There are many things to consider when looking for a live band or wedding entertainment. With hundreds of bands in Iowa it’s going to be important to narrow down what you’re looking for. Do you want a big band or a string quartet? Do you want swing music or a cover band? As you can imagine the type of music as your party will be heavily influenced by the type of band you choose.

Start with your favorite type of music. If you love jazz, you might want to look at jazz bands. If jazz isn’t your thing, you might prefer to explore rock bands, tribute bands, or blues bands. Another way to go is to find a band that matches your theme. Planning a luau? Hire a steel drum band to add to the luau atmosphere.

Once you have searched our vendor listings and have a few bands in mind, find out where the live bands have upcoming concerts and go hear them play. Some local bands perform at music venues in your area while others perform across Iowa. Find a show to see if you like their music and can envision them performing at your party.