Band or playlist?

Hey Ruth!

We've got two plans of action for our evening reception for next October (in case of any restrictions!)

For now on the basis of us only having between 30-35 guests for the evening (on the thought that there's still restrictions!), we've booked a singer with backing music for the evening. However, if restrictions are eased (or a vaccine rolled out - fingers crossed!) we'll be having a big reception do with around 100 guests and in that case the singer we've booked will bring his band to make it more atmospheric!

I don't think a playlist is naff - I think it's more about priorities. We love live music so we knew that was one of our top priorities for us, and I also wanted to make sure the evening wouldn't feel too flat with the smaller number we're potentially having. So having a singer gives the evening a bit more of a feature.

Let me know if you want me to reccommend my singer - he's from Essex so local to you it looks like!

View quoted message Hi Holly,
Thank you, that'd be brill. We're actually getting married in Dorset but I'm sure a good musician could travel, right?

And that's exactly my concern, that the evening may feel a bit flat...we eat and then what? At least with a band there'd be guaranteed atmosphere but I'm not sure we can justify the expense with having so few guests.
Thanks for your reply ?

If you cannot justify a singer or band how about a DJ. If your venue has a good sound system then a playlist will be fine but what people overlook with a DJ is that they also bring along all the lighting gear which really does add to the "party atmosphere" and makes a big difference.

View quoted message Absolutely, we're considering this. Thank you so much for responding ?

I always fell in love with all the bands that sang at every wedding that I have attended. So I choose to hire a band for your wedding too! Good luck!

View quoted message Thank you, it may be worth the extra expense!

Bands that I have seen at weddings have also played a playlist through their system - with their lighting during any break times they may have.

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You're welcome!