Michelle & Sean Silverman

Michelle & Sean Silverman

June 16th 2012 

Double Tree Resort

More than Just the Music

A Wedding DJ/MC Has Many More Responsibilities Than You Might Think 

A wedding is a unique event with many formalities and traditions. Unlike a birthday party were you have 2 simple traditions, sing "Happy Birthday" & blow out the candles.  A DJ can get by with just playing music at a birthday,  but a weddings are much more details. 

Music is just a tool DJ's use to create a lively atmosphere for dancing. It can also be disruptive at a reception if it's the wrong music being played at the wrong times, and volume levels.
A wedding needs direction, guests need guidance. Every wedding is different, and there are several transitions throughout the evening. Without direction or guidance people are lost just like a ship without it's captain.

When a Mobile DJ performs at a wedding, he has much bigger role and many more responsibilities to handle then just playing music.

The Responsibilities & Duties of a Disc Jockey, The Day of the Wedding…

1. Master of Ceremonies – A good experienced MC will keep your guests informed about the activities & formalities throughout the night, and make timely & appropriate announcements without taking the focus off the Bride & Groom.

2. Director – Weddings need direction because of all the formal events that take place. The director is primarily the MC/DJ. The director guides the guests throughout the night. The MC has the wedding entertainment training to keep the reception flowing smoothly.

3. On-Site Coordinator –Your DJ will work with you your banquet manager, and all other day of vendors to keep your reception on schedule. A professional DJ/MC will make sure all vendors are prepared & ready before any announcement of an activity is made.

4. Music Programmer – Anybody can play music. Playing the right music at the right times, at the right volume levels, and be able to generate a dance floor and keep it going for everyone to enjoy is something only an experienced trained professional can do. If you bring in an amateur to just play music, your party will end fast. The music will set the mood & the tone of a reception..

5. Music Expert – In this day & age anybody can have a vast music library. Having music is one thing, but knowing music is another. Every wedding has a diverse crowd that will enjoy a variety of all types of music. It takes years of experience to learn all styles of music and to know it well.

6. Lighting Tech – Proper lighting also sets the mood during dinner or late in the night. Your DJ should control the lighting so it’s not too bright for dinner or not to dark later for dancing. He will also brings the right kind of lighting for dancing.

7. Crowd Motivator – Unexpected things can happen at a wedding, like rain, or the cake toppling over, etc.. An experienced pro can recognize the situation, lighten the mood, and continue the fun & festivities no matter what. A good DJ can create a fun filled environment without stealing the spotlight.

8. Music Mixer – The better DJ’s can beat match music for a smooth transition from one song to the next without disrupting a dance floor.

9. Problem Solver – When guests need to know anything, more than likely they will ask the DJ. He is “the answer man”, he knows where the restrooms are, the gift table is located, etc..

10. Roadie – A DJ has to bring more equipment, notes and supplies then any other vendor you may hire, and usually sets up without help. Forgetting one thing could be disastrous to the event.

11. Board Operator – A DJ should know how to work his audio & lighting systems. Yet some DJ’s use rental or borrowed equipment, and while at your event, learn it as they go along.

12. Audio Tech – In case of technical difficulties or audio failure, a DJ should be able to recognize the problem promptly, and know how to fix it. A Pro DJ should always carry back up equipment. If an Amplifier goes out with no back up the party ends.

13. Etiquette - Maintain a high level of etiquette at all times.

Services & Responsibilities before the Wedding …

1. Event Planner – Help coordinate your event schedule in a 2 to 3 hour personal planning session, with a timely detailed itinerary and check list in the manner and style you desire, and ensuring that your every need
& wish is carried out.

A. Go over all the details of the wedding, and make a  back up CD with the formal songs.

B. Send an email of the agenda out to all other day of wedding vendors to ensure we are all working together as a team, and your reception is in sync.
This prevents the Bride & Groom from being interrupted throughout the reception.

C. Make a check list: Make sure all equipment, formal music, and tux is packed and ready to go 3 hours prior to the start time.

D. Refer you to other quality wedding vendors that will fit your needs.

Most of all a DJ is responsible making sure your wedding is engaging, fun, and memorable for you and your guests.

A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event that needs to be done right the first time because there is no doing it over tomorrow.

