Top Tips for Choosing the Right Wedding Bands/Music
It can be quite an overwhelming task to choose the right wedding bands/music and songs for your big day. After all, music is one of the most aspects of any wedding and can play an important role in setting the mood for the whole evening. Hence it is important to plan ahead and give it due importance so that the right songs are played during the ceremony as well as for the reception.
A sensible thing to do will be to break down the events of the day like seating of the guests, bridal march, main wedding ceremony, wedding march, cocktail hour or pre-reception hour and the main reception. The type of songs chosen for each will be different and hence breaking it into small parts will make the job easier. Select soft and welcoming music while the guests are being seated to lift the mood and make a perfect start to the whole evening. Bridal march is one of the most treasured moments of a girl's life when she makes the entry as a bride holding on to her father's hand. The song chosen for this moment should hence be a very special one which holds meaning to both the bride and her family.
While selecting music for the main wedding ceremony, it is important to have a word with the officiant especially if you are having a church wedding. There are sometimes, strict guidelines on the kind of music and songs that can be played during the ceremony. Also, most churches have a choir service which will be in charge of the songs that are played during ceremony; in this case, you will have to sit and talk with the choir master and decide the songs beforehand. Another important aspect while choosing wedding bands/music is whether you want a live band or pre-recorded music.
If you are having a low budget wedding, then pre-recorded music will the best option. There are so many online wedding galleries through which you can download the songs and music to be played on the big day. But if you are planning on a live band, then a little bit of preparation is required. Sit down with your partner and wedding planner, if you have one, and list out the songs that need to be played. You can include songs which have special meaning in both your lives which can be played during the wedding march or for the first dance during the reception. It will also be a good idea to thank your guests by dedicating special numbers to them.
A live band is best if you want keep the day traditional and with an old world charm, but if you want a modern wedding, then a live DJ would be the best choice. Always remember, it is not important to have the latest songs or trendy numbers to make a memorable impression but it is the lyrics and music that will leave a lasting impact on all the guests. So choose songs which have meaningful lyrics for the occasion and also a few dance favorites to get the crowd grooving.
A sensible thing to do will be to break down the events of the day like seating of the guests, bridal march, main wedding ceremony, wedding march, cocktail hour or pre-reception hour and the main reception. The type of songs chosen for each will be different and hence breaking it into small parts will make the job easier. Select soft and welcoming music while the guests are being seated to lift the mood and make a perfect start to the whole evening. Bridal march is one of the most treasured moments of a girl's life when she makes the entry as a bride holding on to her father's hand. The song chosen for this moment should hence be a very special one which holds meaning to both the bride and her family.
While selecting music for the main wedding ceremony, it is important to have a word with the officiant especially if you are having a church wedding. There are sometimes, strict guidelines on the kind of music and songs that can be played during the ceremony. Also, most churches have a choir service which will be in charge of the songs that are played during ceremony; in this case, you will have to sit and talk with the choir master and decide the songs beforehand. Another important aspect while choosing wedding bands/music is whether you want a live band or pre-recorded music.
If you are having a low budget wedding, then pre-recorded music will the best option. There are so many online wedding galleries through which you can download the songs and music to be played on the big day. But if you are planning on a live band, then a little bit of preparation is required. Sit down with your partner and wedding planner, if you have one, and list out the songs that need to be played. You can include songs which have special meaning in both your lives which can be played during the wedding march or for the first dance during the reception. It will also be a good idea to thank your guests by dedicating special numbers to them.
A live band is best if you want keep the day traditional and with an old world charm, but if you want a modern wedding, then a live DJ would be the best choice. Always remember, it is not important to have the latest songs or trendy numbers to make a memorable impression but it is the lyrics and music that will leave a lasting impact on all the guests. So choose songs which have meaningful lyrics for the occasion and also a few dance favorites to get the crowd grooving.