[2026] Play It on the Sax! A Collection of Recommended Wedding Songs for Ceremonies and Receptions

One million times, I love youRake

WSJ-11-026 One Million Times “I Love You” / Rake (Wind Ensemble J-POP)

It’s a song that expresses love straightforwardly.

It’s often played on guitar, but it also suits saxophone (alto sax).

“I’ll send you a million ‘I love you’s”…

it’s a track that conveys a passionate message of love.

It’s one I’d like to play at my wedding, too.

SummerHisaishi Joe

Summer (Saxophone Quintet)

It’s a famous piece with a beautiful melody.

I’ve been hearing it often since I was an elementary school student over 20 years ago.

It’s a song I feel deeply attached to, as I also performed it when I was in the wind ensemble.

I even have memories of playing it as a saxophone quartet at a friend’s wedding.

ForeverGosuperāzu

Forever — The Gospellers

A signature work by The Gospellers, one of Japan’s most renowned a cappella groups.

Beloved by many as a classic ballad, it conveys a heartrending world through stunning harmonies.

With a saxophone timbre that fits perfectly, the song draws you into its pure atmosphere.

A Little Love SongMONGOL800

MONGOL800 / A Small Love Song

A signature song by MONGOL800, a band that enjoyed charismatic popularity in the 2000s.

Its popularity was reignited when it was used as an insert song in episodes 2, 8, and 10 of the Fuji TV drama “Operation Love.” The track features a cool saxophone sound.

Amazing Grace

Amazing Grace (Alto Saxophone Solo)

A hymn known for its deeply moving, beautiful melody.

In the United States, it is so beloved that it’s sometimes called the “second national anthem,” and it is widely used in films and TV dramas in Japan as well.

The lyrics were originally written in 1772 by the British clergyman John Newton, expressing gratitude for God’s grace through the lens of his tumultuous life.

Composed of a simple 16-bar melody repeated throughout, it pairs well with the warm tone of the saxophone and is popular as a performance at weddings and receptions.

Try playing it with expressive dynamics and variation to bring out its full emotional depth!

i’m not in love10cc

10cc I’m Not In Love　Kouji Okuno alto saxophone

A song released by 10cc in 1975.

The lyrics express a man’s feelings as he puts on a brave face and says to his girlfriend(?) that “this isn’t love.” The words are suggestive and open to interpretation, but once arranged for sax, what remains is a graceful melody line with a gentle arrangement.

In a sense, it might be particularly well-suited to an instrumental arrangement.

Dancing QueenABBA

Dancing Queen (ABBA), Saxophone – Mr. Roman

It’s a song that celebrates youth, freedom, and the joy of dancing.

With its infectious rhythm and catchy melody, it’s loved everywhere—from discos to wedding receptions and parties.

Released as a single in Sweden in August 1976, it became a worldwide hit.

It also appears in the Mamma Mia! film series and is widely known as one of ABBA’s signature songs.

It’s a perfect choice for a wedding performance.

If you arrange it with the warm tones of a saxophone, it will become a wonderful performance that the bride and groom will cherish.

Since it’s a song everyone can enjoy dancing to, it’s also recommended for those who want to liven up a wedding reception.