Wedding Planning Tips
How should we select music for our wedding reception? 
As professional DJ’s it is our job and passion to be knowledgeable about a variety of music genres. We have years of experience performing for diverse crowds. We ask that you use the Music List tool to provide us with “Must Play”,” Maybe Play “and “Do Not Play” lists. We will use these lists as well as crowd reaction to keep everyone dancing. We can also take requests from your guests if you choose. We will work requests into the play list based on their appropriateness, dance ability, etc.
When completing the Music List and Wedding Planner please keep your guests in mind. You may be tempted to put participation dances on your” Do Not Play” list or you may want to hear nothing but your favorite genre all night long. However, our goal is to encourage everyone to participate in your celebration. A good way to do this is to start out with oldies/Motown – they appeal to a broad range of ages and create excitement. Mix in a polka or two for the older generations. Don’t forget the dance classics – disco, 80’s and 90’s. Use participation dances to get everyone on the floor. Play hip-hop music later in the evening to appeal to the younger guests. Mix in sets of slow dances throughout the evening.
Note: we can only play 60-70 songs during a four- hour show.
When can we go over our Wedding Planner with our DJ?
Your Wedding Planner is due no later than 3 weeks before your event. If you want to meet with your DJ in person, please submit your Wedding Planner at least 6 weeks prior to your event. This will give us plenty of time to arrange a meeting that is convenient to both you and your DJ. Please keep in mind that our DJ’s have full-time jobs during the week and they live throughout the metro area.
The purpose of the meeting is to review your completed Planner with your DJ. For example: explain any special dedications or announcements and go over the pronunciation of names for the Grand March. Please refrain from using this opportunity to make changes to or add to your Planner.
Please do not feel that you have to meet with your DJ. A phone consultation is another great option for going over the Planner with your DJ. The weeks leading up to your wedding are stressful enough without adding another thing to your list. The Planner is very thorough and please be assured that your DJ will be well-prepared to perform at your wedding regardless of whether or not they meet with you in person.
What if we want a song played at our reception and we can’t find it in the Music Database?
If you would like to request a song but you don’t see it in our online music database, please ask us! Call or send an email listing the song title and artist. We will try to locate the song and have it available for your event. Please keep in mind that your Music List is due no later than 3 weeks before your event Therefore we ask that any special requests be made at least 3 weeks prior to your event as well.
What special provisions do I need to arrange between my facility and my DJ?
According to your Entertainment Agreement, you are required to provide the DJ with a sturdy, covered table within 25 feet of the dance floor. The table should also be within 25 feet of a reliable, 3-prong grounded circuit. Please confirm in advance that your facility is prepared to meet these requirements.
Most venues prefer that your DJ arrive and set-up prior to your guests arrival. Please communicate your DJ Start time to the facility coordinator and inform them that your DJ will arrive one hour prior to the start time to set up.
What is the timeline for a typical wedding ceremony?
Your DJ will begin by playing elegant classical music as your guests arrive and are seated. “Processional Music” is played as the bridal party begins to walk down the aisle. As the bride begins to walk down the aisle your DJ will play the traditional “Here Comes the Bride”. After the vows are completed the bride and groom will proceed back down the aisle to the traditional “Wedding March”. Please complete the Wedding Planner (one of the online wedding tools) to make any special requests and to let us know the timeline for your ceremony.
What information do I need to provide for my videographer?
Please complete the Event Timeline (one of the online wedding tools). Your videographer will need to know the timeline of your ceremony and reception to insure that they capture all the highlights of your event. Please make sure to include the address of your ceremony site.
How do I submit the photos for my Video Montage?
Please make sure to submit your photos at least 14 days in advance of your event. Please submit the photos in digitized format (on a disc) and numerically name them. We recommend that you send them in a Ziploc bag within an envelope lined with cardboard. Mail them, with your Video Montage Order Form, to the address on the form.
