Your wedding DJ is one of the most important people in your wedding. You might not think so though since a DJ who is doing the job right is the DJ you don’t have to think about all night — you just get to enjoy the party.

With the wrong DJ, your reception can run into problems, marring what should be one of the happiest days of your life. The experienced wedding DJs at Citron Sound Services DJs in Paradise Valley offered up these helpful tips to help you ensure that you have a flawless reception for your special day.

1. Always Hire a Professional

First, make sure that you always hire a professional wedding DJ..

While it might be tempting to ask your cousin to man the iPod and shuffle through a song list that you provide, that’s a huge mistake. You might save money, but you will be leaving your reception vulnerable to major problems.

A professional DJ has a great-sounding system and knows how to handle all the technology you need, including the music, professional lighting, and other fun accessories. A professional wedding DJ also has the experience to make changes quickly in response to the unexpected. With a professional wedding DJ, you can be sure to get people on their feet instead of tapping their fingers on their tables.

2. Check Out the DJ Before You Book

Be sure and meet your professional Paradise Valley wedding DJ before you book them for your wedding event.

You’ll learn a lot about that DJ’s professionalism, ability to work the crowd, and skill at selecting the right music at the right time. This is invaluable information that you just won’t get simply by checking online references.

3. Provide Suggestions, but Don’t Be Rigid

You may have a few special songs that you would like your wedding DJ to play during your reception, but you should never hand them a set list. You are hiring a wedding DJ for their expertise — let them give it to you.

The set list you have in mind might not flow well, or it might create lulls in the evening. Give your DJ a few ideas of what you like and a few “must play” songs, but leave the rest to them. They will have many songs in their arsenal to call upon when they want to inspire a romantic mood, to get people excited about dancing, or starting to bring the festivities to a close.

The right wedding DJ will keep your reception moving and make sure your guests have a great time. Start looking early so you can find and book the best wedding DJ for your big day… Citron Sound Services DJs! We offer professional wedding DJ services throughout the Valley area. Our experienced wedding and event DJs know how to make sure that your guests have a great time while providing the professional service that helps your event flow seamlessly. Call us today to learn more about your wedding services!

Published By:

Jon Citron – Citron Sound Services DJs
9450 E. Nance Street
Mesa, AZ 85207
Phone:480-966-2929
Email: [email protected]
Website: citronsound.com

Your wedding reception is a chance to let it all hang out. There is much less structure than the wedding ceremony, and you have many more opportunities to show off your personality, from the music you play to the type of name cards you put on the tables.

Take advantage of these opportunities to create a unique wedding reception that will show your guests a great time. Here are a few things you can do to add more spark to your wedding reception:

Create a Fun Introduction

The reception typically officially starts when the newly married couple is introduced at the reception. Instead of the formal announcement of your names, think of something special for your introduction.

For example, you might ask your wedding DJ in Scottsdale to introduce you and your bridal party the same way that boxers are introduced before a match. You can write special descriptions based on the personality of your friends and memories you have shared together.

Or you might introduce yourself and your bridal party like celebrities on a red carpet. The key to success here is hiring the right Scottsdale wedding DJ who has the right energy and can adopt the right tone to make it fun.

Make Unique Song Choices

Your first song should be one that’s special to you. But you have the opportunity to have fun with your other song choices, such as what is played during the cake cutting, the bouquet toss, or the garter throw.

For example, you could play the theme music from Jaws as you cut the cake and your guests are wondering whether you will do the classic cake smash into the face. Or you could play the theme music from Mission Impossible as the groom reaches under the dress to get out the garter.

Think outside the box for your song choices and go with something unexpected and fun. If you are coming up short, your Scottsdale wedding DJ can help you with ideas — or at least let you know what songs to avoid since they are overplayed at receptions.

Create Actual Sparks

Choose actual sparks for your send-off at the end of the night. Instead of having guests wave sparklers or throw rice, arrange for a small fireworks show to go off as you leave the building.

If you prefer something a little more low-key and romantic, ask your guests to send off lighted lanterns into the sky. They can each make a wish for you and your new life together as they light the lanterns.

You can look in the sky and see a beautiful visual representation of all the love that you are surrounded with by your friends and family.

A Scottsdale wedding DJ from Citron Sound Services will work with you to create the wedding reception of your dreams, whether you want to try some of these unique ideas or you want to do something a bit more professional. Our goal is to get to know you as a couple and to bring your vision to life for a wedding reception that you’ll love. Contact us today to get the party started.

Published By:

Jon Citron – Citron Sound Services DJs
9450 E. Nance Street
Mesa, AZ 85207
Phone:480-966-2929
Email: [email protected]
Website: citronsound.com

Your wedding DJ is one of the most important participants in your wedding — besides yourself and your beloved, of course. Your DJ will announce you as a new couple, will orchestrate the timeline of events at your reception from cutting the cake to making the toasts, and will keep the party humming and the guests dancing all night with the right selection of music.

It is very important that you choose the right DJ to have the wedding that you want. But if you don’t book now, you may not get the chance to hire the DJ you want. Here are a few reasons why you need to book your Phoenix wedding DJ as soon as possible — if not now:

The Wedding Seasons Books Fast

The wedding season is typically from June to October, since that is when the weather is nice in most parts of the country. However, the wedding season starts a bit earlier in Phoenix since the summers are so hot. Since you need to hire your DJ at least six to 12 months out from your wedding date, you are already running late in starting the interview process.

The longer you wait, the less chance you have of having the DJ you want. In fact, in a month or two, you should be able to start hiring for the 2017 wedding season. Go ahead and start making those calls now.

The DJ Needs to Get to Know You

A great DJ is not enough to create a great wedding experience. There also needs to be a great relationship between you and the DJ.

By hiring your DJ as early as you can in the planning process, you provide plenty of time to get to know each other. The better the DJ knows you, the better he or she is able to make selections that suits your personal tastes and the vision that you have for your wedding. A DJ who knows you well will also know what style to adapt when making announcements and what overall tone to set for the party.

You Can Run Through the Venue

Most Phoenix DJs are going to be familiar with local venues and the setup they offer. However, if you have a unique venue, it is important that you and the DJ have time to do a run through together. That way, the DJ can be sure of where to plug in all the equipment and set up his booth.
The run through will allow you both to discover any issues with enough time to correct them, such as not having enough space for the speaker setup or not having the right place to hang strobe lights and the like.

Call Citron Sound Services now to book your wedding DJ. We offer premier DJ services throughout the Phoenix area, and we have a reputation for providing exceptional service while also ensuring that you and your guests have a great time. You won’t want the party to stop! Call us today so we can get you on the books and start getting to know each other.

Published By:

Jon Citron – Citron Sound Services DJs
9450 E. Nance Street
Mesa, AZ 85207
Phone:480-966-2929
Email: [email protected]
Website: citronsound.com