Live music is a very good option for your wedding. Whether it is a quartet, a trio with flute or a music band.

Wedding bands can evoke more of the subtle emotions and expressions that are not as easily detected in recorded music.

If your prefer live music than having a DJ, you must have already been inspired by a band you heard in a restaurant or a club, a bar or at a friends wedding. If this is the case, wedding band selection will not be a difficult task for you. However if you want to move on to other possibilities, here are suggestions on finding a good wedding band.

The Internet. Brides today are selecting wedding bands from the net because of the range of choices that it offers. Pick a good website that contains lots of information about wedding bands. You can select from their array of bands to suit your wedding theme. A point to remember though is that your guests' ages vary and the band, even if a particular theme is catered, should also be able to play variety. A wedding band that can play the Top 40 will be a safe ground to start your selection.

Bands post on the net their music selections. Read through these and find out. A good wedding band must be able to play various music genres. Drop bands, no matter how good they are that play only one type of music. They will not be much use in wedding occasions. You have to ensure that the band will play wedding music that will fill the dance floor up.

Next listen to the bands' audio samples. Listen carefully and ask yourself if you like what you are hearing. If the band has a video sample, that will make your selection even easier. Narrow down your selection to the bands that you like most.

Talk with the band leader for prices and other arrangements. Remember that wedding bands are usually booked for several months in advance. Make your selection and booking early.

The size of the wedding band that you select should be appropriate with the numbers of guest on your list. A smaller group can be served better by a smaller band and vice versa.

Once you have talked to the band leader (who should satisfy all your questions in a very professional manner), ask the band to mail you a sample of their demo recording. This should allow you to evaluate the wedding band even better, in your car, at home with your friends and with your fianc