All other day of responsibilities…

Sound checks, check volume of music & microphones.
Find out the seating arrangements of the wedding party.
Go over the agenda with the catering manager & banquet captain.
Turn off all house music before starting his music.
Find out where house lights are dimmed, and dim at the appropriate time.
Go over the agenda with photographer & videographer and cover the procedures for Grand Intro, toast, cake etc..
Check microphone frequencies with videographer to make sure they don’t interfere with each other.
Locate the person giving the blessing.
Verify with banquet manager when the food is ready.
Verify all pronunciations of bridal party, the order to walk in, and instruct where to walk in.
Coordinate the releasing of guests tables through the buffet line (if necessary)
Talk to each member of the wedding party about toasts, and instruct each speaker on proper microphone use, and at the end to raise their glass to toast.
Check cake table for knife, plates, and napkins.
Locate the throw bouquet.
Remind the B&G to visit with guests, and or use the restroom when finished with dinner.
Remind parents for the parent’s dances, and timing.
Verify that all parents are in the room & bridal party members and at the head table for the toast.
Double check the batteries in the microphones before toasts.
Confirm that the photographer & videographer are ready before the first dance and all other formalities.
Be ready to adjust lighting for the Bride & Groom’s first dance.
Locate the bouquet for the toss.
Bring out a chair for the garter removal.
Talk to the Best man & Maid of Honor about helping with the money dance.
At the end of the night personally congratulate the Bride & Groom
Make sure the DJ’s area is clean before he leaves.

Mark Sanchez
(602) 509-0519

AZDJService.com
 

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Investment

Investment
When it comes to planning your a wedding, a great amount of time and money is invested.
When you are ready to select your entertainment there's a few things you should know.

How much money should you pay for a Disc Jockey?

A wedding DJ/MC has many responsibilities including making sure your wedding  is engaging, fun, and memorable for you and your guests. The entertainment you choose will make the difference between your guests leaving early or creating lasting memories until the end of the night.  No matter what else happens, a great experienced professional DJ/MC can help you get a maximum return on your investment of your celebration.

When searching for a wedding DJ , you will notice a large disparity in prices.
The price you pay for entertainment is a direct reflection of the quality you will receive, which is a direct reflection of the success of your event.

Cheap entertainment is not good and good entertainment is not cheap. A Disc Jockey will charge what they believe they're worth.

If a DJ could charge more for their services they would?

A DJ can make it a great celebration that everyone will remember, or a reception you would soon like to forget.

Consider that if you are paying an average to below average price for your Disc Jockey, you are taking a chance on a DJ who is most likely not a truly skilled professional and may very well sell your reception to an even less qualified Disc Jockey that you may meet for the very first time at your reception or special event.
Ask yourself again, on this important day;
Do you really want an average, or even a below average wedding reception, and have your guests thinking the same thing?

“Why don't you have your pricing packages posted on your website?”

Every wedding or event is different and unique in their own way. I like to find out what your needs and wants are first, then custom craft a package to give you just the right service
you want.
I'm not your typical average "run-of-the-mill" DJ, that does the same worn out routine for every wedding.
Therefore I do not have cookie-cutter prices on my website.
A DJ that is truly professional will probably not post his prices on his website. DJ's that post rates or gives you a price first, to me, that means they care more about your money then the details of your wedding.
Find out what makes a DJ worth his fee.

Why is PME Disc Jockey Service the best value for my money?

No Overhead...
PME is just Mark, there are no employees that work for me, and never will.
Your investment will not go to other people that won't even be at your event.

No Monthly Rent Payment...
Since it's just me, there's no reason to have an outside office. Many of the multi-system DJ services have outside offices that can be very costly.

No Advertising Costs...
90% of my business comes from word-of-mouth referrals. The bigger companies
need to spend thousands of dollars per year on advertising to keep all of their Disc Jockey's booked all year long. Guess who pays the advertising costs, rent for the fancy offices, and the paychecks for owners & managers who won't even be at your event?

Outside of business cards, I spend little to no money on advertising.
You will not find PME DJ Service at bridal shows or advertise in bridal magazines.
What you should be paying a wedding Disc Jockey for is their....

******** Talent ********
****** Experience ******
*** Quality of Service ***
******* Expertise *******

" That's how the level of my price is based."

Your wedding or event is to important to just look for the lowest price.
The bottom line is the best value for your money.

That's why PME is the best investment for your wedding.

Mark Sanchez
www.azdjservice.com 

"Average Is As Average Does"

"Average Is As Average Does"

If you are considering hiring an average Wedding DJ, will you be content with an average overall reception entertainment experience? Can something that is just average create something that is truly remarkable?

Would you expect an average caterer to deliver the best tasting food and quality service? Would you expect an average florist to create decorations that are breathtakingly creative and original, or would you expect them to look...average?

