You've said the vows, bought the food and taken the photos, now, it's time to party. Choosing the perfect form of entertainment will make or break your event. The music will set the mood and needs to be just right. Some people opt to hire a DJ and others look for wedding bands Baton Rouge, there are many advantages and disadvantages for both. Make sure you choose the right one for you.

A live act is fun and entertaining in any setting. It has a knack for making the crowd energetic and thoroughly encourages dancing. The musicians feed off the crowd's energy and can change the tempo or style of music to accommodate them. If you have a theme, you can find someone to complement it and this will create a truly unique element to your reception

In contrast, hiring live music is potentially expensive. A band that is genre specific, often finds it hard to play different kinds of music. This may prevent some guests from enjoying themselves more. Furthermore, you may end up choosing an act that is not ideal for your specific venue; they may ultimately be too loud or really difficult to hear.

The good thing about hiring a DJ is they have a large range of music to choose from. You can have the original version of your favorite tunes playing instead of interpretations that may be vague and uncomfortable. It's much easier to line up songs and so you won't have any breaks in the music.

However, you should make sure they have enough music. Their library must be wide and varied. You definitely do not want to dance to the same songs all night. The DJ must be very professional and not get too bored. They should remain upbeat and have their eye on the ball. Find someone who enjoys doing this kind of work.

With either choice, you must ideally, see them play somewhere. This helps you judge whether they are an ideal fit for you or not. When searching for musicians, ask them a few questions first before choosing them. What experience do they have playing weddings? Do they have contactable references? What equipment they will bring with them? This makes your search easier and lets you know how much you will have to pay for extras such as microphones.

When you have chosen your musicians you must sign a contract. This will safeguard you against any drama on the day. The contract must outline the remuneration, a list of any extra equipment they might need, the work hours and the amount of breaks required. You must be clear about the terms and conditions as well as agree on a cancellation policy.

Whether you opt to look for wedding bands Baton Rouge or DJ, make sure they are typically do weddings. It's important that they are aware of the time constraints at these types of events. They should be ready to accommodate you in this regard. The last thing you want on your hands is dealing with moody musicians. What you want is to see your guests having a great time.