What songs will a wedding band perform?

Professional wedding bands usually have extensive song lists - they're experienced musicians and will cater the songs they play to fit the mood of the wedding reception party and whatever your playlist requirements were. A wedding band's first priority is hitting the right tunes at the right time, getting your guests dancing, and making sure the evening is unforgettable. Unlike a pre-organised Spotify playlist, wedding bands will 'read the room', providing the right musical atmosphere to suit the moment. Make sure you tell the band the song you'd like them to play for the first dance well in advance - they might already know it, but best not to risk it!

When should I get the band to perform?

After the wedding dinner is usually your best bet. The band will normally set-up during dinner, and be ready to start the party when you are. If you're after something low-key, getting the band to play background music is not unheard of, just simply let them know beforehand.

Will the wedding band provide all their own equipment?

Wedding bands will come well-prepared with all their own equipment: lights, PA system, music gear, and sometimes even a sound assistant! To give them a break between their sets, they will also often provide a DJ service, which will keep the guests happy and the dancefloor moving and grooving.

How to Plan Your Beverly Hills Wedding Reception and Ceremony Music [2023] – Premier Los Angeles Dance Bands

From the moment your wedding guests enter your ceremony or reception site, one of their first experiences will be the music!

You will want your musician, string trio, string quartet, or Spanish solo guitarist to be talented, professional, reliable and passionate about creating the perfect musical setting for your special day.

How to find the right musicians for your wedding.

Do an internet search for the type of musician you are looking for. The place where you are having your ceremony or reception may provide you with names of musicians that they recommend. Check with other facilities that hire musicians for their recommendations. Select a number of musicians to contact. Hear them perform live. Read reviews online of people that have hired the musicians you have selected.

Read reviews and ask your prospective musicians for sample demo recordings and sample videos to watch from there performances. Ask them for references. Talk to references who can vouch that the musicians do a great job and are prompt and responsible. Do they provide a free consultation to help you plan your music? Are they willing to learn other songs? Do they play the style of music you are looking for? Are they willing to accompany vocalists or other instrumentalists if necessary? Will they attend your wedding rehearsal? What backup plans can they offer if they are not able to perform for your ceremony? Do they charge by the hour, by the job? Do they ‘listen’ to you? Do they make you and your event seem important to them? Do you like their personality and they way they respond to you?

Find out the total cost to you including their performance, mileage, set up fees, rehearsal, practicing with other musicians, learning new music, etc. Once you find the musicians that best represent your wishes, you will probably be asked to provide a deposit in order to secure the date for your wedding.

Finding the perfect music for your ceremony

Once you have selected your musicians, you will want to meet to plan your ceremony music. Your musicians should be able to offer advice and provide you with a variety of music to choose from. Be sure and tell your musicians any special song requests that you have. It can sometimes take 4-8 weeks to special order music, so it’s important to do this well in advance of your wedding. The musicians will appreciate time to learn the music.

We have some great music resources and song lists for you to explore on our wedding music blog.

If planning music for your wedding seems overwhelming, Randy Stern, who is de Bois Entertainment’s musical director and a professional musician who will guide you through the process and take care of all the details for you every step of the way.

You can relax knowing that your musician will create the perfect setting for your wedding guarnteed!

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de Bois’s ‘Wedding Ceremony Song List’ may also be a helpful resource to you at this time.

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