Anyone can play music; being a great wedding DJ is much more than that. It's about working together with the bride and groom to give them exactly what they desire on their wedding day. It’s also about providing an enjoyably entertaining event with a touch of class and elegance. How does Bride's First Choice make this happen? By:
- Discussing thoroughly your wedding’s theme and your complete expectations well in advance of the wedding day.
- Being ready and prepared to entertain as soon as your first guest walks through the door.
- Prearranging special dances when you want them to occur and keeping your other vendors in the loop.
- Facilitating and orchestrating photographic opportunities (Such as cutting the cake, special toasts, bouquet toss, etc.) This may not seem important until you look at your pictures after your big day, then realize that the DJ didn’t have the best man near you during his toast.
It’s these types of small subtle things that separate birthday party DJ’s from professional wedding DJ’s.
Questions you should ask any DJ that you may be thinking of hiring:
Are you insured?
Yes. BFC is fully insured. That means there will be no worries if Uncle Joey decides to show off a dance step he once performed decades back, missteps, and takes the Nestea plunge into one of the speakers. Good insurance is not inexpensive, and many amateur DJ's claim to have insurance but do not. For your protection, please ask to see the Insurance Binder before you hire a Disc Jockey. No reputable DJ will have any problem providing it. I also always have a complete back up DJ system.
Do you have a back up DJ in the event you get sick etc.
Yes, A member of the Connecticut Professional Disc Jockey Association. This is an organization who enforces CT DJ standards. It also provideds members with a quality back up incase of an emergency through the association.
What is your normal dress or attire?
BFC dresses to suit your needs as again, it’s your special day. That means tuxedos, Gowns or Hawaiian shirts.
Do we have to do specialty dances?
Absolutely not. Together, we will customize your dances to make certain that your vision becomes our vision.
Do you have a large advertising sign or banner that my guests will see?
No. This is extremely tacky. Our work speaks for itself. If people are happy with our service and approach us, we’ll be happy to provide them with a business card. The best advertising is word of mouth. BFC realizes that no one wants a cheap, gawdy banner unwittingly made forever a part of your wedding video.
What if I want some music that I don’t really thinks fits?
There is a time and a place for every song. That is our specialty knowing what moment each song fits into.
Do you take requests?
Absolutely! However, if the appropriateness of any song that is requested causes the slightest doubt about whether it’s right for your day, I’ll check with you before it‘s played. You can even provide us with a “no play” list ahead of time. If something is requested from your no-play list I simply tell the guest we don’t have it. If we said “well they don’t want it played”, then they are bothering you to get it played. You don’t need that aggravation.
Do we have to do all the traditional wedding things, garter bouquet, cake, introduction etc.?
No. So, you’re not too excited about the prospect of the Chicken Dance yet again? No problem here. Together, we customize your day so it plays out exactly as you want it to. We combine our extensive experience with your imagination so that your guests leave thinking about what a great reception you've provided. Who wants to be like everyone else, anyway? Don’t be afraid to show some originality.
Are we required to feed you?
Food is appreciated if offered, but is never required.
Do you have hard-to-find recordings and music?
Yes we do. One of the benefits of working in radio is that we have widespread access to all types of music.
Do you smoke or drink?
Absolutely do not under any circumstances.