Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Questions you should ask your prospective Wedding DJ Company...

I have put together a few questions every bride and groom should ask a DJ company they are considering for their wedding. Of course, I took the liberty of answering them as well...

Can we meet with your company ahead of time to go over wedding details?
Yes. We recommend it. Many people mistakenly believe we’re only about the music. That is not the case. The DJ helps coordinate time-lines, announcements, speeches, and vendors. Cake cuttings, name pronunciations, speeches, and of course music selections are discussed in an advance consultation. We try to never perform at a wedding without at least one face-to-face consultation. Not meeting with you personally and discussing your wishes will generally result in a poor performance. If a DJ company tells you it's not necessary to meet, they are not interested in what YOU want for your wedding.

Do you provide references for your DJ’s?
We are extremely proud of our past performances and Love it when clients brag about our services. We have an informative WeddingWire Website available for prospective wedding clients to read what past brides and grooms have to say about or DJ’s. If you would like, we can provide additional references for you to contact directly, just ask.

Do you have a social media site where we can follow your Wedding events?
We have an excellent presence on Facebook, please check out our page and become a fan.

Is your company insured?
Yes. Move It Music DJ and Lighting is fully insured under a $250,000 policy to perform in all facilities or outdoor events. Many banquet facilities require certificates of insurance before letting mobile sound systems work at events in their facility. This is important protection for you, your guests and the facility in the unlikely event of a mishap.

Do you take music requests? Will you avoid playing certain songs?

Yes. When you contract us to do your event, you will have access to our immense online library of music to choose your Priority Requests and Do Not Play requests.

How far should I book in advance?
Most clients book Move It Music DJ and Lighting nine to eighteen months in advance of their wedding. Some dates may sell out early due to popularity and surrounding holidays (especially in the summertime). Here's a good rule to consider. If your wedding is in the months of May through December, 12-18 months is when you want to book your Wedding DJ. If it falls between January and April, 6 to 9 months will usually be safe. When booking novelty dates like 10/10/10, the sooner the better. The weeks before and after Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day, go very fast.

How Many DJ's work for Move It Music?

DJ Jimmie Espo-
An 18 year DJ veteran and Owner of Move It Music DJ and Lighting; DJ Jimmie Espo is an Exclusive Wedding DJ. Jimmie performs at over 60 weddings per year.
DJ Chuck Uglietta-
An interactive genius, Chuck's weddings are always the event of the year!
DJ Julio Sanabia-
One of Boston's premier Latin/American DJ’s, Julio is a true Professional.
DJ Jeffrey G-

Jeff is a newcomer to the industry adding a youthful energy to the team

Is your music library extensive and diverse?
Yes. We have of over 65,000 songs to complement any event. Because of our close ties to the music industry nationally, we have the latest music available before it reaches the charts and in a variety of genres. We also have a library of tunes that stretches from the 40's to today’s hottest hits.
If you just cant wait, you can search our online music database here.

Do I need to serve you a meal at my wedding? 
Some disc jockeys do require a meal. However, we do not. In most cases this will save you money. Our DJ's do not smoke, sit, and never take breaks. We are actually "real DJ's!" 

What do you require from the Venue or Caterer?
Our requirements are very simple; for the main ballroom / reception area, we require an 8 foot banquet table.  We provide all of our own linens for a clean and uniform look.  If cocktail hour music or ceremony setups are purchased, we may have additional table requirements. 

Do you have backup equipment in the event of failure?
Yes. All of our equipment is backed up, but more importantly, it is thoroughly checked out when arriving at the event. Whenever possible, depending on the facility, the equipment for your event will be set up much earlier in the day.

Does your company accept credit cards?

Yes. We accept VISA, MasterCard and American Express credit cards for your convenience and you can pay online securely in the comfort of your own home. A small fee may be required to cover the merchant cost.

Does your company provide an interactive website?
Yes. Our clients have the ability to layout the specifics of their event and select their favorite songs online at their leisure up to one week before their event. As far as we know, very few companies offer this amazing service and our clients love it. You can access the client are from our website.


Am I getting real value for my dollar?
Yes. We believe we have a very low price for the quality and services we provide. We think it's a real value when you look at all you get for your dollar. Face to face consultations, interactive website, a mature and highly skilled Wedding DJ, extraordinary customer service, insurance, backup equipment and the list goes on and on. All for one great price! That means no setup fees, no tuxedo fees and a lot of other add-ons our competitors use to pump up their selling price.

Will I have a signed agreement?

Yes. If you decide to book with Move It Music DJ and Lighting for your Wedding, you will receive a service agreement to sign that effectively protects you against any defaults. This contract will be mailed to you once your booking forms are complete. Move It Music guarantees to hold your date for 7 business days from the date of the contract, pending your signed return of the contract as well as the agreed deposit amount mentioned in this agreement.