what is the prelude in a wedding

The prelude in a wedding is a type of music that is played before the start of the ceremony as guests arrive and take their seats. It is usually played for about 30 minutes before the ceremony start time and consists of mellow, background music that sets the tone for the wedding. The music played during the prelude should work well with the rest of the music choices and reflect the personal style of the couple. Instrumental tracks and soft acoustic songs are usually good options for prelude music, as they wont overpower guests' conversations while they wait for the ceremony to begin.