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Although it is less formal and shorter than a religious ceremony, the civil ceremony has different moments that can be set to music. First of all, the long awaited wedding march. Then, the declaration of vows and the wedding ring ceremony. And finally, the departure of the couple. If you are looking for songs to set to music for this day, here you will find a selection to inspire you.

Wedding march

Rodrigo Batarce

Such as when choosing a short wedding dress or a wedding dress in a color other than white, civil marriages allow more freedoms So, if you want to replace the traditional march of Felix Mendelssohn, check out the following proposals of different styles and periods, all of them songs with romantic lyrics, very appropriate to the sublime moment you are in. ad portas to live.

Remember that in a civil marriage couples may enter together, or be accompanied by their parents or witnesses. Choose the latter option if you want the song to play longer.

• 1. On your knees - Reik
• 2. Ave Maria - Beyonce
• 3. A thousand years - Christina Perri
• 4. From this moment - Shania Twain
• 5. Perfect - Ed Sheeran
• Unchained melody - The Righteos Brothers
• 7. Can't help falling in love - Elvis Presley

Alliances position

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Although many times instrumental songs are chosen In order not to intervene in the reading of the votes, prior to the positioning of the rings, there are interpreted themes that work equally well Soft melodies that at a moderate volume should not be uncomfortable, while you can edit the verses that seem more appropriate. Also, during the signing of the act, both bride and groom and witnesses, the song in the background will add even more romance and magic to that moment. Check out these tracks that are sure to get you excited just thinking about what's in store for you.

• 8. Por fin - Pablo Alborán
• When I Kiss You - Juan Luis Guerra
• 10. All of me - John Legend
• 11. Until the end of me - Il Divo
• 12. You make me feel brand new - Simply Red
• 13. Angel - Sara McLachlan
• 14. May it be - Enya

Kiss and exit

Adrian Guto

Finally, the civil officer will ask for a kiss to close the ceremony and, with notebook in hand, they will walk away to the applause of their family and friends. What song to set to music? While the entrance theme should be emotional, the ideal is that the exit theme is more rhythmic, although equally romantic. Check these proposals to seal your ceremony with a track that transmits all your happiness. It will be a triumphant exit!

• 15. Can't take my eyes off you - Frankie Valli and The 4 Seasons
• 16. Marry you - Bruno Mars
• 17. Love is in the air - John Paul Young
• 18. Walk by your hand - Río Roma y Fonseca
• 19. Bendita tu luz - Maná
• 20. Baby I love you - The Ramones

Just as you will personalize your wedding decorations, give your civil ceremony an individual touch, whether in English or Spanish, you will find songs with inspiring love phrases and messages full of illusion for this new stage you are starting.