Now is a great time to get married, and that is a fact. After 18 months of social restrictions and cancelled celebrations, we are now able to organise social events that include unlimited numbers of guests, dining, drinking and entertainment. There is nothing to stop you from gathering together your loved ones to celebrate your big day, and by ‘loved ones’, we are, of course, referring to your wedding band. Once you’ve secured your ideal wedding band, the next crucial step is crafting the perfect wedding invitation that reflects the unique charm of your celebration. Your wedding invitation sets the tone for the joyous occasion, offering a glimpse into the enchanting atmosphere awaiting your guests. Carefully curated, it becomes the first glimpse into the unforgettable experience they can anticipate on your special day.
You’ve chosen your understated and elegant wedding ring, the dress and the venue. Once you’ve signed the register, it is time to celebrate with your friends and family in the most joyous way possible – fine food, cold bubbles and fantastic music. For many of your guests, this will be the first time they have heard a live band since before lockdown, so make it a gig to remember when you book your wedding entertainment. Now, we don’t all have Lady Gaga in our phone contacts, so how do you choose the perfect wedding band for hire?
What do you like listening to?
It’s your day, so if the sound of Ibiza takes you right back to a hot summer night with your eyes locked across a crowded dance floor, then choose a band that can bring that magic Balearic beat to your wedding. Going for a Boho, folky vibe? Book a band that will bring the plaid shirts and banjos to your artfully arranged haybale seating. When choosing wedding bands for hire, consider what you enjoy listening to, check out customer testimonials and give the bands a listen.
What’s the venue like?
A vast space, loads of guests and a big dance floor? A smaller, more intimate space with a select group of guests. Ideally, the music should be sympathetic to the surroundings and well-suited to your guest list. Consider how the music will work in the venue; a band that delivers the tunes which make people want to dance will not work in a space with no dance floor! A dedicated booking manager can help you make the right decision, leaving you to enjoy your night.
What’s on the setlist?
Got a special song in mind for the first dance? Want to make sure your band have all your favourites in their repertoire? Ask to look over a sample setlist before the event so you can make sure you are happy with the music your band usually plays. Do remember that professional musicians make their living performing, so you don’t need to micro-manage the setlist but suggestions for favourite songs will always be welcomed.
And finally…
Relax and enjoy your special night. We’ve spent a long time missing out on social events, so now that life is returning to normal, let’s celebrate and delight in the thrill that comes with hearing a live band.