Wedding Song Remake - Someone To Watch Over Me by Amy Winehouse

“Someone to Watch Over Me" is a song composed by George Gershwin with lyrics by Ira Gershwin from the 1926 musical ‘Oh, Kay!’. Popularised by Frank Sinatra in 1946, the song was recorded by Amy and appears on the Deluxe Edition of her album “Frank”.

This is a great cover of an amazing standard and makes for a splendid choice for either the Father/Daughter or Mother/Son dance.

Someone To Watch Over Me

There's a saying old
Says that love is blind
Still we're often told
"Seek and ye shall find"
So I'm going to seek
A certain lad I've had in mind

Looking everywhere
Haven't found him yet
He's the big affair
I cannot forget
Only man I ever think
Of with regret

I'd like
To add his initial
To my monogram
Tell me
Where is the shepherd
For this lost lamb?

There's a somebody
I'm longin' to see
I hope that he turns
Out to be
Someone to watch over me

I'm a little lamb
Who's lost in the wood
I know I could
Always be good
To one
Who'll watch over me

Although he may
Not be the man some
Girls think
Of as handsome
To my heart
He carries the key

Won't you tell him please
To put on some speed
Follow my lead
Oh, how I need
Someone to watch over me

Won't you tell him please
To put on some speed
 Follow my lead
Oh, how I need
Someone to watch over me
Someone to watch over me

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Wedding Professionals Unveiled: Chanele Rose Flowers & Styling

I first met Lina Bteddini from Chanele Rose Flowers & Styling in December 2010 at the NSW Australian Bridal Industry Awards for Excellence where she was a finalist in two categories, Floral Design and Wedding Decorating. Lina is truly a master of her craft and has absolutely transformed many events through her unique flair for floral arrangements and styling.  Her work is always impeccable, unique and breathtaking and has been featured in many publications including Modern Wedding, Cosmo Bride, The Knot, The Lane and Polka Dot Bride.

Lina and her small team are very friendly and always excited to collaborate with clients and other vendors to create a spectacular theme to suit individual styles. It is obvious that floral design and styling is a great passion and it truly shows! Accordingly, it gives me great pleasure to spotlight this modern and stylistic floral designer & stylist; Chanele Rose Flowers & Styling.


Business Name: Chanele Rose Flowers & Styling

Contact: Lina Bteddini



Where are you located, and what geographical area(s) do you service?  
Based in Greystanes, but service the entire Sydney Metropolitan Area.

How long have you been in business? 
Chanele Rose began approx 3.5yrs ago.

What drew you to Floral Design and Event Styling as a profession? 
It all started with a few short courses in floristry and I was hooked. I tried working in a florist shop but found that was not for me as I could not cope with being tied down in the one place! Started working with a few professionals in the wedding industry and loved it - I have not looked back since! 

Styling has only been a new addition to the business as my photo shoots which I have styled have taken off in an incredible way - we are now being asked for styling tips by many brides who find themselves needing some tips in this area. We love Styling events just as much as we love floristry and I feel the two go hand in hand really!

What do you feel sets you apart as a Floral Designer & Event Stylist? 
Pouring my heart and soul into each little detail that goes into styling each event!

Chanele Rose Flowers are well known to intuitively understand exactly what people really want and delivering on the details. The team’s key values are integrity, reliability, pride & passion and are an inspiring bunch backed by a close knit family. Passionate about ensuring that the wedding or special event is all the client has dreamed and more.

What do you love most about your job? 
I do love that every wedding is unique, love to meet new couples and working with them closely too!

If you had to describe yourself in one word, what would it be? 
Looney and a bit of a martyr!


 

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Wedding Ceremony & Reception | 25 February 2012 | Tumbling Waters Retreat, Stanwell Tops

"Once In a While, Right in the Middle of an Ordinary Life, Love Gives Us a Fairy Tale" - Anonymous.

'S' did not like 'T' much when they first met. But they became friends and that friendship grew into love. Here we now were on an absolutely beautiful February day, at one of my favourite locations, Tumbling Waters Retreat, to witness and celebrate the beginning of S and T's "happy ever after".

The ceremony, officiated by T's father, was held on the lawns overlooking the waters of the Pacific Ocean and the clear blue skies in the horizon. A special song entitled "Loving You", written especially for S & T's wedding by groomsman Stephen, was performed during the signing of the Register, adding a lovely touch to this special moment. (A recording of this performance is available below).

 

Whilst S & T had photographs around the property and off site, the guests enjoyed refreshments, canapes and the amazing view. Shortly afterwards the reception commenced. The wedding party and our ever so happy couple were greeted with great applause. A delicious meal, interspersed with some lovely heartfelt speeches from S's dad, T's mum and dad, S's sister, friends B & F and last but not least, T. The wedding cake was cut and it was time for S & T's fist dance as a married couple. Part way through they were joined by the members of the wedding party and the parents, followed by the remainder of the guests. Dancing followed before it was time for the bouquet toss - it went straight up and ricocheted off the chandelier. This was followed by a special moment for S and her dad during the father/daughter dance. Back to dancing and before we knew it it was time for the farewell dance and S and T left to begin their new life together.

S and T's wedding was very special. You could see how happy they were to be married. Whenever you were in their presence, you could feel the love between them. It was the bringing together of two cultures, but more so, it was two beautiful individuals whose love is greater than that in any fairy tale. Thank you for inviting me to be a part of your amazing day. S and T enjoy your "happy ever after". May love, laughter and music fill your lives forever.  

 

 



 


"Loving You" is a song especially written for S & T by groomsman Stephen. The song was performed during the Signing of the Register.

