Thinking about hiring a live band for your wedding but are advised against it? Most people these days are in left in two minds about hiring a live band for a wedding. Perceptions about music bands from the past still haunt the minds of an older generation. You may be told that they don’t offer enough variety in music. They may be too loud. A live music band comes across as cheesy. Well, all we have to say is that things have changed over the years, just like most things have. It’s time you checked out the cool options you have today. Here are three myths busted.
Modern Live Bands for Your Wedding
Variety of Music
Live bands understand that your wedding is the most important day of your life. Entertainment is a big part of keeping the excitement alive with everyone present. Professional wedding services are connected to a wide range of wedding bands for hire. You choose from indie rock bands, modern pop, music from the 60s, 80s or 90s, whatever you’re looking for. How do you select the right one? Well, to start, have them send you videos of their performances and ask how they can make your wedding music special. See if the band has both male and female vocalists who are trained in many types of music.
Ask for the Song List
Take a thorough interview. Find out if they are willing to take your views into consideration. Ask to see their song list. Get them to play a few songs for you to check their expertise. If you have anything particular in mind, let them know, see if they are flexible enough to incorporate those numbers in their list and give them time to learn them. Some bands may take more time to learn the new material than others. Not all bands have enough time to perfectly learn new songs that are not on their list. See if they are willing to accommodate your choices in the quoted fee or if there are added costs. It’s good to get the pricing sorted before you finalize so there are no surprises later.
Consult with Your Wedding Planner
Consult with your wedding planner before you decide the music to make sure it fits with the theme, if any. Some may advise a niche acoustic group to cover select numbers. Others may suggest a 12-piece band that plays a variety of music across different eras. Wedding planners are experienced and have insights about selections that may not have crossed your mind. For instance, a large orchestra can produce a dramatic effect but it really boils down to the quality of the musicians to create the right music. Trust your gut feeling when you review the videos of the band.
Pitch and Volume
A common concern about live bands for weddings is that they are sometimes too loud for the guests. However, the volume is not the concern in actuality. It is the selection of songs. If the songs touch a chord with everyone, the party peps up. If the songs are off, the music may hurt the ears. An experienced band also takes the acoustics into consideration. Choose a venue that provides the good acoustics to produce the perfect volume required for an appropriate ambience.
Groove & Tonic: Live Music for All Events in Vancouver
Groove & Tonic is a seven-piece Vancouver party band highly popular for their amazing vocals, the funkiest rhythm section and supremely talented, professional musicians. Book them for your next party, wedding or corporate event for a high-energy performance of R&B, disco, rock, pop, funk, old school or contemporary.