Music. It has the power to excite and entertain
the guests at your wedding reception and get them out on the dance
floor and party. It can make your first dance as husband and
wife a magical experience.
So deciding on the right
band for one of the biggest moments in your life is crucial. Music can
make or break a party, and you need to find a band who know this.
Firstly, you must decide
when planning the music for your reception, do you choose a band, a DJ,
or
both. The major difference being the price. DJs
can range anywhere from €300 to €1,200, whereas live bands can cost
more than €2,000.
Some bands will offer you a package deal where the DJ is included in
the price and you can save money with this option.
When you are having a
wedding
reception, nothing compares to the excitement a band gives you.
When you decide to hire a
band you need to decide what kind of band will be best for your
reception. There is a wide range of bands to choose from, this can be
an exhausting experience. Determining the size of your reception, the
acoustics of the room, can help your mind decide on whether you want a
three-piece band, a four-piece or maybe even an eight- piece band.
When you know the size of
the band, you'll need a band that can vary their set and perform the
songs you know will go down well at your reception. Think of the genre
of music and what kind of a sound you want, swing, jazz,
classic rock or a mixture of everything, find bands that
can perform in those musical genres.
After finding band names to
choose from, we urge you to go and see bands that interest you in
action. Being able to see the band you are thinking about is a great
way
to make up your mind. Watch how the band members interact with their
audience and how well they play their instruments, all of this will
help you when it comes time to make a decision.
If
you can't see the band in action, ask for a CD, DVD or a videotape of
one of their performances, or you could arrange a face to face meeting
with the band.
When
you have chosen a band make sure you get a contract or a booking form
to confirm your booking, this should state the band set up and playing
times, venue address and payment terms. Most bands will require a
deposit (normally 15% - 50%) with the final payment
made before or on the wedding reception date.
Wedding Bands In Ireland