A wedding is one of the most important events in one’s life. It is that one day that you will want to have fond memories Many plan their wedding years in advance in order for everything to be perfect.
There are so many factors that contribute to a great wedding, one being the music. From the ceremony to the reception, the ambiance and atmosphere can be greatly influenced by the music being played. There are so many types of musicians you can choose from, check out the list below for some ideas on who to get for your special day.
1. String duo, trio or quartet
Nothing more classic on your wedding day than having violins or cello accompany you as you and your future spouse walk down the aisle. Some also add a piano to the mix. If you are not very familiar with classical music, you can ask your wedding coordinator to help you in making the choice because there are several options you can choose from. You can even go for a full orchestra if you want to, but do remember that the more people you add, the higher the price will be.
2. Kayleigh band
This is something that you might not be familiar with, but if you are looking for something different, go with this kind of band. With this band, you can turn your venue into something like a kayleigh dance. Your venue will be filled with folk tunes that are Celtic in nature. If you have Irish or Scottish blood, this would be a good way to incorporate your heritage.
3. Jazz or Motown band
If you have a wedding that has a theme, you can also go for a band that specializes in certain types of music. Jazz is classic and elegant, and Motown music is just perfect music for establishing a celebratory atmosphere. While a string section is perfect for the solemn ceremony, bands are better for the reception to make it more like a party. You do have to consider some factors. of course, you need to see just how much budget you have, and the space in your reception area. If you are getting a band that has 10 or more musicians and there is not enough space, you might not have much of a dance floor anymore. Also be sure to know your favorite artist such as Michael Bolton, Smokey Robinson and others.
4. Showband
Jazz bands and other specialty bands are great, but if you want more variety in the songs for your wedding. why not go for a showband? Showbands usually play covers of popular songs, so you can be sure that they have many songs in their repertoire.
5. DJ
If you do not have much of a budget, you can also hire a DJ. They will cost less because it is usually just one person handling the booth, but that would not make your reception less perfect than others. Just make sure to get one that is a professional and who knows how to handle a crowd in weddings.