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Band or DJ?
Having trouble deciding on the type of entertainment you want at your wedding reception? Below is a list of the pros and cons of each choice so you can weigh what elements matter to you most: 

BAND Pros:

Nothing compares to live music in terms of sound quality.

You can choose a band based on your own tastes, and the music will be what you and your spouse like.

Live music can be more exciting and can get the crowd more involved.

A band can vary the speed of the songs, depending on the mood of your guests and the atmosphere you wish to create.

Different instrumental or vocal solos can also be played throughout the evening.

BAND Cons:

There are limited songs a band can play.

The songs never sound the same as the original recordings.

If the musicians need to take a break, the music stops as well.

Bands can sometimes cost several thousand dollars more than a DJ.

It can seem more like a concert instead of an accent to your reception.  (Sometimes bands like to play loud – even if you ask them to keep the volume at a reasonable level).

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