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Weddings

We play at quite a few weddings each year so we thought it would be useful to share some information that might help you when looking for a wedding band.  Consider these points when choosing a wedding band for hire or considering music or entertainment for your big day.

Wedding Table

Choose a band that plays music that will get you and your guests on the dancefloor
You really can’t beat an occasion where the music is pumping and everyone is dancing – sharing in the celebration of the occasion and joining in with the music. In order for this to happen you might want the band to play a mix of music in different styles and from different periods so that you can satisfy as many of your guests as possible. Don’t compromise too much though – after all it is your wedding!


Consider the size of the band alongside the size of the venue and the number of guests
Bigger wedding function bands are louder, even if you turn the PA down as much as you can, there’s still a limit how quiet they can play. If you have a small wedding reception for 20 or 30 people in an intimate venue then maybe a smaller 3-piece band might be more appropriate. Of course bigger soul bands are more exciting visually and have a much bigger sound and impact, so if your reception is for 70 or more people, in a good size venue then go for it!


Sound limiters
If you really want a band at your wedding, then have a chat with your event organiser at the venue to ask if they have a sound limiter installed. These are devices that detect how loud the entertainment or music is and if this exceeds a certain threshold, then the power is cut to the stage. As you can imagine this can cause huge problems if a live band is playing, as often the acoustic sound of the band (and the audience) can often be enough to put the sound limiter into action! Be sure to discuss this with the band in advance of the gig so that they can adapt their setup to play at a lower volume.


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