So you are getting married soon and you and your future partner make the decision that it's time to set up planning for the big day. Besides the venue, the
caterer, photographer, wedding gown, rings, cake, flowers, and further, you have
to decide on a wedding DJ or a wedding band for your musical entertainment. Let's say you make a
decision to select a DJ over a band. A lot of excellent specialized wedding DJs
get booked anyplace from 6 months to 18 months in advance, so begin looking
early specially if your wedding date is in May or June.
You can also read our Blog articles about the wedding DJ.
Now that you know when to begin looking for a DJ you must know where to get them. You
can get DJs from a range of sources, friends, family, the internet, print ads,
from other vendors, etc. A general error by most people is that they tend to
believe that all DJs are pretty much equal, which couldn't be more from the
truth. Just about every DJ has their own distinctive style and echelon of
professionalism which they bring to the table. When looking for a DJ, look for
one that specializes in weddings .
If they do other kinds of procedures to, that's superb provided that they
have considerable experience performing at weddings. As well, a large range of music is important, everyone has
different tastes, and more than probable so will your guests.
Now that you know where to get a DJ , and the basics of what to look for,
it's time to begin contacting DJs and start making appointments for
interviewing. Remember you want a professional for your wedding, not a hobbyist,
this is your wedding day, and you only get one opportunity to do it correct. As
soon as you begin to make contact with DJs you'll know very soon which are
professionals, and which are just "weekend warriors".
If no one answers the phone when you call, or they don't return your query
punctually (no later than 24 hours) move on to the next one. Why? If a DJ can't
return your phone call or e-mail on time, that shows a lack of dependability and
professionalism.
Ensure that the DJ has references, is eager to meet with you, see the venue,
has quality equipment, and possibly most important, has a written agreement.
Before signing a contract, discuss any overtime
fees, your plans for your
wedding, special songs, their back-up plans for personnel, transportation, and
equipment, etc. After signing a contract with any DJ, the key to a successful wedding
reception (and sometimes the ceremony) is communication. Most professional wedding DJs do much more
than just play music, some are pretty much the wedding coordinators as well.
They make sure that everything goes smoothly and all your "wedding events" for
instance the cake cutting, and bouquet
toss, special dances, etc get done in a reasonable time frame.
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