Selecting A Band For Wedding Parties And More
Disc Jockeys are often the first choice of brides when planning their wedding, but another consideration might be selecting a live band for wedding music instead. A band can add a whole other level of ambiance to a wedding or function versus a DJ playing pre-recorded music on a sound system.
Some couples do a combination. A disc jockey can play the music for the dancing later on and might be the master of ceremonies for all of the announcements, but a live act can set the mood through dinner and cocktail hours. A band in this case might not always take up a lot of room with their gear maybe if it’s just a jazz quartet with a singer. It will really set the mood with the live sounds that a DJ can’t come close to achieving. At company parties, it’s common to see a smooth jazz act begin the evening and then a disc jockey takes the reins with more contemporary hits.
A live band can captivate a crowd a lot better than someone with a sound system. The crowd and the performers kind of give each other energy as the mood heightens. A band can get an audience really excited and fired up with games and activities, such as singing along with music and can make your guests feel like they’re in the front row of a great concert event.
Obviously certain types of music are make live bands more appropriate. For instance, if at your event the style of music is hip hop oriented, a DJ would be a good idea, but if you’re going for rock music or country music, your guests will love it.
Finding a live band is not difficult. Ask friends for references, use bridal websites or magazines, go to bridal fairs where bands specializing in weddings often perform, or look in your local telephone book. When you find one, ask for samples of performances including DVD video and CD’s.
When you decide on a band, make sure you have a written contract. If they don’t offer one, insist on it. A good contract will protect both parties if anything strange occurs at the event. Most bands have entertainer’s insurance. It’s good to ask if they have that as well. When you find your venue make sure they have adequate power and an area for your band to play. Some bands require a lot of amplifiers and this can be problematic in some situations. Communicate all environmental variables to the band ahead of time so there’s no surprises. Also, try to help any band you hire by sorting out ahead of time where the will load and unload their gear.
Many groups will let you choose a selection of songs you want heard, but it’s not a good idea to try and dictate ahead of time what songs will be played. Professional acts will know what to play and when, being very sensitive to the ebb and flow of the mood, so trust them. It’s a good idea to give them a short list of favorites, but it’s probably best to just leave it at that.
Hiring a band for wedding music doesn’t have to be difficult and can be a great way to make your event one that no-one will ever forget.
Jilley Walsh is one of the founding members of Soul Desire who writes for the http://www.souldesire.co.uk site. Hiring a specialist Band For Wedding will make all the difference to the success of your event. Find out more about hiring a professional Kent Wedding Bands from this site.
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