.png)
Unscripted, Unforgettable
- Christie Becker
- Jul 11
- 2 min read
They didn’t plan a first dance.
In fact, they weren’t planning much beyond a private, intimate ceremony with their nearest and dearest — a beautiful, relaxed gathering full of warmth, love, and the comfort of simply being with the people who matter most.
The big reception? That’s still to come. But for this day, they wanted something quiet. Something soulful. A celebration that felt like them.
Jazz standards filled the air — mingling with modern ballads and a few upbeat surprises — creating a relaxed, joy-filled vibe. No rigid schedule. No pressure. Just love and laughter, wrapped in music.
And then, something unexpected happened. As a song played — one they hadn’t chosen, hadn’t debated over, hadn’t analyzed for meaning or tempo — they looked at each other and just knew.
This was their moment. They stepped into a quiet, spontaneous first dance. No stage. No cue. No spotlight. Just the kind of joy so full, it had to be expressed through movement — through dancing together.
That joy didn’t stop with them.
Their parents, inspired by the moment, took to the floor with Stevie Wonder as their soundtrack, letting loose and “cutting a rug” like no one was watching. Their kids followed suit — sons and daughters dancing with their parents to Perfect by Ed Sheeran, wrapped in smiles and swaying arms.
None of it was rehearsed. None of it was on a timeline.
And yet, it was perfect.
Let’s skip the script and make something real
These are the moments that stay with us — the kind born from authenticity, not Pinterest boards. The kind that can’t be duplicated or manufactured. The kind that bubble up when the energy is right, the love is overflowing, and the space has been made for being, not just planning.
So here’s your gentle midweek reminder:
Leave room for the unplanned.
Make space for the magic.
Let your wedding breathe.
The most unforgettable moments are often the ones you never saw coming.
With 30 years of experience mastering the violin, I specialize in crafting bespoke setlists and arrangements that reflect your unique vision and preferences. Recognized with 8 'best-of' awards including The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame, I'm dedicated to creating unforgettable musical experiences tailored to your event.
Comments