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i'm stuck!!

Lau0614 Posted:

i'm stuck!!

i'm just really stuck on finding a dj. where do i even begin?? i have heard of some through friends, but then what? When I call to meet with them what should i ask? what do you do in the meeting? im confused!

MrsZtoBe Posted:

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You go and then will show you some videos of their MC's maybe. FM Entertainment is also having a showcase next week I think. You can call to make an appointment. They will give you their price list too. You just need to call and see if they have your date available and then go meet them to see if you like them.


I just started this whole process... HTH!
hogie2be Posted:

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I think this is one that is more on trust of others' judgement and luck unfortunately. I am confident in my company.. I was worried the other day about the actual dj (because we chose from a video the MC) but how do we know that they can mix and segway well, etc... my FH said I was being crazy and we can just trust them to send a professional.

disneefan Posted:

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I just got married yesterday. I used FM Entertainment. They have showcases periodically. You want to ask the DJ's whether they'll play the type of music you want. What their set up is. What else do they include? Is the ceremony music and cocktail music extra? What kind of lights do they offer? Do they play off of CD's or are they all digital with computers now? (If that makes a difference to you)

FM is fairly inexpensive compared to all the other DJ companies out there. I would definitely check them out.

Good Luck. I hope this helped.
KellymKuehn Posted:

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I think word of mouth is the best way when it comes to DJs and Photographers. I am starting that process this weekend, probably.
Just look into how long they play, do you need them for the cocktail hour, do they offer plasmas, do they digital pics, lighting... etc. And I would never book with one right away always compare prices of at least 2 or 3. It is all about what MC will suit you best. Some sit back and others really get active int he crowd.

Good Luck!
Goldie39 Posted:

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figure out what you think you need and want first. whether it's 4hr or 5hr service. do u want a one man show or an mc to motivate the crowd? do u want to show a slideshow or a montage? Do u want favors? Check around and research various packages, go to several showcases, and make sure that the dj fits into the style of your wedding. i'm booking my dj this thursday because i knew i didn't want anyone else and there's no need to look any further!

good luck!
CloudNine Posted:

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i would start with your venue's recommended vendors....look them up on here for some reviews....here's a list of questions that i brought to my dj meetings

1.Do you provide ceremony music?

2.Do you provide Cocktail Hour Music? What kind? Do you offer different packages?

3.Do you honor a Must Play/Do Not Play list?

4.Can we choose multiple entrance songs?

5.How many DJ’s are on staff?

6.Can we choose/meet see DJ & MC live or on video?

7.Are you licensed and insured?

8.Arrival time for set up?

9.How many hours are included? How much for OT?

10.Do you take breaks? How Many? How Long?

11.Number of staff coming? Provide meals?

12.Attire?

13.Do you bring back up equipment?

14.Do we or the hall need to provide anything?

15.Have you performed at Flowerfield before?

16.What happens if the DJ is sick the day of?

17.Is gratuity included? How Much? Who does it cover?

18.Do you have a sample DVD/CD?

19.How much is the deposit?

20.Method of payment?

21.Schedule of Payment?

22.Cancellation policy?

23.Will your staff be drinking alcohol?
Lau0614 Posted:

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thanks for all the suggestions.....i think i'm just going to start calling places and see what happens.

fdny3113 Posted:

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the way we narrowed it down was by going to wedding showcases. We are using tommy tunes

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