Once an 1890s homestead, Rock Quarry Farm is now a wedding site known for its farm life, oak trees, and natural heritage. The barn and surrounding buildings bare rustic antique styles and decor. The owners of the property maintain the farm with herbs, flowers, and vegetables. Some of the wooden furniture is even made from […]
Live music for your wedding? Choose a string quartet!
The choice to have live music at any event is a significant one. Live music heightens the emotion of any event, sending out vibrations and creating a sense of awe. Imagine walking down the isle without music and then picture a soaring melody stirring and inspiring you and your guests on your special day. The […]
Venue Spotlight: The Barn at Valhalla
The Barn at Valhalla is located in rural Chapel Hill and provides an ideal choice for weekend getaways. The 30 acre property is tucked away in the countryside about 10 minutes from town. Style: Rustic, country, forest, lakeside, meadow What they offer: Rent of the whole property which includes the barn, lodge, gazebo, lake, and […]
Meet the Musicians: Richard Tazewell
Introducing the talented pianist, singer, drummer, and guitarist, Richard Tazewell! Richard’s interest in music began when his father brought his sister a ukulele back from Hawaii. “I was four and had plenty of time on my hands. She showed no interest but I was fascinated that I could make chords by pressing down on strings.” […]
Venue Spotlight: The Merrimon-Wynne House
Built in 1876 by Augustus Merrimon, a Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court, the Merrimon-Wynne house is a wedding and event venue located at the heart of historic downtown Raleigh, and only a few doors down from the Governor’s Mansion. Style: Historic, southern, traditional, contemporary. What they offer: The neutral furnishings make the […]
We have an ad in Southern Bride and Groom!
Like Save the Date Music, Southern Bride and Groom is a local family wedding business. We are happy to appear as a featured ad in Southern Bride and Groom, a lovely and indispensable magazine featuring amazing local vendor services including photography, flowers, wedding planners, wedding attire, catering, gifts, and music. The magazine covers real weddings […]
Musician Spotlight: Marilyn Wienand
Save the Date Music is proud to introduce you to talented harpist, Marilyn Wienand! Marilyn has always been into music, starting with the piano at the young age of five. She has a DMA and MA in voice from the University of Colorado in Boulder and a Bachelors degree in organ from the Washington University […]
Music History: Jingle Bells
Possibly the most well-known and most recognized American song in the world, Jingle Bells was published in 1867, making it 150 years old this year. Though still so commonly sung today, the sweet holiday tune has a lot of interesting facts that many people don’t know! Below are facts you may not know. – Jingle […]
Meet the Musicians: Debbie Davis
Save the Date Music is proud to have, Debbie Davis, cellist, on our team! Debbie first picked the up the cello at seven years old. “It seemed like the most beautiful instrument…and I haven’t changed my opinion on that many decades later.” She likes to play all kinds of music as long as it makes […]
Venue Spotlight: The Carolina Inn
“This award-winning Inn is the perfect choice for the discriminating business and leisure traveler, distinctive corporate and incentive meetings, and for romantic and special occasions.” – Carolina Inn Facebook page. Style: Southern, historic, inn What they offer: The Carolina Inn is an infamous Chapel Hill venue, as it sits in the heart of downtown […]