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I get asked this question so many times from my clients. This is what I’m hearing from brides today about the pros and cons of both options:
First, the classic reasons not to have a DJ or to definitely hire a band:
1. I want the crowd to really get into dancing so I have to have a band. A DJ just won’t cut it.
2. DJs are so cheesy — they have props and light shows.
3. My guests expect a certain level of sophistication from us, so we have to have a band.
4. Live music just kicks things up a notch.
5. My guests want to be entertained throughout the night, and a band is just the thing!
Now the reasons why a band is not selected or why people love DJs:
1. I just can’t afford a great band; I’m playing it safe and going with a DJ.
2. I want a lot of originals to be played- no one can sing like Michael Jackson!
3. There isn’t a lot of room at my reception venue, and I don’t want the band to take up too much space.
4. I want a lot of current music, and I know a band doesn’t know all of those songs.
5. We have a very diverse group of guests, and I want to be able to have music for everyone to enjoy!
There are a lot of points I agree with here, but I want the experts to tell you their side of the story. That’s why I’m going to be posting interviews from DJs, bands and ceremony/cocktail hour musicians, to tell us why they should be hired and what the pros and cons are of their individual industry.
Stay tuned over the next few weeks to learn a bit more about one of the most talked about aspects of a wedding!
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I had a DJ and he wasn’t allowed to speak - there was no need. I have been to many weddings in NYC were the DJ was great and got the crowd dancing with no speaking. However, a good DJ isn’t cheap. Also, you don’t have to worry about breaks. Just my two cents!
My fiance and I were just discussing the whole band vs. DJ issue today! He had his heart set on a band, but we’re beginning to explore DJ options because of our budget (and his musical tastes). I’m eager to see the rest of these posts!
I can’t wait to see what they say! We just signed a DJ and I am so excited to have him, he fits our laid back style.
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Kate Parker, New Hampshire
Vendor: Wedding Planner
Website: Kate Parker Weddings
About Me: Kate Parker is the owner of Kate Parker Weddings, a wedding planning and floral and event design studio located on the Seacoast of NH. KPW specializes in simple and sophisticated weddings throughout New England and New York and also provides lighting services, paper products, custom out of town welcome baskets and music entertainment. Kate loves to work with as many details as possible- ribbon banding, monograms, favor tags etc to make each wedding unique and fabulous! She lives in Somersworth, NH with her husband Ryan, son Zachary, and chihuahua Lola. Although she doesn't have much free time, Kate loves to travel, read a good book, and entertain for close friends.
I just made appointments with some prospective bands, so this couldn’t come at a more perfect time! Looking forward to these upcoming posts!! woo hoo!