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Depending on where you come from, the things you take into consideration when choosing the music for your wedding are dramatically different. Back when I got married, I would NEVER have used a DJ in a million years, having coming from the school of thought that a DJ is a loud obnoxious creature who incites your guests to do dances you would prefer never be a part of your biggest day (Macarena, ChaCha, Slide, YMCA… I could go on forever). While my guests had fun dancing to the bands I selected both in Vieques and Washington, DC, now that I know more, I certainly wonder if we might have had a much, much better time if we’d had a good DJ with a good playlist instead.

With five-plus years of wedding planning experience, I’m here to tell you that not all DJs are created equal, and the good ones are worth their weight in gold. But even if you don’t necessarily have a whole bunch of DJ options for your wedding (the venue provides it or you’re getting married on an island that only has a couple of choices), you can structure your wedding playlist in a way that makes your wedding flow seamlessly even if the guy running the system is dumber than a box of rocks.

Here are some tips to help you set things up so that you can relax and enjoy the music you want to hear on your big day!

1) Establish up front that you are the CLIENT and you are in charge. Let him know if you don’t like a talker. Tell him if he has absolutely no room for independent judgment. If you don’t want to hear a single song that isn’t on your personal playlist, let him know. Lay out the ground rules and don’t be afraid to be a little bit aggressive and put it writing, asking him to acknowledge your requests. Many DJs prefer you be upfront and direct. Just don’t be rude about it. There’s a way to be demanding without being Bridezilla. Be a little nicer if he’s your only option at the venue.

2) Be very specific about your playlist and, if he doesn’t give you a good form to work with, create your own and include the following categories:
Ceremony
– Prelude music
– Music for seating the mothers
– Music for the bridesmaids’ processional
– Music for the bride’s processional
– Recessional music
Reception
– Cocktail music pre-entrance
– Entrance song
– First dance song
– Daddy/daughter dance song
– Mother/son dance song
– Cocktail music post-entrance
– Dinner music
– Cake cutting song
– Bouquet/garter toss songs
– Last dance

3) Decide whether you’re going to let the DJ take requests or not, and make sure you’re clear on the system with the DJ. If you’d prefer he not take requests, you can ask him to tell people that he doesn’t have the music being requested up to a certain point. If somebody gets aggressive, he might have to explain that the bride and groom have requested no spontaneous requests.

4) Be VERY SPECIFIC about your “Do Not Play” list. Those are the songs you really, really don’t want to hear at your wedding. You never know what your friends may request, and you’re better off making sure the DJ knows at the outset exactly how you feel about that. Trust me, “We are Family” can be a very awkward music selection in many groups.

5) Get your playlist to your DJ as early as possible. Every DJ has a different system, and many of them have to pull your playlist from their master systems, especially if you’re getting married somewhere like the tropics where the DJs might not have the most current systems. Some of them need time to make sure they have all your music ready in time for your wedding. At the very latest, have all song selections to your music master no less than 30 days prior to your wedding date. A full 90 days is even better.

If you’re not working with a wedding planner, or you don’t trust the recommendations of the venue’s banquet manager, do your own homework and research and see what other brides who got married in your area had to say about their own DJs. Angry and dissatisfied brides blog…fairly or not. But you’ll be able to tell who sounds like a bitter crazy person and who had a legitimately bad experience. Hopefully, you can learn something from their bad experiences rather than repeating them yourself.

Until next time, happy wedding planning from Weddings in Vieques and Weddings in Culebra!

Sandy

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 It is a fact that good music makes a wedding more enjoyable. Hence, it is essential to hire a wedding DJ. A professional DJ is more than just loading songs and hitting the play button, he is beyond that. They have the extraordinary skills, expertise and the ability to read the mood of crowd. They can transform a boring wedding party into one that is exciting, entertaining and rocking. No matter where you are in the world, it is advisable to hire a professional wedding DJ.

