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When I think of Brittany and Lisa’s wedding I think glam, romantic, and fun. I also think, “wow how lucky was I to get to play on two gorgeous grand pianos in one night?!”. Lisa and Brittany are huge music lovers and had a clear vision of the atmosphere they wanted to create from the beginning of the night all the way through the end. I began by playing soft welcome music inside the lavish parlor as guests arrived for the ceremony (grand piano #1). They walked through the parlor out into the courtyard for the ceremony to watch these two sweeties tie the knot! After the ceremony, I played some upbeat pop covers outside for the cocktail hour like “Dancing On My Own” by Robyn, “Suit & Tie” by Justin Timberlake, and “How Deep is Your Love” by The Bee Gees. The guests mingled and enjoyed a few drinks in the beautiful courtyard, then it was time to move inside to the ballroom for dinner.

This church wedding ceremony was the epitome of traditional romance with a touch of Christmas magic. Honestly, I don’t know what’s better than a Christmas wedding. They’re basically a Hallmark movie come-to-life and I am 100% HERE for it.

Let me start off by saying I became a Beatles fan in 2020. I know that’s a weird thing to say because like, where have I been? But during the pandemic I had some spare time (okay lots of spare time) to finally sit down and listen to the entire Beatles catalogue. And I can confidently now say…I’m a Paul girly. That all being said, I love The Beatles and I love a good wedding day surprise! And Lauren gave me the opportunity to put those two loves together…

This bohemian Winter wedding was one of my all time faves. Ben and Alicia’s love is lighthearted, fun, and steadfast and it was an absolute pleasure to play for their wedding ceremony! It was a cold November day and I was so thankful to find a random pair of gloves in my wait for it…glove compartment. With fingers toasty warm, I sat down to play the prelude music.

One word comes to mind when I picture Jenny + Ian’s intimate Washington wedding: glamptastic. I was so honored when they asked Jordan and I to travel all the way to Washington to celebrate with them! They chose Cama Beach State Park as their venue and weekend getaway destination. Cama Beach is on the southwest shore of Camano Island facing Saratoga Passage in north Puget Sound. It’s a 1930s-era Puget Sound fishing resort complete with waterfront cedar cabins and bungalows that feel like you’ve just stepped backwards in time. Or onto the set of Moonrise Kingdom. Either way, it was a weekend I’ll never forget.

Now, let me just say – I absolutely adore micro weddings. There is something so intimate and magical about experiencing your most special day with your most special people. Emma Cate & Matt got married on a beautiful March day surrounded by about 20 of their closest friends and family. There was nothing but love and warmth emanating throughout the day and every person there felt like they were in on a secret. This wedding seriously felt like a French countryside scene from a renaissance painting. From the intricate table settings, scenic field views, and romantic candelabras, to Emma Cate’s leaf motif veil that matched her lacy dress, it was just a dream.