3 Things to Consider Before You Pick Your Wedding DJ
Your wedding day will be a day you will remember for the rest of your life, and proper planning will go a long way to help ensure that all those memories are good ones.
For most married couples, the planning of the reception was the most involving part of the wedding. And with good reason. It’s been said that most wedding guests will only remember two things from your wedding: the moment when the groom kisses the bride, and their impression of the reception.
One of the biggest factors in creating the reception you dream of is choosing your DJ. For a great and memorable wedding, a good DJ is essential.
Of course, you are not marrying the deejay. But the truth is that the DJ for your wedding reception party can either make or break the fun. For that reason, it is vital that you choose wisely when hiring your wedding DJ, because they will determine the mood of the party.
Getting the right DJ may not be as easy as it may seem. There are a number of points to consider in getting the perfect Disk Jockey for this memorable occasion.
Know thyself. Before you begin hunting for the right company, you must first think about and discuss the atmosphere you want to create based on your tastes and the tastes of those invited, and conduct your DJ search accordingly.
Choose Professionals: You may have good friends or acquaintances lobbying to be your DJ. And maybe they are audio technology savvy and have a wide selection of music on their iPod or iPad, but to trust the success of the biggest party of your life to an amateur, can be a foolish decision. Mixing music well and creating continuity that keeps your guests on the dance floor-or in whatever state you prefer-is an art form in itself. Not every DJ can create a specific atmosphere on command.
Plus, if yours is a theme wedding, a multi-ethnic event, or if you need ceremony music to set the spiritual tone-either live or recorded-these are areas where true professionals are essential.
So how do you begin to find this perfect DJ?
First, do some background research by asking friends if they’ve attended a wedding recently where the DJ was impeccable. After that, most of us will turn to the Internet to get more information and choices. Check on bridal blogs or forums for any suggestions.
To insure the success of your reception, here are some key attributes of a professional DJ company:
* First Class Experience and Social Proof: Look for a DJ company with a professional website featuring good information on their services, how long they have been in business, and plenty of raving reviews from customers. You can also check other third party wedding websites for reviews by simply searching online for “wedding DJ reviews” in your area.
* A Real Business: The ideal company should be a formal business with an office location and, in a perfect world, have an on-site sound studio to demo just how your event would be handled. Furthermore, the company should have a legal method of sealing the deal via a contract-one that protects both parties.
* Equipment: Find out whether their equipment is the latest and the very best. Poor gear usually leads to poor service. Sound quality is essential for everyone’s enjoyment of the event.
Know Your DJ: After finding the best company, think about the atmosphere you want to create during the party, from simple elegance to all out fun, and choose your DJ accordingly.
Schedule a meeting and give your DJ an insight into your character, tastes and preferences. Let them know if there are any songs or types of music that are taboo for your guests. And of course, inform them of your favorites and requests. Letting your DJ get to know you as individuals and as a couple will go far in helping them handle the announcements, introductions, and pronunciations (!) with the proper grace and style-your style.
And finally, listen to your instincts. If you do not fully trust the company or the DJ enough, keep looking. That small gut feeling you may have might actually rescue you from a disaster.
Here’s to your perfect wedding…
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