Why would you expect anything more than average from an average Wedding DJ?

Average means ordinary, commonplace, humdrum, fair, intermediate, moderate, undistinguished, run-of-the-mill, mediocre, unexceptional, or typical.

These words accurately describe what you can expect your guests to experience if you select an average “Wedding DJ”. If you would prefer for your guests to experience a reception that is exceptional, first-class, marvelous, outstanding, phenomenal, remarkable, extraordinary, sophisticated and wonderful, then you might just be looking for Unforgettable Reception Entertainment.

It is possible that you could find an “Average Wedding DJ” who also happens to be able to deliver a high quality service and level of performance, but chances are they won't be just an average Wedding DJ for long. Average Wedding DJs tend to deliver average service along with average performances due to an average level of skill and talent which then garners them only an average amount of demand forcing them into the range of Average Pricing.

This average level of service and performance also creates a reception experience that can best be described as McWeddings. When more and more of your guests have been exposed to more and more “Average Wedding DJs”, their expectations for having an enjoyable time at your wedding reception become lower and lower.

If you seek out a professional Wedding Entertainment Specialist you can find by asking the right questions, not only will your guests enjoy themselves, they will be raving afterwards for months and even years to come that yours was "The Best Wedding Reception...Ever!"

Credentials

Professional DJ/MC, Wedding Specialist/Director

Mark has had a passion for helping couples create memorable fun wedding receptions since 1990 as a professional Disc Jockey and Master of Ceremonies.

His entertainment background started when his talents were discovered during a contest at a popular Phoenix night spot. He went on to be one of the most sought after Disc Jockeys in the Valley entertaining at various night spots. His vision turned to weddings when couples asked Mark to entertain for them at their wedding receptions.

In 2001 his vision of exceptional weddings turn into his passion and started booking weddings for a full time career.

Over 1,700 Weddings performed since 1990.

Former President & Vice-President of The American Disc Jockey Association Phoenix Chapter.

Worked as a DJ for multiple popular Phoenix area nightclubs for an 8 year period starting in 1987.

One of the Valleys first ever Karaoke host in 1989.

2 year Member of Toastmasters International.

Completion & certification of the Marbecca Love Story Workshop Aug.7th of 2005.. (Training on how to write & read stories)

Completion & Certification of the Marbecca Master of Ceremonies Workshop Sept. 14th of 2007.

Elected Advisory Committee Chair at Scottsdale Community College for the first ever Disc Jockey degree in the country in 2010. (Disc Jockey 101)

Completion and certification of the Wedding MBA (Merchant and Business Academy) in 2007

Presenter & public speaking engagements for several ADJA chapters, Scottsdale Community College classes & The Las Vegas DJ Show. Topics include, Music Programming, Mastering Your Music, The Basics of a Professional Master of Ceremonies and Beat Mixing.

Performed weddings for 5 different MLB players, by word of mouth referral.

Brandon & Lindsey Wood

I love helping Brides & Grooms create incredibly fun unique unforgettable wedding receptions in Arizona.

Shelby Skinner & Joseph Davis

Shelby Skinner & Joseph Davis

                                          January 26, 2018                                            

Boojum Tree

   Phoenix, AZ. 

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How Much Should Your Wedding DJ Cost?

How Much Should Your Wedding DJ Cost?

Honestly? Probably more than you were planning to pay.

Why?

Because this isn’t easy to say, I don’t say it lightly: When it comes to Wedding DJ’s, Brides and Grooms can and should expect more professionalism than the status quo that has been perpetuated as “acceptable” for far too long.

And that’s not just my opinion. Over the years I’ve talked to brides, grooms, friends, other wedding professionals and even wedding DJ’s and everyone seems to agree that the bar for Wedding DJ professionalism has been set (but even more oddly, accepted) at an often shockingly low level of expectation. In many cases the quality of the service provided falls well beneath the level of mediocrity. IMO that’s not OK because the reputation of the entire DJ industry is damaged every time a DJ falls short. It’s created an atmosphere of apathy where people in need of a DJ often hope to pay very little for one simply because they expect so little in return.

This post isn’t about bashing what I consider to be average or stereotypical Wedding DJ’s. For the most part I don’t think there’s anything particularly deceptive about how most of them run or market their companies. It’s not a bait and switch scenario. Clients hire them with their eyes wide open, understanding the level of service they will receive. Some are willing to contract an average DJ because they think what they’re seeing is “as good as it gets.”

