If you’re planning your own wedding entertainment, there’s certainly plenty to choose from and one of the most cost-effective and memorable options available to you is to hire a wedding singer.
One of the main benefits of hiring a wedding singer is that you get a great deal of choice and flexibility due to each individual vocalist having their own sound and of course their own genre. The possibilities are truly endless and you can be sure that you will find the perfect wedding singer to suit her tastes and give your wedding reception the perfect atmosphere.
But where do you start when looking for a wedding singer?
One of the best ways to find a singer to perform at your wedding is to use an online entertainment directory so you can save yourself a lot of time and potentially money too. Many entertainment directories will have their own categories dedicated to singers, with plenty of sub-categories too! To give you some inspiration, let’s take a look at the different types of singers you might want to hire:
female singers
Choosing a female singer to perform at your wedding reception gives you a huge selection of voices and styles to choose from. Some female singers will deliver dramatic performances and big voices in the style of Cher, Whitney Houston and more. Or you could go for someone with a modern twist! Female singers are one of the most popular choices for wedding entertainment and you can reserve them for just about any part of your big day!
male singers
Male singers also offer a wide variety of genres and singing styles and, with the popularity of male vocalists like Michael Bublé, they are an extremely popular choice with weddings. Imagine your first dance to a crooner-style song, or if you want something a little heavy, choose a male singer with a rock background. There is a large selection of male singers available to hire and, like the female singers, they are also suitable for any part of your wedding, from the ceremony to the evening reception.
carol singers
Is your wedding for Christmas? Why not make it even more festive and reserve Carol Singers for your big day? Perfect for a drinks reception, or perhaps a wedding breakfast, Carol Singers will use their vocal talents to sing popular Christmas songs. Some of your guests may join too! We can’t think of a better musical entertainment option for a December wedding than this!
guitar singers
There are a lot of guitar singers who are on the charts right now, like Ed Sheeran and classic Bruce Springsteen. This has seen an increase in this type of booking for wedding receptions as they offer quite a bit of versatility. From a beautiful first dance ballad to more upbeat, rock-inspired performances, Guitar Singers can easily get your wedding guests on the dance floor! They need very little space to function, which makes them perfect for smaller, more intimate weddings as well.
Pianist / Singers
Did you know that most pianists/singers will come to your wedding venue with their own keyboard or baby grand piano? You don’t have to worry if your wedding venue doesn’t have its own equipment with the portability of these types of instruments. Famous piano singers include Elton John and of course Coldplay’s Chris Martin, who both deliver an impressive performance. If you love piano music and want your wedding reception to have a touch of class, why not find a pianist/singer?
opera singers
If you’re an opera fan and fancy something a little different for your wedding reception, why not choose an opera singer who can add a dramatic and impactful atmosphere to your big day? Your wedding guests are unlikely to expect this type of entertainment, however, with their mind-blowing voices and operatic arias, this type of performance will certainly add the WOW factor! Another way to include an opera singer on your wedding day (if you’re not sure about hiring one for the evening) is to enhance your wedding ceremony with live opera music.
As you can see, there are many options when it comes to booking a wedding singer, however we hope our suggestions have given you plenty of inspiration for your big day!
One of the most important things to remember is to find and book entertainment that means something to you as a couple. Always ask ahead of time, as many singers book up early, especially for weddings, and some get booked up a year or two in advance. Happy wedding entertainment planning!