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Why Charleston SC is Still the Perfect Wedding Destination

Posted by Wedding Friends

January 18, 2019 4:43:22 PM EST

Traditional charm, southern hospitality, historic locales, antique aesthetics: Charleston, South Carolina is quickly becoming a desirable draw for destination weddings. Not convinced yet?  From the musical acts from the Charleston area to the beautiful country beaches, here’s five reasons why you will absolutely love your Charleston wedding!

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Topics: Wedding Ideas, Weddings, Planning, Wedding planning, Charleston SC, Charleston Wedding, Charleston Wedding Band

Our Favorite Houston Wedding Venues

Posted by Hanoch Hickman

December 10, 2018 9:53:11 PM EST

 

In the most populous city in Texas, wedding venues book pretty early. Here's a list of the our favorite venues to perform at in Houston.  If you are interested hosting a party ort wedding reception, consider booking you favorite Houston venue early (12-18 months in advance).  


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Topics: Wedding Ideas, Weddings, Wedding Music, Best Venues, Houston Wedding Venues, Houston Venues

Our Favorite Venues to Perform In Pittsburgh

Posted by Noc Hickman

October 6, 2017 11:03:00 AM EDT


 

Pittsburgh is home to some of the hardest working people in America.  As a city that flourished during America's 2000's depression, love always prevails here.  It is still known to be the "City of Bridges" because of its 446 bridges.  These bridges make delightful memories for brides and grooms, who take great photos and memories on them.  Venues in Pittsburgh where built for live wedding bands acoustically and logistically.  


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Topics: Weddings, Best Bands, Vendors and venues, Entertainment Ideas, Pittsburgh Wedding Bands, Best Venues

How Far in Advance Should You Book Your Wedding Vendors?

Posted by Noc Hickman

July 29, 2017 12:32:14 PM EDT

Whether it’s booking a band or booking a caterer, most couples either forget to book their vendors far enough in advance or are simply not aware that they are not contacting the vendors they want to work with until it is nearly too late or actually too late. The majority of couples that contact us long after their date and time has been booked are simply not aware that they are waiting too long to contact vendors’ booking agents. Here is a guide to help you contact a vendor’s booking agent at the right time to make sure you get to work with the vendors you want at your wedding.

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Topics: Entertainment Options, Wedding planning

Cake Cutting Songs

Posted by Noc Hickman

July 14, 2017 9:35:53 AM EDT


Ancient Roman wedding ceremonies were finalized by breaking a cake of wheat or barley (mustaceum) over the bride's head as a symbol of good fortune. The newly married couple then ate a few crumbs in a custom known as confarreatio—eating together.

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Topics: Weddings, Songs, Cake Cutting Songs, Cake Cutting

Bouquet Toss Songs That Rock

Posted by Noc Hickman

June 16, 2017 8:08:00 AM EDT


Let's talk wedding traditions!  Hooray! 

The Bouquet Tossing

In the 14th century, the bride was assumed to be extremely lucky, everything they touched became equally fortunate. On that account, wedding guests would literally go after the bride, and tear her dress apart, to obtain a small part of her luck.  In order to stop the madness, the wedding tradition of bouquet toss was born!

The bouquet toss is not for everyone's wedding.  We have seen some brides toss out the this tradition at their weddings.  For the brides who's bouquet toss is in order, here are a few bouquet toss songs. 

 

 

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Topics: Weddings, Entertainment Ideas, Wedding planning, bouquet toss

Our Favorite Charlotte Wedding Venues

Posted by Hanoch Hickman

June 15, 2017 7:09:31 AM EDT

10 Best Wedding Venues in NC to Look for

As you are about to embark on such as special and exciting journey of your life, choosing the right wedding venue is crucial and what could be better than Charlotte Wedding Venues. Considered as one of the premier wedding venues, Charlotte is the best place to create bespoke and exquisite experience for friends and family. Here are details on what makes each of the Charlotte Wedding venues so especial. Charlotte offers multiple venues to choose from to make it easy for you to decide where you would like to exchange your vows and wedding bands.  Here are some of our favorites....

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Topics: Weddings, Planning, Party Tips, Best Venues

Enjoy a Sober St. Patrick’s Day

Posted by Sarah Lockwood

March 16, 2017 9:16:13 PM EDT

Typically when St. Patrick’s Day comes to mind, you think of an all day drink-til-you-drop boozefest. And as someone who doesn’t drink, that understandably turns you off. Contrary to popular belief, you are not alone on your quest to maintain sobriety on St. Patrick’s Day. For various reasons, such as being a parent or getting past an addiction, many people are choosing not to drink on one of the most alcohol-driven days of the year. Here are a few ways you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day without drinking!

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Topics: Planning, Party Tips, Entertainment Options, Entertainment Ideas

What Makes A Good Wedding MC?

Posted by Hanoch Hickman

December 24, 2016 8:14:00 AM EST

 

A good wedding MC (Master of Ceremonies) is necessary top make sure moments of the event are fluid and people have a good time in the process. A wedding is a happy event and their job should be to keep it that way. 

Their duties might include (but are not limited to): Wedding introductions, speech announcements, dance announcements, cake cutting announcement, garter and bouquet toss announcements, and guest exit announcements.  Here are a few things that make up a good one.

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Topics: Wedding Ideas, Weddings, Best Bands, Vendors and venues, Entertainment Ideas

Most Requested Mother Son Dances

Posted by Noc Hickman

November 18, 2015 6:31:36 PM EST


Here are our most requested Mother/Son Dances of 2015.  

It's often difficult for a groom and his mother to select with the right song to dance to at a wedding.  It may be a challenge because a son/mother relationship often has more meaning than one song can cover.  However, here are several songs that have stood the test of time.
 

Our most requested songs include:

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Topics: Weddings, Planning, Wedding planning, First Dances

About The Company Band's Blog

The Company Band is one of the most requested Private Events bands in the Nation.  They have played over 700 successful events in the last 6 years.  

This blog offers all of the tips and sound advice they've learned over the years.  You will find stories of inspiration, motivation, ways to maximize your dollar, and make your event succesful.

Wether you are planning a corporate event, wedding reception, or small birthday party you will find that The Company Band's Blog may save you time in your endeavors!

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