In some cases their expectations are so low they don’t even try to find a qualified DJ or MC because they don’t realize good DJ’s exist. Recently I stumbled upon this blog post on Vegan Bride titled “Phil Birdsell Saved the Day!” written by her real life groom. It’s a perfect example of what this article is all about. He and his bride weren’t going to hire a Professional DJ… Until they met Phil Birdsell who completely transformed their perception of what a wedding DJ can be and exceeded all of their expectations.

I know a common misconception is that all DJ’s are “cheesy” or as MC’s they are “obnoxious” on the microphone. So the logic is: Why pay a lot for someone who is most likely going to annoy or disappoint you? For some companies those may be accurate descriptions of the types of services they provide. But I want to share with you today that not all DJ companies are like that…

Some are good.

Some are really good.

A select few are truly great.

CONSIDERATIONS

IMO the major factors that really matter when it comes to price are:

Budget

If a particular DJ doesn’t fit your budget, keep looking for the most qualified one who does. You want to choose the right DJ to entrust your reception to: One who is going to try their hardest and do their best for you, not the first one you talk to or the most convenient one.

What is a DJ Worth?

The answer to this question varies based on your needs, expectations and priorities and the level of talent, skills and customer service a DJ is able to provide to you.

The funny thing (as in ironic not ha ha) is that I have worked in the wedding industry for 13 years and by far know more vendors who do not charge enough for their services than those who overcharge. So many people who work in the wedding industry do so because they love to make people happy, they’re really not in it for the money. Some barely charge enough to break even on the cost of their labor, supplies and equipment. (When I was a custom bridal accessory designer I spent a lot of energy talking brides out of things they didn’t need because IMO when it comes to wedding accessories, less is more. Less will always look classic and elegant while too much can look costumed or silly.)

Are DJ’s Who Charge More Worth More?

They can be but it may take research on your part to verify if a company is charging what they’re worth or if they are simply being opportunistic. The sad truth is that any company can “look” legitimate. All they have to do is build a nice looking website, print up some business cards and brochures and start advertising. They may even have some impressive credentials. But those things alone aren’t a guarantee of anyone’s current level of professionalism or your satisfaction as their client.

On the flip side of buyer beware is knowing that paying a premium price for something doesn’t always mean it’s overpriced. Whether or not something costs “too much” can be determined by the answer to this question: Is it worth what it costs? You can spend $5,000 dollars on something that’s worth $10,000 and get a great deal. Or you can spend the same $5000 on something that’s only worth $50 and be completely taken advantage of.

My POV is: “Value is not relative to price but to the quality of the product or service you receive in return for your investment.”

DJ as MC

And what about their Master of Ceremonies skills? Especially if you haven’t ever seen them perform before I urge you not to just send out an email or chat on the phone before hiring a DJ because they will almost always be acting as your MC. You need to meet them in person. During your face to face consultation you can see their personality and even ask them to stand and do an introduction for you. When they do, watch for the following elements to see if they have mastered the MC skills needed to do a great job at your wedding:

* Facial expression and demeanor: Do they smile and look happy to be there?

* Body language: Do they slouch, rock or shift about nervously once they begin speaking? Or do they stand straight and tall with confidence?

* What are their speaking skills like? Do they talk so fast you can barely understand them? Or are they so timid you can’t imagine them getting everyone out on the dance floor?

* Do they sound engaged, interested and excited to be there or is their voice flat as if they are reading a nutrition label on a box of breakfast cereal?

* What does their voice sound like? Do they speak with sincerity in their own voice or turn on a different affected performance voice once they’re speaking into a microphone? (Or spoon or ballpoint pen, whatever is handy during your consultation.)

After taking Mark Ferrell’s MC workshop it is now much more apparent to me how undervalued and overlooked MC skills have been in both the past and present. It’s all the more shocking because everything the MC does is an integral part of your wedding reception and should be considered when you are choosing your Wedding DJ.

WHO DO YOU HIRE?

The first and most important question would be: Were you referred to a particular DJ by someone you know and trust, who hired them for an event and were thrilled by their service? Or were you impressed when you saw them successfully performing at another event? If your answer to either question is yes, that may be all you need to know when it comes to selecting who to hire.

If you’re starting from scratch, here are some tips that may help you decide if a company is going to delight or disappoint you. If you can answer “yes” to all or most of the questions below you’re definitely on the right track to finding a DJ of quality.

Does the DJ you are considering hiring:

* Have a Business License?

* Use a Written Contract? Do they guarantee the date, their arrival and departure time and the rate they are charging you?

