As
I was observing before the ceremony began, it appeared that Koreans
behave like Pinoys. They were not pretentious and a bit noisy like
us. The Chinese guests seemed more of the reserved type and they look
like Koreans. Everybody were dressed tastefully. The female principal
witnesses were dressed in maroon gown and others in light royal blue
looking like Imperial Queens. Their counterparts – male principal
sponsors and almost all male guests were in coat.
Before
the ceremony began, we played a classical prelude. All their music
choices were classical. Even the processional and bridal march was
something different – NELLA FANTASIA. The bride strictly wanted the
piece to be performed into its entirety and we did as requested.
The
ceremony is the same with the rest of the christian weddings we've
been to. The officiating minister did all the talking and wanted no
background music during the exchange of vows supposedly to add
romance as vows done. When the ceremony was over it was our turn to
play during the photo sessions and did all classical masterpieces.
Even the music for their recessional was majestic.
Well,
after the ceremony which was ended at around 6 pm, we waited until 8
pm for the reception program to start. The air conditioning of The
Crowne plaza was freezing. Really that cold inside. They occupied
ballrooms D C and E. housing around 250 guests, if my count serve me
right but that much or more.
We
loved performing the heavy classics once again and not all want
classical music but being passionate about music that was the chance
to showcase an expertise. We knew the guests enjoyed our performances
especially the Koreans. They are indeed romantic people. It seemed
delight was sketched on their faces as timeless classics were played.
The
affair seemed a bit long and we stayed until the program ended but it
was a wonderful experience sharing moments with people of different
cultures.
