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WEDDING BLOG
Harpist Christine MacPhail - Orlando, Florida
Thank you for taking time to read through my blog. It is such an honor to perform my harp music for wedding ceremonies and be included in the special moments of a couple's celebration.
It's wonderful to watch a bride & groom exchange vows, and of course there is nothing more beautiful than a bride walking down the aisle. I am grateful to have a profession doing something I love!
I am thrilled to have received Wedding Wire Bride's Choice 2012,
The Knot "Best of Weddings" 2012,
and The Perfect Wedding Guide Preferred Vendor 2011!
Thank you to the brides & grooms for your kind reviews.
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JANUARY 2012
A wedding is a wonderful way to start the New Year! January is not typically a busy wedding month but it's a great time in Florida for destination weddings.
Some couples travel from northern states or the UK to get married in Orlando, FL and enjoy the warmer weather.
Congratulations to all the newlyweds; it was a pleasure to be your wedding harpist!
Jan 21/12 - Jasmine & Durand, Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, Deltona, FL
I performed harp music at this wedding ceremony at the Kingdom Hall in Deltona.
Jasmine works in the wedding industry so it was a special honor to play at her wedding.
She requested some of the Kingdom songs from the book "Sing to Jehovah".
I enjoyed learning new songs for her special day.
Congratulations to this sweet couple!
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Kingdom Hall wedding |
Ballroom at Church St |
Jan 13/12 - Priscilla & Victor, The Ballroom at Church Street, Orlando, FL
I was the wedding ceremony and cocktail hour harpist for this Brazilian bride and groom.
The photo shows the lovely aisle runner with an intricate design of flower petals by Fiora Design Studio.
The couple chose the Bach piece
 Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring for the mothers and bridal party entrance,
then Priscilla entered to the classical music
Canon in D,
and the recessional was the triumphant Beethoven piece
Ode to Joy.
The Ballroom at Church Street is a fabulous venue in downtown Orlando managed by Puff N Stuff Catering.
Congratulations!
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Jan 8/12 - I Do Downtown Bridal Crawl, Orange County History Center, Orlando, FL
This was such a fun bridal show. There were 8 participating venues and I was the harpist at the History Center.
It is a show where brides & grooms walk from venue to venue in downtown Orlando.
Each location also has a group of wedding vendors.
It's a unique idea for a bridal show and it takes place each January.
Thanks to all the couples who came out to the show, and congratulations on your engagement!
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Jan 5/12 - Alise & Daniel, Paradise Cove Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL
I was the wedding ceremony harpist for this intimate destination wedding at tropical Paradise Cove. This is a fabulous venue in south Orlando.
It had been very chilly for a few days but the weather warmed up in time for a gorgeous ceremony under the arbor on the lake.
Daniel and his best man arrived by boat, which is always a fun entrance, and Alise chose to walk up the aisle to the classical piece
Canon in D.
Congratulations!
Paradise Cove - before the wedding ceremony... |
...and after: the new Mr & Mrs! |
Jan 1/12 - Jennifer & Freddy, Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida
This New Year's Day wedding was absolutely lovely. I was the ceremony harpist in the Rose Garden at Leu Gardens.
All the flowers were looking fabulous, and there was a row of pink roses blooming behind the fountain.
The couple chose classical music, including Bach compositions such as
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring and
Sheep May Safely Graze as the guests arrived,
then the mothers entered to the beautiful "Bist Du Bei Mir", also by Bach, and the bride chose the hymn music "Old Hundredth" for her walk down the aisle.
The recessional was
Ode to Joy.
Congratulations to the newlyweds!
Leu Gardens Rose Garden wedding ceremony |
Harp music for the wedding ceremony |
I meet the cutest guys at weddings! |
In addition to being the harp player for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and bridal shows this month,
I also performed harp music for a corporate event at the Rosen Plaza Hotel, a 50th anniversary dinner at the West Orange Country Club, a birthday party at a private home in Windermere, and an open house at Casa Feliz.
DECEMBER 2011
Many brides and grooms plan their weddings for the holiday season so family and friends can make travel plans to suit their work schedules.
Most of the hotels and country clubs are decorated for the holidays which adds beauty to the wedding photos.
Congratulations to the newlyweds and thanks for including my harp music!
Dec 29/11 - Caitlin & Colm, Gaylord Palms Resort, Orlando, FL
I was the wedding ceremony harpist in the lower area of the Castillo de San Marcos fort, and then I moved upstairs to perform harp music for the cocktail hour as well.
