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High Class on a Budget? Affording Live Music at Your Wedding:

10/29/2016

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It isn't difficult to automatically expect to be paying large sums of money for a classy wedding. From event management and venues, to catering, clothing, florals, the prices keep adding up. By the time you come around to planning on music, you could be tempted to find the first, least expensive option that comes your way.

It is hard for us to convince you otherwise- we get it, live musicians come at a price. There are 3 or 5 of us depending on the event, we have to account for upkeep of instruments, buying new music, insurance, travel fees...it adds up. Here is where some advanced planning and budgeting comes in well, and can allow you to afford the best live music in San Diego for your wedding or event.

Typically, our group has a two hour minimum for these events. That is just enough time for us to play while guests are seated, perform the wedding processional and recessional, and move over to play for a cocktail hour or so. Two hours will run between $600-$1000 for local events, and upfront all at once that cost can break a bank. Instead, consider doing the following:
  • Register for us on your wedding website. YES- you can do that! If you think maybe a family member or group of friends might get together and pay for live entertainment, this is a viable option. Amazon's wedding registry allows you to register for any number of products that are not in their inventory, we can create a custom link for you to share with the registry and see how your guests can help support your ceremony.
  • Work out an installment plan. YES- we will do that. Our most important goal is to make sure your event is as hassle free as possible, if it helps you to pay over 3-12 months, we can set up an installment plan and work with you on it. No problem for us.
  • Just like in days of old, we can sometimes even barter for part of our fees, YES- we can do that! If you are part of a company that hires for other commercial events, plans weddings, or has any connection in working with us in the future, we certainly can work with you. Similarly, if you are also an event vendor, we will offer industry discounts, just let us know what you do!
There are many other ways to get what you want at your wedding, and we are here to provide that high class, fun music you deserve. Let us know how we can help in any way possible- ultimately, we will do what we can to gain your trust, business, and referrals!
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4/19/2022 08:26:17 am

Great Article! Thank you for sharing this very informative post. I'm looking forward to the latest one.

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