How To Avoid Music Disappointments

Be sure your contract lists the date and site of the reception, time the disc jockey should arrive, number of hours the D.J. will play, cost including overtime rate, style of music to be played, and special requests.

Reception Music

Music sets the tone of your reception. Double J Productions gives you a variety of music to choose from. The choice is yours: 50's, 60's, 70's, to present including Top 40 and dance music. We work with you in choosing the right music. It's hard to please everyone. That's why we carry an extensive selection of music.

Most guests prefer softer music while eating and socializing. Here are some tips from Double J Productions:
Be sure the music is soft and in the background while eating.
The music should be continuous and set a relaxed atmosphere.
Dinner music is not upbeat. It's usually instrumental.
Double J recommends: Kenny G, David Sanborne, Richard Elliot, Pride & Politix and Luther Vandross just to mention a few.

Advantage of Recorded Music

Recorded music is a popular option at a wedding. Advantages are:
- Disc Jockeys and their equipment are now of excellent quality.
- The setup requires less space.
- Songs sound exactly as recorded and a wide variety is available.
- The music is continuous.

Remember there are alot of disc jockeys!
If you want a disc jockey, find out in advance how he/she works. Some pride themselves on sizing up the crowd or sensing the pace of the party and don't like to take requests. Others only specialize in certain types of music. If you and the groom/bride have specific musical preferences make sure the disc jockey you hire is willing to play them.

Contracts

When signing a contract, list the hours to be worked, agreed fee, and overtime policy. Discuss the reception site, appropriate attire, name of disc jockey, time of the first dance, style of music to be played, and particular songs. If the D.J. is not familiar with the reception site, meet prior to the wedding and discuss setting up and other necessities.