Anyone with a computer and mp3 player can hook up to some speakers and provide music for an event, but are you sure you’ll get the quality you want for your special day? There are several considerations to take into account when choosing music services for your special day.
Do it yourself
He has an mp3 player and for his cookout last month, he hooked it up to some speakers and provided hours of musical entertainment. That works well for small, informal gatherings, but when it’s a big event for a large group of people, a deejay can help set it all up. If you’re planning a small, informal reception, the do-it-yourself method may be fine, but for larger events, you may want to seek the help of a professional wedding DJ service.
ask a friend
Maybe you know a friend who deejays for fun. Or maybe you know someone who knows enough about a computer to keep up with the music. Just find the right wedding DJ to be able to handle the transition from one song to another and give instructions to the guests. DJs provide more than musical services.
Hire a Professional
As mentioned above, DJs do more than just spin records. During weddings, DJs act as emcees and direct the guests. When it’s time to cut the cake, the DJ is responsible for cutting the music and directing everyone’s attention to the action. A good DJ will keep the crowd moving and watch for signs that certain songs might not be working with this particular group of guests.
In many ways, your DJ will guide your reception. Professional wedding DJs announce the couple’s arrival, the couple’s first dance, the father-daughter dance, the cake-cutting ceremony, and at the end of the reception, the couple’s departure. A professional wedding DJ can ensure that your wedding reception progresses smoothly, allowing you to focus on spending time with your loved ones and enjoying your special day.
Live music
Some couples choose to be entertained by a live band for their special day. A band has more flexibility in the tempo of songs, adjusting songs to be slower or faster, depending on the reaction of the crowd. But the cost of signing a good band can be quite high, and let’s face it, no band is better than a bad band. A professional wedding band can charge thousands of dollars for a couple of hours of work.
Sound volume is another problem with live bands. While a disc jockey can adjust the volume to suit the acoustics of the space, a band usually has one volume: loud. If you choose the live music route, be sure to choose a band that is familiar with weddings and is capable of handling the emcee jobs that many professional wedding DJs often hold down to a science. Someone, usually the lead singer, will be responsible for instructing everyone to gather to watch the cutting of the cake and for announcing the arrival and departure of the bride and groom.
Conclusion
Being aware of what a professional wedding DJ can bring to your special day will help you make your choice. Meet up with some live DJs and bands and be sure to find one who not only understands and plays your kind of music, but will make sure your wedding reception runs smoothly.
