Found Me on Add to Event? Here’s Why Many Couples Choose to Contact Me Directly
If you’ve discovered me while browsing Add to Event, you’re certainly not alone. It’s one of the main places couples go when they’re starting to look for wedding entertainment, and I’m listed there because it’s a helpful way for people to find musicians in one place.
But I want to be open with you about something that isn’t always obvious from the outside.
Couples use platforms like Add to Event in one way.
They contact me directly for a different reason.
Neither is wrong — they simply serve different purposes.
So if you’ve found me while searching for a wedding saxophonist, wedding DJ or live wedding entertainment on Add to Event, here’s how to decide which approach is right for you.
If You Want a Wide Range of Quotes, Add to Event Is a Great Place to Start
If your goal is to:
- See a wide range of entertainers
- Receive multiple quotes and proposals
- Compare different styles and price points
…then Add to Event is a really good option.
It’s designed to help you explore what’s out there, and for many couples at the beginning of planning, that’s exactly what they need.
It’s ideal for browsing, shortlisting and getting a general sense of the market.
Inviting Me To Quote Won’t Guarantee A Response
On Add To Event, event planners are able to select from various suppliers across the platform and ‘invite’ them to quote. I am regularly selected and hand-picked to provide a quote. The reality is, I am not likely to reply to these because a) I have to pay for credits to respond b) the invites are usually too vague to allow me to reasonably assess whether a response is worthwhile.
For that reason, I would always recommend contacting me direct if you want a guaranteed response every time.
When Price Becomes the Main Focus
Marketplaces naturally encourage comparison. That can be helpful — but it can also mean that decisions start to revolve mainly around price.
Sometimes that’s fine.
But when it comes to your wedding, entertainment isn’t just a line on a spreadsheet.
The right music at the right moments, the way the day flows, how your guests feel, how the evening builds — these are things that don’t always come across in a quick quote.
For many couples, once they move beyond “what does it cost?” and start thinking about “how will this actually feel on the day?”, they realise they want a more personal conversation.
That’s where contacting me directly makes a real difference.
Why Contacting Me Directly Feels Different
Getting in touch directly isn’t just another way of enquiring. It sets a different tone from the very beginning.
When someone contacts me through my website or email, it tells me they’re genuinely interested in whether we’re a good fit — not just collecting prices.
That allows me to:
- Read your plans properly
- Ask the right questions about your venue and timings
- Think about how live sax, vocals and DJ sets would work for your day
- Offer honest, experience-based guidance
In short: I can give your wedding the attention it deserves, rather than treating it as just another enquiry.
A Personal Price and Package — Built Around You
When you contact me directly, we can talk everything through before you commit to anything.
We can discuss:
- How your day will flow from start to finish
- Where live sax, vocals and DJ sets will work best
- Key moments like your entrance, first dance and evening build-up
- The atmosphere you want your guests to experience
- Practical details around your venue and timings
From there, I can offer a personal price and package based on what you actually want — not a one-size-fits-all quote.
There’s no pressure and no obligation. Just a proper conversation about whether I’m right for your wedding or event.
Why Direct Contact Ensures You’ll Hear From Me
Large marketplaces generate a huge number of enquiries of all kinds, from all across the country — including Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and beyond.
Because of that volume, it simply isn’t always possible for every enquiry to receive the same level of attention. Some messages are brief, some are very early-stage, and sometimes it’s hard to know who is genuinely ready to plan at that point.
That means there is a very real chance I may never be added to your event through a marketplace platform — even if we would actually be a perfect fit.
When you contact me directly, that uncertainty disappears.
I will read your message properly, understand what you’re planning, and respond personally. It shows seriousness on both sides and allows me to give you the level of care and attention your wedding or event deserves.
Who Direct Contact Is Best For
Contacting me directly is usually the best choice if:
- You already have a date and venue
- You care about atmosphere, flow and guest experience
- You want something personal rather than generic
- You’d like to explore whether we’re a good fit before booking
So if you’re looking to add a saxophonist, singer, DJ or live music to your event, and you’d value a more thoughtful, one-to-one approach, getting in touch directly is the right next step.
How to Get in Touch
If you found me through Add to Event, Google, social media or a recommendation, you’re very welcome to contact me directly.
If you include your date, venue and the kind of atmosphere you’re hoping for, I can give you a genuinely helpful and personal response.
Final Thought
Add to Event is a great place to explore options, compare entertainers and gather quotes.
But when price isn’t the only thing that matters, and you want to understand how your entertainment will actually shape your day, a direct conversation makes all the difference.
If you’d like a personal approach, a tailored package, and the confidence that you’re speaking directly to the person who will be performing at your event, I’d love to hear from you
