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Words by Craig Sterriker
Listening to music is an everyday commodity that most indulge in. With apps such as Spotify and Apple Music leaving their mark on the landscape of popular culture and in turn, making music more easily accessible than ever before, it’s hard to imagine a day going by without sticking on some of your favourite tunes. With that being said, picking the perfect sonic backdrop for your special day goes far beyond opening up an app and putting on your favourite playlist. Luckily, there are a wide variety of talented musicians out there who would love nothing more than to contribute their talents to your nuptial celebrations.
Things to Consider Before Booking Musical Talent
Before you decide to book your wedding’s accompanying musical entertainment, there are a number of factors you should consider:
Your Wedding’s Theming – Specific musicians will sonically align themselves with certain aesthetics. A grand ballroom venue with accompanying fanciful décor will lend itself to the presence of string instruments, whereas a ceremony with more contemporary stylings will be more suited to the sounds of a DJ.
Your Budget – Certain acts are attended by higher price points. The costs associated with a harpist, for instance, may outweigh a violinist, a three-piece band could be cheaper than a four piece and so on.
Your Guests – Whilst the deciding factor will always be the happy couple, it’s important to consider the preferences of your guests. Considerations such as age demographics and the personal tastes of your esteemed company are undoubtedly important and should play a part in the decision-making process. Luckily, there are several ways to accommodate everyone’s tastes in pursuit of the perfect harmonious accompaniment.
Brilliant Bands (Varying Genres)
Hiring a wedding band is a certifiably classic way to bring some musical entertainment to your ceremony. Three and four-piece bands have maintained a presence in popular wedding culture for decades and this will assuredly continue to be the case for years to come. Conventional wedding bands available for hire will often display incredible versatility when it comes to song selection and the ability to perform a wide array of genres, making song requests an expected part of their repertoire. If you’re seeking a more honed in sound, there are a wide range of genre specific bands willing to perform at your nuptials, including acts that reside within the realms of soul, funk, indie, rock and folk. With a huge range of bands to choose from, settling on the perfect group of talented instrumentalists is easier than ever before.
Jaw Dropping DJs
Moving into the modern era, the rise of the wedding DJ has been almost unparalleled. Sonic versatility is synonymous with the role of a DJ, with many having access to hundreds of pre-loaded song choices, keeping them prepared for the most conventional requests to some of the more specific selections that your guests may wish to hear. When consulting with your chosen Disc Jockey, they’ll often enquire about any must-have songs you wish for them to include in their line-up, guaranteeing to keep everyone in attendance happy when hitting the dance floor. With seamless transitions between musical eras made possible through the wonders of technology, hiring a DJ for your afterparty is certain to keep guests of all ages thoroughly entertained.
Stupendous Strings
Often maintaining a presence in more opulent settings, hiring string instrumentalists to provide some elegant background noise for your wedding is certain to provide an air of regal splendour to the proceedings. Violinists, cellists and harpists are the players most commonly called upon for marital happenings and are often a perfect fit for any part of the special day, with their combined efforts and amalgamation of individually beautiful sounds lending themselves to an overall magnificent symphony. Whether you decide to incorporate these exceptionally talented instrumentalists into your ceremony, the dinner or the afterparty, resplendence will assuredly be the end result.
Perfect Pianists
The versatility of a hired pianist is difficult to overstate. Through the volition of such a classically resonant instrument, a skilled pianist can maintain an impactful presence during all parts of your special day. If you’re seeking the bounce of some jazz or swing reminiscent pieces during your black-tie dinner, there’s a pianist who’ll be able to provide just the sound you’re looking for. This adaptability will certainly extend to the ceremony itself, with the elegant sounds of piano keys sounding as you walk down the aisle certain to resonate with your guests and create lasting memories for everyone present. Hiring a pianist for the proceedings at any point in the day is sure to be a hit, with the instruments uniquely adaptable sound making it a fantastic choice of musical accompaniment.
We hope you’ve found our suggestions useful, there are a huge swath of talented musicians willing to work on your wedding day ready to hire. Once you’ve worked out the particulars, contact the performer that aligns with your preferences and enjoy!
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