Your wedding entertainment will be one of the most important and remembered elements of your wedding day. Since the entertainment is so important for the atmosphere and how you celebrate, you should carefully think about your theme, the space and your budget. These tips should help you create the experiences you want with your wedding entertainment.
Things to Consider
Before making the big decisions, consider the venue and your budget. Some venues have space and sound restrictions to consider. Make sure your venue can accommodate the wedding entertainment you want. Live wedding entertainment is usually more expensive than hiring a DJ. Bands typically charge between $2,000 and $8,000. In contrast, a DJ costs between $600 and $2,500. Do not let the budget make all the decisions. Booking with an all-inclusive wedding venue can leave more in your budget for the wedding entertainment you want.
The Influence of Style
Music should be seamless, smooth and easy on the ears. Keep in mind that every musician and DJ will have their own style, which will influence the experience. A live band performs their rendition of your favorite songs, while a DJ mixes your tracks together with creative methods on different types of decks. Live bands take breaks between sets. A DJ provides a continuous flow of music. If you have an appreciation for music and live performances, you might prefer the live wedding entertainment. If you want the club-style performance that never stops, a DJ might be the better option.
Interview Your Wedding Entertainment
Always interview your wedding entertainment. Booking agents have a job to book talent, but your wedding day deserves the time spent on an interview with the actual talent. Make sure you have an opportunity to watch bands and DJs live or review a collection of videos. A band or DJ can be exceptionally talented musically, but lack stage presence. The best fit for your wedding will have experience, talent and stage presence. Your talent must be able to create an interactive experience where guests will move, celebrate and have fun. This requires interaction between the talent and guests to motivate and entertain beyond the music.
Choosing the Right MC
The Master of Ceremonies, commonly known as an MC, is essential to the wedding celebration. They will make introductions and make sure the celebration follows a timeline. This role is not to be confused with a day of event coordinator. This is your official announcer that creates a transition between music and important events. They will grab the attention of guests and interact with the party over a microphone. Make sure your wedding entertainment includes a MC.
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