You may be contemplating the chance to hire
a band for a party or perhaps a special celebration like a wedding. An
excellent party band is going to keep you and your guests entertained for the
whole party and will be playing all your favourite songs to help keep you and
your friends on the dance floor all night.
What is a party band?
A party band is a live band made up of talented musicians
performing classic pop and chart songs and performing at weddings, birthday
parties, and corporate events. A party
band for hire as a 4 piece band will consist of a singer, guitarist, drums, and bass guitar. If you have space at your venue you can add extra musicians
including keyboards or a brass section and possibly backing singers.
A live professional band will provide all their own sound
equipment and lighting. Also, they will have the option for DJ service and
some will provide bandeoke.
Hire a party band
When you're planning to hire a party band for your
celebration there are a few essential things to consider. The following are
only a couple of ideas to consider and will aid you in the process of
discovering the perfect band to entertain you at your party.
Cost is probably the first thing you will consider but with
bands starting from a 3-piece upwards there should be a band available for any
budget. Also, check the location of the band, the closer they are to the venue
will keep the travel costs to a minimum. Using an agency like Music8 will help
in finding the best party band at the best possible price.
Make sure your band has full public liability and all their
equipment is PAT tested.
How long will they perform for? Most bands usually play live
for a total of 2 hours with a short break.
Additionally, you have to decide on the style of music you
would like your party band to play which should match not just yourself but
your family and friends. With so many different genres to choose from make sure
you check out their repertoire of songs. An effective party band is going to
have a vast repertoire to select from and will be sure to play the very best
songs for everyone.
Ask if they will play one or two of your favourite songs,
most bands will learn them for you especially if it is a first dance song for a
wedding.
If you are hiring a band for a wedding see if they will
allow you to use their microphone for speeches etc.
Take into account a professional band will need a supply of
soft drinks and maybe food if it is a long day especially at a wedding.
Check your venue for a sound limiter as this will restrict
the noise level and a band may not be able to perform. There would then be the
option of acoustic
bands that will be able to play unamplified.
These are just a few tips to look out for when you hire a
party band.
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