Listen to the actual performance from the wedding ceremony below:







 
Photography by DJ:Plus! Entertainment

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Songs selected by Bride and Groom;


  • Bridesmaids Processional: "Marry Me" by Train
  • Brides Processional: "Marry Me" by Train
  • Register Signing: "Loving You" by groomsmen, Stephen & Tino
  • Recessional: "Forever" by Ben Harper
  • Wedding Party Entry: "All Of The Lights" by Kanye West
  • Bride & Groom Entry: "Fool For You" by Cee-Lo Green
  • Cake Cutting Song: "Ordinary People" by John Legend
  • Bridal Waltz/First Dance: "Dream A Little Dream Of Me" by The Mamas & The Papas
  • Bouquet Toss: "Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)" by Beyonce
  • Farewell Dance: "Sea Of Love" by Cat Power
  • Final Farewell Song: "Moondance" by Michael Buble
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Other Wedding Professionals


Photographer: Janine Kaye Photography

Floral Design: Abode Flowers

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As listed above, Janine Kaye was the photographer at this wedding. I have worked with Janine a number of times before and admire her work. Janine has a fabulous blog contains a selection of professional shots from many weddings. I think she takes amazing photographs which capture love and happiness beautifully.

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Wedding Song Remake - Sea Of Love by Cat Power

This cover is just so angelic and beautiful. "Sea of Love" (written by John Phillip Baptiste and George Khoury), has been covered many times. The Cat Power version was originally recorded in 2000 for their album, "The Covers Record" but became very popular once it appeared in the Juno movie in 2007.

Such a simple, beautiful, heart melting version. Perfect for a First Dance.

Sea Of Love

Come with me
My love
To the sea
The sea of love

I wanna tell you
How much
I love you

Do you remember
When we met
That's the day
I knew you were my pet

I wanna tell you
How much
I love you

Come with me
My love
To the sea
The sea of love

I wanna tell you
How much
I love you 

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Wedding Song Remake - Unchained Melody by Cyndi Lauper

Unchained Melody is arguably one of the most popular songs in history.  Unchained Melody was written in 1955 by Hy Zaret and put to music created by Alex North. Unchained Melody has become among the most recorded songs written in the 20th century and it is believed that there are approximately 500 different versions of this song to date. Interestingly,  the song does not actually include the word "unchained".

In 1965, The Righteous Brothers recorded a version of the song which resulted in it climbing as high as the number four spot in the music charts.  When Jerry Zucker was filming the movie, Ghost, in 1990, he used this version for the hot and heavy lovemaking scene between the movie's two co-stars, Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore. The huge success of the movie, catapulted this popular version to the number one spot and made it very popular for use at weddings.

In 2003, Cyndi Lauper recorded an album consisting of cover versions of jazz standards which included  Unchained Melody. Cyndi Lauper interprets the melody and dynamics in such a way that make this version really shine. This is a great music choice for a Bride & Groom’s First Dance.

Unchained Melody

Whoa! My love, my darling,
I hunger for your touch,
Alone. Lonely time.
And time goes by, so slowly,
And time can do so much,
Are you still mine?
I need your love.
I need your love.
God speed your love to me.

Lonely rivers flow to the sea, to the sea,
To the open arms of the sea.
Lonely rivers sigh, wait for me, wait for me,
I'll be coming home, wait for me.

Whoa! My love, my darling,
I hunger, hunger!, for your love,
For love. Lonely time.
And time goes by, so slowly,
And time can do so much,
Are you still mine?
I need your love.
I need your love.
God speed your love to me.

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Wedding Song Remake - Only You by Train

"Only You (And You Alone)" (usually shortened to and commonly known as "Only You") is a pop song composed by Buck Ram. It was recorded most successfully by The Platters,  Train covered the song in 2010 putting their own spin on the song by using a little of the instrumentation from “Hey Soul Sister” at the beginning, resulting in a more upbeat version of the song.

Train’s version, like The Platters original, would be great for a First Dance. It would also be suitable to be played as the Wedding Guests Arrive, during Pre-Dinner Drinks or during Dinner.

Only You

Only you can make this world seem right
Only you can make the darkness bright
Only you and you alone
Can thrill me like you do
And fill my heart with love for only you

Only you can make this change in me
For it's true, you are my destiny
When you hold my hand
I understand the magic that you do
You're my dream come true
My one and only you

Only you can make this change in me
For it's true, you are my destiny
When you hold my hand
I understand the magic that you do
You're my dream come true
My one and only you

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Australian Bridal Industry Awards | 14 December 2011


Extremely proud to have been a finalist once again in these prestigious awards, not only in the Disc Jockey category but also in the Master Of Ceremonies category and for the first time, Ceremony Music category. This confirms DJ:Plus! Entertainment to be one of the top Wedding DJ/MC services in the state, now being a winner or finalist for the last ten continuous years (2001 - 2011), based on feedback supplied directly to the Australian Bridal Industry Academy (ABIA) by those most qualified to do so - the actual brides and grooms.

My most sincere, heartfelt thanks to all the absolutely beautiful couples who invite me to help make their wedding dream a reality and allow me to indulge my great passion for weddings. YOU are the reason I do this, YOU drive me to keep improving and refining everything I do, YOU inspire me and your appreciation is my ultimate reward. Sure it is nice to have your efforts recognised by the industry, for which I must also thank everyone of my couples who took the time to provide feedback to ABIA, but it means so much more to me that I had the opportunity to get to know you better, witness your deep love and bond you share and celebrate one of the most wonderful occasions of your whole life. I am eternally grateful.

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