As an experienced singer in a Toronto wedding band I’ve got some suggestions for those of you looking for the right fit for your big event.
So as a singer in a Toronto wedding band, cover band, TCC busker and singer/songwriter I’ve definitely experienced a lot in my years performing at different events. It’s a special yet nerve-racking experience being at the forefront of any gig, whether it be in front of hundreds of people or even sometimes those dreaded nights when only 3 people are watching you (I’ve had more than a few of those)!
There’s more than a few pressures a singer has to face when doing a gig. One thing is that if the performance is a wedding, then the singer will have to learn somewhere in the area of 30, sometimes 40 tunes for the night. He or she must have a grasp of all the changes in each song and be able to bring their own special flavour to each song while also remembering the lyrics. Wearing the right clothes and attracting the right attention is also key, while the main and most dreaded fear lurks over the singer – losing their voice.
There are many bands out there who aren’t worried so much about vocals. They enjoy their jamming, big guitar solos, heavy drums and such. Personally, I find if you’re making a wedding, Bar-Mitzvah or corporate event you’re going to have to find yourself a good vocalist. In fact, I’ll stretch it even further and say you should find a GREAT vocalist. One who you know from seeing yourself or from reliable sources, that will be a sure-fire hit to make your event great. The last thing you want at the event is an amateur vocalist who lacks experience and skill in handling the challenge of fronting the music for an event.The reason could be many. Bad song choices, bad volume control, missing notes that even the untrained ear can detect, and singing pop songs that people know and messing them up in a very ugly way. You don’t think it can happen? Trust me, it can, it does and it will. I’ve seen it with my own eyes and everyone in the room notices when things aren’t sounding properly.
On the other hand, a pro creates an immediate sense of comfort and joy as soon as you hear the first song. Once you sense the person up there is a professional, you can breathe easy knowing the guests at this event will be enjoying the tunes all night and complimenting you on your superb musical choice for the evening.
The singer should know all of the lyrics to the tunes, hit all the notes and know when and when not to turn up the energy for the night. This comes with experience and a very unique feel for what type of mood the crowd is in and most importantly, what the hosts expect of the band.
So remember when planning your next event with music, make sure you find a great vocalist to carry the night and you’ll be sure the event will go off without a hitch.
If you’re looking for a live music wedding band in Toronto then contact us and we’ll either be the right band for you or we’ll steer you in the right direction.
