Wedding Ceremony Singer

Wedding Ceremony Singer

Including meaningful songs in your ceremony conveys feelings of romance and love for all to share.

Live music creates beautiful memories that last a lifetime. I’m dedicated to singing impassioned music that will enhance your wedding ceremony.

You’ll be treated to heartfelt singing when you hire Diane Martinson as your vocalist and JJ Saecker as pianist. They’ll work hard to ensure that your wedding music is everything you’ve dreamed of, and an experience your guests will remember.

Diane has performed at hundreds of weddings and is highly recommended by Twin Cities area wedding planners.

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Minneapolis / St. Paul, Minnesota

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Diane Martinson Music Testimonials: my clients say it best –

Music is such an important part of our wedding ceremony. The beauty and sincerity of your voice has the ability to reach to the core of each person and bring them together to celebrate the wonder of this special moment. No family could hope for more at this all important time in their lives!

Joanne O

Hire Diane; From now on, I’ll be recommending you, both on my web site and in person, as by far the *best* singer that couples could possibly get for a wedding!

Rev. Tomkin Coleman

mnweddingminister.com

Best Day Ever!
Diane is a wonderful performer. Her selection of music and vocal renditions are superb. We were so touched by her personal attention to our wedding ceremony and the richness the music added to our very special day. I would recommend Diane for any occasion where music is a significant part, she is professional, creative and a joy to work with.

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(rated 5 stars on theknot.com)

My fiance and I knew we wanted great music for our wedding ceremony, but we didn’t know where to start. Diane and her pianist, JJ, were beyond helpful in the planning process-just extremely pleasant to work with. The great service they provide is second only to the beautiful music they will create for your occasion. We highly recommend Diane Martinson and her accompanists!

Anne M

WONDERFUL! I want to thank you for making this moment in our lives so Magical!!

Julene & Tony

Beautiful Voice
Diane and JJ did such a great job, not only at the wedding itself but throughout the entire process! When we had our meeting to choose songs both Diane and JJ were so nice and happy to perform right in front of you so you knew exactly what you were getting. Diane has such a great voice and has a definite wow factor to everyone at the wedding. They are such genuinely nice people and are very flexible. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

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(rated 5 stars on theknot.com)

Everyone commented on how touching and beautiful the music was. …I will never forget the wonderful ceremony that Aric and I had because of you.

Christy R

Diane, Everyone comments to me how beautiful your voice was. You and JJ did an excellent job and your lovely voice helped make our ceremony very memorable. Michael and I enjoyed working with you and have already given recommendations to many! Thank you for making our wedding day perfect. Sincere thanks!

Michael & Bonita J

Diane Martinson Wedding Music, The music was so wonderful I could hardly speak, I still get choked up when I think of it. My daughter said they were selecting the ceremony music with you, your singing and music performed by your instruments was just perfect, it couldn’t have been better. We were so very pleased!

Jeanne K

mother of bride

Dear Diane, What a voice! Thank you for making our wedding that much more magical. We cannot thank you enough for the beautiful music you provided during our ceremony. All the best

Rita & Kyle

Diane and her musicians were fabulous! The ceremony music was beautiful and exactly what we wanted! The music was seamless and everyone enjoyed them.

Kristin S

(rated 5 stars on weddingwire.com)

Diane & JJ – Thank you so much for doing such a great job singing and playing the piano. Our wedding was so much more meaningful because you were a part of it. We received many compliments and we would highly recommend you to others getting married! Thank you!

Julie & Tony S

…One person said to us, she really feels the music and you can tell that you do. You put your heart and energy into those songs for us and we thank you for that. It really made our special day wonderful.

Grace & Mark

Thank you so much for going through the hassle of transcribing both of those new song requests for us. You don’t know how much that means to us to have you performing our music and we truly appreciate it. Thanks again for all of your dedication

Trisha L

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For more audio samples check out our Sample Song List

Ave Maria

by Franz Schubert

Grow Old With Me

Someone Like You

Apache Wedding Blessing

How Beautiful

Come What May

solo (or duet)

The Prayer

solo (or duet)

Wedding Day Anthem (This Day)

Message from Diane

Thank you for reviewing my vocal music for your wedding. I consider it a great honor to be a part of your celebration.

Performing in a large number of Twin City wedding ceremonies and private events, I have gained the experience and “know-how” to assist you in creating memorable music that enhances your wedding day.

I draw on my training, and performance experience which includes hundreds of weddings, as well as concerts, musical stage shows, and choral ensembles, to bring you a concert quality performance.

You can choose music from my song list or I’d be happy to learn your favorite special song. I offer a complimentary consultation to preview and select all the music needed.

I pride myself on delivering prompt personalized attention, providing many music options, and delivering remarkable music that people will talk about well after the ceremony. Music is my full time work, I am fully invested in making sure your music is exceptional.

I love working with couples to create meaningful music for their special day, Tell me about your wedding, let me know how I can assist you. I look forward to hearing from you,

Diane Martinson

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Music Planning for Your Wedding Ceremony

“Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart” — Pablo Casals

A complimentary consultation to plan song placement and preview ceremony music is provided 4 months before your wedding. I will sing and play through music options for you, and review any special requests. It’s best to have a copy of your ceremony outline from your officiant for our meeting.

It is my pleasure to provide custom song arrangements for my instrumental accompanists. My song arrangements compliment my vocal line and highlight the instrumentation.

I look forward to helping you select meaningful music that will enhance your special day.

Diane Wedding Music Planner (PDF)

Ceremony Music Order

Your officiant or church music director will be able to provide you with the ceremony order. I’ve also included an example of the placement of music in my planner PDF.

Prelude Music
Typically instrumental selections played 20 minutes prior to the ceremony while guests are being seated. A Vocal Prelude Solo may be sung during seating of family and lighting of the altar candles.

Processional
Music for the bridal party, the bride, or the couple’s entrance. This may be one longer song with a pause in the middle, or two music selections.

Wedding Ceremony Vocal Solos
Common places for solos can be in the beginning after the readings, after the homily, or during a unity candle or blessing section. Additional solos may be added depending on your ceremony. *Certain church services require additional music.

Recessional
Festive music for the wedding couple and bridal party exit (usually instrumental).

Postlude Music
Instrumental music while guests exit (usually selected by the musicians).

Special Song Requests

You can choose songs from Diane’s song list or she will happily learn your special request song. Special requests are typically due 3 months before the wedding.

Please provide a copy of piano/vocal sheet music and a link to a recording of the requested song. This will help Diane determine if there is a need for a key change or any other music alterations for accompanists. The fee is $30-$50 depending on the music and instrumentation – a quote will be given.

If you have a short order request or can’t furnish sheet music, Diane can transcribe music from the recording. The fee is $25-$50 depending on the music and instrumentation – a quote will be given.

Custom Music Arrangements

Diane offers custom music arrangements of songs for voice, piano, and other instruments. Using Diane’s musicians cuts costs from what it would be to hire other groups separately, then asking THEM to transcribe the music, arrange extra rehearsals, etc.

Diane offers the simplicity of one music contact person to coordinate everything for you, making it easy and fun to get the special music you want. You’ll be surprised how affordable it is to include custom music arrangements for your one of a kind ceremony.

Diane Martinson works with musical partner JJ Saecker (pianist) to provide custom music arrangements. They love creating musical arrangements and performances of songs that bring out the feel of the original artists and have special meaning for the listeners.