It can be very overwhelming to plan a wedding. There are so many things to consider, and your music can be one of the most important. The music you choose will set the mood of the day, so be sure to choose it carefully. When looking at options, 3 things to know about a wedding musicians company are what style they play, how much they charge for their services, and whether or not they do requests.

Just like everything else at your wedding, the music is up to you. You can choose from countless options of musicians, bands, DJs, or anything else you can think of. Be sure to consider important factors like how much space you have, how loud you can have music, and what kind of music your guests will like the best.

It can be hard to decide on a genre of music. Most people like to have soft or acoustic music for the ceremony, jazz or easy listening for dinner and pop or rock hits for dancing. Whatever genre you like, try to go with something that is not too loud, obscene or offensive.

There are many different options for music, and therefore many different rates apply. As a general rule, the more musicians you hire, the more it will cost. Most bands base their rates on how long they need to play for and how many guests are at the event.

If you expect to hand pick a lot of the songs for the wedding, you need to make sure your musicians can accommodate your requests. Many bands work from prepackaged song lists, so be aware that special requests could cost you an additional fee.

There are many resources for wedding musicians companies online. Look around to find more information about musicians in your area that may be a good fit for your wedding.

I would highly recommend the Reel Ting Band. They performed at my Wedding @ the Lost Tree Club in North Palm Beach Florida on June 27^th 2009. They played at the Cocktail hour and @ the Wedding Reception. We danced all night. They played all the songs we requested, and even added a extra set of music featuring  Michael Jackson songs, and they played my favorite song “ Brick House”.

Mike Jorgensen and Ashley Frederickson Wedding

June 27^th 2009

Lost Tree Club

North Palm Beach, Florida

On November 19^th 2009 the Reel Ting Steel Drum Band recorded at the Daniel Lumbardi Recording Studio located in North Palm Beach Florida. The band re-recorded Pachelbel’s famous wedding classic Canon in D on their steel drums.

The Reel Ting recording of Canon in D was “fabulous” stated Daniel Lumbardi, Berklee College of Music School Engineer. The recording is in the final mix stages and will be available for purchase late December 2009.

On January 16^th 2010 the Reel Ting Steel Drum Band travels to the city of Key West to perform its Caribbean Music for the Perz Wedding. The wedding event will feature a true tropical flair with steel drum performing at the wedding ceremony, then a full dance band for the reception .The band will be performing its recently recorded wedding classic on Steel Pans, Pachelbel’s Canon in D.

Built in 1896, the Southernmost House is a superb architectural site that offers a historical museum and 13 guest rooms that are open to the public. Visitors feel enveloped in the rich history of the house which was at one time a Cuban nightclub. Browsing through the museum, you’ll be treated to many Presidential artifacts including signatures of William Henry Harrison and President Johnson. On display is also a collection of personal writings of Ernest Hemingway, including letters he wrote to friends and relatives. There’s also an exhibit of artifacts and treasure that was salvaged by Whitey Keevan from the shipwreck of a Spanish galleon.

Wedding player Reel Ting Steel Drum Band a hit at the House of Refuge.

On November 14^th 2009 the Reel Ting Steel Drum Island Band traveled northbound for a historic wedding event featured at the House of Refuge Museum located in Stuart Florida. Lisa Newman the Refuge Manager was on hand to host this special event.

The festivities started off with a beach wedding ceremony featuring two tenor steel drums and a percussionist. As the bride walked towards the Atlantic Ocean to meet her new husband the band preformed the wedding classic “Cannon in D” and “Island in the Sun.”

Afterwards the band performed at the cocktail hour and the wedding reception. Lisa Newman, Refuge Manager stated, “This was the best band that has ever performed here. In fact I have recommended them for two additional weddings. They were on time, professional, and very accommodating.”

To book Reel Ting for YOUR local wedding, call George Pollis at 561-215-7596.

Before you say, “I do” – book Reel Ting as your wedding reception musicians. From the Florida Keys through the Treasure Coast, brides and grooms are always looking for the perfect wedding musicians company to add the perfect touch to their big day.

Forget about boring bands, obnoxious DJ’s, and canned music – Reel Ting plays your favorites and gives your reception the fun and memorable touch only a live wedding entertainer can bring. Local wedding planners recommend Reel Ting because they know everyone will be happy.

Steel band music creates an easy, tropical island feel that makes people want to smile, dance, and have fun. Reel Ting has played at some of the most prestigious weddings, corporate events, and concerts in South Florida, and is known for bringing the level of enjoyment up a notch wherever they play.

This steel wedding band can customize their song list to include all your favorites, adding in a little island zing to get your guests up out of their seats and onto the dance floor. The perfect mix of Caribbean and American music, it’s no wonder Reel Ting is the band for every wedding – local to the Treasure Coast or anywhere in South Florida.

If you’re getting married in Florida, give a listen to Reel Ting, and then give us a call. We’re the wedding player wedding planners love, because everyone raves about how much fun the reception was – just what you want your wedding remembered for… the one where they had fun!

Book Reel Ting, the Steel Drum Band everyone loves.

For more information about Reel Ting or to schedule bookings, call George Pollis at (561) 215-7596 or send an email to george@reelting.com