Music for a christening fosters a sense of togetherness and creates memories
A christening or naming ceremony is the little one’s first celebration in life and the perfect occasion to bring family and friends together for a cosy get-together. When a child is so young, they don’t really understand what’s going on, but everyone is nevertheless gathered to see and celebrate the new addition to the family and to show their support and love for a new little citizen of the world at the very beginning of their life.
Many people want to add something extra to a christening – namely music. Group songs and hymns are ideal for both the christening ceremony and the reception that follows, but there may also be special songs that parents, friends or other close relatives would like to have performed at the christening.
Playing music at a christening is actually a specialised discipline, as the musician provides a completely different experience to what many people are used to. The focus here is on intimacy, tranquillity and atmosphere, and the musician is not expected to be an entertainer in the same way as at other types of events.
How to choose the right musician for a christening
When looking for music for a christening, people typically book either a pianist or a guitarist to accompany the communal singing, or a singer to perform a couple of songs that hold special significance for the family.
For many people, it can be difficult to judge whether a musician is the right fit for your particular christening, and whether they are able to adapt to both the ceremony and the reception, whilst ensuring that the music creates a sense of togetherness and moves the guests.
This is where we come in. At Limunt, we help you find the right musician for your specific event. We’ve brought together more than 500 talented musicians in Denmark, each with their own particular skills and strengths. Whether you’re looking for a pianist, guitarist, harpist or singer, we’ll help you find the solution that best suits your requirements and the atmosphere you’d like to create on the day.
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Limunt’s most popular songs for christenings
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Top 10 songs for christening
- The Street of Childhood - Anne Linnet
- Buster – Nanna Lüders
- The Elephant's Lullaby
- Spring Day – Anne Linnet
- Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
- Make You Feel My Love – Bob Dylan
- Eternally Glad Ladybird
- The Sun Is So Red, Mom
- The World Is Full of Colours – Lis Sørensen
- What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
Top 10 hymns for christenings
- All My Sources
- You Who Have Lit Millions Of Stars
- The Lord stretches out His arm/Small will He bless
- I Østen Stiger Solen Op
- Now Tits To Each Other
- Up all that stuff
- Se Nu Stiger Solen
- Sweet Sleep Barnlille
- Thank God For This Bright Morning
- Our Lord embraces the little ones
Why choose live music as entertainment for a christening?
Music brings people together and lifts the spirits, and can help make a christening more than just a traditional and predictable party, but a gathering for a shared musical experience that will be remembered for years to come.
The Musician, singing or the small band It could be a personal gift from the parents, grandparents or friends for the new arrival – but of course also for all the guests, who can enjoy the beautiful music too.
Our pianists or guitarists are often booked to accompany community songs and hymns, so participants are led through the songs by a professional musician. It is obvious to let the guests join in song, as singing together is solemn, creates atmosphere and gives a feeling of togetherness.
Our many singers are most often booked to provide a personal touch outside the traditional hymn repertoire, but are also booked to sing along to hymns and songs. Perhaps as parents you often played a song for your child while the little one was waiting in mummy's tummy? Perhaps you have had a shared musical experience that you think characterises your family or the love you have for your child?
As is probably becoming clear by now, there are plenty of options for live music at a christening or naming ceremony – but whatever you choose, a musical performance makes the christening personal, intimate and meaningful.
Choose music as entertainment for the naming ceremony
If you don't want your child to be baptised in a church, you'll probably end up having to name your child instead. The naming party is typically less traditional than the church christening, so parents can do what they want. Still, many choose to book music to have a natural and beautiful focal point for the naming party, so there's still something special for guests to gather around. Are you having a naming party and want some specific songs for the naming party that might not be suitable as community songs? Then booking a musician or singer! A musical performance works well during a naming ritual, as a feature during the meal or as a way to welcome people as they arrive at the naming party.
We welcome special requests and our small administration is ready to help you find both the best songs and the best singer for your upcoming christening or naming ceremony.
Pianist or singer for christening?
Many people are faced with a difficult situation when booking live music for a christening: between the two most popular musical choices for a christening. Should they book a pianist, which can provide nice background music, or a singer which can play a particular song? It can be difficult to choose – but the two instruments each have their own strengths, so it really depends on what sort of christening is being held and what the music is meant to contribute. If you know there’ll be plenty of communal singing and special occasion songs at the christening, booking a pianist for christenings be a safe choice. If you want a more personal performance with a specific song or just a performance that is a bit more outgoing and that people can gather around, we recommend you book a singer for the baby shower.
Limunt has many talented artists affiliated with the category throughout the country: ssinger and songwriter. Some of them also play the piano whilst they sing – so you have the option of booking a musician who can both sing and accompany the sing-alongs. Read more about our singers here!
Through Limunt, you also have the opportunity to make slightly different choices than the typical ones with a singer or pianist. Classical music – for example a cello or violin, a harp or other instruments can be a beautiful choice for a more classical, aesthetic and romantic christening.
Guide to booking
We fully understand that it can be overwhelming to find just the right music for a christening – we’re here to help you.
Our hundreds of musicians represent the very best in their respective genres – which is why we can meet even the highest expectations, whether you’re looking for background music during the meal, lounge music on arrival, a singer for a special performance, and so on.
Create a unique christening: book music through Limunt!
Are you considering booking live music for your christening, but still hesitating because you're not sure how to make the right booking or find the right musician? If you want a great christening with beautiful music, we recommend that you book the music through a music booking agency like Limunt. We have the experience to match the right musician or band for your event and your wishes.
We have more than 500 musicians on our books – and we don’t think they’re all suitable for a christening or naming ceremony. We only select musicians from our database who are up to the task and who have performed at such events many times before. Our extensive network of artists ensures that we make the right booking every time. You won’t find such a wide range of artists at any other booking agency in Denmark. We’ve put a huge amount of effort into bringing together all our talent, as we believe that every event is unique and requires just the right music.
Do you want a christening to be remembered with a musical performance that's just right? Limunt books more than 300 jobs a year and can help you get your booking right.
Tell us about your upcoming event! We'll tailor a musical solution that's just right for your upcoming event.
Make sure you make the right booking and choose Limunt as your partner. After all, as we all know, the party can't be undone.
Contact Limunt by phone +45 40 71 14 57via mail info@limunt.com or directly on this page.
Frequently Asked Questions – Christening
What type of music is best for a christening?
Typically, you choose a pianist or guitarist for communal songs or a singer for a personal touch that creates an intimate and atmospheric experience.
Why choose live music for a christening?
Live music personalises the christening and creates a beautiful shared experience that brings guests together and makes the day memorable.
Can the music be customised to our wishes and songs?
Yes - the music can be customised to your wishes, for example with specific songs that are meaningful to you and your child, or by supporting the community songs.
Should I choose a pianist or singer for the christening?
A pianist is ideal for sing-alongs and background music, while a singer provides a more personalised and emotional performance - the choice depends on your mood.
What is the price of live music for christenings?
What does music for a christening cost?
Prices typically start from around DKK 4,000 and depend on the number of musicians, playing time, transport and date. Contact Limunt for a customised offer.
How far in advance is it recommended to book music?
It is recommended to book as far in advance as possible if you have a very specific request for the music. This gives you the opportunity to consider the different options. We often get requests for music several years in advance. However, due to our large catalogue of musicians, we are also able to handle many last-minute requests with a few days' deadline. Contact us for a non-binding offer today!
How much is live music for a christening?
For a single musician we recommend at least 2 x 2 meters, for a band we recommend at least 3 x 4 meters. Remember to have an electrical outlet nearby and a roof if the event is held outdoors.
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