TIPS & ARTICLES FROM PROFESSIONAL WEDDING ENTERTAINERS
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Music Ceremony Suggestion Tip: If you can't afford "live" musicians for your wedding ceremony, play a pre-recorded CD for 30 minutes while guest arrive (Your Prelude Music) Then have a LIVE vocalist sing one or two songs just before the wedding starts. -Renee of Charmed Life Music, LLC, Hermitage, TN Wedding Vocalist Any consideration for a wedding dj should involve the hiring of a professional who is versatile. This means, that in most metropolitan areas, the mix of wedding guests crosses not only age but ethnic differences. Any qualified dj should be able to have an assortment of music that appeals to a wide majority of the population. No longer can a dj afford to be identified as a 'country music' or top 40 dj. Those entertainers that don't want to meet the demands of today's growing diverse populations will see their bookings decrease. Therefore, any wedding client should require their potential dj provide proof that they're able to keep a dance floor full with a diverse crowd or keep searching until they can find one. -Kenneth of Wicked Sound and Light, Rancho Cucamonga, CA Wedding Disc Jockey There is nothing like the vibrancy and warmth of a live acoustic instrument or voice, which a DJ or recording cannot convey. When hiring classical musicians, consider hiring more than just "gig professionals", whose playing might actually be rusty from repeating the same repertoire over and over again. Make sure that the performers have regular concert experience. This will make a tremendous difference in the level of the performance. -Steven of La Belle Musique, Inc., New York, NY If you are using the musicians from your church or temple as part of a "package" offered by your venue, be sure to ask for a recording of the soloists or for an opportunity to hear them live. This is extremely important. Many an meticulously planned and elegant wedding has been tarnished by sub-par performances by a package soloist who was not "auditioned" by recording or in person by the bride, groom or wedding planner. Don't be afraid to ask questions and if needed, hire outside professional musicians to create the musical atmosphere you envision. -Jama of La Belle Voix New York, New York, NY How important is your Wedding Entertainment? In truth, entertainment is 80% or more of the success factor in any event, while it is often amazingly as little as 5% of the event budget. A late ceremony start, a few flowers missing, even an average meal will hardly be noticed by any of your guests and will be more than made up for with experienced entertainment. Conversely, the most beautiful ceremony, filet mignon and lobster, and charming decor can be ruined with a poor performance. -RE Lat of Events-4U, MD, DC, n.VA Pick songs that are not the "extreme" of each genre. Some disco songs fit into regular dance songs, just like some "rap" songs are also fun dance songs. You can please a wider range of people by playing songs that "cross over" to other genres. -Scott of American Entertainment, Westlake OH For outdoor weddings, consider having a brass quintet. -Daryl of Stone Mountain Brass, Atlanta GA When hiring an entertainment company, make sure they are members of a national disc jockey association. Member companies are usually insured, have access to backup equipment and entertainers in the event of emergency and provide better performances since they regularly engage in continuing professional education. -Ken of A&J Entertainment, Aurora CO Always provide "live" music for your ceremony/reception! This reflects beauty, elegance, and class that will leave your guests talking for years to come. Guests may not remember the food, the flowers, or the color of your tablecloths.. but they WILL remember the music! It sets the tone for your celebration ~ creates magical memories that will last a lifetime. -Chicago's Wedding Pianist Kathie Nicolet, Chicago, IL Be open to different types of musical ensembles. Most musicians' websites have a sound byte. Listen to many and you may be surprised by what your ear responds to. Aslo, beware....the most inexspensive group may be cost affective, but you get what you pay for. Many musicians are weekend musicians or student groups who may not have the experience needed to provide flawless music for your event. Ask for references! -Two Of Us flute and guitar duo, E Bridgewater MA The Band makes the party! Set your budget for the best! -Marcia of Marcia Mitchell, Palm Beach FL We don't play many notes, just the right ones!...more Alpha Dog Band, Manhattan, NY When developing a song list for your special event its a good idea to keep a number of selections in the songlist for all generations. -Nick of Nick Lamberti Entertainment, Dedham MA Since your entertainer will need to be heard by all attending, he/she needs to be in an area that is open and visible to all. Do not hide your entertainer in a corner or in the back of the room. -Ron of DJ Ron Carpenito, Boston MA |
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