Many couples planning their wedding think that they don't need to worry too much
about a DJ - especially if they have a good music collection at their fingertips. Unfortunately, the wedding DJ still plays a pivotal role in ensuring the evening's success.
Music is incredibly powerful and can make or break an evening. The DJ, like the photographer, caterer and MC, is indispensable. Avoid choosing your wedding DJ in haste. Some DJs have a reputation of wreaking wedding havoc and should be avoided as best possible. Let's take a look at the crucial considerations.
The DJ must be someone who obviously knows how to perform the task. He may need to have the required experience as a wedding DJ. A wedding DJ is certainly not the same as a club DJ because of the differences in the music styles to be used. Basically, a good DJ needs to be able to cater for the many different musical tastes at a wedding. Let the DJ know what you expect beforehand. You must get value for your money.
Make sure that your DJ has proper equipment as some DJs have been known to utilise antiquated sound systems which might malfunction at any point, causing unnecessary inconvenience to the guests and considerable embarrassment for the newlyweds. It is essential that the DJ can work with client requests as well as the MC at the event.If you are the one hosting the wedding please make sure that you don't ask the DJ to play only your kind of music, at the expense of your guests. Your wedding can turn out a flop if all of your guests leave early due to the music choice. Some people are very particular about music so allow the DJ to do his job as far as possible.
You must check your DJ's references as they might give you some indications regarding his use of alcohol, punctuality and ability to interact with clients. Backup equipment is essential. It would be advisable to attend an event where your chosen DJ is performing in order to make a reliable assessment.
Keeping these points in mind, you should be able to choose the best DJ for the task at hand and ensure a memorable evening.