John Nicole's MUSICofLOVE
         Live Band | DJ | MC for Weddings, Receptions & Parties 
Serving Maryland, Virginia & Washington, DC
 

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Wedding Resources


We've collected a lot of information during our collective careers as wedding musicians which may be helpful to you in planning, organizing and implementing a great wedding or reception. Click on any of the topics below to learn more:   

Free Wedding Music Guide

Guide to Wedding Musicians - download my comprehensive 48-page guide (PDF format)  

Wedding Checklist - a time-tested checklist of what needs to be done and when

Wedding Budget - a Word document with a table listing all possible expenditures

Wedding Glossary - terms and descriptions frequently related to weddings and receptions

Finding Musicians - an overview of types of musicians & how to find them 

Sample Contract - a simple and typical performance agreement for musicians

Code of the Better Business Bureau - Any vendors, even musicians, should follow this code

Helpful Articles - a collection of articles (sometimes humerous) written with 30 years of experience

Suggested Songs - the order and suggestions for music during the ceremony & reception

Top Ten Songs - a list of the top songs for every year since 1942

Great Love Songs - a list of great love songs from the 20th century 

Genres of Music - Definitions of musical genres, such as rock, classical, new age, punk, etc.

Selecting Wedding Vendors - guidelines to help make informed decisions when selecting vendors

Reception Events - both the events and some suggestions for music during the reception

Master of Ceremonies - suggestions for how to keep everything moving smoothly

Readings & Poems - classic love poems and readings for the ceremony

Writing & Scripts - help in crafting the perfect toast, speech or invitation 

Wedding Locations & Venues - Some ideas on where to hold the ceremony and reception

Facts & Figures - the lastest survey results and background information on weddings

Other Resources - Web links and listings of trusted vendors