Choose
a DJ or Live Band For Your Wedding
- by KissMeGoodnight.com
The live band or DJ that you choose to entertain
at your wedding can either enhance your wedding or put a damper
on the festivities. It is important to choose a live
band or DJ who is capable of ensuring that the guests in attendance
are having a great time. A great live band or DJ is able to
sense the mood of the crowd and adapt to meet their mood and
vibe in order to keep the party moving.
The first thing to consider is whether you want a live band
or a DJ to perform at your wedding. There are a couple
of things to consider when deciding between a live band or
a DJ. The
first thing is price. A DJ is likely to cost considerably
less than a live band. A DJ is usually just one person or possibly
two people while a band usually consists of an average of about
five performers. Right there is where you typically see a rise
in cost because the fee you see in bands is usually split between
quite a few people and therefore higher than the fee for one
or two DJs. Next you need to consider selection. Many
bands that perform at weddings have a set list that is typically
not as long as the list of recorded music that the DJ has on
hand. While this may not seem important because there are not
many songs played during the wedding it does come into play
if guests request individual songs. The other thing to consider
is that a DJ is capable of keeping the crowd entertained for
the entire duration of the wedding. They usually even play
light music while dinner is being served. Bands however usually
play approximately 15 minute sets at a time and then take a
break which could interrupt the flow of the wedding. When choosing
between a band and a DJ it is important to consider these factors
and decide which works best for you.
The most important tip for choosing a live band or DJ is to
make sure that you have the opportunity to see them
perform before you commit to their services. Most live bands and DJs
that perform at weddings gain popularity through their performances
at other weddings. The best way to find a live band or DJ that
will do a great job at your wedding is to use a live band or
DJ that you enjoyed at the wedding of a friend or family members.
In choosing a live band or DJ it is imperative that you ensure
that your contract specifies the exact names of those who will
be performing at your wedding. This is usually not a problem
with a live band because they usually have the same members
present at all of their performances. DJs on the other hand
are a different story. Many DJs become so popular that
they are unable to perform at all of their committed parties. In
this case a DJ may offer your party to another DJ for a small
finder’s fee. In other words the DJ may essential sell the
right to perform at your party to another local DJ. Additionally
a very popular DJ may also have a number of younger, less experienced
DJs that sometimes work for him. If you suspect that this is
the case, it is important to make sure that your contract specifies
exactly who will be performing at your wedding.
You may find that there are a variety of live bands and DJs
available for hire in your area. This could make choosing just
one a difficult task. One great way to ensure that
you are choosing a good live band or DJ is to seek recommendations
from close friends or family members. If you didn’t attend
their wedding or don’t remember their entertainment, ask them
if they would recommend their live band or DJ. If they do come
highly recommended, ask your friend or family member if you
can borrow a copy of their wedding video. Pay special attention
to the parts of the video where the guests are dancing and
decide if you think the live band or DJ might work for your
wedding.
Although you may be certain that you wish to hire a particular
band or DJ but try to interview at least three to five potential
candidates before making your final decision just for comparison.
You may find you feel more comfortable with a service provider
or that there is another band or DJ that suits your needs better
than your previously preferred candidate. Finally, once you
make your decision make sure you obtain a detailed contract
that specifies all of the details of your wedding as well as
all of your expectations.
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