11. Do you use a wireless microphone? Can you provide one for any speeches? 12. Will you work overtime? If so, is there a charge? 13. How many weddings perform at in a year?
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14. How long have DJ/musician?
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15. Have you performed at events of this size before?
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16. What format is the music (MP3 or CD)? 17. How many people will you use to cover the event? 18. Do you offer lighting effects? If so, are they included in the price? What do you charge for upgrades?
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19. Will you provide music while on breaks? 20. Do you perform ethnic music? (Especially important if you’re incorporating your heritages into the day.) 21. Will you have a backup staff available in the event of illness?
Practical Advice
When meeting with prospective entertainment professionals, find out if they will be able to perform (audition) for you. Getting some references might also help you with your decision. Just as you know what song is best for your first dance, so too does your DJ or band leader know what will get everyone’s toes tapping. Still, there may be some songs that you’d rather not have played. By all means, give your expert a list; just keep in mind that some may be just what your guests would want to hear. Stay flexible. Would it be so terrible if one or two tunes were played by a guest’s request?
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