1. I went to a wedding and the DJ was this really zany guy! He was
running around and being very goofy and tugging on people to get them to dance. I
don’t want a "zany" DJ at my event!
While I encourage dancing and will try to
get your crowd into it, I do it mainly through the music. I am not a "zany"
or "cheesy" DJ.
2. Do you charge for the time you spend
setting up?
No. I don’t charge you for the time
spent setting up or packing up at the end of your event.
3. We have some compact discs we’d like to give you. Will that be
OK?
Of course. It is not uncommon for a client
to provide a few discs from their collection.
4. Do you have backup equipment?
Yes. I bring backup microphones, a backup
amplifier, and backup compact disc players to every event.
5. How many years have you been doing
this?
I have been DJ’ing for about 20
years.
6. How many weddings do you do?
I do about 3 - 4 weddings every month. About
90% of my business is wedding-related though I also do a few birthdays, picnics,
corporate events, and holiday parties.
7. How does your price compare to others?
Many times, clients tell me they don’t
know how much to spend on a DJ because they’ve never hired one before. While there
are some cheaper DJ services available, you may end up paying a higher "price"
in other ways. Your wedding day is important. Why take chances with a cheap DJ? On the
other hand, there are DJ’s out there who charge quite a bit more than I do. I
believe you will find my prices are quite competitive.
8. Can we come and see you at a reception?
If that is important to you, please let me know so I can get permission
from my clients.
9. How much do you charge and what is your overtime rate?
Please
visit our pricing page to learn more.
Some Disc Jockeys don't post what they charge. Of course, sometimes pricing depends
on a variety of factors. Our pricing page will give you a rough guide of what we
charge. We have found that clients appreciate that we post our prices.
10. Are you insured?
Yes. I carry liability insurance should any
of your guests get injured as the result of my negligence.
11. I need sound for my ceremony as well. Is this something you can
provide?
Yes. I can provide sound/music for your
ceremony. People generally ask for this if they need music during their ceremony and/or
microphone (and microphone stand) for whoever is going to marry them. There is usually no
extra charge for this.
12. Can you meet with me prior to my
event?
Yes. In fact, I usually meet in advance
with all my clients unless their schedule doesn’t permit (in which case we
communicate regularly with email and/or phone). Generally, I meet you in advance of your
event (about 3 - 4 weeks or so) so that we can do some planning together and discuss any
details necessary. Check out the following audio link to get a sneak peek at what's
involved in planning a wedding reception:
13.
How much do you charge for party lighting or cordless microphone?
Nothing. They're included! Also,
lights can really add dazzle to your dance floor. If you need more than basic lighting,
there may be an additional fee. Some clients choose not to have lights. That is your
decision to make.
14. Do you have any references?
Check out the "References" page
for a list of quotes from past clients.
15. When should I book my event?
You can technically book your event at any
time as long as the date is available. Usually, I get inquiries for available dates 6 to 8
months in advance. You can even book your event with our easy online contract!
16. How much is your desposit?
The deposit is $ 100 for the BRONZE
PACKAGE, $200 for the SILVER PACKAGE, and $300 for the GOLD PACKAGE and is non-refundable.
The balance is due on the date of your event.
17. Do you know any good Photographers,
Videographers, Florists, etc?
I would be happy to refer you to trusted
vendors.
18. Do you Emcee the event?
Most of the time, I also serve as MC to keep
things moving. I am always in close contact with my clients to make sure things move as
smoothly as possible. I also work with your other event professionals (i.e., photographer,
videographer, caterer, etc.) If you already have someone who will serve as MC, I will
gladly work with that person.
19. I sent an email to another DJ
company, and they didn’t get back to me until 3 days later! I need someone who is
more responsive.
I take your email and phone calls seriously. Generally, response time is
24 hours or less. Customer service is very important to us! Click HERE to
contact us via email or use the easy form available for your convenience. Of course, you
can always call (847)774-1327.
20. On your web site, it says you don’t "subcontract"
out to other DJ’s. What does this really mean?
Some DJ companies will assign a DJ on their
staff to your event. In some cases, you don’t get to meet your DJ until the day of
your event. Also, some ask you to pay a premium to guarantee you’ll get a
particular DJ. Then there are companies that will take your business and then call any
available DJ who will take your event. The company takes a percentage profit and the DJ
gets a percentage. The benefit of working with a sole proprietor like me is that you know
who you’re working with at all times.
21. What kinds of music do you have?
This is an important question. We do carry a wide variety of music, from
oldies to top 40 hits. Visit our MUSIC page to get a sample list of the kinds of music I carry.
Remember, this is only a small sampling but it should give you a good idea. There is
also second music page you can visit.
22. Do you have a video or "demo
tape?"
No I do not. These are generally slickly
produced advertisements that can actually mislead clients. Why? The truth is your event is
unique, and showing you someone else's event on video tape generally doesn't mean very
much. However, we believe the testimony of our clients is the best measure of our service.
Visit our "References" page and see what past clients have said. If you need
more references, let us know!
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