How to Involve Your Guests in Choosing Reception Music

Pre-Wedding Planning 📋

Include a dedicated song request section on your wedding invitations, encouraging guests to share songs that hold special meaning or will get them dancing. This early involvement creates excitement and personal investment in your celebration. 💌
Create a wedding website with an interactive music suggestion form where guests can submit their favourite tunes and include personal notes about why these songs matter to them. This digital approach makes collection and organisation significantly easier. 💻

Set up a private social media group specifically for wedding music discussions, where guests can share YouTube links and engage in conversations about potential playlist additions. This approach builds community and anticipation before the big day. 🔗
Consider using specialised wedding planning apps that allow for collaborative playlist creation, giving guests a modern platform to contribute their musical preferences whilst maintaining organisational control. 📲

Design an elegant "Request Station" at the reception with beautiful stationery and perhaps a vintage post box for collecting song suggestions. Place it in a visible location with clear instructions for guests. 📝
Work with your DJ or Band to create designated time slots for different musical genres or eras, ensuring all age groups and musical preferences are acknowledged throughout the evening. 🎧

Communicate clear guidelines to your entertainment providers about managing guest requests, including any genres or specific songs that don’t align with your vision for the celebration. 📋
Consider creating a "must-play" and "do-not-play" list beforehand, sharing these with your entertainment team to maintain the desired atmosphere whilst accommodating guest requests. ⭐

Implement a real-time voting system during the reception where guests can use their phones to vote on the next song from a curated selection, adding an engaging interactive element to the evening. 📱
Create themed musical segments that correspond to different guest groups, such as "University Years," "Family Favourites," or "International Hits" to ensure everyone feels represented. 🌍

Meet with your DJ or Band well in advance to discuss how they'll balance guest requests with your predetermined playlist, ensuring smooth transitions and maintaining the party’s energy. 🎼
Test any digital request systems or apps before the big day to ensure they work seamlessly with your venue’s WiFi and can handle multiple simultaneous users. 📶

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