Done right, summer parties can be a ton of fun—casual and carefree in a way that other get-togethers (like your formal family Christmas party) can’t pull off. You just have to set the stage right.
These seven tips will…
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November 17, 2017
November 13, 2017
5 Ways to Kill an Otherwise Great Party
(Don't Make These 5 Mistakes!)
Party planning can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The most important thing on any host’s to-do list should be simply to make sure your guests have a…
November 10, 2017
Throwing an awesome party can be stressful. There are so many different things to consider, from the guest list to the party entertainment hire to the…
November 6, 2017
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue isn’t the only wedding tradition out there. If you’re planning your big day, chances are you’ve begun to realize that everyone, from wedding magazines to your Great Aunt Kathy, is telling you all the…
November 3, 2017
There’s a lot to stress over when it comes to planning your big day -- so many decisions to make, so many moving parts to coordinate. It can make even the most organized person start to panic.
Fortunately, there are plenty of things you don’t need to worry about when it…
October 27, 2017
You’ve likely got lots of questions when it comes to planning your wedding. (Like “What on earth is a toasting flute, and why do I need it?”)
But etiquette questions are some of the…
October 23, 2017
Weddings can be pricey affairs, especially when it comes to what the bride and groom will be wearing.
This is your big day—all eyes will be on you, and you’ll be looking at your…
October 20, 2017
Planning a wedding is a tall order. There are a million moving parts to keep track of, and it can be easy to get overwhelmed. But don’t stress — we’ve put together this handy checklist to help you stay on top of everything and (more…
October 16, 2017
Let’s be honest: A wedding is one of the most expensive events you’ll probably ever pay for. With sites like Huffington Post and TheKnot.com reporting the average wedding in the U.S. costs around $28,000, your big day…
October 13, 2017
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You’re ready to go all out.
Maybe you’re throwing the family reunion that will finally unite four generations from across the country. Maybe…
October 9, 2017
You’ve dreamed about this moment since you were little. (Or at least, since you got engaged.) It’s your big day...one of the happiest days of your life...a day you’ll always remember. And there are plenty of ways it could go totally, completely wrong.
Luckily, the biggest of…
October 6, 2017
If you’re deep in the throes of wedding planning, chances are you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed. From exhaustive wedding site checklists to wedding magazine articles obsessing over the tiniest details, the sheer volume of things you’re “supposed” to have can feel…
October 2, 2017
Music plays such an important role in your big day. From the moment your guests arrive at your ceremony to the moment everyone says their goodbyes at the end of the reception, it sets the mood and determines whether your wedding will be a hit or a miss…
September 29, 2017
Your wedding reception is your chance to loosen up, let go of all the stress of wedding planning and just have a great time with your guests. And nothing can get the party going—or stop the party dead in its tracks—like the dance portion of the evening.
…
September 25, 2017
Think you know bagpipes? Think again!
That melodious instrument, which summons to mind visions of tartan-clad Scotts on wind-blown highlands,…
September 22, 2017
Music can make or a break a wedding.
As much as you may be agonizing now over things like cummerbund colors and centerpieces, when your guests go home at the end of the night, the biggest things they’ll remember…
September 18, 2017
Nothing can wreck a wedding more thoroughly than truly terrible reception music.
We’ve all been there — sitting silently at our assigned tables, feigning interest in the centerpieces, while a nearly empty dance floor reigns supreme…
September 15, 2017
You want to throw a wedding that everyone will remember. And you know that a rockin' reception hinges on having an amazing musical band, or a fantastic DJ who can keep the crowd moving.
But you've also got a limited budget. How can you afford to have wedding music that people…
September 11, 2017
As much as you may be agonizing over napkin colors and invite fonts now, there are really only three things your guests will remember about your big day: the dress, the food, and the music. Focus on making these things amazing, and it won’t matter if the flower girl…
September 8, 2017
This is part three of a series of questions and answers regarding live Atlanta wedding bands.…
September 4, 2017
This is part two of a series of questions and answers regarding live music wedding entertainment.
Your company represents many different musicians and performers... How does a girl choose which is the best option for me?
I am proud to represent professional journeymen including: Classical String and Guitar players…
September 1, 2017
History of the Cello
(And Why You Might Want One at Your Wedding or Corporate Party)
You've probably seen cellos at concerts that you've attended. The cello is a popular string…
August 28, 2017
Why Do People Play "Here Comes the Bride" at Weddings?
It's common to hear the song "Here Comes the Bride" at weddings. Generally, either a live band or a prerecorded audio soundtrack will play this song when a woman walks down the aisle. But how did this tradition start? Where does this come from? "Here Comes the Bride" is technically called the "Bridal Chorus." It was written in 1850 as part of an opera called Lohengrin, composed…
August 25, 2017
Q. Describe the energy a live musician/band brings to wedding receptions?
A: Passion in the…
August 21, 2017
Raise your hand if you've seen the following:
- A painting of a heavenly angel, playing the harp
- The harp logo on a can of Guinness beer
- A drawing of a harp on a school logo, sport team's jersey or a country's coat-of-arms
All of these are prevalent. And I'm…