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There are few days in your life as memorable as your wedding day. All efforts should be made to prevent anything spoiling the perfection of this wonderful day. This means taking the time to find just the right musical entertainment for your reception. Read on to learn some things you should know before you hire wedding band.

Why choose a live band?

A good band can offer a tailored approach to the music and a unique audience relationship that a DJ usually cannot achieve. Bands with a lot of experience, especially in wedding receptions, have the flexibility to choose songs that reflect the atmosphere and the audience that is present. They can also take on the role of MC and keep an eye on things throughout the night to ensure that everything goes according to plan.

When should you start looking?

Ideally you would begin searching for a band to play at your wedding reception at least six months before the event. This gives you plenty of time to ask around about good bands, listen to some of them play, and work out all the details they will need to know before they play.

Looking for a wedding band:

When you have decided what style of music you would like played at your reception, it is time to start looking for the right band to perform it. Word of mouth is always the best way of finding a good, reliable band, so ask your friends and relatives, wedding consultants and event coordinators. Try and choose a band that already has some experience with wedding entertainment. If they haven't, you will have to make sure they know exactly what they are doing and when, to ensure that the night runs smoothly.

Where possible, try and see your potential entertainment performing live. This will give the best idea of their musical competency and the relationship they create with their audience. Otherwise, ask for a recording of their work, preferably in video format.

Details, details, details:

Before your wedding, settle on a play list of songs you like, including any special favourites. If a band's play list is missing a particular song that you want, ask if they can learn it for your wedding reception ' most bands are more than happy to do this.

Make sure that the venue is capable of hosting your chosen band. This includes finding out if there are any sound or space restrictions, how many power points there are and where, and how big the stage is. Ask the band about the equipment they will need, how much space they require, and whether they have any other special requirements.

Write up a contract that has all possible details in it. It will help everyone to know exactly what is happening and what the expectations are. Include times and dates, set up, departure times, transport arrangements, attire, food and drinks, break times, overtime, payment schedules, insurance, and the unforeseen events and costs. If you have any special requests for particular pieces or play lists, or if you want your band to act as Master of Ceremonies (MC), add this to the contract as well. Name band members individually within the contract.

To avoid any delays, have the band arrive at the venue an hour before the event to set up and perform necessary sound checks.

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