OVERVIEW
Based in Melbourne and travelling across Victoria and beyond for weddings, the team at Craig Francis Music know how to get the party started. All of your entertainment needs for your Melbourne wedding are in one place with Craig Francis Music, including live musicians, DJs, and MCs. This incredible collective comprises amazingly talented musicians who are experienced in a wide range of genres, styles, and instruments.
Craig Francis Music’s live music packages start with guitar, bass, drums, vocals, and DJ services. Depending on your requirements, they can include male and female lead vocals, keys, saxophone, a complete brass section and MC services. The extensive Craig Francis Music collective also includes one of Melbourne’s best string quartets that can be booked separately and added to your entertainment package for some ceremony magic.
It comes as no surprise that Craig Francis Music has received Easy Weddings’ five-star award for five consecutive years in a row. Previous clients consistently praise these fantastic musicians for their incredible talent, exceptional service, professionalism and dedication. If you’re still not convinced, just have a read through some of the 160+ glowing reviews that Craig Francis Music has received here on Easy Weddings.
“We hired Craig Francis Music for our wedding day, and we are so glad that we did. They were exceptional. We had a duo for our ceremony, which created a soft and heartfelt mood for the occasion. Erin’s voice was absolutely beautiful and really amplified all of our emotions. We had a 6 piece band at the reception, and from the moment the band started playing, they really brought the party to life! So much energy and so many compliments from our guests. Everyone had such a great time because of the live music. Craig did a great job as MC, and his energy carried across the room. There really is nothing better than a live band, and these guys were fantastic!” - Olivia J.
Craig Francis Music’s wedding entertainment services:
What you’ll love about working with Craig Francis Music for your wedding:
What is your most popular wedding package?
Craig Francis Music’s most booked packages for weddings are the six and seven-piece live bands.
Do you cater to song requests?
Absolutely! Craig Francis Music’s talented musicians have an extensive repertoire of songs and pride themselves on their versatility as a Melbourne wedding band. If there are a couple of songs you want to play at your wedding that they don’t have listed, they can learn them especially for you. The team will work closely with you to ensure you get a tailored night of music that you and all your guests will love.
Do you travel for destination or interstate weddings?
Yes! The Craig Francis Music team are happy to travel far and wide for weddings.
“Craig Francis Music band were exceptional and made our wedding truly perfect. From start to finish, the communication and ease of organisation with Craig himself, to finalising the setlist and running of the day and night was 10/10. Even in a Covid era, Craig held meetings with us via Zoom and pieced together the perfect plan of music from live duets during the ceremony, with great canapés music, through to the most amazing set-list and performances during the meal and party into the night! They are all incredibly talented at what they do. We cannot thank them enough.” - Rhea G.
About
Every wedding Craig Francis Music is involved with includes my wealth of experience working with Melbourne's top venues and providers. I enjoy working with couples to ensure their reception is one they will remember for a lifetime and my goal is nothing short of ensuring you have the best night of your life.
Mr Craig Francis
Owner
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Book a 7 or 8 piece live reception band package and we'll also provide some special live music moments for your loved up ceremony.
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FAQ
We offer multiple options for wedding entertainment in Melbourne and Victoria. We design your entertainment based on your budget, venue size and any other specific needs. We play as an 8-piece band with male and female lead vocals and horns in the premium package. Our most booked packages are the 6 and 7 piece bands and it’s always LIVE and always fun!
Definitely, and if you book your wedding with us as well, we can do something a little extra special for you too.
Yes, DJ and MC services are included in all live band packages so there’s no need to ask a family member or friend to help you out if they’re not confident. Our professional DJ and MC services keep the party moving during formalities and in the short band breaks when the dance floor is jumping, so you can let all your guests relax and enjoy the night!
No, we believe in great LIVE music with great musicians who play together all the time. We are well rehearsed, tight, and often showcase 3 and 4 part vocal harmonies. We are a professional and tight-knit group of musicians and we love playing as a wedding band!
Our packages include up to 5 1/2 hours attendance featuring multiple sets of live music, and background music all controlled through our sound system. Set times can be adjusted to fit in with your running sheet and formalities and organised at the pre-reception meeting with Craig. We think great wedding bands must be flexible to keep the party going and we work to accommodate you and the formalities on the night.
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Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Craig Francis Music offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceWhat are your favourite songs to play at a wedding?
We're starting to think about song choices for our wedding. I'm curious about what songs musicians love to play at weddings (vs the cliched ones they get asked about!). Would love to hear your personal favourites?
What questions should we ask when choosing a wedding band or DJ?
Craig Francis Music
Are the people I see at your showcase the actual people who perform at my wedding OR is your business a booking agency?
Is it OK to have a do-not-play list at our wedding?
Hi there. There are some songs I really don't want played at our wedding but I know some of my family will request it. Can I give our DJ a list of these songs - but how do they handle it with the guests? I don't want to offend anyone.
Craig Francis Music
Absolutely.
I always discuss this with our clients at the pre reception meeting.
Be mindful though that the more songs you cut out, the more you tie the hands of the band with DJ to read the crowd and respond to requests. You find other questions like this on our FAQ page (craigfrancismusic.com.au/faq/) and can also ask them at our monthly showcase (next 2 are: 9.8.22 and 13.9.22).
Cheers
Craig Francis
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