* Have Quality Equipment?

* Are They Insured?

* Own a Vehicle Large Enough to Transport all of the Needed Equipment? Or will they forego the correct equipment because they don’t have the space to transport it?

* Come Prepared with Back Up Equipment?

* Dress Appropriately?

* Not Use Inappropriate Language?

* Not Drink Alcohol on the Job?

* Bring an Assistant When Necessary? i.e. not enough time allowed for set up before guests arrive or lots of stairs that their equipment must be carried up and down.

* Are they a member of an organization that has real standards for business practices and ethics? A group where not just anyone can pay to be a member.

But here are the intangibles:

These are the things that you can’t always discern from a website. These are the things a trusted testimonial from someone you know or an eyewitness account can confirm. Does the DJ you are considering hiring:

* Rely on Expertise not Ego?

* Deserve your trust?

* Have Solid MC Skills?

* Know how to Use Their Equipment Properly?

* Understand the Pacing and Timing of the Reception?

* Have a personality that reflects your own and/or the type of event you would like to host for your guests?

* Care About Your Wedding? Are they honored to be a part of your special day or is it just a job to earn money?

There is a Big Difference Between how “Professional” and “Stereotypical” DJ’s View Weddings

To me there are no exceptions, every DJ is one or the other. It comes down to integrity and the choice they make when it comes to how do they approach your wedding day? You will find both types of DJ’s within owner operated and multi-op companies. Professionalism is defined as competence and skill. The Professional understands and cares that your wedding is special and will use their competence and skills to help make it enjoyable and memorable. For the Stereotypical DJ’s, the common perception is that they treat weddings as just another “gig” on their calendar.

Do you remember in the movie “My Best Friend’s Wedding” when Julia Robert’s self centered, no frills character makes the analogy that she is “Jell-O” and in the same breath labeled Cameron Diaz’s sincere character as being “Creme Brulee?”

Professional DJ’s are the Creme Brulee

They are honest, have integrity and treat being a DJ as an occupation, not a hobby. Professionals know that their business requires commitment, effort and integrity to be successful. They treat their clients with appreciation and respect because they care about the fact that weddings are special events.

I’ve noticed over the years that because they get to know their clients so well, many owner operated “Professional” vendors in all categories, often create friendships with their clients that may last for years or decades. That’s a great thing!

A Professional DJ will incur many overhead expenses to maintain their company and the high level of service they provide to their clients. These costs have to be factored into the price they charge for their services to create a profit margin. The expenses may include but are not limited to:

* An annual business license

* Registering their business name (DBA) with the city

* Business Insurance

* Association Fees

* Computer and needed software

* Collateral/Printshop: Brochures, business cards, letterhead, etc.

* Website which includes: Design, development, monthly hosting fees, annual renewal for their domain name, periodic updates to their webmaster, etc.

* Continuing Education: Attending educational industry events, workshops, seminars and conferences

* Graphic Designer: Logo design & collateral development

* Equipment: Initial purchase, maintenance and repair

* Company Vehicle: A DJ has to own a vehicle large enough to transport their equipment to and from your event. Some own a dedicated vehicle and others purchase a larger personal vehicle than they actually need on a day to day basis simply to be able to transport their equipment on the weekends.

* Gas and mileage: Some events and consultations may entail a 4+ hour round trip to reach the wedding venue

* Vehicle maintenance and repair

* Paying assistants when required to do their job properly

* Advertising: Bridal shows, magazines, etc.

* Hiring a book keeper or accountant

Stereotypical DJ’s are like Jell-O

Sometimes Jell-O does hit the spot, it can have its moment. But as Julia said in the movie: “Jell-O can NEVER be creme brulee!” The Stereotypical DJ’s have made being average an accepted standard. Many often treat being a DJ like a hobby. Their most common offenses, many of which you may have witnessed in person or have seen portrayed in movies or on tv that have helped to perpetuate the stereotype are: Being late, incorrectly pronouncing the bride or groom’s name during the introductions, not knowing how to properly use their own equipment, not following the timeline for announcements, dressing or acting inappropriately; hitting on guests, drinking on the job, using inappropriate language or using inappropriate humor.

I know. I get and empathize that these are the reasons that some of you are considering making your own mixed music cd or playlist and may forego hiring a DJ. You just don’t want to risk “that guy” showing up and ruining your wedding reception. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

If you didn’t before I hope you now realize that there are highly skilled, experienced, talented, caring Professional DJ’s out there. They do exist!

So, How Much Should your Wedding DJ Cost?

