The postlude is played after the bride and groom have left, and while the guests are leaving and congratulating the newlyweds. It is similar to the prelude music, but pieces tend to be more upbeat and celebratory.

Water Music (Handel)

Fireworks Music (Handel)

Concerto Grosso in D Minor (Vivaldi)

Trumpet Tune (Clarke/Purcell)

Rondeau (Mouret)