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Original poster

To hire a Mariachi band for DS's birthday party?

26 replies

GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 22:26

DS will be 1 btw Grin

The party is really for us to invite lots of old friends we haven't seen for ages. Hopefully the sun will be out, BBQ in the garden etc. There will be a fair few young kids too.
Then Surprise! Mariachi band! Grin

Would you like it or think it a bit Hmm

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LadyMountbatten · 09/04/2013 22:28

What if its wet and you're in your living room ?

WorraLiberty · 09/04/2013 22:31

A bit OTT for a baby's birthday

But if you're happy with it, you can't be unreasonable really.

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GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 23:05

Like I said Worra, it's more for the adults' enjoyment Smile
If it's wet, the musicians will play inside. There'll only be 3 or so of them.

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MardyBra · 09/04/2013 23:06

YABU. Mariachi bands are really annoying.

MrsHelsBels74 · 09/04/2013 23:08

I really want the Doritos Mariachi Band at my 40th next year...doubt it will happen though.

But a bit OTT for a child's birthday, I'd also worry that it might be a bit loud for a 1yo, but you know your child best!

NeoMaxiZoomDweebie · 09/04/2013 23:10

Ah why not? If they can make then they're sure to be a hit.

but they're not that lively in general..

deleted203 · 09/04/2013 23:14

Up to you, I guess. A bit OTT in my opinion. My sister hired one for her wedding - bride and groom thought it witty and ironic: everyone else thought they were shit and annoying, TBH. Lots of wedding guests sitting around cringing with fixed smiles on their faces. It felt like being in a Doritos ad rather than anything else.

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GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 23:19

Hmm ok Sad not quite the enthusiastic response I'd pictured in my mind Grin

Maybe another kind of entertainment that appeals to kids & adults then - any suggestions?

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MardyBra · 09/04/2013 23:27

It might be quite amusing for one song. After that - no. Just no.

How about a Blues Brothers tribute band?

PomBearWithAnOFRS · 09/04/2013 23:31

Why not get your DH and a couple of carefully selected insane friends to dress up as the Doritos mariachi band and do one or two songs. That way you get entertainment, laughter, and it's all over in 10 minutes so nobody who hates things like that has to suffer so to speak...
(and you can film them, put them online, and we can all watch too Grin it'll be like we are all there with you Grin)

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GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 23:33

Doesn't need to be musical necessarily. Just fun & a bit different

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GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 23:34

Oh oh Grin PomBear LOVE that idea!! GrinGrin

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NeoMaxiZoomDweebie · 09/04/2013 23:39

They sound DREARY in real life OP...

superstarheartbreaker · 09/04/2013 23:41

Bless you...it's cute! A bit pfb but never mind...it will be funny and memorable.

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GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 23:42

Close harmony group DH doing a version of Teddy Bears Picnic? Smile

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GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 23:43

Btw DS is psb not pfb Grin

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YellowandGreenandRedandBlue · 09/04/2013 23:46

This whole thing would make me a bit Hmm if I'm honest, I mean I assum I'm not on the invite list so needn't worry but it just all sounds too much. Maybe take it down just a couple of notches so it is more laid back?

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GadaboutTheGreat · 09/04/2013 23:49

This is the only organised fun/activity so far tbh. The rest of the party will just be a free for all people coming & going, a few drinks & cake...
Y'know, standard stuff Confused

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YellowandGreenandRedandBlue · 09/04/2013 23:55

Ok, Ok, it just sounded a bit.... much. It is just my point of view!

thezebrawearspurple · 10/04/2013 00:19

I think it's a great ideaGrin That would be fun for toddlers, you're allowed to go over the top for a first birthday, it's exciting!!! A clown would be good too. A clown dancing to a Mariachi band...

PomBearWithAnOFRS · 10/04/2013 23:41

Clowns arescary no clowns!

ilovecolinfirth · 11/04/2013 07:44

I must be a terrible mum...my ds1 had a birthday cake with just me and hubby..ds2 will have the same. I enjoy the ages when I DON'T have to do anything. However, you are not being unreasonable to want to have some fun...I'm just a misery guts! :>

Lottashakingoinon · 11/04/2013 07:46

I hate mariachi bands but I think this sounds fun...are your neighbours invited ?????

lljkk · 11/04/2013 09:33

I'd love Mariachis (reminds me of home). But agree that are rather Marmite & the ban would be for you, not baby. Baby may well dislike them, too.

lljkk · 11/04/2013 09:33

And Mariachis are LOUD. The idea of a band in an English terrace garden...

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