Sample Blog Post: Anniversary Dances
This is a sample blog post I did for a popular authority site:
Anniversary Dances
A New Twist on an Old Favorite
Appeared on a wedding authority website-2007
If you are looking for a new, meaningful tradition at your wedding reception, consider an anniversary dance. Instead of the tried and traditional bouquet toss and garter toss, introduce this unique wedding dance that invites everyone to participate.
At the appointed time, have the DJ or band leader invite all the married couples out onto the dance floor for a special wedding dance. As a meaningful song plays, the DJ asks anyone married less than 12 hours to leave the dance floor (which is obviously the newlyweds.) Next in measured moments, the DJ starts an anniversary countdown.
“If you’ve been married less than one year, please sit down. Two years…three….” The announcer continues in this fashion until all the happy pairs have dwindled to one last couple.
The winner is the couple who has been married the longest. The bride and groom can honor the couple by presenting them with a special gift such the bride’s bouquet or a table centerpiece. For an eloquent touch, have the DJ or band leader play another wedding song and have the two married couples dance together on the dance floor.
Choosing the Right Music
Imprint the memory of this dance on your guest’s minds by choosing the right music for your anniversary dance. Your best bets are classics with a contemporary bent. Classic crooners such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin or Tony Bennett are great choices since both young and old are likely to recognize the song. Contemporary ballad singers like Harry Connick, Jr. and Michael Buble’ are also a wise alternative that will please your guests of all ages.
Any one of these suggested songs would be a great anniversary dance option:
“Young at Heart” by Frank Sinatra
“Wonderful Tonight” by Eric Clapton
“Through the Years” by Kenny Rogers
“The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra
Search for other songs at WedAlert.com for a complete wedding dance roster.
The anniversary dance has been growing in popularity but it can also be confusing to guests and unfortunately, sometimes the DJ. Make sure the DJ understands the concept completely and can explain it simple terms to the audience.
In the end, an anniversary dance is a wonderful way to honor the institute of marriage and recognizes the strong, successful couples who have went before you.
