[Entertainment] Piano pieces I want to play at a wedding
Is anyone thinking about performing a piano piece as entertainment at a wedding?
Since many senior guests will be present, such as the couple’s relatives and colleagues, a calm, elegant piano performance is often appreciated among musical options.
That said, when it’s time to perform, it can be hard to decide which pieces to play.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for a wedding performance.
From piano arrangements of J-pop to beloved Disney tunes and classical masterpieces, we’ve gathered pieces that suit weddings—feel free to use them as a reference.
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[Entertainment] Piano pieces I want to play at a wedding (1–10)
You Raise Me UpSECRET GARDEN
If you’re looking for a song to perform as a wedding reception highlight, I highly recommend “You Raise Me Up,” originally performed by the Nordic duo Secret Garden and later popularized through numerous cover versions.
Its lyrics convey a profound message of emotional support and hope, symbolizing the strength to overcome life’s hardships and the importance of love from someone dear.
Since its 2002 release, the song has been covered by over 100 artists worldwide, making it a perfect fit for celebrating the newlyweds’ new beginning.
The piano melody, brimming with hope for the future, is sure to move your guests.
Why not perform this resonant piece during the festivities to mark such a meaningful moment in life?
threadNakajima Miyuki
This is the 35th single by singer-songwriter Miyuki Nakajima, who has set numerous records in J-POP history with not only her original works but also many hit songs she’s written for other artists.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Seija no Koshin” (March of the Saints), it was released as a double A-side single together with “Inochi no Betsumei.” Its message—simple yet profound—likens human relationships to threads, a truth we’d want to etch into our hearts anew at a major life event like a wedding.
It’s a classic that will undoubtedly resonate even with just a piano performance, making it a highly recommended piece for wedding entertainment.
Baby, God Bless YouSeizuka Shinya
A piece by pianist Shinya Kiyozuka, well-known as the main theme of TBS’s Friday drama “Kounodori.” It expresses through music the depth of love that a baby’s birth brings to parents, as well as the joys and trials that follow.
Its moving melody makes it ideal for easy listening and is often chosen for wedding scenes, such as reading letters to parents.
Included on the album “Anata no Tame no Soundtrack,” released in December 2015, the track has continued to be loved by many fans, with new arrangement versions released afterward.
Perfect for weddings that celebrate a couple at a life milestone and their vows of eternal love, this piece invites you to convey your feelings through Kiyozuka’s delicate piano tones.
[Entertainment] Piano pieces I want to play at a wedding (11–20)
Time To Say GoodbyeAndrea Bocelli
An inspiring number that portrays the resolve and hope of starting a new life with a loved one.
Featured on Sarah Brightman’s album “Timeless” and Andrea Bocelli’s classic “Romanza,” it has been cherished worldwide since its 1996 release.
It achieved massive success across many countries, including a 14-week run at No.
1 in Germany, and has been widely used in TV programs and film soundtracks.
The majestic orchestral accompaniment—seamlessly blending elements of classical music and pop—and the beautiful harmonies woven by the two singers deeply move listeners.
It’s a perfect choice of BGM for special occasions such as weddings and anniversaries.
Part Of Your WorldAlan Menken
From the Disney classic The Little Mermaid comes Part of Your World.
It’s a song in which the story’s protagonist, the mermaid Ariel, dreams of the human world, and its message and moving melody are truly stirring.
A wedding is a major turning point in life, and the two embarking on a new path surely have dreams of their own.
Why not perform this piece with the wish that “those dreams will come true”? As befits a classic, there are plenty of reference performance videos available—be sure to search and find an arrangement you love!
Marry YouBruno Mars
This is the fourth single by singer-songwriter Bruno Mars, known as the artist who won the most Grammy Awards in a single night and a holder of two Guinness World Records.
As the title suggests, the lyrics convey the message “I want to marry you,” and the catchy pop melody brightly colors the new beginning that is a wedding.
The dramatic melody has the power to move listeners even when performed with just a piano.
It’s an uplifting number that’s perfect as entertainment on a happy day.
CAN YOU CELEBRATE?Amuro Namie
This is the ninth single by Namie Amuro, a singer from Okinawa who sparked the “Amuraa” boom in the 1990s and, despite enjoying immense popularity as a Heisei-era diva, retired in 2018.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama Virgin Road, its lyrics that evoke marriage and its lyrical melody truly move the heart.
In the original, Amuro’s vocals linger in your ears, but performing it on piano lets you rediscover the beautiful melody crafted by composer Tetsuya Komuro.
By daring to present this classic as a piano piece, you can uncover new charms—making it a highly recommended wedding song for a reception performance.