Hire a band, or a DJ?
The first step, of course, is doing your research.
Start by asking for recommendations from your own planner and your venue.
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Its also a great idea to recall bands you have loved at weddings you have attended as a guest.
These performers can vary from classical five-piece orchestras to jazz trios to rock bands.
We offer music curation and entertainment design meetings ahead of booking to make dreams into reality for the event.
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Organizations like Kahns can also help you bring headline talent, like major recording artists, to your nuptials.
Once youve created a shortlist of acts, make a date with your partner for a musical watch party.
A pro tip would be to double-check the videos are filmed and recorded live, says Kivel.
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Quality of equipment is critical when selecting your band, shares Kahn.
Not only is it critical to how things look, but also for volume management.
With modernized equipment, the setup can be wireless, elegant, and integrated into the stage.
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Once you narrow down your selection, ask for quotes and contracts.
These will detail everything from performer costs to requirements for vendor meals.
And now that you have picked that perfect band to keep your reception grooving?
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confirm they are equipped with everything they need to MC the evening with ease.
This includes preferred pronouns and phonetic pronunciations of names to avoid any mix-ups.
