Riccardo Simoncelli & Velvet Notes
Wedding Music in Sicily That Feels Effortless & Personal
One of the things guests talked about most after our wedding wasn't just the venue, the food, or the views.
It was the atmosphere.
And a huge part of that came down to the music.
When you're planning a wedding in Italy, especially from abroad, finding musicians you trust can feel surprisingly difficult. You want someone talented, professional, flexible, and able to read the room, not just perform.
That's exactly why we chose Riccardo Simoncelli for our wedding in Sicily.
From a relaxed acoustic set during cocktail hour to live music throughout dinner and a packed dance floor later in the evening, Riccardo helped create the kind of celebration that felt effortless from start to finish.
Meet Riccardo Simoncelli & Velvet Notes
Based in Sicily, Riccardo is an experienced singer and performer who offers a range of wedding music services throughout Palermo and surrounding areas.
Depending on the style of wedding you're planning, he can provide:
Solo acoustic performances
Cocktail hour entertainment
Live music during dinner
Full band performances with Velvet Notes
DJ sets and evening entertainment
Music for different stages of the wedding day
This flexibility allows couples to create a completely customised music experience without needing multiple suppliers.
Why We Chose Riccardo And His Band
One of the biggest advantages of working with Riccardo is the flexibility he offers.
For our wedding, he performed an acoustic set during aperitivo, creating the perfect atmosphere while guests enjoyed drinks and settled into the evening. Later, his band Velvet Notes performed live music throughout dinner before transitioning into DJ sets and dancing.
Rather than hiring multiple suppliers for different parts of the day, we were able to work with one trusted team who understood the flow of the entire celebration.
It made everything feel simpler and far more seamless. Check them out on Youtube.
Why Couples Love Working With Him
Music is one of those wedding details that guests may not remember consciously, but they absolutely feel.
The right music creates energy.
It fills the quiet moments.
It brings people together.
And it helps turn a beautiful wedding into an unforgettable experience.
Riccardo has a relaxed, professional approach that feels perfectly suited to destination weddings. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a larger wedding with guests travelling from around the world, he helps create an atmosphere that feels warm, welcoming, and genuinely enjoyable.
Perfect For
Couples who are:
Getting married in Sicily or the Palermo region
Wanting live music throughout multiple parts of your wedding day
Looking for both live performance and DJ services
Preferring one trusted supplier rather than several different music providers
Wanting an atmosphere that feels elegant, relaxed, and fun
A Personal Recommendation
As someone who planned a wedding in Sicily from Australia, I know how difficult it can be to choose suppliers you've never met in person.
That's why I'm only sharing suppliers who played a genuine role in our own wedding experience.
Riccardo was one of them.
He helped create some of our favourite moments from the day, and I'd happily recommend him to couples looking for wedding music in Sicily.
Riccardo Simoncelli & Velvet Notes part of your Italian Wedding Story.
Choosing your wedding music is not simply about filling silence. It is about shaping the atmosphere your guests will remember from your destination wedding.
Riccardo can create music around the flow of your day, from an acoustic cocktail hour to live dinner music, a full band moment with Velvet Notes, and DJ sets later in the evening.
This makes him a beautiful fit for couples who want their wedding in Sicily to feel warm, personal, and full of energy without needing to piece together multiple music suppliers.
How Enquiries Work Through Us
When you enquire through Italy Wedding Guide, your details are shared directly with Riccardo Simoncelli and Velvet Notes, so they can respond with availability, options, and the best fit for your celebration.
You are not passed around or left guessing. Just a clear, warm response to help you understand what is possible for your wedding in Sicily.
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