Why Your Wedding
Needs a Live Band or Singer
Weddings are undeniably the best social occasion.
Celebrating love, family, friends, and for the religious amongst you, God. As
the evening rolls on, the celebration kicks into gear, and guests embrace the happy
couple, but the atmosphere, the mood of the entire evening is nothing without
music. Music is to a wedding reception; what icing is to cake.
While many people opt for a DJ to play their favourite
tunes, it can never compete with the power of a live band or wedding singer.
Here’s why!
The Electric Atmosphere
No one raves about hearing a recording of their favourite
song. But a live concert has an atmosphere, unlike any other. That's why you
need to hire a band. The strum of the guitar, the dazzling vocals and your
guests singing along. There is no competition. With a live band, the air is
electric. Excitement runs through the crowd. Everyone from grandmas to old
friends, husbands and wives, children and teenagers will head down to the
dancefloor for a live band; as they respond to the feel of the crowd, to the
mood in the room.
The Personal Touch
DJ's can be great, but in the age of the iPod the novelty
has worn off. You can listen to the same songs anytime, anywhere. With a live
band, you're experiencing a one-off. A unique experience, unlike any other
night – isn't that why we love live music. A recording is a poor substitute.
Additionally, when you hire a band, you don’t have to
restrict yourself to pop or rock. You can give the night a truly personal
touch. Ceilidh bands, Mariachi bands, folk rock bands; you can even hire a
classical quartet. You’ll be able to meet the wedding signers beforehand and
discuss tracks, mood, and the feel of the night. Plus, with their years of
experience, they’ll know just what you’re after.
The First Dance
Many weddings embrace the tradition of a first dance. The
couple takes the stage and leads the crowd in the first song, their song. As
the music dies, their friends and family join them, and the party starts. But
for that moment: it's them and the music. With a band, the romance runs high.
The music feels real. It's not just a first dance; it's a serenade.
The Night to
Remember
Live music, unlike a DJ, is like love, unpredictable – in
a good way. Songs will be suggested. The band will banter with your guests. As
the crowd rises, the music will too. People will experience music they’ve never
heard before. With a live band, you get something unconventional: custom-made.
You can pick the songs, choose the mood. If you want a part of the ceremony or
evening to be highlighted, that is entirely possible. If you want, you can try
something no one has done before.
Put simply; you can create a night to remember; your
night!