What Kind of Music Is Good for a Wedding in Sydney?

When planning a wedding in Sydney, the right music can transform your celebration into an unforgettable experience. Live music is a top priority for many couples in Sydney, and for good reason—it sets the emotional tone, gets guests dancing, and creates lasting memories.

Why Live Wedding Music Makes a Difference

Live music enhances key wedding moments:

• Ceremony: A romantic serenade as the bride walks down the aisle.
• Reception: High-energy performances that keep the dancefloor alive.
• Atmosphere: A band’s charisma adds depth that recorded music can’t match.

Red Soda Band is one of Sydney’s most trusted wedding bands, offering live entertainment tailored to your style, venue, and guest list.

How Much Music Do You Need for a Wedding?

Wedding Music Duration Breakdown

• Ceremony music: 15–30 minutes
• Cocktail hour: 1 hour
• Reception dancing: 2–3 hours
• Average songs per hour (live): ~15 songs
• 2-hour dance floor = ~30 songs

Tip: Don’t overload your band with a 100-song list.

How to Plan the Music with Your Band

1) Create a Spotify playlist of your favourite songs. These can be used during band breaks.

2) Submit 10 “must-play” songs. These are the tunes you love most.

3) Provide a “do not play” list. Limit it to around 10 songs or artists to avoid.

Bonus: Add your must-plays to the Spotify list too. If a song’s great, your guests will enjoy hearing both the original and a live version.

If you're feeling overwhelmed and want complete control over the playlist, consider hiring a DJ. Or, go hybrid with Red Soda Band’s live + DJ combo featuring live sax or percussion alongside DJ beats.

How Long Should the Processional Song Be?

Let Live Musicians Adapt to You

• Short aisle? Musicians can end the song early with a natural cadence.
• Long aisle or slow walk? They’ll loop the song to fit the entrance.
• Live band = flexibility. No awkward fade-outs or silence.

Whether you walk slowly or briskly, your music will always hit the right note.

Final Tips for Choosing Wedding Music in Sydney

• Choose music that reflects your personality as a couple.
• Tailor playlists to fit each part of the day: ceremony, cocktails, dinner, dancing.
• Hire a professional, experienced band like Red Soda Band who can adapt to the moment.

Ready to Choose Your Wedding Soundtrack in Sydney?

Red Soda Band offers customisable wedding music packages in Sydney—from romantic ceremony duos to 8-piece party bands and live DJ hybrids.

• Professional, degree-qualified musicians
• Flexible packages for every budget
• Live performances for every moment, from aisle to afterparty

Contact Red Soda Band Sydney today for a quote or music showcase. Let’s create a soundtrack that makes your day unforgettable.