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For an extra special wedding reception, it is important to make the right choices about what music to have playing. Leaning towards a live band? Here is some information you should consider when making your decision 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.
Looking 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?
Before your wedding, settle on a play list of songs you like, including any special favourites. If a band’s play list is missing a particular song that you want, ask if they can learn it for your wedding reception ‘ most bands are more than happy to do this.
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.
There are plenty of things you’re going to need to work out. Dates, times, when to arrive and set up, when to leave and what happens in the case of overtime, insurance details, payment, schedules for the night including breaks, what the band will eat and drink, what to wear, how the band will get there, what happens in the case of unforeseen costs, what songs will be played, and if the band will have any MC duties. These should all be laid out in a contract that lists all band members by name.
The band should start setting up at the venue an hour before the reception starts. This will provide plenty of time to work out and problems and do all the sound checks.
Musician Rick James is one of the founding members of Soul Desire who writes for the http://www.souldesire.co.uk site. Having a live Wedding Band will make all the difference to the success of your event. Find out more about hiring an amazing Essex Wedding Bands when you visit this website.
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