AES Episode 9 Any Questions?

  I've shared the tips and suggestions that I think will make your
wedding unforgettable, but I need to know...

   Do you have any questions?  Did I leave anything out?

   I'm looking for ways to improve this newsletter and give couples
the answers they are looking for.

   So shoot me an email with your answer to this question:

   What is your biggest challenge or frustration with your wedding ceremony and reception music?

   It's my mission to help you solve the real problems you are facing.

   Thanks so much for your interest!

Will and Amanda
http://www.CelebratewithStringsAttached.com

Text or Call anytime at 512-944-8407 or 512-775-2371
Skype: jazzviolawill



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AES Episode 8 - The Do Not Play List

The PLAYLIST...and how to trust the band leader.

   Since most of our couples are really concerned with avoiding
"cheesy" songs...and most of them want to include their favorite
songs and artists...creating a playlist makes a lot of sense.

   The Do Not Play List lets your band leader know the songs you don't want.
And a requested song list tells him the songs that are important for
you.

   Now, it's a great idea to include your favorite tunes in your
wedding reception.  It's an easy way to make your wedding even more
personal and meaningful when you hear a song that makes it really
feel like YOUR day.

   But here's where it gets tricky...

   You can't "make" your guests dance to the music you choose any more
than you can "make" them have fun.

   Even if you've chosen the coolest songs in the world...if you're
guests don't respond to them...you're stuck with an empty dance floor.

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AES Episode 7 - 5 Insider Secrets

5 Insider Secrets

Once you’ve spent all that time planning the look, the feel and they style of your wedding, it makes sense that you want to enjoy the day, right?

   Talk to pretty much any bride after her wedding and she’ll tell you, “It all went by so fast!”

   Here are a few wedding insider tips that will help you relax and enjoy every moment.

SECRET # 1 – Allow lots of extra time in your wedding day.

   Wherever you can, allow for extra time.  Think it will take you an hour to get ready?  Give yourself two.

   Most brides forget to allow enough travel time.  It takes longer than 5 minutes for your girls to pile into the limo; remember to allow time to arrange dresses, gather bouquets left in the church and take a quick bathroom break.

   You can never have too much time on your wedding day.  Those breaks and gaps will be a welcome chance for you to relax, breathe and take it all in. 

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AES Episode 6 - How to Guarantee the Fun

How to Guarantee the FUN at Your Wedding

Pretty much every single one of our clients wants their wedding
to be FUN.  Nobody wants a boring party and yawning guests.

   So this email will focus on what you can do to guarantee that
your wedding is fun.  When your wedding is fun...it's the dream
wedding you've always wanted.  Your guests will talk for years
about how great your wedding was and compare it to all others that
come after.

   First of all, I'd be lying if I told you that you can do something
to "make" your guests have fun.  You can't.  If your guests have
their hearts set on pouting in the corner, there's nothing you can
do to stop them.

   But you CAN guarantee that YOU have a fun time.  And if you take
these actions, it all but guarantees that if your guests want to have
a good time, they WILL.

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AES Episode 5 Ideas to Make Your Wedding You

  It's time reveal some of my favorite ideas to make your wedding
unique and totally "you," so that your wedding is an unforgettable
experience for you and your guests.

    Why is this such a big deal?

   Well, I don't believe ANYBODY'S wedding should be "cookie-cutter."
Your wedding is YOUR day, and it should feel
like the right fit for your personalities from start to finish.

    What I realized after seeing hundreds of brides
on their wedding day, is that the thing that makes each wedding
unique is...YOU.

   Now, before you tell me how obvious that is, think about it.  What
is the one thing that is completely original and unique about your
wedding day, that no other wedding day has ever seen or done
before?

   YOU.

   Your guests have never been at party celebrating YOUR love and
relationship with your fiancé.  They've never seen YOU in that
gorgeous gown, walking down the aisle, partying on the dance floor.

   The secret to having a wedding that leaves a lasting impression on
your guests and really feels like "you" is weaving as much of your
personality as possible into your wedding day.

   Believe me, I've seen hundreds of weddings.  Including the details
of what makes you special and the things you love not only makes
you FEEL how special you are that day, it draws your guests in,
makes them feel connected to you, and without fail guarantees an
unforgettable day for you and your guests.

   And these things cost LITTLE OR NO MONEY.

   Some examples of how to do it...

   14 UNIQUE TOUCHES FOR YOUR WEDDING

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AES Episode 4 Six Common Mistakes

Let’s face it: planning a wedding isn’t always a walk in the park.

Sure, it’s exciting and inspiring to check out all the details, dresses, jewelry, exotic locations and honeymoon destinations.  But there is a lot to do and everyone and their mother (and your mother) seems to have an opinion about your day.

If you don’t watch out for these common mistakes, you could end up with a wedding day nightmare.  On the other hand, if you watch out for these mistakes, having an unforgettable wedding day where everything runs smoothly and you have the time of your life is almost guaranteed.

MISTAKE #1 – Having No Gap of Time Between Your Ceremony and Reception.

In life…and especially when it comes to planning a wedding…everything takes longer than you think.

If you have your ceremony and reception at the same location…

Or if you leave exactly enough time for the 8 minute drive between the church and the reception hall...

You will be stressed, miserable and end up with a wedding album where you are frowning on every page.

Do yourself a favor and allow MORE time than you think you will need between the ceremony and reception.  Your guests are creative enough to find something to do with themselves.

Use your wedding professionals as the expert resources they are.  Ask them how long they recommend for getting ready, receiving lines and photos.

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AES Episode 3 Finding the Right Vendors

AES Episode #3

Hiring the right team is critical to planning your dream wedding…and it can also be quite stressful.

