Choosing Music for Your Wedding Video
- Makenzi Starr
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
The right song can turn a beautiful wedding video into a powerful, emotional keepsake that transports you back to your day. That’s why choosing music for your wedding video is such an important part of the post-production process. Whether you’re dreaming of a soft acoustic ballad or an upbeat indie track, your music selection matters—and it should reflect your story as a couple.
At Starr Photo & Video, we guide couples through the process and allow them to pick music from licensed platforms so their video is not only meaningful, but also legal and sharable.
Why Choosing Music for Your Wedding Video Matters
When you watch a wedding video, the visuals may grab your attention, but it’s the music that makes you feel something. Music brings depth to the story—highlighting the joyful, tearful, or sacred moments of your day in a way that photos simply can’t.
Here’s why it matters:
It sets the emotional tone. Soft piano music may create a dreamy vibe, while upbeat folk can make a video feel light and fun.
It personalizes your film. Your music taste helps make the video feel authentically you.
It guides the edit. Videographers often use the rhythm and pacing of music to cut between clips, align visuals with beats, and create a sense of flow.
How to Choose the Right Music for Your Wedding Video
We always tell couples: there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to choosing music for your wedding video. It’s a creative decision, but here are some helpful tips to guide you:
1. Think About the Mood You Want
Are you hoping for something sentimental? Playful? Cinematic? Think about how you want to feel when you rewatch your wedding video—and how you want your family and friends to feel, too.
2. Consider Your Love Story
What kind of music fits your relationship? If you two love road trips, an indie acoustic track might be perfect. If you danced the night away to a particular song, that vibe might be right for your video too.
3. Trust Your Videographer
A good wedding videographer will offer curated music options and help you find something that fits your story, your pacing, and your final edit. At Starr Photo & Video, we make sure the music pairs beautifully with the visuals, even if you’re not sure what to pick yourself.
4. Use Licensed Music
This is a big one. Not using licensed music can result in step fees and legal trouble. Instead, we guide couples to amazing licensed music libraries that offer emotional, high-quality songs you can actually use and share online without worry.
Where to Find Licensed Wedding Video Music
We help our couples choose songs from licensed platforms like:
These platforms are filled with cinematic, emotional, and modern songs that sound just as professional as any chart-topping artist. You’ll find everything from instrumental piano pieces to indie pop, folk, cinematic orchestral tracks, and more.
When you book with Starr Photo & Video, we’ll send you direct links and suggestions based on your style and preferences. You can browse, listen, and pick the songs that feel right for your day.
What’s Included in Our Wedding Videography Packages
Each of our wedding videography packages includes options for personalized music selection. Whether you choose our Pearl, Gold, Diamond, or Platinum package, we ensure that your final video is edited with care—and with a soundtrack that feels true to your story.
We also offer an audio add-on, which combines music with real audio from your vows and speeches. This creates a rich, layered soundscape that feels like you're reliving the moment.
Here is a good example of audio of speeches and vows added in:
Final Thoughts on Choosing Music for Your Wedding Video
In the end, choosing music for your wedding video is all about finding songs that represent you as a couple. It doesn’t have to be a stressful decision—and we’re here to help every step of the way. Whether you want an emotional ballad or a joyful, upbeat track, we’ll make sure the final product captures the feeling of your day with music that’s just right.
If you're planning your wedding and haven't thought about your video music yet, don't worry—when you book with us, we'll walk you through it and give you everything you need to make a perfect choice.
Ready to create a wedding video that moves you every time you hit play? Reach out today to learn more about our wedding videography packages and how we can help you find the perfect music to tell your story.
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