| Your wedding band is the essential part of the evening | | | | - How long does it take for them to get in and set up? |
| and choosing the right band can mean the difference | | | | - Can they set up before the wedding meal, if required |
| between everyone having a sensational time or quietly | | | | to? |
| wishing they could leave early. | | | | - Can they learn a new song for your first dance? |
| OK. You have heard about a great Wedding Band | | | | - Can you request certain songs from their repertoire |
| and you are thinking about booking them for your | | | | to be played? |
| wedding. However, before you pay the deposit, here | | | | - What deposit do they require and when is the |
| are some important questions you should ask the band | | | | balance payable? |
| first. | | | | - Do they provide a written contract to confirm your |
| - Have they played at weddings before - how many? | | | | booking? |
| - How do they dress for weddings? | | | | - What is their cancellation fee if you have to cancel? |
| - Can you hear sound samples or see a video of the | | | | - Do they have other musicians who can stand in for |
| band? | | | | them if one is ill? |
| - Where can you see them playing live to see how | | | | - Does the band have public Liability Insurance? |
| they interact with a real audience? | | | | - Has their equipment passed an electrical safety |
| - Can they provide testimonials from other people that | | | | check (PAT in the UK)? |
| have hired them? | | | | - Can the band provide the venue with a Risk |
| - How long does the band play for and what breaks | | | | Assessment, if required (UK)? |
| do the take? | | | | You may think of more questions that you want to |
| - Do they play recorded music during their breaks? | | | | ask. However, by asking these basic questions you will |
| - What floor space do they need? | | | | have a clearer idea of whether the band is suitable for |
| - How many power sockets do they need? | | | | you, your venue, and your wedding. |
| - Do they need a changing room? | | | | Good luck and have a lovely wedding! |