On Sat. March 13th I had the pleasure of playing for a very special couple. Although the wedding was traditional, the couple wanted the music to be different. The theme song from Final Fantasy VI was special to them so the bride asked me to learn it as a surprise to her new husband. I am always up for something new so I found the music and adapted it for the harp. I believe the original was written to sound like a harp so it adapted quite easily and beautifully.
I had the pleasure of working with Heather Bryson of Carolina Wedding Design at the wedding. She was a highly professional, organized, and creative planner and I look forward to working with her again soon.
The processional was traditional with pieces by J.S. Bach and Satie's Gymnopedie No. 1. The mothers and grandmothers were seated to Ave Maria which is a favorite for the seating of the mothers. The bridal party came in to Debussy's Clair de Lune which set the stage perfectly for "Maria and Draco" from Final Fantasy. The bride and groom came together at the front of the alter and I could see that Paul was very moved by Georgia's surprise to him. For the recessional Georgia had requested something with a Renaissance feel and I had suggested "Lauda", arranged by harpist Kim Robertson from the 14th century Italian song. "Lauda" was the perfect joyful ending and can be heard on my website: www.ncharp.com/music
Thank you, Georgia and Paul, for inviting me to be a part of your special day! I wish you many years of happiness!
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