Ah, that special day. You’re going to walk up the aisle in the poofy white dress and say your vows to the person you’re going to spend the rest of your life with. So romantic. Planning a wedding, though, can be the opposite of romance, which is why, when you’re choosing a wedding DJ, you want to be prepared to find the perfect DJ for your wedding, and for all of your special occasions.
How do I find the perfect wedding DJ?
- First things first: do your research. Find out what the standard cost of a DJ in your area is, so you know what to expect to pay going in. After all, what’s a wedding without a DJ? Not much of one.
- Once you have a ballpark idea of what your wedding DJ will cost, decide whether you want to go the economical route or pay more on the assumption that the quality will be better. It may not be.
- Arrange meetings with at least three DJs so you can meet them, get a feel for their personalities, and decide whether your personality clicks with theirs. Music is an important part of a wedding, and you want yours to be spectacular.
- Bring a list of questions to each appointment so you can compare answers later. If you find one of the DJs off-putting or particularly pushy, you can always make a note of it.
- Ask about cost upfront and make sure you know what your money buys. Does it include lighting? How many hours of music? Will the DJ bring a photo booth?
- If you have a list of do-not-play songs (Funky Chicken, anyone?), make certain your DJ will honour your wishes and not the requests of other guests. After all, this is your dream day.
Your dream wedding is always made more memorable by a tremendous DJ who can help you dance the happiest night of your life away.