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The Wedding Connection


Wagner's "Bridal Chorus" from Lohengrin may be the most famous tune connected with the marriage ceremony, but it's only one of many classical works that celebrate the union of two people in holy - and, occasionally, unholy - matrimony.

In this edition of "Connections," wedding music by Bach, Wagner, Mendelssohn, Grieg, Saint-Saens and others, plus some fascinating stories about what prompted them.

 
Saturday, June 04, 2011