MEGA MUSIC DISC JOCKEYS
Phone: (02) 9608-0000
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MEGA MUSIC DISC JOCKEYS Phone: (02) 9608-0000 |
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Type Of Entertainment |
WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT: Disc Jockey vs. Band vs. Juke Box ? |
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Well it's twelve or so months before your wedding
and you're in the market to find the best entertainment for your dollar.
Ah but it's not that easy because you've never been married before. So
what do you do? The best way to find Quality entertainment is to look for
a company with a great reputation, one that is stable. Most of the time a
friend or family member will refer you to a company. That's Great, but
please remember musical taste varies from person to person and the music
that they like may not be to your liking. Brides & grooms of today
have truly been educated when it comes to planning their wedding, There
are so many options today to choose from and the brides know exactly what
their looking for. They truly do their homework. DJ's came into the
Wedding field in about 1978 not knowing exactly what to do and making sure
everyone knew they didn't. The music was very loud (most DJs were used to
playing in clubs) and speakers were 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide and
turntables and vinyl records were placed on rubber bands so the music
wouldn't skip when the people were dancing as the floors shook. Most of
the DJs were old band members or radio DJs who had not mastered the skill
of mixing music (nor was the equipment available at the time) or keeping
the volume at a considerable level. The concept of Professional mobile
entertainment has changed for the better in the past years. Sound systems
are much more compact with High Tech State of the art components and
trained Disc Jockey's who truly understand the art of playing music and
Emceeing. It takes years to perfect the knack, as well as talent. We've
set up a guideline to help you find a great Disc Jockey. |
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| Call the establishment and ask these Questions: 1. How long have you been in Business? 2. How many people do you employ and are they employees or contractors? 3. Are we allowed to submit a music list and speak with the DJ prior to the reception? 4. What is the attire suitable for your Wedding DJs? (Suit or Black & Whites is a must) 5. How vast is your music collection? (Minimum 5 x decades and in some cases 7 x decades) 6. Do you have a list of testimonials/referrals from past clients? 7. How many functions have you performed at? 8. Do you require a deposit? How much? (at least 50%) 9. What form of payment do you accept? 10. Is there someone to replace you in case of
sickness? |
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The entertainer should cater the function to
tailor your needs not theirs. If you don't feel comfortable with a DJ or
Agency don't use them. Not every person is right for you, It takes a lot
of work to find the right DJ. You should always have the option in
speaking with the DJ closer to the date of the reception (not the office
staff as they won't be the person performing at the function and should be
part of the service free of charge) When speaking with the DJ, confirm the
times and music selection and asked him/her for their qualified opinion. If
additional music is to be provided by yourself, let the DJ know who will
be providing the music to him/her at the function. Make sure you receive a
confirmation letter from the company that the booking is secured and
clearing stating the date, time and fees. (make sure the price is G.S.T.
included) Deposit should be paid within 14 days of you confirming and the
remainder payable before or at the commencement of the reception. (check
the payment terms with the company). Tipping is allowed and is at your
discretion. Parking should be supplied to the DJ so they can get into the
function room as soon as possible. A meal should also be supplied (deli
platters are acceptable). No Alcoholic beverage should be included or
consumed during a wedding by the DJ (if he says he must have a few drinks
look elsewhere!). |
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Some DJs and bands are more experienced in
different music styles and eras and may reflect on the price. Make sure
you inform the company exactly what styles/types of music you would like
played. (remember most DJs will take requests). If you know the particular
company is playing at a wedding reception before your reception and you
would like to see them perform, we suggest that you DO NOT go to a
function to see the DJ (You would not want someone to barge into your
function unannounced) because it is against the rules of most function
facilities. Bands and DJs of the past would allow most people to walk
right into a function room and disrupt the event. This is not accepted
(nor do you want uninvited guests), All functions are closed to its
attendees and are considered private affairs. It also breaks the
entertainer's concentration and he/she does not perform at his/her best,
Quite simply it's not professional. |
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A reputable company should be in business for at least five years and having performed at least 5000 or more functions. A DJ must wear a suit or at least black & whites at your event. We feel a DJ should have most of the music list that you submit four weeks prior to your function. Companies should have a list of testimonials or referral letters for you to view. This is all relevant for no function is exactly the same (nor would you want it to be). Make sure you can contact the company at any time in case of an emergency. Prices can range from $ 350.00 - $ 1000.00 or more with most rates based on five hours. Extra time should be spelt out in your confirmation letter or contract and will vary depending on the situation. The Set up time should be no less than 30 minutes prior to a wedding. Make sure to ask the event coordinator to set up tables pre-dressed prior to the DJs arrival to expedite set up. A DJ's sound system should be in some kind of console or coffin to protect the equipment and give it a neat professional appearance (this say's a lot about the company or DJ your dealing with). Most of all remember to have the best time with the music performed by the original artists. GOOD LUCK! |
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