Your wedding is, of course, one of the happiest days of your life – so it’s natural to want everything to be perfect. After months of planning, the ideal situation is a seamless ceremony, a delicious meal, and an unforgettable evening. But choosing the right band to honor such an occasion is often easier said than done.
Like every decision you make with regard to your wedding day, it makes sense to properly plan and consider all of the options available to you, so that you’re able to relax and enjoy the results of your hard work. So, with that in mind, let’s take a detailed look at how to pick a band that will deliver the energy and atmosphere you’re dreaming of on your wedding night.
Entertaining the Crowd
It’s important to always remember that, while your wedding is ostensibly for you and your partner, you want your guests to also have the best time possible. Music plays a major role when it comes to curating the right vibe in your venue – you may want elegant, classical music throughout your ceremony, and then something to dance to when the sun sets, for example.
When hiring a band, you should base your decision on a genre and style that will ensure everyone feels the urge to tap their feet and have a good boogie. Though you may love heavy metal, the chances are you may find only a handful of your guests meet you on the dancefloor. Finding a professional wedding band that can perform various styles, is capable of taking requests, and is prepared to tailor their performance to you and your guests’ personal favorites is essential. A couple of local favorites that we love here at the Inn at Occidental are Pop Fiction and Brian Nova .
Planning Ahead
The most popular wedding bands tend to get booked up way in advance, so it’s worth the effort to get everything planned well ahead of time. If you want to guarantee getting the band of your dreams, the best thing to do is book them in as soon as you have secured your date with your venue.
To help with availability, you could plan to either have a wedding in what would typically be regarded as ‘off-season’ – winter, generally speaking – or to have a ceremony in the middle of the week. If you have your heart set on live music and the unparalleled energy it brings to a celebration, this is an area you need to prioritize early on. Be sure to ask about the band’s contingency plans in case of emergency, and whether or not a replacement can be offered last minute if they are unable to attend.
Equipment and Logistics
Not all bands can play in all venues, so pairing these two crucial elements is key. When viewing venues, it’s a good idea to ask about what space and equipment they offer for live bands, as well as any time or noise volume level restrictions they have in place. This means you can approach various bands with all of the key information they need to be sure they can deliver the best performance for you from day one.
When it comes to the logistics of your evening, the simplest way to ensure everyone is where they need to be at the right time is to hire a wedding planner. They will communicate with the venue staff and your band to help them set up, coordinate your guests to the right area, and also prompt your performers on when to announce those special moments such as your first dance or cake cutting over the mic.
Dance the Night Away
Once all is said and done, your wedding is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Keep these tips in mind as you embark on the hunt for your dream wedding band, so you can rest
assured that they are perfect for your evening celebrations.
