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Ditch That DJ - Go For Live Music!
Everyone already knows that planning a wedding is no walk in the park. There are so many details to think about and so much work that has to be done within a certain order. One thing to place importance on is the reception and the music that you will provide for it.
While you have several choices for music the most commonly chosen is either a live wedding band or a DJ. Hiring a live band will definitely give your reception some sizzle and pizzazz but how do you go about finding and hiring a wedding band?
Your first order of business is to check out any wedding band at a live event. Generally speaking, most bands will have paid public gigs to supplement their private ones, so be sure to ask about their performance schedule. You can also request their demo CD or even better a video of their performance. All of these previews can give you a good sense of whether the wedding band is right for you.
The internet can be a big help when looking for or previewing a wedding band. Many will have their own site complete with videos, pictures and music samples for you to listen to and evaluate. With this kind of resource, you will get a better idea of how professional a particular wedding band looks.
As well, there are usually testimonials posted on the band’s website where you can get an idea of how previous clients felt about working with the band. The site may also contain the list of songs that the band plays, which you will want to look over.
Go with a band whose sound many people will enjoy. For instance, something like progressive jazz music or heavy rock may be too specific a genre to go with. Something such as 70’s soul or disco music is entertaining for most ages.
Indeed the price of hiring the band will play a large role in determining if they are the right choice for you. Make sure you speak to the band’s manager and go over the details in your contract. Usually you will need to pay a deposit when you agree to the terms of the contract to secure the band for your event.
Within a couple of weeks of your wedding, you should call the wedding band to confirm that everything is still on target. Take care of the final details such as wardrobe is appropriate and they know the specific time to arrive and set up their equipment.
Do not forget that the band may have journeyed a long distance to perform at your reception, and it would be polite to give them a meal. Finally, make sure that you prove your wedding band a schedule of events for the night so they can follow along and play their music.
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