This past weekend was a study in contrasts. Of the weddings I had, all were sweet, meaningful and at the end of the day, each couple was married to their love. So what was the difference?
At one of the ceremonies, the bride and groom had chosen some specific readings and had written their own vows to each other. Unfortunately, after the ceremony, the comment I heard from numerous guests was "it was a lovely ceremony but we couldn't hear anything". The venue had not provided a sound system for the event.
At a ceremony the next day, the couple had hired a professional DJ who set up a top quality sound system for the ceremony as well as for the reception. The guests heard every word, crystal clear, and I didn't have to raise my voice just so the guests in the back row could hear. The guests could engage in the ceremony and enjoy the meaningful words the couple chose. Further, it allowed me to speak to the couple in a conversational tone.
Then, there's the reception. If the DJ, sound system, and lights are top quality, the reception will sparkle. If the event starts off slow, the DJ can pump it up. If it gets a little too rowdy, the DJ can slow it down. That's what a professional does. Your DJ can absolutely make or break a wedding reception.
This past weekend, the DJ who made it work was Randal Stout. I've worked with him many times over t
he last few years and he & his crew deliver premium quality every time. Not only that, but at last month's annual "Best Of" banquet hosted by the American Association of Certified Wedding planners, Randal was awarded the trophy for top DJ/MC for 2010. He even provided Sunday's couple with a minute by minute itinerary of events from the time they arrived until the time they took off in the limo. Details like that sure make my job easier. Besides, he's just a heck of a nice guy.Click HERE to visit Randal's website. When you plan an event, don't skimp on the technical stuff. That's sound advice.
Blessings,
Ken
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