Month: March 2023

Even for seasoned professionals, taking on the role of wedding planner can be a stressful process. If you want to do things yourself, it never hurts to go above and beyond to make sure your wedding day runs smoothly.

While managing unrecorded music, it’s smart to make sure that your scene can oblige a Function Band London band and has the fundamental permit and assets to make things work from the offset.

Does the license for your venue permit live music

The obvious first question: does your venue even permit live music? Many venues simply aren’t allowed to host live music as part of their license agreement due to noise pollution, upset neighbors, and stricter laws. Having said that, this usually only applies to amplified live music. Even if you’ve already chosen your dream wedding venue, you might still want to consider unplugged acoustic acts, string quartets, or even a quirky gypsy jazz band in the corner.

Is there a sound limiter at the wedding venue? These days, sound limiters are all the rage; Since those annoying musicians seem to be turning up the volume at every possible angle, sound limiters have become a necessity for venues. However, what exactly is a sound limiter and how do they function?

A sound limiter is a little gadget that recognizes the volume of the room via a connected mouthpiece. The power source will be automatically cut if the volume exceeds the limit for more than a few seconds, much to the dismay of the musicians and guests!

Depending on the circumstances of the venue, sound limiters are typically set between 85 and 105 decibels. Nowadays, the majority of professional party bands are used to using sound limiters; however, some bands have a limit on the volume they are comfortable with and simply won’t play below that level; this is because a power outage can potentially damage valve amplifiers and have a negative impact on their sound.

Do you already have a PA system in place

If your venue has its own built-in sound system, you will need to run the PA specification by your preferred band to ensure that everything is in working order. The band’s technical specifications may also be requested by your venue to verify suitability.

You will need to determine whether the band is required to use the venue’s own PA or if this is purely optional. If this is the case, the venue might also ask you to hire their own in-house sound engineer with experience working with the system to make sure everything runs smoothly—and they might even charge you for doing so.

It would be a terrible shame to miss out on live music entirely because your venue is too small, as Apollo Music band London live bands are becoming increasingly popular.

Even though not all wedding and event venues have enough space for a full-on live band with drums, lights, and other gizmos, your evening reception should not suffer. We collaborate with a wide range of live wedding and corporate acts who promise to excite audiences in the same way that a party band would.

Duos with Backing Tracks

Gone are the days of low-quality MIDI backing tracks with synthesised brass and Casio drum samples from the 1990s. Now that recording technology is at every musician’s fingertips, you can find duos that have a sound that rivals any band without taking up half the venue!

Unplugged Bands and Roaming Bands If you’re having a small wedding and don’t need amplification, you should try one of our small roaming bands. These bands are great for mingling with guests and getting the mood going.

Bands like JJ & The Beatniks, who use their cutting-edge wireless setup and portable battery-powered PA system, take things a step further by offering a wireless and portable solution. A revolution for small-venue live music!

Hire a solo singer with backing tracks if space is a real problem and there isn’t enough room for anything else but a DJ. This might be the solution. We represent a number of highly skilled wedding and event singers who perform songs from all eras.

Acoustic Duos Using Loop Pedals

When used creatively, gadgets and gizmos can really make an acoustic duo stand out and produce a much fuller sound that is ideal for a smaller, more intimate setting. The band is able to build layers on top of each other quickly using a loop pedal, which ultimately results in a bigger sound—think Ed Sheeran!

Acoustic Groups: Recruiting an acoustic band will give all the delights and excites of having a live band without occupying a lot of room. Having a Cajon for percussion rather than a total drum pack saves space yet at the same time gives a beat and mood to get visitors moving.

Jazz Trios: When it comes to hiring a jazz trio, you have a lot of options: Depending on the kind of event you’re planning, you can use only instrumentals or sing. Some cover contemporary songs in a jazz style, which might appeal to a younger audience; either way, they make a great addition to a chic dinner or launch party.