Because different areas of the country have different price ranges, and different couples have different needs and budgets, it isn’t possible for me to give you a definitive amount.

The best guidance I can offer is directly related to the following factors:

* Do you want your guests to be able to hear the ceremony and vows by using an additional sound system not provided by your venue?

* How important is the success of your reception to you and your fiance? Do you want classy intros, someone who entertains (as opposed to interrupts) your guests, unobtrusive sound systems that won’t look tacky in photos and great music & dancing for your reception? How things sound and how successful the dancing goes is especially important if you’ve hired a wedding videographer.

* If you haven’t hired a professional wedding coordinator, do you need the DJ to help you create and execute your wedding day timeline to make sure all of the introductions and announcements are made at the appropriate times? Are you going to count on them to ensure that the photographer and videographer are in place for elements like the toasts, cake cutting and first dance?

* Do you want a DJ you can trust? That knowing they are there will give you peace of mind that everything is going to go smoothly and that their presence will positively impact the success of your wedding and reception?

* Have you ever hired the wrong person to do an important job? You didn’t realize until things went wrong how important it was to you. Or maybe you were just too busy to be overly concerned and thought you could get by. Whatever the reason, regret basically sucks when you know you could have had a better outcome if you had done things differently.

If the answer to any or all of these questions is yes, you will want to hire the best, most Professional DJ you can afford. What do good DJ’s charge? I will say while there is always the possibility you can find a better than average DJ at any price point, if you want a really good or great one they will probably charge at least twice as much as the average estimates you’ll receive.

Stacie Tamaki 
http://stacietamaki.blogspot.com

Can You Match Their Price?

Can You Match Their Price?

I went to dinner with my wife the other night at Ruth’s Cris.

Steak House. As the waiter was waiting to take our order I

asked if they could price match a with a McDonald’s meal.

Why not? You can order a burger for dinner at both places

and it will fill you up the same right? So why not ask if they

price match?

Before you think I’m nuts, this is not a true story, I would never

ask that question at any restaurant and I don’t think you would

ether. I’m just proving a point.

Why do people go to a restaurants like Ruth’s Cris, stay at

a 5 star resort like the Four Seasons or rent a fancy stretch limo

to go from point A to point B. One reason…A special occasion.

For special occasions consumers choose the best service and

finest quality.

Why don’t we ask The Four Season’s to price match the

Comfort Inn?

Why is flying first class cost more money than flying coach?

The difference is quality and service. There’s no comparison.

Walmart will price match with it’s competitors the exact same

product with the same quantity and brand. Apples to apples.

In this case the cheaper is the better value.

For most brides this may be the first time planning a wedding. It

could also be the first time you’ve ever needed to book a DJ.

Just about any DJ you ask will tell you their most popular question

from a potential bride is “what are your rates?” In most cases looking

for the cheapest price thinking all DJ’s are the same.

If your a DJ that quotes prices up front, you just turned that bride

into a price shopper, while turning your services into a commodity.

Brides don’t really know what else to ask since this is a first for them.

As a wedding professional you should have a better answer for them

instead of just simply quoting a price.

No two weddings are exactly the same.

Since each bride has different needs, tastes, and wants,

each wedding I perform is different. Every DJ is different too.

If all DJ’s were the same and offered the same service, you would

expect all DJ’s to charge the same price. If not you should ask to

price match.

Brides want the finer things when it comes to their wedding and

will spend hours searching a comparing items i.e. wedding gowns,

flowers, and linens. Then meet with several photographers to

view portfolios, and go through different tastings to find the right

caterer, not to mention the time visiting many different wedding

venues to find the perfect location. They do this because they

want to see what their getting first before they buy, and what

will fit to their style and taste.

A wedding DJ should be no different.

A wedding DJ is a personalized service, each DJ will provide a

different level of talent, experience, quality of service to your

event. DJ’s are not commodities, and they are all very are different

from one another.For these reasons you will see a huge disparity

in pricing.

When searching for wedding entertainment keep in mind the price

you pay will be equivalent to the quality of service you receive.

If you pay above average for a wedding DJ you should expect

great party.

Don’t expect a top tier experienced full time professional to price

match with part-time amateur, and don’t expect that amateur

to give you great quality service.

Not only is a wedding a special occasion but one of the biggest days

of your life. If you want the best for that one special day expect to

pay more. Figure out what your top priorities are and budget more

for them if you want better quality and service.

The general rule is… You get what you pay for.

In this case the cheapest DJ is not the better value.

Mark Sanchez