The hotel was all decked out for the holidays and it was a lovely winter wonderland look for this wedding!
For the bridal party entrance the couple chose this beautiful song which has been popular this year:
Butterfly Waltz,
and then the traditional
Bridal Chorus - Here Comes the Bride for the bride's processional.
Music during the cocktail hour was a mixture of Celtic music, Christmas carols, and romantic Disney songs including
A Whole New World.
Congratulations to the new Mr. & Mrs.!!
Gaylord Palms wedding ceremony |
Beautiful poinsietta tree |
Winter wonderland theme in the lower fort |
Dec 23/11 - Ronalie & Adam, Dubsdread Golf Club, Orlando, FL
It was much warmer than the usual Florida December weather which made it a perfect day for this outdoor wedding at Dubsdread.
I was the wedding musician for ceremony and cocktail hour, and the bride & groom chose songs such as
Storybook Love from the Princess Bride,
Warmness on the Soul by Avenged Sevenfold, I Believe by Diamond Rio, and Love & Marriage by Sinatra.
There were so many cute decorative touches at this wedding including the "Here Comes the Bride / Happily Ever After" heart shaped sign in the photo.
Congratulations and thank you for including my harp music!
Cute touches - Here Comes the Bride sign, Disney hats! |
Cocktail hour harp music |
Ceremony florals by Lee Forrest Design |
Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes Orlando wedding - Citrus Garden |
Dec 18/11 - Carly & Wesley, Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes, Orlando, FL
After a chilly morning the weather warmed up for this beautiful wedding.
I was the wedding ceremony musician at the Gazebo which is a lovely lakefront location.
Then I moved my harp to play cocktail hour music at the Da Vinci Terrace.
Here is the wedding ceremony music:
Bridal Party: What a Wonderful World
Bride: Have I Told You Lately
Recessional: Big Pimpin' (Just the instrumental version!)
This is a photo of their reception area.
Congratulations to the newlyweds!
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Dec 18/11 - Jill & Joshua, Disney World Swan Hotel, Orlando, FL
I was the wedding harpist for this ceremony and cocktail hour at the Swan.
The ceremony was held at the pretty Crescent Terrace and the cocktail hour in the West Courtyard.
For weddings at Disney World, couples always include fun Disney touches like these Disney songs:
Once Upon a Dream,
A Whole New World and
Bella Notte,
and the cute Mickey & Minnie cake topper on this wedding cake!
Congratulations!
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Disney themed wedding cake at the Swan |
Dubsdread Wedding Ceremony |
Dec 17/11 - Kelly & James, Dubsdread Golf Club, Orlando, FL
It was such a gorgeous day for this couple on the patio outside the clubhouse.
I performed harp music for the wedding ceremony and the bride & groom chose
Canon in D for the bridal party entrance,
Mairi's Wedding for the flower girls (they were CUTE),
Trumpet Voluntary for the bride's processional,
The Lord's Prayer during the ceremony,
Ave Maria during the unity prayer, and
Maybe I'm Amazed for the recessional.
James is from Ireland and many guests traveled all the way to Florida for the wedding.
Congratulations to the newlyweds!
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Dec 12/11 - Amy & Christopher, Cypress Grove Estate House, Orlando, FL
I was the harp player for the wedding ceremony and during cake & champagne.
The celebration took place at beautiful Cypress Grove Estate House.
The ceremony had to be moved indoors but later the skies cleared so it was perfect for photos.
The bride and groom chose:
Bride: Lucky by Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat
Recessional: Hey Mama by Mat Kearney, a fun song they asked me to learn for their wedding.
Congratulations!
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Ready for the wedding toast at Cypress Grove! |
Dec 11/11 - Lerone & Murray, The Abbey & The Mezz, downtown Orlando, FL
I was the cocktail hour harpist in The Abbey for this wedding, and later I played harp music during the dinner hour upstairs at The Mezz.
This is a very unique downtown wedding venue which can be decorated to create any type of feel the bride & groom would like.
The wedding couple chose a lot of yellow and silver accents as you can see in the photos and it was lovely!
Their music choices included
Here and Now and
You Are the Sunshine of My Life.
Congratulations to this lovely couple and here are some photos from the wedding:
Beautiful tables at The Mezz, centerpiece by Greenery Productions |
Cute cake topper! |
Beautiful Church ceremony setting - Iglesia Pabellon |
Dec 10/11 - Jorge & Marlene, Iglesia Pabellon & Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Orlando, FL
This wedding ceremony took place at the church Iglesia Pabellon in south Orlando.
