The Difference When You Hire Wedding Band
Your wedding is one of the most treasured nights of your life, so it’s important to make sure that it’s remembered for all the right reasons. Choosing the right musicians for your reception can make all the difference between a good wedding and a great wedding. Here are some tips and pointers to remember if want to hire wedding band.
Why choose a live band?
Live music creates a more intimate atmosphere, in which musicians can build up a relationship with their audience. They are also able to tailor their music to suit the different groups of people present, and respond to requests or to the general mood of the night. The lead singer may double as an MC, helping to keep the flow of the night.
When should you start looking?
You should start looking for a band a minimum of 6 months before the actual date of your wedding. This will give you enough time to make enquiries, sample music produced by different bands, and make sure that everyone is clear on all the details for the event.
How to look for a wedding band:
Decide on a musical style that you would like to have performed at your reception to help you find an appropriate performing group. Ask wedding consultants, event coordinators, relatives and friends if they know of any good bands that they would recommend. If you can’t find a band that already has plenty of experience playing at wedding receptions, make sure that your band is crystal clear on all the details before the night.
It is a very good idea to get a feel for the kind of music your band plays and their performance ability before hiring them. They might have other performances coming up that you can go to, in order to assess their competency. Otherwise, ask for a recording of some of their music. This would preferably be in video format.
What do you about all the details?
Knowing beforehand what pieces your band is going to be playing is key to ensuring that you and the audience enjoy the selection. Get a copy of the band’s regular play list, and don’t be afraid to tell them what you want. Some bands will even learn new pieces for you, so if there’s a particular song you have in mind, just ask if they would be able to include that in their play list.
Make sure that the venue is capable of hosting your chosen band. This includes finding out if there are any sound or space restrictions, how many power points there are and where, and how big the stage is. Ask the band about the equipment they will need, how much space they require, and whether they have any other special requirements.
Write up a contract that has all possible details in it. It will help everyone to know exactly what is happening and what the expectations are. Include times and dates, set up, departure times, transport arrangements, attire, food and drinks, break times, overtime, payment schedules, insurance, and the unforeseen events and costs. If you have any special requests for particular pieces or play lists, or if you want your band to act as Master of Ceremonies (MC), add this to the contract as well. Name band members individually within the contract.
To avoid any delays, have the band arrive at the venue an hour before the event to set up and perform necessary sound checks.
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