How do you find the right match for you?  How do you know who to trust?  Where do you go for advice?

First of all, this is not an easy task and it’s totally normal for couples to feel overwhelmed, frustrated or confused.
  
It’s not like you plan a wedding every day!  This is all probably brand new to you, so be patient with yourself.

  So how do you pick the wedding vendors who are right for YOU?

   First of all, STYLE, PERSONALITY, and PROFESSIONALISM are the
biggest things to look for.  You want to hire vendors who your guests
will feel comfortable with...because the more comfortable your guests
are the more FUN they have.  Each vendor should also match the
style and vision of your wedding.

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Here's one of them:

Hiring the right team is critical to planning your dream wedding…and it can also be quite stressful.

How do you find the right match for you?  How do you know who to trust?  Where do you go for advice?

First of all, this is not an easy task and it’s totally normal for couples to feel overwhelmed, frustrated or confused.
  
It’s not like you plan a wedding every day!  This is all probably brand new to you, so be patient with yourself.

   So how do you pick the wedding vendors who are right for YOU?

   First of all, STYLE, PERSONALITY, and PROFESSIONALISM are the
biggest things to look for.  You want to hire vendors who your guests
will feel comfortable with...because the more comfortable your guests
are the more FUN they have.  Each vendor should also match the
style and vision of your wedding.

Here are 8 Must Ask Questions to ask ALL your potential wedding professionals before booking:

How many weddings do you do per year?

How much experience do you have?

This is an extremely important question.

Ideally, your wedding professional should have ample experience specifically with weddings.  Not only will they be more skilled in their craft, this also makes them a valuable source of information and ensures that your wedding day goes smoothly.

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AES Episode 2 How to Have the Best Wedding

This is Episode #2 of the Strings Attached AES Podcast

In our 21 YEARS IN BIZ as a live wedding music vendor, doing an average of 50 weddings a year, we’ve seen A LOT when it comes to weddings.

The good, the bad...and the UGLY.

For some of the good stuff,  see our Austin Wedding Venue guide with pictures from actual weddings we've done.

   We've learned what it takes to plan an unforgettable, fun,
dance-till-you-drop wedding reception that is totally "you"...
without being cheesy...and how to avoid a BORING party where no one
dances and your guests leave early.

We've learned how to help you create the ceremony of your dreams.

The one that fits your style as a couple and creates memories for everyone who is there to witness it.

   We've had a GREAT time getting to know our couples and helping
them celebrate one of the most important events in their lives.

   Honestly? I think we have the best job in the world.

   And now it's time for us to GIVE BACK.

   That's what this newsletter is about. (signup on the right side) I want to share exactly
what to do to have the wedding of your dreams...a fun, elegant party
that really represents you and leaves your guests saying yours was
the best wedding EVER.

   If that sounds good, you should stick around and read these
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   I've put together the ultimate recipe for dream wedding
entertainment: Six Easy Steps To An Unforgettable Wedding
in this series of emails.

   Here's what you'll learn:

1) How to Find the Right Vendors for Your Unforgettable Wedding.

2) 6 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Planning Your Wedding

3) My 14 Favorite Unique (and Cheap!) Ideas to Make Your Wedding
Totally "You" and an Unforgettable Experience For You and Your Guests.

4) How to Guarantee the FUN at Your Wedding.

5)  5 Insider Secrets for a Flawless, Relaxing Wedding Day

6) The "Do Not Play List," Or How to Trust Your Band Leader

   You'll receive two emails a week over the next three weeks if you signup now.

   If you don't find them useful...or if you get sick of my perky
emails...you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking
the link at the bottom of any email.

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   Until next time...

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  Celebrate with Strings Attached / Austin, Texas
  512-944-8407
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AES Episode 1

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7 Common Mistakes Brides Make That Lead to a Wedding Day DISASTER - Here's one for you to sample.

Let’s face it: planning a wedding is no walk in the park.  

Sure, it’s exciting and inspiring to check out all the details, dresses, jewelry, exotic locations and honeymoon destinations.  But there is a lot to do and everyone and their mother (and your mother) seems to have an opinion about your day.

If you don’t watch out for these common mistakes, you could end up with a wedding day nightmare: a party where no one dances, wedding vendors who don’t show up, even guests who cause a scene.

On the other hand, as long as you watch out for these mistakes, having an unforgettable wedding day where everything runs smoothly and you actually get to have fun is almost guaranteed.

WARNING: Make these mistakes at your own risk!

Mistake #1 – Setting the Date FIRST.The first thing many couples do when they get engaged, after they stop jumping up and down with excitement and screaming it from the rooftops, is set the date.  

This is a HUGE mistake.

It’s kind of like deciding what town you want to move to before you even visit, or before you check out the weather and job situation.

Setting the date before setting your budget or choosing your location can lead the following disaster scenarios:

• You end up accidentally choosing the most popular time of the year in your area.  You can’t afford your dream location and the best wedding vendors and services are already booked up, so you have to settle for the leftovers.
• You don’t have the flexibility to take advantage of the deals that come up which could have allowed you to afford your dream location.
• Your wedding date may fall on a religious holiday or other unpopular day that means many of your friends and family can’t come.
• You might unknowingly pick a date during your town’s annual Lima Bean Festival and find out that all the hotel rooms are booked up and your out of town guests have no where to stay.

Of course, you want to set the date as soon as you can.  Even if it’s just so that you have something to answer your nosy friends when they ask!

But it’s vitally important to figure out how much money you have to spend, what parts of the wedding are most important to you and to do your homework FIRST.  That way you’ll avoid a world of pain.


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