Wedding Band FAQs
How long does a wedding band play for?
We play for up to 2 hours with a short break finishing no later than 12 Midnight.
How long will it take to setup your equipment?
We can usually be setup and ready to go in about 45 minutes .
Do you play waltz'?
Yes. We pride ourselves on being able to cater for all age groups, we usually find that one set (2 or 3 waltz) is enough for most weddings, but if you would prefer a few more that is no problem either.
Who chooses the music?
With years of experience, members of the band are very skill-full at reading audiences and knowing what it takes to get them dancing . Of course every couple has favourite songs that they would like to hear. The Buachaills will work closely with every couple to make sure they have a memorable night. We will never commit to playing any song we have never played before without fully rehearsing it, therefore 4 weeks before the wedding I will make contact for a final chat on your special choices.
What steps are involved in the band booking process?
Quote
Tell us your wedding date, venue and which services you are interested in. We’ll confirm our availability and send you a clear quotation covering the agreed package and any applicable travel costs. The price quoted is the price you pay unless your plans change significantly after booking.
Booking
Once you are happy to proceed, we’ll send you our booking form and payment details for the non-refundable booking fee. Your date is secured once we have received both and confirmed your booking.
Wedding details
Ahead of the wedding, we’ll ask you to complete a short details form covering your first dance, special requests, timings and anything else we need to know. We’ll then prepare the final schedule for the band.
Final payment
Final payments are accepted from the Monday before your wedding. Payment must be cleared at least 24 hours before the event, unless cash payment has been agreed in advance.
On the day
We’ll arrive at the agreed time, set up and coordinate with your venue or wedding party to keep everything running smoothly. Once the music starts, we’ll read the room and build the set around your guests rather than following a rigid setlist.
Will the band play the music for the First Dance, or is a MP3 used?
Depending on the instrumentation required it is not always possible for the band to play the first dance. We are always happy to give it a go in rehearsal but if we feel that it's going to disappoint we will offer the alternative of an MP3 .