Wedding Music: 8 Songs To Skip - Featured on the TheKnot.com

We're not saying we don't like these songs (okay…we don't like the "Chicken Dance"), but we think it's time to reconsider whether these really are wedding music essentials. Here are eight songs you might want to add to your "do-not-play list."

1. "YMCA" -- Village People Why to Skip It: The fact that everyone knows the words, everyone knows the dance, and that this song fits lots of occasions -- between innings at a baseball game, for instance -- does not automatically qualify it as a must at your wedding.

2. "Chicken Dance" Why to Skip It: At a wedding, everyone's dressed to the nines and feeling festive. Is this really the best time to flap your arms like a chicken in front of that cute bridesmaid/groomsman/new spouse? Didn't think so.

3. "Stayin' Alive" -- Bee Gees Why to Skip It: There aren't too many people who know more than one line and one dance move to this song -- leave "Stayin' Alive" to the Saturday Night Fever reruns.

4. "Every Breath You Take" -- The Police Why to Skip It: The Police are legendary, but the tune is a little high school dance-ish, and the line "Every move you make…I'll be watching you" is a little stalker-ish.

5. "Total Eclipse of the Heart" -- Bonnie Tyler Why to Skip It: This song is worth skipping if only to avoid any guest from reenacting the profanity-laced rendition made famous from Will Ferrell's wedding in Old School.

6. "Macarena" -- Los Del Rio Why to Skip It: You may know how to do the dance -- but do you really want to? Besides, everyone has a few certain relatives they'd rather not see get down with that hip swivel move.

7. "My Heart Will Go On" -- Celine Dion Why to Skip It: We're not passing judgment on Celine Dion, but Titanic propelled this song into the realm of romance cliche. Besides, remember that Leo died in the movie -- a bit tragic for a wedding.

8. "Mony Mony" -- Billy Idol Why to Skip It: Not sure what Billy Idol is singing in this song? Most other people don't know, either, and when that's the case, a good 10 percent of sing-alongers will find a way to say something objectionable.

-- Bethany Porter

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1. Book all 3 from one agency. 2. Make your own photo album. Try http://www.snapfish.com/ 3. Opt for a smaller band. 4. Download ceremony music to your iPod. 5. Skip the second photographer.

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Allegro's primary group consists of a string quintet - two violins, viola, cello and bass. This unique combination provides a dimension not available to string quartets, with the bass used as the rhythm section for pop, standard and jazz selections. It contributes to the versatility of the group, allowing for a wider range of instrument combinations. Depending on the venue, event and musical choices, various instrument combinations can be hired, from a duo to the full quintet.

Allegro's members are all classically trained, professional musicians with years of experience. Their collective experience includes symphony, chamber and pop orchestras, small chamber groups and solo work in a variety of entertainment venues, including concert halls, nightclubs, hotels and cruise ships.

Allegro can provide music for any occasion and specializes in weddings and other religious services, fundraisers, cocktail or dinner parties and corporate events.

Allegro's years of experience allow clients to relax and enjoy their special occasion, knowing that special attention will be given to every detail of the musical entertainment.

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