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Christopher Rude, Classical Guitarist
West Salem, WI 54669
ph: 608.498.7761

Chris@rudeguitar.com

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6 Great Reasons to Hire Me...

Christopher Rude Wedding Wire Couples Choice Award WinnerWhat Do Clients Say?

"Chris was a joy to work with!"

"He took care of all the details associated with sound for the ceremony."

"Christopher offers an enormous selection of pieces to choose from."

"Everything was perfect!"

"I would definitely recommend him!"

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  • Giordani - Caro Mio Ben
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    This gentle sweet melody was composed on an Italian poem and makes an elegant backdrop for any part of the ceremony.

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  • Brown - Bells
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    This little piece is beautiful in its simplicity, and makes a good invocation.  If you listen carefully, you can hear bells ringing in the interior voices.

  • Milan - Pavan in D
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    This Renassiance dance makes a great processional.  Moving effortlessly from voice to voice, the melody weaves a brief, but heart-felt love story.

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  • Bach - Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
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    One of Bach's most recognizeable classics, "Jesu" is often chosen to accompany the procession of the wedding party or the bride herself.

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  • Bach - Prelude in D
    Bach - Prelude in D

    This timeless cello piece is equally fitting as a prelude, processional or solo.  The guitar lends harmony and texture to the music.

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  • Wagner - Bridal Chorus
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    The most popular processional of all, this unmistakable classic is traditionally played on an organ, but the guitar gives it new life!

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  • Puccini - Oh, My Beloved Father
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    This famous aria from the opera, Gianni Schicchi, is very popular at weddings.  Its lingering melody makes it perfect for a dedication or solo.

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  • Bach - Air on the G String
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    Commonly used as a prelude, Bach's timeless "Air" is elevated to new heights by the gentle, harp-like strings of the classical guitar.

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  • Pachelbel - Canon
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    This piece is very popular among modern brides and sets an elegant background for romantic processionals and unity ceremonies.

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  • Schubert - Ave Maria
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    This haunting and graceful melody is often used as a prelude, solo or postlude piece.

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  • Puccini - Musetta's Waltz
    Play Puccini - Musetta's WaltzPuccini - Musetta's WaltzPuccini - Musetta's Waltz

    This unforgettable melody from "La Boheme" works beautifully anywhere in the ceremony program.

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  • Bach - Gavotte
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    From Bach's sixth cello suite, this tune is both beautiful and recognizable.  It works well in any part of the ceremony, especially as a recessional.

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  • Beethoven - Ode to Joy
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    Beethoven's inspiring and most famous melody makes a perfect recessional for the newly-wed couple.

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  • Mendelssohn - Wedding March
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    This familiar fanfare is a popular choice for celebrating the completion of the ceremony and beginning the recessional.

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  • Satie - Gymnopedie 1
    Play Satie - Gymnopedie 1Satie - Gymnopedie 1Satie - Gymnopedie 1

    This sweet lullaby simultaneously evokes both melancholy and romance, making it one of Satie's most famous works.  It's often used as postlude.

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  • Handel - Hornpipe from Water Music
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    This is one of Handel's finest melodies, and works beautifully as a recessional or postlude feature.

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Hire Me for Your Reception!

Christopher Rude Wedding Reception Guitarist

Add sparkle to your cocktail period or banquet with lively, sophistocated classical guitar music, performed live!  I offer very affordable package upgrades that will liven up your reception!  I also offer reception only packages by the hour.

Call, text, or email me now!

chris@rudeguitar.com

(608) 498 7761

 

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Christopher Rude, Classical Guitarist
West Salem, WI 54669
ph: 608.498.7761

Chris@rudeguitar.com

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