Ask Not What Your Disc Jockey Can Do For You…

Your wedding day is quickly approaching, and you are sitting at home, happy about all of the arrangements you have made.  You’ve given the florist a swatch from your bridesmaids’ dresses, and you’ve given the caterer the final count.  You have given the best man your wedding rings, and you have given the bakery the antique top you want to use on your cake.  But what can you do for your disc jockey?

At one of your initial meetings with your wedding entertainment, you should have gone over the songs you would like him to play.  You may have provided him with a list of your favorites, or you could have given him a theme that you want him to work with in selecting the most suitable music.  Now is the time, however, to call him and make sure he has all of the music that are must plays.  Does he have the song you and your groom will dance to?  Did he find the lovely but obscure song you want to dance to with your dad?  You may have to provide him with some of the music he has been unable to locate.

If you want there to be props at your wedding – leis, hula hoops, bubbles, blow up musical instruments, sombreros, etc. – contact your DJ to find out whether or not he will provide them at an additional cost, or if you need to purchase them on your own.  If your DJ does not provide them, your wedding planner might be able to find a local vendor who can provide them for you.  This is especially helpful if you are doing a destination wedding, but use a reliable local vendor such as www.alohaislandweddings.com .

Another good thing to discuss with your disc jockey is his master of ceremonies responsibilities.  Check to make sure that he not only has all of the names of your attendants and all of the people that will be announced, but that he knows how to properly pronounce the names.  Go over with him if you want him to announce the special dances – like the newlyweds’ first dance, dances with the parents, or other significant dances.  Advise him if you will have music and announcements for the garter toss, bouquet toss, and cake cutting.  Let him know what songs you expect him to play for each of these events. 

Your disc jockey is likely to be a trained professional, and he should anticipate many of these things well in advance.  It does, however, help your peace of mind to know that you have touched base with him and have all of your ducks in a row for the big day!