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When you’re planning for your wedding, you can’t miss out on music for the reception party. You want your wedding day to be entertaining and memorable. You've already been to a bridal shop for dream day dresses, but what about the music? You might be in two minds about hiring a wedding band or bringing in a DJ. But if you want to have some local live music, what could be better than hiring a live band. The band won’t just keep the guests excited but also keep the dance floor packed.
The choice of music can be personal to you as a couple, but a live band will also keep the wide range of guests in mind. A live wedding band can meet all your requirements and assure that your wedding day is worth remembering.
Read below to know why you need a live band on your wedding day:
Your musical requirements will be met once you let them know your music choices and the songs you can’t stand. Make sure that they take responsibility for transporting and setting up the gear. That will set the right tone for your wedding day.
Some professional bands have years of experience and leave no stone unturned to make your big day a memory of a lifetime. Many bands also have a huge list of songs in their repertoire, ensuring the mood is set for the whole night. Additionally, you can hire the best local bands in your vicinity and voice your preferences ahead of time.
Wedding receptions are generally scheduled during the night. That allows the wedding band to put on a good show with lights and decorations.
Top artists interacting with each other, as well as the guests, increases the energy exponentially that a DJ simply can’t duplicate. Some wedding bands can make all sorts of arrangements for a wedding reception.
A live band leaves no space for boredom. Their performance doesn’t blend into the background like pre-recorded music. A live band always stands out, and the dance floor is always packed with people.
Local live music, such as a jazz wedding band, usually dresses up according to the music genre they’ll cover and the event in focus, such as a cocktail party or the wedding cake cutting ceremony.
Audience interaction
With a live band, you won’t just get music; you’ll get a performance. Their beats and audience interaction skills encourage most to get up and dance.
On your big day, when everyone is high on alcohol and in a festive mood, it is important that you’re having a great time too. A good wedding band will ensure that they play music for all age groups and tastes.
They can also create a great interaction with guests. Professional wedding bands can read their audience and alter the playlist accordingly.
Also, even if you get the best band that plays great music, not everyone will like to shake their booty. A good live band can accommodate the non-dancers too. They also play for those who would rather listen to local live music, watch the band perform, and encourage others on the dance floor.
Conclusion
Local live music can keep your guests entertained and involved. If you cannot choose a band for your wedding day, let any wedding entertainment service help you choose based on the kind of event and your preferences.
A professional wedding band’s high energy will only increase exponentially during the performance and have the guests asking for more, even after the party is over!
Did you have local live music or DJ at your wedding?
Krystle Cook – the creator of Home Jobs by MOM – put her psychology degree on a shelf and dived into a pile of diapers and dishes instead. She is a wife and mother to two rambunctious boys, sweating it out in her Texas hometown. She loves cooking, DIY home projects, and family fun activities.
I agree with all the points you mentioned here! Wedding bands are definitely a great way to set the mood for your ceremony. But looking for a good one can be a difficult task. Could you also share some tips on what you should look for in a wedding band?
I agree that generating excitement is something to be expected when hiring a live band for wedding receptions. I’m interested in looking for one soon because my boyfriend and I already set a date for our wedding next year. As such, we will start to have to work on a tight timeline when making plans for our wedding.
Hey there! thanks for featuring my YouTube video on your blog. It’s a pleasure to talk about what I know about bringing live entertainment to parties and why the right (or wrong) choice can really make or break your event, kid’s party, or wedding.
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I agree with all the points you mentioned here! Wedding bands are definitely a great way to set the mood for your ceremony. But looking for a good one can be a difficult task. Could you also share some tips on what you should look for in a wedding band?
Yes, we will consider writing another wedding band article!
I agree that generating excitement is something to be expected when hiring a live band for wedding receptions. I’m interested in looking for one soon because my boyfriend and I already set a date for our wedding next year. As such, we will start to have to work on a tight timeline when making plans for our wedding.
Congrats, on your upcoming wedding!! What kind of band would you like for your wedding reception?
Hey there! thanks for featuring my YouTube video on your blog. It’s a pleasure to talk about what I know about bringing live entertainment to parties and why the right (or wrong) choice can really make or break your event, kid’s party, or wedding.
You are very welcome!! Music can change the whole mood of so many events
I never had really thought about it. You bring up some great reasons!
Have you usually seen a live band or DJ at weddings you have attended?