The church was decorated for the holidays and it was a beautiful setting!
The bride & groom chose traditional ceremony music:
Bridal Chorus - Here Comes the Bride for the bride's processional, and
Wedding March for the recessional.
I was also the cocktail hour musician at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress near Disney World,
and the couple requested many Puerto Rican songs such as
En Mi Viejo San Juan and
Lamento Borincano.
Congratulations!
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Dec 10/11 - Joyce & David, Renaissance Orlando at Sea World, Orlando, Florida
I performed wedding ceremony music for this couple in one of the ballrooms at the Renaissance Orlando. It was a pretty morning wedding and the bride & groom
chose a variety of Christian hymns and worship songs for their celebration, including
How Great Thou Art,
"Surrender" by Vineyard,
Amazing Grace, and
"How Great is Our God" by Chris Tomlin. For the recessional, the couple exited to the traditional
Wedding March. Congratulations and
thank you for including my harp music!
Dec 9/11 - Fawn & Steve, Wyndham Orlando Resort, Orlando, FL
I was the ceremony harp player for this destination wedding at the lovely Wyndham property. The ceremony took place in the morning at the beautiful tropical lagoon area of the resort.
For ceremony music the bride & groom chose the theme from
Beauty and the Beast for the Bridal Party, the traditional
Bridal Chorus - Here Comes the Bride for the bride's entrance,
A Moment Like This for the sand ceremony, and
You're My Best Friend by Tim McGraw for the recessional.
I absolutely loved Fawn's wedding gown!! Congratulations to the newly married couple!
Wyndham Orlando wedding |
Beautiful spot by the lagoon! |
Dec 4/11 - Dana & Jon, Mead Gardens & Winter Park Farmer's Market, Orlando, FL
I was the wedding ceremony harpist at Mead Gardens for this bride & groom.
Later I performed harp music for the cocktail hour at the Winter Park Farmer's Market.
It was a lovely day and the couple had a beautiful floral chuppah created by Lee Forrest Design for their ceremony.
Mead Gardens has an ampitheater that is perfect for weddings.
The ceremony music was:
Bride: Something by The Beatles
Recessional: Viva La Vida by Coldplay.
Congratulations to the newlyweds!
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Mead Gardens Wedding |
Cute wedding decor at the ceremony entrance! |
Dec 3/11 - Anika & Danny, Deer Creek Clubhouse, Orlando, FL
I was the wedding ceremony harp player for this sweet wedding in south Orlando.
The bride's aunt is a friend of mine and it is always an honor when friends ask me to perform at their special occasions.
The entire family is very talented with crafts and decorative arts, so there were many creative touches at the wedding!
The bride chose the lovely classical piece by Beethoven,
Fur Elise for the bridal party,
and for her own processional she chose the traditional
Bridal Chorus - Here Comes the Bride.
Congratulations!
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Dec 2/11 - Alyssa & Francisco, Heaven Event Center, Orlando, FL
I performed the wedding dinner music for this beautiful celebration at Heaven Event Center in south Orlando.
This is a modern venue that can be transformed into any style, depending on the linens and floral arrangements.
Uplighting also works well at this location.
You can see the rhinestone crystal drape ties and pink decor,
which turned the room into a beautiful setting for this bride & groom.
Congratulations!
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Heaven Event Center Wedding |
Dec 2/11 - Jason & Ingrid, Casa Feliz, Winter Park, FL
I was the wedding ceremony and cocktail hour harpist for this event and it was a wonderful evening.
Casa Feliz had a garland decoration on the balcony and there was a slight chill so the bride wore a white wrap for her gown, which all added to the holiday winter wedding atmosphere.
The bridal party entered to
Canon in D, the bride walked up the aisle to
Trumpet Voluntary, and for the recessional the couple chose a fun song:
Viva La Vida by Coldplay. Congratulations!
Lovely photo by Chris Sherbourne Photography |
Casa Feliz - Love the going away car! |
Along with December weddings, I also played harp music for Christmas Day Brunch in The Vineyard Grill restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes,
many corporate holiday parties, a special Holiday Harp afternoon at the Southwest Library, and
special holiday services at each of the Osceola Memory Gardens locations.
Thank you again for reading through my blog.
To all the future brides & grooms: Happy Wedding planning!
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