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more players. That adds up to more
out-of-pocket expenses.
• Length of the wedding: Most
receptions last in the neighbourhood
of four hours, which can be a long
time for a band to keep up a full head
of steam. They may supplement
with pre-recorded music during
breaks.
If you know your reception might
run longer than that, perhaps a DJ is
the way to go.
• Size of the reception hall: Many
times the size of the reception hall
can help make the decision of a band
versus DJ easier for you. Some
reception halls aren't quite big
enough to hold a band and a dance
floor. Such halls may also restrict the
type of music that can be played as
well.
• Atmosphere: The degree of for-
mality of a wedding can also dictate
which way to go.
If you're getting married a little
later in life and your guest list is
older, then a band is likely the way
to go.
But if you're getting married in
your 20s and your guest list is made
up mostly of people of a similar age,
then a DJ can be a more fun and suit-
able option for you and your
guests.
• Talk to the DJ/bandleader: A
good DJ or bandleader can be the
emcee of a reception. On the other
end of the spectrum, a less-than-per-
sonable DJ or bandleader can bring
down the mood of what is supposed
to be a fun night.
Interview a DJ about his music
selection and his overall attitude dur-
ing a performance.
To see what a bandleader might be
like, ask him about his schedule and
try to catch his band's performance
at another wedding.
You can also ask married friends
about bands or DJs they might have
used.
• Decide early on: The type of
music will likely have to be one of
the first decisions you make with
regards to your wedding. This is
thanks to talented bands or DJs
being in high demand come wedding
season.
Oftentimes, a DJ or a band will
have their schedule booked at least a
year in advance, meaning you need
to know far ahead of time which
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Every couple wants their wedding
to be perfect. From choosing the
right wedding dress to making the
guests comfortable to picking the
right menu at the reception, choices
have to be made at seemingly every
turn.
And music for your wedding is no
exception. This decision essentially
comes down to choosing a DJ or a
band for the wedding reception.
Both a DJ and a band come with
their advantages and disadvantages.
To help you make a more
informed decision, here are some
things to consider:
• Price: If you're worried about
how to afford the music, you might
want to go with a DJ. DJs are almost
always less expensive than a live
band.
Plus, with a DJ, you'll only need
to provide a courtesy meal for one or
two people. A band can have five or
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