Forget your preconceived notions of wedding DJs, aka those funky 80s professionals parodied by Adam Sandler and Jon Lovitz in The Wedding Singer. Today's wedding singers are hip, fashionable and fun and able to up the ante at any wedding, ensuring an enjoyable experience for the bride and groom, as well as their guests.
Wedding DJ Duties
A wedding DJ is responsible for much more than playing music. They also serve as the wedding's Master of Ceremonies, helping to lead the wedding much like a steersman leads a ship. They help guests get to their seats, announce speeches, make toasts, and also provide the appropriate music. Much like a DJ at the club, their job is to make sure that guests are comfortable at the dance floor. Forget awkward moments of your guests staring at one another from across the room like nervous middle schoolers, a great wedding DJ will coax everyone onto the floor and enable them to have a great time.
Finding Your DJ
So if getting a wedding DJ is for you, the next step is to find the right one for your special day. As mentioned above, spinning the right tune is not enough. It is your responsibility as a couple to make sure that the DJ's personality and price point fit your plan. So even though your Great Uncle's second cousin occasionally spins on the weekends, it is to your benefit to hire a professional. A great place to find your perfect DJ is your city's bridal expo, where you can compare services and prices.
DJ Music Equipment
The DJ is responsible for supplying all of the equipment needed for the wedding. A CD player in the back corner is not enough. Make sure that they have the proper stereo equipment including speakers and a microphone (or two). Some even supply special lighting, tents, and other amenities, so shop around. You may be pleasantly surprised by what they have to offer so find out about different types of wedding packages.
Wedding DJs have come a long way from their cheesy stereotypes, and with a little effort and planning on your part you and yours can find the perfect MC for your grand occasion.
Wedding DJshave come a long way from their cheesy stereotypes, and with a little effort and planning on your part you and yours can find the perfect MC for your grand occasion.
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