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Choose music for your wedding that is meaningful and memorable to emotionally connect with your family, friends and guests.

Don't start your party band too early after dinner - give people a chance to let their food settle and have another drink or two

Have a live ceremony soloist, it's an intimate and personal way to have live acoustic music that adds the emotion and personality to your ceremeony music choices.

For your wedding choose beautiful string music as the perfect accompaniment for your day.

Consider having your photos before the ceremony, so you get to enjoy more time after you're married with your wedding guests

Get the right memories 81% of wedding guests say what they remember most is the entertainment. Don’t hire on price alone

Aim to book your wedding band about 10-16 months ahead to ensure you have a range of options available.

Forewarn your guests as to what is coming up and how you expect them to forget their inhibitions and get involved!

Trust in your band's experience - they've played hundreds of weddings and will ensure an absolutely amazing night for you and your guests

Be sure to preview your wedding entertainment live before booking. The best bands will host live showcases - not only does this give couples peace of mind, but showcases make for a great date night!

During the ceremony, the best points to have live music are during the bride's entrance, the signing of the register, and the couple's exit.

Check with your venue to make sure that there is enough room for a band and that there are no noise restrictions in place

Always book live entertainment through a reputable agency - there are too many corners that can be cut when going direct!

Don't make the night too long- for optimal experience, 2- 2 and a half hours of dancing time is best. Have background music in the beginning.

Pray for good weather on your day!

Talk to us, let us know your exact requirements, we are more than willing to interact with clients to find out your exact needs.

Never underestimate the importance of music throughout your day. Music and food are the two services wedding guests will remember!

Always book experienced wedding professionals, who will not let you down, turn up smart, on time and be polite with your friends and family. Your wedding day if far too important to cut corners!

Don't stress, it'll all work out in the end!

Use your musical choices to create an ambiance of love and emotion on your special day.

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