Entertainment

Contrary to popular opinion – music doesn’t just happen. Music must be planned. It is an important ingredient in setting a mood. The good news is that you have lots of options. You can pick live entertainment – high-energy bands, symphonic orchestras, classical trios, disc jockeys, jukeboxes.

The music played at your wedding ceremony does not necessarily set the tone for your reception. But whichever you choose, make sure you have heard the group play live. Ask for the option of attending a ceremony and/or reception where the group you are considering will play.

Where do you find the music you want? You may first have heard of the group from a friend or relative. It should be no trouble to “crash” the event to look at and hear the group under consideration. But be very careful of this. If you involve strangers, the band may consider letting others “crash” your wedding.  

What are some other issues to consider as you select the music for your wedding?

What kind of overall look will the musicians under consideration present to your guests? How do they look? How will they dress? Can you request/demand what you consider proper attire? What condition are their instruments in? Will they play the music you request or are they determined to use only their play list?

Most musical groups have CDs or taped recordings. You need to make sure that what you hear on the recording is what you get live. Will whoever you hear be on stage at your event?

Think about how you want the musicians to interact at the wedding reception. Do you want/mind them mingling with the guests or will you prefer that they go to a “breakroom”? Have you made arrangements to feed them if they request it? Do you need to add to your catering numbers and feed them as if they were a guest or can you do sandwiches in the break area?

Just because you “love” a group, consider your reception guests. If you love “Metallica” and your guests are more “Frank Sinatra” how will you reconcile preferences?

Make sure that the venues you have chosen – for both ceremony and reception – can physically accommodate the musical group you have chosen? Think this through before you sign the contracts involved.

Our experienced consultants can help you with all the aspects of your wedding ceremony and reception. No idea what kind of music you want or where to start? Come and see us for ideas and recommendations.