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April 20, 2024
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DJ or band: know which one to choose to liven up your wedding

A wedding party is always an event that begins to be planned well in advance so that everything works perfectly on the big day. Regardless of your budget and the day of your party, the date deserves to be celebrated by the closing and beginning of a new cycle.

For couples who choose to have a party, ballad style, many decisions must be made and music becomes a point of indecision, as it is a key factor to ensure the liveliness of the event and make the guests happy.

At this point, it is common to doubt whether to choose a DJ or a band to liven up the party.

To make the choice of event suppliers, it is essential to keep in mind the style of party that will be adopted as well as the whole atmosphere of the event.

DJ or band?

Check out the differences below, as well as the pros and cons, which should be considered when choosing between a DJ or band, or even both. Learn the reasons for choosing one or the other, including an average value of each, counting on the tips of the advisor, Andreia Carvalho Souza, who has in her curriculum planning more than 100 weddings.

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DJ

It is now very common for DJs to be responsible for the animation of wedding parties, as this may be a more economical option to conduct the dance floor. Check out the pros and cons of this option below.

Pros:

Playing the original songs: The most common is for DJs to play the music in its original version without major intervention or even a mix of rhythms during the song.
Possibility to choose the repertoire: At the meeting with the supplier, it is always possible to convey the idea of what the couple wants in their event, as Andreia confirms:? of musical styles they don't like?
DJs specializing in a specific music style: For engaged electronic music fans, you can find specialized DJs, such as those who play in nightclubs, for example. These professionals often repeat the repertoire that is practiced at events, and the advisor gives the hint: "So the ideal is to analyze the work of the DJ before hiring."

Cons:

The DJ often doesn't make ads: During the wedding party, it is often necessary to make announcements, such as the entry of the bride and groom into the party room. Often DJs are not prepared to run these ads, but this detail can easily be circumvented by hiring a competent ceremonialist who will perform the ads.
Do not interact with guests: The DJ usually does not attract the attention of the guests to the dance floor during the party. As the ceremonialist adds: The DJ only performs the songs on a schedule or according to what he understands that works best to make the party lively. So, isn't there that person who plays and attracts attention like bands do?

Band

The band is always the most traditional and well-known option for a wedding party and are most likely to ensure the party's excitement. Below you will find points that should be considered before deciding who will be responsible for animating your party.

Pros:

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Interaction with guests: This feature is undoubtedly the biggest bonus of hiring a band, as Andreia confirms: "They can get people to follow certain jokes, call the hosts to the stage, which makes the party more interactive." It is also common for bands to invite friends of the couple to the stage and sing a special and lively selection of songs.
Some member can serve as a master of ceremonies: usually the band's vocalist can greatly assist in the ceremonial progress. For example, announcing the entry of the bride and groom in the salon, as well as announcing the moment expected by the single, the moment of the bouquet.
You can choose a specific music style: If the couple has a specific musical taste, it is possible to find a band that exclusively plays a style. As a major example, it is possible to hire backland duos, samba schools or even bands focused on a specific time, such as the 1960s.

Cons:

Own repertoire: "The bands have their own repertoire, because they depend on rehearsals and play what they study to perform, not meeting the customers' requests", points out the events advisor.Thus, the most demanding customers may end up disappointed, missing some songs that are outside the band's repertoire.
Require more room space: Due to the presence of the members and many equipments, the band demands a bigger space inside the hall, as well as the assembly of a stage. Thus, the need is created that the space of the party to hold this stage without compromising the setting of the tables.
Highest investment: The band usually has several members, and often also includes dancers. In addition to this factor, there is also greater cargo transportation of musical equipment and instruments, which undoubtedly makes hiring the band a little more expensive than the DJ.

Band + DJ: is it worth it?

?Yes!! Is it really worth it? The event advisor is categorical in response. She also explains the main reason for choosing both options: • The band usually has a number of show hours and when the hosts and guests are very excited, they may want to extend it a little further. And that's where the DJ comes in, making the party go on ?.

As for the values, they can vary greatly. Since the value of the band can go from 3 to 20 thousand reais, and the DJ can be from 1,500 to 10 reais. Importantly, these values vary according to the? Recognition? and popularity of each, as both the most well-known band and DJ will charge more.

But most of all, when choosing the animation of your party you should keep in mind the style of your party and your guests, as well as your available budget. Remembering that it is always possible to find suppliers according to your pocket, and have a lively party, with the couple's face.