Your wedding reception date is locked in, the ceremony location and dance hall are reserved, and a few of your other wedding vendors. Congratulations, you believe your major wedding decisions are already made right? Well, not quite! You could think that selecting a great DJ for a wedding will be as easy as a Google search, asking just a few friends and checking some DJ websites. All things considered, most disc jockey would be acceptable for your wedding reception right? Consider this. There is a large difference between disc jockeys and DJ companies. Certainly not just in the price of the DJ service, but also in the quality.
How do we figure out what DJ to decide on? We've taken our years of experience to compile a listing of some of the best 10 questions to ask a DJ company. We feel these questions are especially vital and frequently overlooked. Getting answers to these questions will advise you on the variations in the level of DJ's you are considering for your wedding.
1. Are they insured fully for both liability and theft coverage? We estimate that most DJ's are not properly insured with a business insurance policy! In addition, a large number of wedding reception locations are requiring evidence of insurance from the DJ.
2. Exactly how long has the wedding disc jockey company been in business?
3. Will your DJ have a written contract for you? Can the agreement be worded fairly for both parties to sign? Note: A DJ performance agreement needs to have simple, clear, and easy to understand language and be no more than the usual page or two. If it looks like you are purchasing house using a long, difficult to understand contract, we recommend selecting another disc jockey.
4. Will they organize and announce the special events, dollar dance, etc.? Will they function as the MC for your entire reception?
5. Could they play interactive games and dances with the guests if you desire that? Can these games and interactions be up to date? If they mention the hokey pokey or Macarenakeep looking for other DJs!
6. What makes them better or totally different from other wedding DJ companies?
7. In the event that the disc jockey becomes sick, has a vehicle failure, a family member emergency or for whatever reason can't arrive on time to your wedding and reception, exactly what will happen? Is there a knowledgeable DJ ready for taking their place in the last minute?
8. Are they experienced with weddings? What is it and how many?
9. If there is an equipment failure, are they going to have spare equipment positioned on site to keep your party going?
10. Can they provide you with complete and recent references: names, contact specifics, numbers, etc. of previous wedding clients?
Every one of your questions or concerns must be addressed by the potential DJ. As soon as you make a decision on the company you want for your wedding entertainment, it is advisable to reserve that date quickly. Why? Because some of the popular DJ's are booked years in advance on busy wedding dates. If you wait, you may have to settle for your second or third choice. Good luck on your hunt for a great DJ and congratulations for your upcoming wedding!
How do we figure out what DJ to decide on? We've taken our years of experience to compile a listing of some of the best 10 questions to ask a DJ company. We feel these questions are especially vital and frequently overlooked. Getting answers to these questions will advise you on the variations in the level of DJ's you are considering for your wedding.
1. Are they insured fully for both liability and theft coverage? We estimate that most DJ's are not properly insured with a business insurance policy! In addition, a large number of wedding reception locations are requiring evidence of insurance from the DJ.
2. Exactly how long has the wedding disc jockey company been in business?
3. Will your DJ have a written contract for you? Can the agreement be worded fairly for both parties to sign? Note: A DJ performance agreement needs to have simple, clear, and easy to understand language and be no more than the usual page or two. If it looks like you are purchasing house using a long, difficult to understand contract, we recommend selecting another disc jockey.
4. Will they organize and announce the special events, dollar dance, etc.? Will they function as the MC for your entire reception?
5. Could they play interactive games and dances with the guests if you desire that? Can these games and interactions be up to date? If they mention the hokey pokey or Macarenakeep looking for other DJs!
6. What makes them better or totally different from other wedding DJ companies?
7. In the event that the disc jockey becomes sick, has a vehicle failure, a family member emergency or for whatever reason can't arrive on time to your wedding and reception, exactly what will happen? Is there a knowledgeable DJ ready for taking their place in the last minute?
8. Are they experienced with weddings? What is it and how many?
9. If there is an equipment failure, are they going to have spare equipment positioned on site to keep your party going?
10. Can they provide you with complete and recent references: names, contact specifics, numbers, etc. of previous wedding clients?
Every one of your questions or concerns must be addressed by the potential DJ. As soon as you make a decision on the company you want for your wedding entertainment, it is advisable to reserve that date quickly. Why? Because some of the popular DJ's are booked years in advance on busy wedding dates. If you wait, you may have to settle for your second or third choice. Good luck on your hunt for a great DJ and congratulations for your upcoming wedding!
About the Author:
By Tom Kenemore, Pro Sound & Light Show Disc Jockeys & Uplighting, Minneapolis, Minnesota. For more advice and tips on wedding planning, check out Wedding DJ Minnesota. Pro Sound & Light Show DJ's & Uplighting provide award winning Minnesota Wedding DJs as well as wedding DJ's and Uplighting in Wisconsin and the UP of Michigan.
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