Consider the style of your wedding and reception. Do you want to include a DJ, live band or soloist? Make sure they are experienced and professional. Ask that they provide references and a cd or video of their performance.

The entertainment should be able to provide back up equipment, a copy of their insurance, a written contract specifying the details and a rate sheet.

Music Checklist:

__Determine if you will hire a band, DJ or soloist.
__Check reception site for any music restrictions.
__Will special effects be provided ? Put in contract.
__Sign contract and pay deposit.
__Confirm with entertainment. date, time and locations.
__Are there any special needs to coordinate with the reception site?
__Select music.
__Coordinate sequence of events with the entertainment.
__Will they act as master of ceremonies?
__Pay balance.
__Music Selections to consider
__Prelude selections
__Processional
__Solo's
__ background music
__Recessional
__Receiving line selections
__Bride & Groom's arrival at reception
__First Dance
__Cake-cutting
__Dance Music
__Tossing the bouquet
__Throwing the garter
__Last Dance