Band or DJ? Pros and Cons

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).

DISK JOCKEY Pros:

A DJ comes with a choice of hundreds of songs. Therefore, the DJ can play songs to cater to the varying tastes of several generations.
They will often cost much less than a band.
While the music is playing, the DJ can get out on the dance floor and rev up the guests.
Your special dances will be played exactly like you’ve heard them before.
There is no reason to have a break in the music.

DISK JOCKEY Cons: