Having trouble deciding on the type of entertainment you want at your wedding reception? Below is a list of the pros and cons of each choice so you can weigh what elements matter to you most:
BAND Pros:
* There is nothing like live music in terms of sound quality.
* You choose a band based on your own tastes, and therefore the music will be more personalized to what you and your spouse like.
* Live music can be more exciting and can get the crowd more involved.
* A band can vary the speed of the songs, depending on the mood of your guests and the atmosphere you wish to create.
* Different instrumental or vocal solos can also be played throughout the evening.
BAND Cons:
* There is only a limited amount of songs a band can play.
* The songs never sound the same as the original recordings.
* If the musicians need to take a break, the music stops as well.
* Bands can sometimes cost several thousand dollars more than a DJ.
* It can seem more like a concert instead of an accent to your reception. (Sometimes bands like to play loud – even if you ask them to keep the volume at a reasonable level).
DISC JOCKEY Pros:
* A DJ comes with a choice of hundreds of songs. Therefore, the DJ can play songs to cater to the varying tastes of several generations.
* They will often cost much less than a band.
* While the music is playing, the DJ can get out on the dance floor and rev up the guests.
* Your special dances will be played exactly like you’ve heard them before.
* There is no reason to have a break in the music.
DISK JOCKEY Cons:
* The music cannot be changed depending on personal tastes.
* Contracts can be misleading in terms of who will really be at your wedding.
* It may take more effort to get the crowd engaged (versus a live performance).
* Some guests may think a DJ is too casual for a formal reception.
* You might not like the styles of music that are being played.
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