Your Wedding Day Should Feel Like Magic, Not Logistics
Save the Date Music shows up early, dressed, and ready. We handle every detail so you can walk down the aisle and let the music carry you, without worrying if your musicians are going to come through because we already have.
Serving Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and across North Carolina
Proud to have performed at some of the most beautiful venues in North Carolina
Trusted by Couples & Event Planners for Over 40 Years
Since the 1970s, Save the Date Music has provided exceptional live music for thousands of weddings and events throughout Raleigh and the surrounding areas.
- 40+ years of excellence
- 1,000+ events performed
- Elite professional musicians
Our Services
Ceremony Music
From the first notes of the prelude to the final chord of the recessional,
live music creates an unforgettable atmosphere for your ceremony.
Thoughtfully curated violin performances elevate each moment with elegance, emotion, and timeless sophistication.
Includes:
- 30 minutes of prelude music while guests arrive
- Entrances for family, the wedding party, and the couple
- Special ceremony selections such as hand binding, candle lighting, or communion
- Recessional music for the couple, wedding party, family, and guests
Cocktail Hour
Live music during cocktail hour creates a warm, celebratory ambiance while guests mingle and enjoy the transition into the reception.
Cocktail Hour Includes:
- Up to 60 minutes of live background music
- Custom selections or a blend of classical, pop, and jazz
- Seamless transition from ceremony music
Full Event Coverage
From ceremony to reception, enjoy seamless professional live music throughout your celebration. Whether you envision the intimacy of solo violin, a rich string quartet, or the variety of a DJ, we will help you find the perfect soundscape for your dinner and reception.
Full Event Coverage Includes:
- Ceremony
- Cocktail hour
- Dinner
- Up to 4 hours of Reception
- Solo violin/cello/saxophone, duo, trio, quartet, band, or DJ
- Background music perfectly suited for dining and conversation
- Curated Musical selections to match your vision
- First Dances
- Smooth Transitions
- Enhancement available
- Photobooth
- Solo violin Dance Floor Appearance
- Dancing on a Cloud Experience
- Lighting-Disco, laser light show
Corporate & Private Celebrations
From corporate galas to milestone birthdays, anniversary parties, and baby showers live music transforms your event into an experience your guests won’t stop talking about. We work with event planners, executives, and families across North Carolina to create the right atmosphere for each occasion. Communicating and planning all of the details so you don’t have to worry about anything on the day of your event.
Corporate and Private Celebrations Include:
- Solo, duo, trio, quartet, Band, and DJ option
- Background or featured performance options
- Classical, jazz, pop, R&B, or custom selections
- Flexible Timing and set up
- Professional Performance
Proposals and Intimate Moments
There is only one chance to make the moment perfect. A live violinist playing her favorite song as you get down on one knee, that is something she’ll remember for the rest of her life. We specialize in creating those once-in-a-lifetime moments with discretion, care, and music that moves people.
Includes:
- Personalized Song Selection
- Discrete coordination so the surprise stays a surprise
- Indoor and Outdoor locations
- Flexible Timing and set up
- Professional Performance
- Solo or Ensemble options
Why Clients Choose Save the Date Music
We’re not just musicians, we are seasoned professionals who have performed at hundreds of weddings and know exactly what it takes to make yours run beautifully. Every ensemble is hand-selected, every detail is confirmed in advance, and someone who actively performs professionally is managing your event from booking to final note.
What Our Clients Say
“We wanted to thank you for providing us with the BEST music for our ceremony and reception…
all of our guests said it was the most romantic ceremony they had ever seen. The trio was a huge success!”
– Mo & Rob T.
“I want to thank you and your musical colleagues for a wonderful musical presentation at my daughter’s wedding. Absolutely beautiful and such total professionalism! Thank you for your attention to detail and making this day truly special.” -Patti U.
How It Works
- Reach Out: Tell us about your date, venue, and vision. We’ll confirm availability and answer questions.
- Let’s Connect:Quick phone or zoom call, or email communication to make sure we’re the perfect fit
- Get your Quote: We’ll send a custom proposal tailored to your event
- Book with Confidence: A simple agreement and retained secures your date.
- Make it Yours: We’ll work together to plan your music, timing, and every detail to match your vision.
Let’s Create Something Unforgettable
Tell us about your event and receive custom recommendations within 24 hours.
Listen to Our Music Samples
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