The countdown is on and as you check off the boxes on your wedding To-do list one by one, one item remains unanswered: what type of music will you choose? Our advice for a festive and unforgettable evening.
wedding music is both a central part of your wedding and one of the most difficult to choose. Satisfying all of your guests is no easy task! Especially since the choice of your music will define the general atmosphere and style of your wedding and that the festive side of the evening as well as the dances are some of the things guests remember. But watch out for missteps! If you don’t want to dance to music that is too cheesy or outdated and encourage your guests to move their hips on the dance floor, here are some tips for choose between a DJ, a group or orchestra for D-day.
The advantage of a DJ, is that he can adapt his musical programming throughout the evening according to your wishes, the course of the event and the theme of your wedding. He will know how to capture the atmosphere and adapt his playlist depending on the guests, or respond to each person’s specific requests. The least expensive option is certainly the easiest, but be careful to take the time to carefully select your DJ, like every wedding service provider, he must seduce you above all! It is recommended to choose the music together and prepare your own wedding playlist with him in advance. A way to make sure you dance to your favorite songs, especially for the first dance as a coupleromantic and long-awaited. To find a good DJ, locate those near you and don’t hesitate to ask those around you: word of mouth is often one of the ideal solutions to get feedback. Finally, don’t hesitate to ask him questions about the technical equipment used, the sound system, as well as the lighting.
The good idea? The possibility of test your wedding DJ online, during a birthday or occasion at home. Invite a few friends and test its animation suggestions in real time. It costs around 40 euros for the two hours of testing, which will then allow you to validate your choice or not. If you are attracted to the service provider, remember to quickly check their availability on the date of your wedding. Website: Soondy.com
It costs between 500 and 800 euros on average for a classic service, but the price can rise to 1500 or 2000 euros depending on the equipment and the service requested for the entire evening.
What’s better than combining concert and wedding in the same evening? Live brings a unique and intimate atmosphere that is more pronounced than with a DJ. If you opt for this solution, choose the group for your evening carefully, no mismatch with the style of your big day! The orchestramore classic, brings a chic touch to your reception. Whether it’s a group or an orchestra, a small live show will always have a small effect, but will however be limited in time and with a slightly higher cost than the DJ. Indeed, the price also depends on the number of musicians present that evening. If you want an orchestra while limiting the budget, in this case choose the instruments of your choice. Pianist, violinist, guitarist, saxophone…without forgetting the number of singers and the host of the evening.
We estimate on average between 250 euros and 600 euros per musician for a performance of approximately 2 to 3 hours, to be multiplied by the number of people who make up the group or orchestra.
Combine DJ and orchestra?
If you’re having trouble deciding, why not opt for a group or orchestra at cocktail time and continue the evening with a DJ? This solution guarantees a more personalized live performance, but keeps your guests on the dancefloor until the early hours! Indeed, the musicians will be able to offer soft melodies in the first part of the evening, to warmly welcome your guests. As you will have understood, to make the right choice you will have to take into account the style of your wedding and your budget above all. Let’s dance now!
Article proposed by Agathe Bisch from the Zankyou Weddings website.
