EBYX Center

Staging for live wedding music is just one of about a thousand chores facing couples and wedding planners. Between flowers, photos, venues, dresses, parties, rings, video, and more, even a small and low-keyed wedding makes for a great amount of preparation. It can be a trying time because if even one of these areas falls through the cracks, your big day can end up being a super letdown.

Here are five hints to engaging live wedding music players for your service and reception:

1. Be sure you rent a band with a verified track record of professionalism. Does the handler return your calls promptly? Does the dance band have a website? Business cards? Other promotional materials? Or do you get the impression you’re talking to a guy rehearsing in his garage with his buddies? The way the band introduces itself as you begin speaking with them is a good indicator of how they’ll turn up (or not!) on your big day.

2. Punctuality is key. When you set an date to meet face to face or on the phone, it’s like a mini-contract. If the band manager is late to meet with you, it’s a discouraging sign that they don’t take their agreements seriously. If they can’t make it on time in the preparation phase, what other agreements will they abandon with you on your wedding day? This extends on to you, likewise - being prompt is just one way you can live a life that shows that you abide by your commitments.

3. Make sure the band is easy-going rather than being a bunch of prima donnas. By now you’ve likely heard a dozen Bridezilla stories, even if you’re not demanding or unreasonable. Imagine engaging the equivalent in craziness for your wedding band. The last thing you want on your wedding day is to have to wait on your musicians hand and foot, fetching them food and beverage, having the thermostat set for them, or tending to other demanding needs. The greatest band for you is one that can take care of itself, one that’s easy to get along with, and one that does all it can to make sure your day is easy and fun for you.

4. Engage a wedding band that’s fun. Getting married is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. It’s important business. The music on your wedding day should be beautiful and fun. You don’t want to see your guests yawning, dazed, and wishing the day was done with. You want them up, dancing, singing, and smiling. If you select a live wedding music band well, your selection will do a great deal to make your wedding day unforgettable in a good way. This is the big day you’ve been looking for, and music is such a important part of it. Be sure you engage a band that makes the day perfect - gratifying for you and your guests.

George Pollis is the managing director and a instrumentalist with Reel Ting Steel Drum Band. For a professional, punctual, easy-going, talented, and fun live wedding music band, see Reel Ting at http://www.reelting.com.