Live Music for Weddings
Getting Hitched?
Well a big congratulations to you both! Speaking from experience, a truly special and beautiful time lies ahead. Andy Lacy Solo Acoustic and Handpicked Duo have helped many couples celebrate their weddings, bringing their stylish, tasteful and professional acoustic music to all types of celebrations. Want a few special tunes performed at your ceremony or ‘your song’ for your first dance? No problem. Looking for a cruisey vibe for your ceremony and drinks, but want to crank it up for the reception? We've got you covered. Not sure really what you want??! All good - read on to find out more about what we offer and how it might work for your day.
Performance options
Andy Lacy Solo Acoustic
The Solo Acoustic option is ideal for Ceremonies, Drinks/Canapes, and Receptions where the mood is bit more chilled out. Solo can be a more intimate option, great for a cruisey vibe.
Handpicked Acoustic Duo
The Acoustic Duo is suitable for Ceremonies, Drinks/Canapes, and perfect for receptions where the mood is a bit more up and you want to get the party started. Think two guitars and voices with lots of vocal harmonies, a bigger sounds and more energy!.
Performance Packages
The following packages are shared as a guide to where live music can add to a wedding day - Ceremony, Drinks/Canapes & Reception.
Ceremony
Pre-ceremony music (as required)
Aisle Walk/Entrance song
Songs during registry signings (generally 2 songs)
Recession song/s
Drinks/Canapes
A laid-back set of tunes or two whilst people have a drink (often during time when photos are being taken)
Reception
Usually 3-4 x 45mins sets of tunes. Generally more laid back songs through entrée and main, then some more up-tempo songs as the evening progresses, to get the dance floor moving and to see out the night!
Wedding FAQ
What cAn we book you for? PArt of the day? the whole day?
This part is up to you! Whilst we can provide music for all parts of a wedding day, we can perform at just your ceremony, your ceremony and canapés, or reception only. Whatever combination is going to work best for you we can accommodate and we can tailor our packages and quotes to your own needs.
CAn we choose the songs for our ceremony?
Of course! It is YOUR day. We have an extensive and ever-expanding song list and if you can't find the tunes you'd like there, we'd be very very happy to learn some new ones!
So can we request a song or two for you to learn just for our day?
Yes, this has been done many times and is always a pleasure to do. All we need is a bit of notice and for the song to be adaptable to an acoustic version.
My wedding is a bit 'different' to the usual wedding day - can you work with this?
Indeed and we would love to! We understand that not all wedding days follow the same path. We can be really flexible and would love to hear more about your ideas for your day and how our music could add to it.
Do you provide your own PA system?
Yes we do – we have professional PA systems to ensure high quality sound all night long.
Are you able to provide background music for in between your sets?
Sure can – or you are also very welcome to play your own music/playlists through our PA during breaks via iPod.
Do you use backing tracks?
No – we are truly live musicians. Everything you hear is played live – guitars, voice, harmonicas, hand percussion, floor stomp box... no invisible sounds or trickery!
Can we program your setlist?
We can work with you to make sure our setlists reflect the mood you're after, but we also happy to be left to our own devices on this one! Our experience helps us read the room and often like to improvise what we'll play as we go to match the mood.
Can you perform completely unplugged?
Yep – depending a bit on the space and how far you want the sound to travel! There are limitations to unplugged performance, but if a fully acoustic vibe is what you’re after and it will work for the venue, that’s no problems at all – we’re happy to work in with what you need.
Can you M.C. our reception too?
Sure can - this is something we do often and is no worries at all. Anything that might makes the night easier and more stress-free for the happy couple!
We're ready to book! What next?
Fantastic - get in touch with the details of your wedding (date, location and what music you are after) and we'll be in touch with a quote. Once confirmed, we'll send an invoice for details for a deposit to confirm your booking and keep this date for you.
Testimonials
SOLO
“Andy was an absolute pleasure to work with. From the initial email to his performance - he was incredible. He made organising an event an absolute breeze. His song choices suited our crowd (both young and old) and the setting fantastically. Andy played solo acoustic and it really set the mood for the day. Everyone kept complimenting the music and how Andy set the tone for the day. We highly recommend Andy for any event you have and he will tailor the music to your needs and the crowd.”
Natalie & Liam, Daylesford
‘ Andy was the perfect addition to our special day. Serenading guests after the ceremony as the sun was setting at the picturesque Providence Gully, Newstead. Being a local country boy he had such an approachable attitude from the get go. Always responsive and happy to tailor make his performance to suit us a couple. Our guests, both young and old, commented on how well he sang and played the guitar, adding to the ambience. We couldn’t recommend him enough, the pleasure was ours. ‘
Grace & Andrew, Bendigo
"Andy sang at our wedding and WOW it was Amazing. I was referred to Andy and we exchanged information and he made it so easy for me on my wedding day. Andy was extremely prompt, professional and the music he sang was perfect for our event. Andy was highly talked about at the Wedding....".
Rebecca & Dennis, Seville
DUO
“Hi Andy, I just wanted to touch base and say thank you for the work that you and Paul put in to making our wedding amazing. From the time we met you to the day, you made everything so easy. Matt and I loved that you let us put forward the songs we wanted to have and then made everything else fit and make the night wonderful. Everyone I have spoken to after the wedding has complimented the music and how great it was. I and the family were really grateful that you happily played a song again after I had missed it the first time. Paul did a great job as MC and really had the night rolling on. Once again thank you so much for the great music, which made it so easy to have the dance floor full all night.
Sam & Matt, Lancefield
“Handpicked duo performed at our wedding in February and were simply fantastic – we had a fairly clear idea on the kind of songs and atmosphere we wanted to create and from our initial meeting with the guys, they were onboard – and to be honest, they made suggestions based on their experience, that took the night to another level. The way the gauged the mood of the crowd and lifted things or toned things down as the night evolved was superb – and the feedback from guests in the days after the wedding was all fantastic. We would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone looking for a wedding band.”
Mick & Lucie, Albert Park
"We had Handpicked play at our wedding with an acoustic set over dinner and a then some brilliant music for dancing afterwards. Andy could not have been more accommodating for our specific needs. He gave us a choice of songs and style of music and he was very easy to deal with in the planning stages. The music was one of the highlights of the wedding and the dancefloor was full for the whole night. I highly recommend Handpicked for any type of event. I have recommended them to other friends and colleagues and they have all been very happy with their performance also."
Julian & Mandy, Hampton East