Celebrating Your Sweet 15 with Music

In the Latino culture there is an event that takes place when a young girl turns 15. This is called a Quinceanera. This party is celebrated in a more elaborate tradition then previous birthdays.

Some families celebrate the occasion as you would a grand wedding. Others prefer the more traditional ways. You can have a simple or elegant Quinceanera depending on your traditions.

There are various dances at the party. The main dance is a waltz with the Quinceanera and her father. The chambelanes will then line up and wait their turn to dance the waltz with the Quinceanera.

Music for the Quinceanera is one of the main aspects of the celebration. You can hire a band, a DJ or both. Some families prefer a Mariachi band. To meet the demands of the younger crowd, after the waltz is over you can play more modern and up to date music.

It’s thus important that the family carefully choose the band. Remember that choosing a band is also a great way to deal with music and live music for celebrations like this. It can also lend a semblance of formality to the Quinceneara if you wish to have this kind of ambience.

When choosing the band, ask a lot of questions. Some bands have limitations on playing the latest fad in music, so it can be a great challenge for the band. In this case, pre-programmed songs and dances are a good option to make sure the event will go smoothly. Pick the best band and make sure you communicate your plans to the band so you can avoid any mishaps.

Another consideration is hiring a DJ to play more modern music. Understand that the party is all about the young girl’s introduction to society as an adult. The percentage of younger people is higher. Therefore, a choice for most Quinceanera celebrations is a DJ who can play newer types of music. Since the Quinceanera can sometimes be a long celebration, having a professional DJ to help maintain the smooth flow of events is a great help.

Understand that music is a vital part of the Quinceanera celebration. Your choice of hiring a band or a DJ largely depends on your needs and preference. Communicate with the DJ and with the band. Coordinate who will play first and what type of music just to avoid confusion and ruining the celebration.

Prepare a list of songs you would like to be played. Work out a detailed program along with the sequence and timing of the music. Make sure everyone is in sync by discussing all details with the band and/ or DJ. So there won’t be any mishaps.