Vicky and Jack’s wedding at Clevedon Hall was one of those days that had the perfect mix of elegance, fun and full-on wedding energy.
Clevedon Hall is such a beautiful setting for a wedding, and the plan for this one was extra special. Rather than playing the ceremony exit directly from the Orangery, I was waiting in the Great Hall ready to surprise guests as they arrived after the ceremony.
The couple had chosen Mr Blue Sky as their ceremony exit song, and from there the celebration flowed straight into live sax for the drinks reception and cocktail hour.
It was a complete surprise for the guests, which made it even more exciting.
The drinks reception was all about creating that feel-good atmosphere straight after the ceremony.
Guests were arriving and the drinks were flowing. Live sax worked perfectly here, adding energy without taking over the moment. It gave everyone something to enjoy, while still allowing people to chat, celebrate and soak up the setting.
For Vicky and Jack, the saxophone was not just background music. It was part of the surprise, part of the guest experience and a way of setting the tone for the rest of the afternoon.
The performance then continued through into the wedding breakfast, with music chosen to keep the energy lifted between courses and build the atmosphere before speeches.
Vicky and Jack had picked some brilliant songs for this part of the day, including Freed From Desire, which was used for the wedding breakfast entrance, along with a mix of feel-good classics and party favourites.
The soundtrack included everything from One Step Beyond by Madness and Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder, to Valerie by Amy Winehouse, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You by Frankie Valli and Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield .
It was the perfect combination of music for a wedding breakfast that did not feel too formal or static. Instead, the afternoon had movement, energy and personality.
One of the best parts of the day was seeing how much the guests got involved.
Vicky and Jack wanted music that would get people up and dancing in between courses, and that is exactly what happened. The atmosphere built throughout the wedding breakfast, with guests singing, dancing and fully embracing the surprise sax moments.
Before speeches, we finished with Dancing Queen and Bohemian Rhapsody, which had everyone on their feet. It was such a brilliant way to bring that section of the day to a close before moving into the next part of the wedding.
The energy in the room was incredible, and it genuinely felt like the party had started before the evening reception had even begun.
This wedding was a perfect example of how live sax can be used across multiple parts of the day.
It started as a surprise for guests after the ceremony, continued through the drinks reception, and then became a real feature during the wedding breakfast. Rather than the afternoon feeling like separate sections, the music helped everything flow naturally.
The saxophone added atmosphere, personality and a real sense of celebration. It gave guests something to remember and helped create those big shared moments that people were still talking about afterwards.
For couples who want their wedding breakfast to feel fun, relaxed and full of energy, this kind of setup works brilliantly.
Vicky and Jack’s wedding at Clevedon Hall was such an incredible day to be part of.
From the surprise sax entrance after the ceremony to the drinks reception, wedding breakfast and everyone dancing before speeches, the whole afternoon was full of joy, energy and unforgettable moments.
A huge thank you to Vicky and Jack for having me as part of their wedding day, and to Kurtis & Danielle Henry for capturing the day so beautifully.
If you are planning a wedding at Clevedon Hall and want live saxophone for your drinks reception, wedding breakfast or evening party, I would love to help create the perfect soundtrack for your day.
Vicky & Jack
