If you’ve been dreaming of your perfect wedding, you’ll know that choosing the entertainment for the day can be tricky. What type of music do you want at your event, who should coordinate everything, and how should they set up? This is why we’ve put together this post to highlight one of the most important aspects to consider when planning your special day: the band!
Book More Than Six Months Early to Guarantee Your Band
We suggest at least six months to a year in advance because this is when many bands start accepting bookings, as they have an established schedule. You may not know exactly when your wedding will be held, but booking your entertainment early gives you the luxury of choosing a band ahead of time, rather than having to choose one last minute.
As Soon As You Decide What Kind of Wedding Band You Want in Advance
And where you want it to play. Your event details (venue, date, and time) can help the band’s agent get booked early. The more information you give them and the earlier you put in your request, the better their chance of securing bookings.
Book Your Wedding Band Earlier to Secure a Discount
Some companies will offer great discounts for early bookings, especially if a wedding is scheduled far enough in advance. Another reason to do this is that some bands have limited availability, so the earlier you book them, the better your chance of securing their services.
Earlier to Avoid Inconveniences
Cancellation costs are expensive, especially if you’ve already paid in full. If the band cancels at the last minute, they’ll most likely charge you their cancellation fee (usually around 30% of the first deposit). This is a lot of money to lose if it happens on your wedding day. Because of this, finding a band early allows you to save yourself from having to pay this fee, and it also gives you more time to search for another band that might be open for booking.
Earlier to Gain Insight Into the Band You Want
Booking early allows you to ask more questions about the band playing at your wedding to learn more about them and how they play and perform. Many bands also provide videos on YouTube that demonstrate their style of music as well as what they’ll be playing at your wedding.
Earlier to Save Yourself From Last-Minute Confusion
If you choose to book your wedding band last minute, the chances are high that you might have to choose a band on short notice. This can be quite stressful and frustrating because all you want to do is worry about other aspects of your wedding. By booking early, you give yourself enough time to avoid any last-minute hassles.
Earlier to See Your “Must Book” Bands
There are bands that you have to book because they’re “must book” bands for your wedding. These are the bands your guests will ask if you booked, so booking them early will make all your guests happy!
Remember that every aspect of a wedding is a delicate balance between price, quality, and timing, and these are no different. If you want to book musicians without putting extra pressure on yourself, it’s best to book them early.
