We love Eleanor Stanford, writing for the New York Times, who provides some excellent thought-provoking questions that might prove valuable as part of any wedding planning process:
1. Did your family throw plates, calmly discuss issues or silently shut down when disagreements arose?
2. Will we have children, and if we do, will you change diapers?
3. Will our experiences […]
We get asked this question a lot by couples trying to decide their wedding music. While it always comes down to the individual tastes of the bride & groom, here’s some pros and cons to consider in the band vs. DJ debate:
Live Music
Quality live musicians bring energy, enthusiasm and ambience to any event. Live […]
Top Five Wedding Music Mistakes
Every couple dreams of a fun night of seamless music. Here are a few tips to help avoid some common music mistakes:
Mistake 1: Hiring the cheapest music you can find
After all the decisions are made, the vows are said and dinner is served, usually the rest of the night depends upon the quality of the DJ or band. Great music means a party you’ll never forget, while bad music sends guests heading for the door. Don’t jeopardize your entire night by hiring your music based only on price – hire the best you can find.
Mistake 2: Greeting your guests with (awkward) silence
Most guests will arrive 20 – 30 minutes before your ceremony starts, but the wait will seem a lot longer if they have to sit in silence. Book your DJ or musician(s) for some elegant prelude music for a memorable start to your day.
Mistake 3: Be clear about your playlist(s)
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Looking for some guidance as you hire live music for your event? Here’s a few tips we’ve learned throughout the years:
Match the music to the mood
Think about what type of music you want to hear at your event. Is your crowd one that will dance or do you just need some mellow background music?
Know […]