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Ceremony singers, bands and DJs: how Irish wedding music fits together

Most Irish weddings use three separate music suppliers. Here is how the day splits and how to avoid paying twice for the same hour.

Three slots, three suppliers

Ceremony music, drinks reception, and the evening band plus DJ. Many bands provide a DJ for after their set, which is usually cheaper than booking separately.

Check the venue's sound limits

Some venues have decibel limiters or hard finish times. Confirm this before you book a ten-piece band, and share the venue contact with your band so they can check load-in and power.

Real listings to compare next

These examples come from the live directory database, so couples can move from advice into actual Irish venues and suppliers.

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