Angela Marie Rocchio, Soprano

💌 Let’s talk about wedding ceremony programs. How important *are* they, anyway?

If your ceremony is going to be short and sweet, and your guests already know what to expect, opting to skip the programs may be the best route for you. It’ll be one less thing to coordinate, and with so much preparation squeezed into those final days before the ceremony, ditching the programs can be one great way to save time….

…unless you are having a Catholic wedding.

Catholic weddings are among the most elaborate kinds of wedding ceremonies, and can easily last an hour or more (especially if it will include a full Mass). In addition to coordinating a bridal party, remembering rings, and choosing musical selections, you’ll be responsible for deciding on a variety readings and prayers, assigning ushers and readers, perhaps ordering extra flowers for a Marian devotion, and held accountable to all sorts of additional guidelines. If it’s a full Mass, there will be even more music, and your guests will be invited into a full routine of “Catholic gymnastics” (sit, stand, kneel…).

A wedding program sets the tone with your guests. Many couples see their wedding as their one and only chance to expose their friends and families to the beauty and mystery of the Catholic liturgy. A thoughtfully curated program makes the experience more approachable, and lets your guests know what to expect.

When you book with me for full music planning, not only will you receive personalized attention in preparing the ceremony and music to fit your values and vibe, but you also get program assistance! You’ll get to see variety of program designs from real Catholic weddings for which I’ve provided music, step-by-step ceremony outlines from which you can cut and paste to your heart’s content, a very thorough proofread and spell check, and even formatting suggestions.

Are you planning a Catholic wedding? Let’s talk music!

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