Q&A with Event Specialist Amanda
“You’re not in this alone and I want to make the planning process as easy for you as possible.”
Photo courtesy of SpeechLess Music
Meet Amanda, our resident Event Specialist. She works with our couples and clients to create the best day possible. With a keen eye for detail, and years of experience behind her, Amanda is amazing at managing logistics and pre-event nerves.
“When in doubt, ask!”
Q: Do I need a microphone at my ceremony?
A: Consider having a microphone at the ceremony for your officiant and anyone else involved.
Your wedding is such a special day, it’d be a shame if your guests couldn’t hear what was being said during the ceremony! I recommend microphones for every outdoor ceremony and any indoor ceremony with 100 guests or more. Check with your venue and officiant to see if they provide their own PA system. If they don’t, consider renting a microphone and speaker from one of your other vendors.
Photo courtesy of Meredith Jane Photography
Q: Should I have a DJ or a singer at my cocktail hour?
A: Opt for instrumental music rather than songs with lyrics/vocalists.
The cocktail hour is when your guests socialize. Ever been to a bar where the band is too loud and you can’t talk? Unlike reception where you want people to dance, the music during cocktail hour should be in the background. Instrumental music, such jazz or string ensembles, provides that perfect balance of ambience and entertainment.
Q: When should my formalities happen?
A: Front load the formalities at the beginning of your reception.
I recommend having all formal dances and toasts take place within the first hour or so of the reception (minus the cake of course). This way, when the floor opens, the pressure is off and you’re free to dance the night away!
Photo courtesy of Kataram Studios Photography
Photo courtesy of Kataram Studios Photography
Photo courtesy of Kataram Studios Photography
Q: Sometimes I’m just not sure what I want!
A: When in doubt, ask away! I’ve seen it all and I’m happy to answer any questions.
You’re not in this alone and I want to make the planning process as easy for you as possible. Not sure which song would sound best on violin? Send me the songs you’re considering and I’ll work with our musical director to provide expertise. Not sure when to have your cake cutting? Based on the flow of your event and our experience at past events, I can make some recommendations. I’m here to help your celebration come to life.
Get to Know Amanda
My musical influences are…
Yehudi Menuhin, Frank Zappa, Jean-Luc Ponty
When I’m not at SpeechLess I’m…
Teaching violin, running, or reading Harry Potter
I like my coffee…
Black
The song I sing in the car is…
Anything by Ke$ha!
Contact Amanda at planning@speechlessmusic.com
For general inquiries and booking questions contact Madeline at booking@speechlessmusic.com
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