Saturday, November 13, 2010
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
When you are planning your quinceanera
When you are planning your quinceanera, there is a lot going on in your mind, but you will find that one thing that you have to think about is music. If you want to make sure that your party stays bright and active, you will discover that music is quite important, and hiring a DJ is a great way to keep things lively. Finding the right DJ can be a little difficult, though, so when you want to move ahead with this, there are definitely a few things that you need to keep in mind.
When you want to get good results, you'll find that approaching a professional is the best. While there is a good chance that you have friends who have a good music collection, remember that they woul probably like to enjoy the party as well, and that hiring a professional will let them do that. A professional will also be able to make sure that there is no clumsy fumbling between songs and they will also be able to gauge the crowd and to keep things moving.
When you go to find a DJ, keep in mind that the earlier you start looking, the better off you are going to be. A DJ may be booked several months in advance, and getting in early can help you get a cheaper price for their services in general. While looking for a DJ based on word of mouth can be very helpful, you'll also find that you can just as easily search online as well as at your local music stores or clubs.
When you have a few DJs in mind, start by calling around and making appointments for your interview. Leave a message if you get a voice mail and cross them off the list if they don't call you back with in a day. When you get a hold of them, ask them for references and make sure that you check them; most DJs will have worked at quinceaneras or weddings before and have a good idea about what to expect and what they are going to be expected to play
Remember that you are totally within your rights to ask for an audition; after all, they are going to be performing for you, and if their equipment is poor, the sound is going to be awful. A live listening audition can tell you a lot about what kind of sound they are capable of. Ask the to play a song that you know, ideally one that has vocals, bass, drums and keyboards, and that will let you know what their rig is going to be capable of.
How does the DJ treat you when you are working with him or her? Are you in a place where they want to make sure that they can see the venue and do they treat your tastes respectfully? If you get the idea that the DJ is being condescending or is ignoring you, it is a good idea to find a new DJ: this is important as you will be dealing with this person over an extended period of time!
Though it may seem like a bit much, you might want to think about getting a written contract. A contract will protect you in the case of them not showing up, and it will help you recoup any money that you spent on it. You will also find that a contract is important when you are thinking about trying to work out things like over time, special songs that you do or do not want paid or transportation and equipment issues.
When you are looking to hire a DJ, you'll find that in general, you should keep in mind that you know what your tastes are. Don't let a DJ try to talk you out of something without having a very good reason why it can't be done. After all, you've known your tastes your whole life!
Consider what you want from your quinceanera DJ ad make sure that you are getting the experience that you are after. It is completely possible to get the right kind of music that you want playing, so be patient and make sure that you talk with the person that you are considering!
When you want to get good results, you'll find that approaching a professional is the best. While there is a good chance that you have friends who have a good music collection, remember that they woul probably like to enjoy the party as well, and that hiring a professional will let them do that. A professional will also be able to make sure that there is no clumsy fumbling between songs and they will also be able to gauge the crowd and to keep things moving.
When you go to find a DJ, keep in mind that the earlier you start looking, the better off you are going to be. A DJ may be booked several months in advance, and getting in early can help you get a cheaper price for their services in general. While looking for a DJ based on word of mouth can be very helpful, you'll also find that you can just as easily search online as well as at your local music stores or clubs.
When you have a few DJs in mind, start by calling around and making appointments for your interview. Leave a message if you get a voice mail and cross them off the list if they don't call you back with in a day. When you get a hold of them, ask them for references and make sure that you check them; most DJs will have worked at quinceaneras or weddings before and have a good idea about what to expect and what they are going to be expected to play
Remember that you are totally within your rights to ask for an audition; after all, they are going to be performing for you, and if their equipment is poor, the sound is going to be awful. A live listening audition can tell you a lot about what kind of sound they are capable of. Ask the to play a song that you know, ideally one that has vocals, bass, drums and keyboards, and that will let you know what their rig is going to be capable of.
How does the DJ treat you when you are working with him or her? Are you in a place where they want to make sure that they can see the venue and do they treat your tastes respectfully? If you get the idea that the DJ is being condescending or is ignoring you, it is a good idea to find a new DJ: this is important as you will be dealing with this person over an extended period of time!
Though it may seem like a bit much, you might want to think about getting a written contract. A contract will protect you in the case of them not showing up, and it will help you recoup any money that you spent on it. You will also find that a contract is important when you are thinking about trying to work out things like over time, special songs that you do or do not want paid or transportation and equipment issues.
When you are looking to hire a DJ, you'll find that in general, you should keep in mind that you know what your tastes are. Don't let a DJ try to talk you out of something without having a very good reason why it can't be done. After all, you've known your tastes your whole life!
Consider what you want from your quinceanera DJ ad make sure that you are getting the experience that you are after. It is completely possible to get the right kind of music that you want playing, so be patient and make sure that you talk with the person that you are considering!
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