The music played on your wedding day is as important as the decorations in setting the tone and mood for your wedding day. A special song shared between the newlyweds or an upbeat dance number that gets all the guests on the floor will be sure to make your wedding day unique and memorable.

Try to remember that there will be a variety of different people and age groups at your wedding. This is important when picking music for the day, as you want to make sure that your DJ or band is able to play a large variety of music from romantic ballads to the latest commercial music. It is also important to specify to your DJ or singer what their role is. Whether it is to keep the music constantly flowing or to double as a master of ceremonies. Let the musicians know where they will be performing so that they can adequately prepare and be sure to check your venue for adequate power sources and room for the band to perform. Also be sure to ask your musicians if there is an extra charge for learning new music and allow them plenty of time to do so. Be sure there is a signed and written contract stating what you expect from them.

Music during the ceremony is usually of a softer and more romantic tone to ease the guests in. Instrumentals are a favourite amongst brides and serve as good unobtrusive background music. If the ceremony is to be held in a church it is important to remember to ask about any restrictions with musical pieces. Some churches may request that only sacred music is played.

At the reception a wider of selection of music may be played that properly reflects your taste and those of your guests. You may prefer a traditional string quartet or soothing jazz band for a romantic feel or perhaps a band or DJ if your mission is to get all the guests involved and dancing!

Approximately 10% of the cost of the wedding is set aside for music and entertainment. Another alternative to having a band play at your wedding is to have a DJ play CD’s. This trend has become which is become increasingly popular due to the high cost of live entertainment. In addition to this, using mixed CD’s ensures that you can have all the songs you want played non stop on your wedding day without the worry of hiring a band and figuring out where they will be located and how well they will execute songs.

Don’t forget to book your musical arrangements as far in advance as possible. Give the musician a deposit to secure the date and get everything agreed upon in a written contract.