Having A Great Party
If you have been wondering how to choose a live band, then keep reading! If you are the event organizer for weddings, or other party such as birthday or graduation party, these days it is very important to select a band that provides live entertainment that appeals to a large cross section of guests attending the event.
As you might have already figured out, planning a wedding is a huge undertaking. There are many different details and plans that have to be worked out and it can get a little hectic at times. One important part of the planning process that you do not want to slack on is the reception and the music that will be the entertainment for your guests.
You really have two choices; either you get a DJ or you go with a live band. Live music is likely to add so much more to your event than a DJ will.
The first step before choosing a wedding party band is to know what your guests themselves would prefer to listen to. Ask a few of the guests in advance what they would like to hear. Many event coordinators forget this while organizing events and just choose what they like personally.
A really good idea is to try and see the band performing live. Many bands do showcases that you can attend which are normally done in small venues such as clubs and pubs. If you can’t get to see them live at least get them to give you a demo CD or preferably a video which will give you a good idea of their suitability for your event.
It is important to know their performance skill levels too. Just how professional are they? How long have they been together? Most bands have individual and group biographies on their website. This will give you an idea of how good they are and how much fun is going to be had at the party!
As a first step to finding a wedding band surf the internet and look at different band websites. Each website usually provides you with photos, videos, and musical tracks. All of these things will help you to make a decision.
Additionally, you can often look at the testimonials from other clients for whom they have played before. Their enthusiasm is a good indication of how things will go at your own party. Their website will usually have a list of their repertoire of songs which is also important for you to take a look at.
You will want to make sure that you are hiring a band that will appeal to the majority of the people at your reception. Try to figure out the average age of your guests and you can use that information to select just the right wedding band.
Settle the price with them before you contract them to play at your wedding. Be sure to have an initial conversation with the band manager. Once you have fixed the price ask for a contract. Be sure to pay your non refundable deposit to make sure the date of your event is secured.
A few days before your party call the band manager to finalise details. Check the final songlist if you want to and find out what the band will be wearing to make sure it is suitable.
Remember that the band is likely to have travelled a long way to play, so be sure to provide them with food and drinks. Lastly make sure the band know exactly what time they are expected to be performing.
Visit the live wedding party band hire site at http://www.souldesire.co.uk. Finding out about Live Band Hertfordshire will make all the difference to the success of your event.
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