Useful DJ, Band and Dancing Tips:

 

• Even though the bride and groom are the main attraction, the entertainment will be the essence of the evening. Know what you want and what your entertainment budget will be.
• Do you want a party with lots of dancing or do you simply want to be able to visit with family & friends with music in the background? Knowing this will help you decide on hooking up an ipod to a sound system, hiring a DJ or forking over the big bucks for a live band.
• Be careful of the songs you put on a do-not-play list. Unless everyone at your wedding has the same taste in music you may miss the chance to see grandma & grandpa dance to a tune or two on your wedding day. Make the music mainly about you (it is your day), but be aware of the age differences of your guests. Leave some room for them too.
• Discuss how you desire your reception to unfold with your DJ or band. Give them as much information as you can and don’t forget to give them an idea of the type of crowd they will see. Let them know what might be offending and considered inappropriate by your guests.
• Trust your DJ or band. You gave them a must- play list and a do-not-play list – relax and let them do their job. If you are wise you will not put them in a box. Allow them the room to feel out the crowd and be creative. They do this for a living and have a better idea of what a crowd will dance to.