Wedding receptions are magical occasions, however they are also complex affairs that require strategic preparation and planning. The wedding entertainment is one of the most important factors when it comes to pulling off a successful reception that your guests will have fond memories of for years to come. The wedding band are responsible for pulling off that all important first dance song that introduces you and your partner to the world as husband and wife, and also for ensuring your loved ones are up on their feet dancing until the wee hours of the morning. However as with everything else in life, things can go wrong. Don’t let common mishaps ruin your day. These 5 tips will advise you what to watch out for and how to avoid disaster.
- The band doesn’t show up
Finding out the day of your wedding that the band you have booked has cancelled would completely ruin your day. People scrambling to contact every musician they know to see if they are available, you don’t know what they might sound like or if they will know the songs you had planned for. Or worse you have to rely on an mp3 player or mobile phone to provide the entertainment.
2. The sound quality is terrible
When you pay someone to provide a service, you expect them to be prepared and to have top class equipment. Some bands can expect you to provide a P.A system or that you will arrange with the venue to have one available for them. Other bands have top class musicians who know how to perform but have no idea how to set up the sound equipment.
3. You don’t know what to expect
Any good wedding band will want to play a set that will blow you away on your big day. You want to be familiar with the bands set list prior to the big day and to know that if you have any special song requests that they will be able to pull them off. Therefore you should always see your band perform live prior to your wedding.
4. Guests won’t dance
There is nothing worse than getting a great band, hiring a venue with a huge dance floor and then watching all your guests sit around packed tables. Weddings are those rare occasions where everybody from your graceful sister to your awkward uncle are expected to bust some moves on the dance floor. Most people are shy when it comes to dancing, and having people watch them try. But any good wedding band will create an atmosphere so inviting that your guests will be itching to get up off their chair. By selecting a band with a large repertoire of songs, you are ensuring that the tastes of all your guests are met.
5. Key Moments are not captured due to poor planning
It is the responsibility of the band to ensure the announcement for the first dance is made. This allows the dance floor to be cleared to accommodate the bride and groom, so that the photographer, videographer and whoever else needs to capture that crucial moment can get into position. If there are guests mingling on the floor or no announcement are made this picture perfect moments won’t be captured.
Here at Audio Networks, we take pride in being Ireland’s top wedding entertainment specialist. We provide entertainment to the highest standard to ensure your expectations are met. Because we represent so many top quality acts, if for some unforeseen reason your band are forced to cancel your event at late notice, we will find a top quality replacement within minutes.
We understand the importance of “quality over quantity”, therefore our wedding music packages cover the performances, travel costs and sound equipment costs. Some of our bands even send out sound engineers to ensure you receive the very best quality on your big day. Our wedding bands also understand how important it is for you to be comfortable with the decision of hiring them for your big day, therefore they perform free wedding showcases on a regular basis so you can see them in their natural environment. They also welcome any song requests or suggestions you may have. Our wedding bands have an extensive repertoire of songs to ensure everyone’s musical tastes are taken care of, they are experts of their trade and know what it takes to create that magical atmosphere that demands involvement, participation and dancing. All of our acts have years of experience in the wedding entertainment industry and understand the importance of planning and timing, they will set up without disturbing your guests, make all relevant announcements and ensure that you are happy throughout the evening.
Here are some samples of our available acts:-
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Or give us a call on +35312013660 and let one of our wedding specialists talk you through some options.
