Our Wedding music tips

Arranging your wedding music should be high priority once you have your date and venues confirmed. Popular musicians, bands and DJs can be booked up to a year or more ahead.

Try to hear your musicians or DJ before you book. Ask them for details of when they will be performing next so you can arrange to see and hear them in action.

Don't make a decision based on price alone - after all the cheapest Band may not be the best.

Let your reception venue know what type of entertainment you will be having, since some venues only allow live music.

If you are having both a live band and a DJ, make sure there is sufficient room at your venue for both to set up and perform. Also find out what sort of lighting and effect, if any, will be supplied by your band and DJ in case you need to make additional arrangements for space and power supplies.

Let your band know well in advance of your first dance and of any special requests you have in case they need to rehearse.

Talk to your musicians and/or DJ well beforehand and let them know what you have in mind for your wedding and what you expect from them. After all, it's your party!

Always confirm your booking in writing and get a receipt for your deposit.

Give your musicians or DJ directions and a map showing your venue. You don't want them arriving late or at the wrong place!

& DON'T FORGET TO ENJOY YOURSELF!!