How to Build a Wedding Playlist That Feels Like You

Introduction: More Than Just Music

Your wedding playlist isn’t just a list of songs — it’s your soundtrack. At Arpeggio Wedding Entertainment, we help couples across Rhode Island turn their favorite music into unforgettable wedding moments. Whether your vibe is timeless classics, 90s nostalgia, or high-energy club hits, we’ll help you build a playlist that feels authentically you.

Start With Your Songs

Think about songs that tell your story as a couple:

What was playing when you first met?
What’s your song?
What music reminds you of trips, milestones, or lazy Sundays together?

Use these for moments like:

First dance
Ceremony entrance or recessional
Private last dance
Cake cutting or grand entrance

Pro tip: Even if it’s not a “love song,” if it means something to you — it belongs in your wedding.

Plan for Every Part of the Day

It’s not just the dance floor that needs music. Create playlists (or let us help) for:

Ceremony: String covers? Movie scores? Acoustic favorites?
Cocktail Hour: Chill, happy, background-worthy.
Dinner: Light beats or nostalgic throwbacks.
Reception: Time to party.

We’ll make sure the transitions between each part feel seamless.

Combine Personal Favorites with Dance Floor Fillers

We believe your guests should experience your musical taste. But we also know how to keep the dance floor full. We’ll help you:

Add 2–3 “must play” songs that get your people hyped.
Avoid songs or genres you don’t want (we take “no” seriously!).
Trust your DJ to adjust in real time based on energy and crowd reactions.

Requests or No Requests?

Should your guests be able to make song requests? You get to decide.

Options include:

Open Requests (guests can suggest anything)
Filtered Requests (we check with you first)
No Requests (we stick to your vibe, no surprises)

We honor whatever experience you want to create.

Use Spotify Playlists as Inspiration

If you’re not sure where to start, scroll Spotify for ideas:

Romantic Indie
Dance Floor Favorites
2000s Throwback
Timeless Classics

Save anything you love, and we’ll shape it into a cohesive flow for the night.

Want inspiration? Check out our Spotify playlists curated by real DJs at Arpeggio.

Trust Your DJ Team

One of the best parts of working with Arpeggio Wedding Entertainment? You don’t have to figure it out alone. We’ll collaborate with you on:

Song selections
Custom versions or edits
Setlists tailored to your timeline

With decades of experience and hundreds of weddings under our belt, we know how to make every moment sound amazing.

Let's Make Your Wedding Sound Like You

From your ceremony to your last dance, the right music transforms the entire day. Our DJs help you build a personalized playlist that reflects your personality and keeps the party going.

Ready to get started?
Contact Arpeggio Wedding Entertainment today and let’s create a wedding soundtrack that’s as unforgettable as your love story.

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