah had planned an outdoor ceremony on the grounds of the Morris Park Country Club in South Bend, but for the second time in two days, the weather forced another move inside. When I arrived, however, everything looked beautiful, and I set up the harp outside in the gazebo (so that's why all of the pictures in this post are outdoors - that and no time to take any once we moved!). As you can see, it's one of the loveliest courses in the area. Along with the videographers and soundman, I watched as the clouds started to come in and it began to drizzle.
A friend of the bride kept us updated on the contingency plans, and they were going to wait until 5:00 (when the ceremony was scheduled to begin) to make the final call on whether or not it would be moved in the club. With it pouring rain - and lightning flashing - they didn't have much choice but to relocate everything into the ballroom. Of course, that meant running across the golf course in the storm, pushing a 6-foot-tall harp!
The entrance we were sent to in the club didn't connect to where the ballroom is, so it was back outside to bring the harp in the front doors. By the time I was set up for the ceremony, I was soaked! Fortunately, the harp has a waterproof cover, so it made it just fine.
The nine bridesmaids entered to "Canon in D" by Pachelbel. Once they were in place, I switched to the traditional "Bridal Chorus" ("Here Comes the Bride") for Emily's processional. As the couple performed a unity sand ceremony, I played "Ave Maria." Emily had planned to arrive at the ceremony in a horse and carriage, but wasn't able to due to moving indoors. As the newlyweds exited to "Trumpet Tune," the carriage was waiting at the front doors to take them on a quick drive around the neighborhood.
Even when your plans don't go exactly as expected, I can typically adapt to any last-minute changes! In South Bend, Notre Dame, and throughout Northern Indiana, I provide the music of the harp for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and other events. On my website ~ South Bend Wedding Music ~ you'll find more information about music lists, sound clips, and performance venues.
1 comment:
Sounds like the wedding still was a great success. I have been with a wedding that we had to adapt to but not having to transport a harp to another location. Greed job.
http://www.weddingengraver.com/Unity_Sand_Ceremony.htm
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