How to Choose Between a Band and a DJ for Your Wedding

Choosing between a band and a DJ for a wedding can be a difficult decision. Consider the type of mood you want to set for your wedding reception and whether the music should be in the background or a main focus of the event.

• Decide the mood you wish to set at your wedding reception. Do you intend to have music play a major part in the event, or will it be more of a background feature of the reception?


• Determine if you want to have certain songs played at the wedding reception and whether a live band can play them or if you would rather have a DJ play them.


• Decide if you want certain musical artists to be played at the reception; can they be played effectively by the band, or would a DJ be more appropriate?


• Determine your budget for music and entertainment at the reception; is a live band in the budget or would a DJ be more cost effective for your needs?


• Consider where the wedding reception is taking place. Is there enough room for a live band, or would a DJ be more appropriate?


• Determine if you want to have music played at the wedding ceremony as well as the reception; would a live band be appropriate for providing the music for the wedding ceremony?


• Consider the venue for the reception and find out if a live band or a DJ is permitted.


• Choose whether you intend to have dancing at the reception. If you want a variety of different dance songs a DJ may be best.