Your Perfect Bar/Bat Mitzvah Playlist: Songs for Your Grand Entrance
When planning your child’s bar or bat mitzvah, there are many things to consider, from your budget to your venue. While these aspects of the planning process may not be the most fun, they are definitely important and vital to the success of your child’s party. One of the most fun our mitzvah families have when planning is choosing the soundtrack from different moments throughout their event!
As noted in our previous blog, “Bar & Bat Mitzvah Traditions”, certain moments have traditionally been practiced at bar and bat mitzvahs. Some to honor Jewish tradition, others to honor family or the guest of honor. All of the traditions, have one thing in common. They all add to the flow and value to the event. The grand entrance, for instance, will help set the tone for the night. It not only introduces you, but also introduces the party portion of the evening.
Venue: Battleground Country Club - Manalapan, New Jersey
Photographer: Photography by Jen Davis - Princeton, New Jersey
Think of the grand entrance as your spotlight. You can make it as simple or as stunning as you and your guest of honor would like! Our professional party planners will help you figure out the details, logistics, and enhancements of your grand entrance, like adding indoor fireworks or using dry ice to create the illusion of walking through clouds.
With that comes the music aspect of your grand entrance. The best songs for your grand entrance will pump up both you and your guests, are special to you, and make you feel confident!
Venue: The Stirling Hotel - Stirling, New Jersey
Photographer: Kristine Foley Photography - South Orange, New Jersey
If you’re unsure of your song choice or need ideas, our experts at Xtreme Event Group will find creative and appropriate options for your party and personal tastes. Below are some upbeat and fitting examples of popular choices:
For the Guest of Honor:
“ME!” – Taylor Swift featuring Brendon Urie
“Best Day of My Life” – American Authors
“Happy” – Pharrell Williams
“Good to Be Alive (Hallelujah)” – Andy Grammer
“What Dreams Are Made Of” – Hilary Duff
“Break Free” – Ariana Grande
“Celebrate” – Pitbull
“Don’t Stop the Party” – Pitbull
“Top Of The World” – Imagine Dragons
“This Is What You Came For” – Rihanna
“Adventure of a Lifetime” – Coldplay
“My House“ – Flo Rida
“Love Myself” – Hailee Steinfeld
“The Man” – Aloe Blacc
“Can’t Stop the Feeling” - Justin Timberlake
“I Gotta Feeling” - Black Eyed Peas
“Shut Up And Dance” - Walk The Moon
“Burn The House Down” - AJR
Venue: Desmond Hotel - Malvern, PA
While our expert DJs will have you on the dance floor all night, you’ll want to hand-pick specific songs for certain portions of the night—for example, your montage, your parent-child dance, and your grand entrance songs.
Alternatively, use music to tie into your mitzvah’s event theme! Sports, for instance, is a popular theme for bar mitzvahs. Your child can choose to enter their event to their favorite stadium anthem or even ESPN’s theme music.
Venue: Middletown Ice Rink - Middletown, New Jersey
Photographer: Peter Fotolux - Princeton Junction, New Jersey
This goes far beyond sports. If you have a Star Wars-themed event, for instance, your child can feel like they rule the galaxy by using Darth Vader’s theme song. Broadway theme? Why not enter with a dramatic flair and a catchy show tune?
Your grand entrance is your chance to shine, with all your friends and family cheering you on. Your song choice can simultaneously set the tone for the party and boost your confidence—it will make all the difference.
If you’re looking to plan your child’s virtual or in-person bar or bat mitzvah, Xtreme Event Group will take care of all your event entertainment needs. Schedule a consultation with one of our mitzvah planning experts today.
