Two objections come up again and again when couples are weighing up a band, so let's deal with them directly.

"Bands are more expensive." Sometimes true, sometimes not — it depends heavily on the band's size, setup and what's included. A band that brings its own full PA and lighting rig, for instance, can actually save you money elsewhere, because you're not separately hiring sound and lighting equipment for the room.

"Bands need more space and take longer to set up." This used to be a fair concern, but it's less true than people assume, especially with smaller, well-drilled line-ups. A tight 3-piece band with a professional, compact setup can fit into most function rooms and marquees without needing a stage the size of a festival.

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