Professional wedding DJs make sure that guests as well as family members enjoys the event or party. They also try to improve their mood and make the party entertaining at the same time. In pursuit of the same, they make their solid preparations in advance. Most professionals have a dependable backup plan to tackle any emergency situation or any other unseen circumstance.

They are also available to discuss the wedding plan, core theme as well as other technical or non-technical requirements for the bride and groom. In the light of the same they make arrangements accordingly to eliminate any confusion. Their main aim is to create a perfect reception of your dreams.

 

HERE ARE A FEW REASONS TO HIRE A WEDDING DJ: 

#01 // Music Selection

Professional DJs have an extensive library of songs of different genres, countries, and eras. They can also suggest a broad range of songs that are sure to entertain guests, family and friends of almost all age groups. Most of the time they play music according to the wedding theme to entertain guests and encourage them to dance and have fun. 

#02 // Experience and Skills

A good DJ can produce the utmost fun and excitement through their musical tracks. They can read the crowd, use their skills and adjust the music accordingly. They have an abundance of experience and knowledge in executing and managing wedding receptions.

#03 // Equipment

An expert DJ comes with high-quality, advanced and professional musical equipment. They make sure to have all the correct lighting props, backup systems, audio gear and video equipment to ensure that the wedding party remains interesting and entertaining. They can play a wide range of instruments to keep the guests engaged.

 #04 // Planning

Expert planning is what separates a professional DJ from a rookie DJ. They are proficient in overall planning and execution. They consider all possibilities in advanced and take care of minor details. They use the best practices to make the event successful.

#05 // Right Attitude and Attire

Expert wedding DJs arrive in style; they make sure they wear presentable clothing, behave politely and maintain the overall entertainment of the wedding. They respect your guests and try to please them.

 

#06 // Convenience and complete peace of mind

Hiring an expert wedding DJ makes things convenient for the bride and groom, while also making them feel comfortable so they can enjoy the music and dance with their guests. They provide you with a complete peace of mind, and a truly immersive as well as awesome experience that is sure to give you the wedding of your dreams.

 

 

CONCLUSION

No doubt, wedding DJs are highly cost-effective and ideal for any wedding. So no matter what you have planned, you can always hire a professional wedding DJ to make your wedding party unforgettable and unique.

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One of the best moments of your wedding day is witnessing so many friends and family gathered in one place. Not only is a wedding a chance to celebrate your new marriage, but it’s also a prime opportunity to let loose with those you love. Fun wedding games of all kinds energize the evening, adding a childlike playfulness to the event and helping groups mingle and socialize.

Wedding reception games get guests of all ages out of their chairs and dancing, taking pictures or throwing that bocce ball. What’s more, many of these games are easy to DIY and require little to no materials at all. Consider this list of wedding game ideas when planning the perfect love-filled wedding day.

 

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What is an Open-Format DJ?

Simply put, an Open-Format DJ (or Multi-Genre DJ) is a DJ who will perform a mix (or set) based upon:

1. One specific genre of music you request;
2. Several types of music chosen by you; or
3. A mix of genres of the DJ’s choosing – for those who would rather leave the music selection in the hands of the expert!

Example one 

If you wanted a DJ to only play Kazakh-Electro-Swing; Post-Modern 60s Rock; or simply 1990s Electro-Grunge, an Open-Format DJ would be perfect.

Example two

When you love all the genres listed in example one and don’t want to limit yourself to only Post-Modern 60s Rock (say), an Open-Format DJ can be relied upon to blend the lot seamlessly and with flair!

Example three

Finally, for those times when your brief is very generic (think “Pop”, “Music people will dance to”, or “stuff which just works…”), or if the crowd consists of people with different or no defined music taste, an Open-Format DJ will know intuitively how to keep dance floor rocking.

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Karaoke at a Graduation Party in Eastlake, Chula Vista

You can upgrade any DJ Package to include Karaoke

You can add-on Karaoke to any of our DJ packages. We have thousands of songs to choose from. Oldies to current top hits! Our Karaoke add-on includes 2 wireless microphones so you can sing with your friends and family! Kids especially love it!