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[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.

[Entertainment] Piano pieces I want to play at a wedding (11–20)

CAN YOU CELEBRATE?Amuro Namie

CAN YOU CELEBRATE? Piano Namie Amuro Drama Theme Song Virgin Road
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.

Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu

Canon / Pachelbel / with sheet music / Piano / Canon / Pachelbel / Piano / CANACANA
Let's become a familyFukuyama Masaharu

This is the 27th single by singer-songwriter Masaharu Fukuyama, who, while enjoying top-tier popularity as an actor, also showcases his appeal as a photographer and radio DJ.

The song was used as the commercial theme for Recruit’s wedding magazine Zexy and as the image song for the variety program “Kazoku ni Narou (Yo).” From the title and tie-ins alone, it delivers a straightforward impact that evokes nothing but marriage.

The lyrical melody, which makes your heart swell, conveys a great love that colors the life event of marriage.

It’s the perfect number to celebrate a new beginning at a wedding, and one you’ll want to choose for a piano performance as part of the festivities.

ButterflyKimura Kaera

[With Lyrics] Kaela Kimura “Butterfly” ~ Piano Cover (Advanced Solo) ~ I tried playing it ‘Zexy CM Song’
ButterflyKimura Kaera

Beyond her music career, singer Kaela Kimura has also made a name for herself as a fashion model and actress, showcasing her talents to the world.

This is her first digital-only single.

The song was featured in a commercial for Recruit’s wedding magazine, Zexy, and thanks to its marriage-themed lyrics and catchy melody, it’s widely known as a wedding staple.

Even performed with just a piano, it preserves its cute vibe while offering a different kind of depth from the original, making it a fun choice for a wedding reception performance.

It’s a number that blends pop brightness with a sense of grandeur, perfect for coloring a wedding celebration.

CanonJohann Pachelbel

Pachelbel – Canon In D Major. Best version.
CanonJohann Pachelbel

A piece by the German composer Johann Pachelbel, an active Baroque-era composer known for his significant contributions to the development of the chorale prelude and the fugue.

Famous under the title “Pachelbel’s Canon,” this work features the chord progression commonly known as the “canon progression,” which has inspired many great songs in popular music as well.

Its structure, which gradually builds over a repeating chord progression, can create a grand and expansive impression even in a solo piano performance.

As one of the most widely known classics, it’s a highly recommended choice for entertainment or special event performances.

Greeting of LoveEdward Elgar

A piece by the English composer Edward Elgar, who originally worked as a music teacher and violinist and whose works are still beloved at concerts around the world today.

It is said to be a piece he gave as an engagement gift to his wife, Caroline Alice Elgar, who was active as a writer of prose and poetry, and even those not well-versed in classical music have likely heard it at least once.

Its gentle, refreshing melody evokes a sense of new beginnings and is perfect for a wedding performance.

As a universally known classical masterpiece, it is also a highly recommended number for piano performance.

Beauty and the BeastAlan Menken

[Recommended for piano recitals] Beauty and the Beast ♫ Alan Menken / Beauty and the Beast, Alan Menken
Beauty and the BeastAlan Menken

This song was created as the theme for Disney’s film Beauty and the Beast and became a worldwide hit along with the movie.

The story’s elements—two people whose relationship develops into romance despite repeated misunderstandings, and a happy ending in which they overcome difficulties to be united—seem perfectly suited to a wedding setting.

With its calm yet grand atmosphere, as if expressing the way the two gradually open their hearts to each other, it would surely shine in a festive moment.

[Entertainment] Piano pieces I want to play at a wedding (21–30)

Love so sweetarashi

Love so sweet / Arashi [with piano sheet music]
Love so sweetarashi

A five-member idol group also referred to as a national sensation, Arashi released this as their 18th single.

The song was used as the theme for the TV drama Hana Yori Dango 2 (Returns) and is known as one of their signature tracks that brought the name Arashi to a wider audience.

Its light, fast-paced rhythm creates a fresh atmosphere that differs from the more subdued pieces often chosen for wedding piano performances.

It’s a modern wedding song that adds a glamorous touch to the joyous occasion of a wedding.