Getting the party started playing the saxophone with the bride, groom and guests dancing around.

Every great wedding ends with an unforgettable party, and the key to keeping your guests on the dance floor is the perfect playlist. Whether it’s smooth classics or high energy hits, my main aim for the evening is to get everyone up and dancing and create the perfect party atmosphere.

Here are my top 9 picks for wedding party songs that are guaranteed to fill the dance floor and leave your guests buzzing.

1. Jubel – Klingande

Either people say, “Can you play Save Me?” or “Can you play that Ibiza sax song?”. Either way, whatever they say, I know what they’re talking about. This modern sax anthem is practically made for weddings.

@alexrimellsax What an entrance! 🤩 Loved playing for Lauren and Andrews wedding on Friday evening! #Wedding #WeddingSax #WeddingMusician #LondonSax #Sax #Fyp #foryou ♬ original sound – alexrimellsax

2. Uptown Funk – Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

A saxophone staple. The funky groove of Uptown Funk is an instant party starter and with live saxophone riffs, it’s impossible for your guests to resist the call to dance.

3. Murder On The Dance Floor – Sophie Ellis-Bextor

A cheeky, dance floor classic that feels even more electric on the sax. This song has only become more popular in the last year with the feature in Saltburn. Nonetheless, this track brings a playful energy that keeps everyone smiling as they dance.

@alexrimellsax An snippet of Murder on the Dancefloor – Sophie Ellis-Bexter at a recent wedding! 🎶🕺💃 #Wedding #WeddingSax #Sax #Saxophone #Norfolk #Musician #fyp #murderonthedancefoor ♬ original sound – alexrimellsax

4. September – Earth, Wind & Fire

Disco never goes out of style and September is proof. The uplifting rhythm and catchy chorus, paired with the funky saxophone solos the song has, make this a wedding floor classic.

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5. Valerie – Amy Winehouse (Mark Ronson version)

Valerie is a timeless, feel good track that brings a blend of sass and soul to any wedding playlist. Whether it’s the first few beats or the iconic chorus, this one always fills the dance floor. Works even better if your name is Valerie!

@alexrimellsax Partying along to a bit of Amy Winehouse with Valerie. 🎶🎷✨ #Sax #Saxophone #Party #Musician #fyp #foryou #Hampshire ♬ original sound – alexrimellsax

6. Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder

Soulful, funky and bursting with energy, this is a wedding classic for good reason. Its lively tempo and feel good vibe make it ideal for a celebration, and when I play it on the sax, it takes Stevie Wonder’s already iconic track to a whole new level. 

7. Proud Mary – Tina Turner

No party playlist is complete without Proud Mary.

Starting slow and soulful before bursting into a high energy groove, it’s the perfect song to bring drama and excitement to the dance floor. More importantly, I have a really fun way of playing it where I make each verse faster and faster.

@alexrimellsax Who doesn’t love a bit of Proud Mary at a Hen Party? 🎶💃🕺🎷 #Musician #ForYou #Sax #SaxPlayer #HenParty #HenPartyIdeas ♬ original sound – alexrimellsax

8. Dancing Queen – ABBA

Who doesn’t love ABBA? 

Dancing Queen is the ultimate feel good anthem that guarantees every guest from your nan to your uni mates will be on the dance floor. It’s pure wedding magic wrapped in a disco groove. A moment of pure joy and let’s face it, everyone secretly wants to be the dancing queen, even if just for one night!

@alexrimellsax Always great fun ending the evening with a bit of ABBA! 🪩🕺💃 #DancingQueen #ABBA #Sax #Musician #Party #Fyp #PartyMusician ♬ original sound – alexrimellsax

9. Freed From Desire – Gala

When it comes to high energy party anthems, Freed From Desire is hard to beat.

This one has become more popular in the last year and I LOVE playing this at the end of the night. Its driving rhythm and chant like chorus create an electric atmosphere that will have your guests singing and dancing with full enthusiasm.

@alexrimellsax Absolutely loved playing this song at Tony and Charlotte’s wedding last month. 🎉 Freed from Desire always goes down well with everyone. 🎶 #Sax #Saxophone #Wedding #WeddingSax #Fyp ♬ original sound – alexrimellsax

Let’s Make Your Wedding Party Unforgettable

As a musician, I love creating memories that last a lifetime through music. Whether you want funky grooves, soulful melodies or dance floor anthems, these top picks (and a few of your personal favourites) will make your wedding party a night to remember.

Ready to plan the ultimate celebration? Let’s chat about the perfect soundtrack for your big day!

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