Hannah & Charlie’s Wedding At The Newbury Boston | Live Wedding Music Breakdown
A Classic, JoyFilled Wedding at The Newbury Boston
Hannah and Charlie’s wedding at The Newbury Boston was a beautiful blend of timeless tradition, elegant design, and highenergy celebration. Thoughtfully planned by Jen Rodman of Sunday Social Events and captured by Zev Fisher, the day flowed seamlessly from an intimate classical ceremony to a vibrant, dancefilled reception with live music guiding every moment.
Below is a full musical breakdown of the day, from ceremony through reception, highlighting how each space and ensemble enhanced the experience for their guests.
Photo by Zev Fisher Photography
Ceremony | Garden Room at The Newbury Boston
The day began in the Garden Room, an elegant and lightfilled space that set the tone for a refined and emotional ceremony. For the prelude and ceremony, Hannah and Charlie chose a Classical String Trio featuring violin, viola, and cello, a perfect fit for the room’s acoustics and classic aesthetic.
Ceremony Music Highlights:
Prelude: Classical string selections performed live as guests arrived
Wedding Party Processional: “Birds of a Feather” by Billie Eilish (string trio arrangement)
Bride Processional: “Canon in D” by Pachelbel
Recessional: “Dancing Queen” by ABBA, an upbeat and joyful sendoff that immediately lifted the energy in the room
The combination of traditional repertoire with modern arrangements gave the ceremony a timeless feel while still feeling personal and celebratory.
Cocktail Hour | Assembly Foyer
Following the ceremony, guests moved into the Assembly Foyer for cocktail hour. The Classical String Trio continued to perform, creating a smooth musical transition while maintaining an elegant, conversational atmosphere.
Live strings during cocktail hour are ideal for venues like The Newbury Boston, refined enough to complement the architecture while remaining light and engaging for mingling guests.
Reception | Ballroom Celebration
As the reception opened in the Ballroom at The Newbury Boston, the energy shifted into full celebration mode. Hannah and Charlie chose a seven piece live wedding band, creating a dynamic, full sound that immediately filled the room and set the tone for the night ahead.
Reception Music Highlights:
Grand Entrance Song: “Baby” by Justin Bieber, a fun and unexpected entrance that instantly energized the room
First Dance: “To Love Somebody” by Nina Simone — soulful, emotional, and timeless
From the very first song, the dance floor was packed. Guests of all ages filled the floor early and stayed there all night, a testament to both thoughtful song selection and the power of live music at a wedding reception.
One of the most memorable moments of the evening was the traditional Jewish hora, which became a true highlight of the night. The band performed an extended, high energy hora lasting nearly ten minutes, seamlessly weaving together “Siman Tov,” “Od Yishama,” and “Hava Nagila.” Chairs were lifted, circles formed, and the ballroom came alive with joy, movement, and celebration… exactly what couples envision when planning a Jewish wedding with live music.
The sevenpiece band allowed for musical flexibility throughout the night, moving effortlessly between classic favorites, modern hits, and cultural traditions while keeping momentum strong and the dance floor consistently full.
Why Live Wedding Music Works at The Newbury Boston
Hannah and Charlie’s wedding is a perfect example of how live wedding music elevates every part of the day, especially at a luxury venue like The Newbury Boston. From a refined string trio for ceremony and cocktail hour to a highenergy live wedding band for the reception, each musical choice enhanced the guest experience and complemented the venue’s unique spaces.
For couples planning a Boston wedding or New England wedding, live music offers: Seamless transitions between ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception Custom song arrangements that reflect your personal style Higher energy and stronger guest engagement compared to playlists alone The ability to honor cultural and religious traditions, including Jewish wedding customs
Whether you’re planning an elegant garden ceremony, a sophisticated cocktail hour, or a packed dance floor reception, choosing the right wedding band in Boston and professional ceremony musicians can completely transform your wedding day.
Wedding Team:
Venue: The Newbury Boston
Planning: Jen Rodman, Sunday Social Events
Photography: Zev Fisher Photography
Hair: Viselli Salon
Makeup: Jeremy Makeup
Florist: Table & Tulip
Bakery: Dessert Works Bakery
Hannah and Charlie’s wedding was a joyful, musicfilled celebration from start to finish — proof that when live music is thoughtfully curated, it becomes one of the most memorable parts of the entire wedding day.