How is the first hour for the Basic Rate calculated?

I charge by the hour (please see fee schedule), and the first hour starts when I start playing the prelude, generally about 15-30 minutes before the ceremony begins. When I begin playing prelude is entirely up to you − if you anticipate guests arrive very early (this does occur on occasion), you may even consider having me start earlier than 30 minutes before the beginning of the ceremony. If your soloist is professional and wants to rehearse with me before the prelude on the day of the wedding, my rate is charged starting with the rehearsal with the soloist.