Music and entertainment are essential elements of your wedding reception and getting it right can make or break your wedding! It is a difficult decision to make with so many different varieties of bands, entertainers and DJs available. It is no wonder that so many couples have trouble choosing to have live music or a DJ for their wedding reception. It can be even more difficult to make the choice if you don’t know what you should expect these service providers to provide for your wedding reception.
Focusing on wedding DJs, we are all familiar with the stereotypical cheesy wedding DJ who embarrasses your guests and whose appearance and performance become a standing joke at your wedding! What should you be looking for when choosing a wedding... (more...)
As is often the case in society, some things or ideas become trendy with little thought to practical implementation. A few years ago, it was the idea of a “sponsored wedding” that somehow everyone would want to donate their services to you in the hopes of getting business from others. Sounds like a good idea, but never really took off because all the vendors realized that a sponsored wedding only generated more requests for sponsored weddings, not more business for them. So people that overspent on some items counting on the reception being paid for by others soon were in trouble as their budget was gone and they were still missing major parts of their event program.
Today, the trendy topic is DIY receptions by using an ipod and... (more...)
Chances are this is your first time hiring a Lynchburg Disc Jockey Service. Many people are tempted to ask (What is your price?) for their first question when interviewing a prospective Lynchburg Disc Jockey service. This is not the best way to start your interview. Price is important but not the determining factor. You want to get all of the information and the most for your money. One potential DJ may charge less because the company is less experienced or is not as well equipped to handle your function. Some DJ services charge more because their service has a great reputation and may have many bookings. They may also have an exceptional sound and light show and many years of experience. Remember the law of supply and demand. There is Shop... (more...)
1. Official Entertainment DJs are highly experienced. Because we’ve earned the reputation as the best private party disc jockey service in the area, we perform more often. We may not be old enough to have 25 years of experience, like some of the competition, but we average over 70 events per year. Our experience is not measure just on how long we’ve been Disk Jockeys.
2. Official Entertainment are our “pros”. We provide disc jockeys which only use the top-of-the-line equipment. We provide the special music you ask for, and make sure our disc jockeys have huge selections appropriate for your event. We have dedicated ourselves to providing the most professional service at each point of contact.
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Prompt return of your phone calls or emails.
You should expect to get a call back or email back within 24 hours. The only exception may be weekends when most DJs are performing. Official Entertainment usually will return your call or email back much faster.
Willingness to meet with you and present his/her service.
Will the DJ try to meet with you soon, or is he/she just trying to book the date sight unseen? Is their material neat and professional looking, and is their presentation organized and informative?
Is the price too good to be true?
It seems that the DJ is often the last service chosen, after much of the budget is expended on a venue, food and clothing. This often leads brides and party planners to shop for the cheapest price possible... (more...)
You pretty much have most of the vendors chosen for your wedding, but now onto the wedding DJ pricing. So how much does a wedding DJ cost? You will see many different wedding DJ prices, keep these points in mind and you will find the right one.
Cheap Wedding DJ Prices
These prices will usually be in the ranges of 100.00 an hour or less. Many of these wedding DJs are part time hobbyists. They might have no idea how to coordinate and deliver what you want at your wedding. Just call these companies and you will notice a huge difference with their customer service skills. This might be a risky deal because they might show up with low grade equipment (if they even show up at all). There is a possibility that you can spend $200-$600 on your wedding... (more...)
You’re engaged, congratulations! Now what? If you’re like most brides you’re probably overwhelmed with all the planning that goes into creating a fairy-tale reception. Did you know that finding the perfect DJ is one of the biggest responsibilities you have? THAT’S RIGHT! “One of the biggest responsibilities”. Let me prove it to you. Ask yourself what would you love to hear as your guests are leaving? Could it be…?
“WOW that was the most fun I’ve ever had at a wedding, your reception was absolutely beautiful, every detail was perfect!” If that’s what you want to hear, then finding the best DJ is the most important job you’ll have when planning your reception. This is because... (more...)
So you’re getting married soon and you and your future spouse decide it’s time to start planning for the big day. Besides the venue, the caterer, photographer, wedding gown, rings, cake, flowers, and more, you have to get a DJ or a band for your musical entertainment. Let’s say you decide to choose a DJ over a band. A lot of top-notch professional wedding DJs get booked anywhere from 6 months to 18 months in advance, so start looking early especially if your wedding date is in May or June.
Now that you know when to start looking for a DJ you need to know where to find them. You can find DJs from a variety of sources, friends, family, the internet, print ads, from other vendors, etc. A common mistake by most people is that they tend... (more...)
Most of our clients have never hired a disc jockey service before. Because it is there first time hiring a DJ, they are not really sure how to find a professional DJ or what to look for.
Here are some questions to consider when hiring a DJ service:
Do You Provide A Written Agreement?
It is very important to confirm your booking in writing. Terms should be clearly defined to avoid future problems.
Are You Insured?
Be confident that the DJ you hire will show up for your affair! Insurance will give security & protection to you and your guests, as well as the DJ and his expensive gear!
Do You Have Backup Equipment and DJs?
Even professional audio equipment can fail on occasion; don’t let this put an early end to your affair. Make sure there... (more...)
