How To Choose Your Wedding Entertainment
The
Importance of Having Music at Your Reception.
Whether you decide
upon a band or a DJ, the musical entertainment sets the mood and ambiance of
your reception. It sends a welcoming message of warmth and anticipation to your
guests as they first enter the doors of your reception site and, as the evening
progresses, the music is the single determining factor whether your reception
becomes a party or a PARTY! Music is the
memory everyone takes with them.
How to Decide on The Best Entertainment For You.
As you plan
for your wedding day, you'll want only the highest quality professionals in
every field. Your musical needs are no exception. How do you really know if a
band has the experience of playing at weddings? Your wedding day is much too
important to worry about whether the band will be set up on time, know how to
introduce the bride and groom correctly, be dressed appropriately, know what to
do when you toss the bouquet, be cooperative about the volume, etc. If they are
inexperienced at weddings, you should just keep looking.
How to Find Your Entertainment.
Although, some wedding entertainers do mix
public club events with private events, many of the bands or DJ's that regularly
do weddings aren't found playing in clubs. Where do you begin? If you have been
to a wedding recently, ask the bride how she found her entertainers. Your hotel
or country club caterer might have a referral list. Call a professional
entertainment agency.
Why
Use a Professional Entertainment Agency?
When enlisting the help of an entertainment agency, your
options and choices are greatly expanded. Most of the groundwork has already
been done by the agency. They should be able to provide you with a large
selection of entertainers available on your date, proven professionals that fit
your needs and budget. The agent you work with will ask you many questions. This
helps him (or her) suggest groups for you to consider. It is important that you
work with people who listen and understand what you want.
Ask your entertainment agent what is the best way to audition the groups you are
interested in. Sometimes, a band or DJ will be at an event where you can poke
your head in and listen. Check with your agent first to make sure it is
appropriate for you to view them at someone else's event. Perhaps, you might
prefer demo tapes and then visiting with the band leader in person or over the
phone.
I
Found The Band I Want...Now What Do I Do?
If you're sure you've found the right band, don't let them
get away. You may not be the only bride considering that particular band and, if
they get a firm offer, they will probably take it. Most of the very popular
bands are booked three months to a year or more in advance. A signed contract
and deposit (usually, fifty percent) holds the date. Once the decision is made,
most brides feel a huge sigh of relief. They know that the entertainment they
chose will contribute to a memorable reception that will be enjoyed by everyone.
|