In general, wedding bands have fixed set lists but are happy to add a few songs you request to personalise your special day. That song which means so much to the bride and groom as it holds special memories of a first meeting because it was playing in the background when the marriage proposal was made.
It’s that theme for your first dance in front of family and friends at the reception. You've probably selected them from among other wedding music bands UK because you liked the look of their set in their publicity video, their overall presentation and abilities and the versatility to say ‘yes’ to all your musical needs on your big day.
Best wedding music bands UK
The best wedding music bands UK out there should have repertoire diversity and not work to a rigid set. They should be able to play and sing you and your guests’ requests - within reason of course. The more popular and well-known numbers which were hits in the past half century. Of course, prices for booking wedding music bands UK can vary. Some bands get by with a ‘one price fits all’ philosophy while others craft each quote specifically to the exact details provided by the hosts.
Cost of hiring a band
The overall cost of hiring a wedding band is usually factored by the following:
- How many musicians required
- Distance travelled by the band to the wedding venue
- The amount of music and playing time needed
- The band’s time actually spent at the venue
- Notice period required from the time of booking to the actual wedding date
- National holidays and special dates - such as Christmas and New Year periods and say on or around Valentine’s Day will boost the bill
- Total equipment required for best amplification
- How popular and in demand the band is, and finally
- Their musical competence - amateur, semi-professional or professional