So you’ve chosen the venue, invited the guests, hired caterers and bartenders, and thought through decor. The only thing left to do is find the right music. Whether you are wanting a DJ, band, or just creating a playlist, music is a huge reason for making an event memorable. There are some basic questions you can ask to better define what type of music you should choose:
What is the average age of your guest?
Will the music be the main focus of the event or in the background?
Do you want people to dance and sing?
Pairing the right music with your event can be the hardest component of party planning because you want to please everybody. Everyone likes different music, so don’t waste your time asking the guests what they might want to hear. It will leave you more stressed than before. Focus on the quality of music rather than the genre and you will win every time.
Think of pairing music with your event like you would pair sauvignon blanc with tilapia — they compliment each other! Here are four examples of events paired well with music.
Evening rooftop event: Pop, Indie, Rock
You can get creative with the genre for an outdoor event with a view. People will likely be drinking, mingling, and happy. Work is over for the day and guests get to unwind. Looking for something more upbeat is a good idea if people want to dance. And if you can, go for a local band with new music.
Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes
Formal dinner: Jazz
At an event where the music may not be the main focus, jazz or slower music works well. Multiple instruments fill the room and keep it from being too quiet, while allowing people to still talk to one another.
Snarky Puppy & Chantae Cann
Backyard Barbeque: Country
It’s likely summer, there’s lots of food, maybe even a pool? Country music is perfect for a BBQ. What’s more American than grilling meats and drinking beer? Country music.
Adam Wakefield
Business Launch Party: Cool Covers
You’re launching a new product or opening your brick and mortar so you’ve got to have a launch party! Maybe you’re giving away samples or demoing your product to new customers, there will be lots going on. The music probably won’t be the focus, but it is important to have sounds that people are familiar with so they can associate your brand with something they enjoy. Try an act that play covers of popular songs but puts their own twist on the tunes.
Carl Wockner
Interested in these bands in particular? Well you’re in luck! You can book any of these acts on www.evamore.co for your next party.
