The party is all set. The venue has been secured for your special occasion. The food is bought and all of the decorations are ready to be put up. It seems as if everything is in order. All the guests have responded and even family members are excited to see each other, after many years apart. These scenarios are applicable to pretty much any function that requires planning. After all of these things have been done the only remaining party day question is whether to use a DJ or to book a band.
Many folks have opted to use a DJ, simply because it is easier. They show up with their equipment, have several hundred songs to play, usually in a variety of genres and unless they are brand new, they are usually fine for most occasions. The biggest challenge with this choice is that your DJ is limited to only the music he/she brings with them. Many times, with a diverse aged group of people, they will not have songs that your guests may wish to hear.
If your guests are varied in age, the available music from a DJ, could be a challenge. Another consideration is their sound system. Depending on where you have your gathering, the in house sound system may or may not be sufficient to give you quality sound.
When you hire a live band there is generally less of a challenge regarding your locations sound system. They will arrive with amplifiers and microphones in tow and after they set up, the music is ready to go. After a couple of sound checks, the music starts and the party is started. You have to consider the flavor of your party, but with a band, if you have chosen a theme, the band can dress the part and be more involved in your decor.
In many situations, a DJ is a frustrated entertainer. They actually wish they were in a band! Your party may offer them the option of performing, but seldom will you find the next American Idol portraying themselves as a record spinner!! Having live music with a professional lead singer and quality back ups, will present a true compliment to your party.
Finding groups that suit your needs may be a little tougher, but in the long run, their presence will have a bigger impact on the party than anyone else. There are agents that will direct you to venues where local talent is playing. You get to see them in action to determine their sound, how they interact with the customers and their personalities. A DJ is really at a location to do nothing more than spin records, although now it is more of anything but records, and is not really there as entertainment.
Of course, the cost of hiring live entertainers will be higher than a DJ, but your overall results will be more satisfactory. The leader of the band can be a greater help as a Master of Ceremonies and will allow for more interaction with your guests. As long as you are not hiring a full orchestra, the costs will not be prohibitive.
If you book a band, the party will have an entirely different flavor. Perhaps the next winner of American Idol will be tearing up every song. The lead guitar may be the next Eric Clapton and the drummer may be as entertaining as Ringo Starr. This is the personality of your party, so make your choice wisely and everyone will have a great time, while you dance the night away knowing that you made the best choice!!
Leona Newport writes for the live wedding party band hire site at http://www.souldesire.co.uk. Finding out about how to Hire Bands will make all the difference to the success of your event. For more information about Bands For Weddings please visit here.
