How to find a DJ

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How to find a DJ

• Whether youre planning a wedding reception or
  an anniversary celebration, a business seminar or
  a fund-raising event, entertainment is a definite
  must to make the party a success. One of the most
  popular party entertainers today is the hired
  entertainment DJ. DJs have become the go to
  entertainers for parties and social events for a
  number of reasons. First, and foremost, they are
  typically less expensive than a live band.
  Secondly, and equally as important, a DJ is often
  much more flexible than a live entertainer, and
  can cater to a wider variety of tastes. However,
  not all DJs are created equal, and there are some
  important questions you need to ask when hiring a
  DJ for your next event. But never fear, the
  following tips will make hiring a DJ the easiest
  part of your party plans.

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Hire a Professional

• Many DJ services specialize in certain types of
  social events. Some are strictly wedding DJs,
  while others might concentrate on corporate
  events or even childrens parties. Each specialty
  requires a unique set of skills. What works for a
  wedding may not necessarily be suitable for a
  fund raiser. When considering a professional DJ
  service, look for one that has experience with
  the type of event you are planning.

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Check Out Your DJs Website

• It is unlikely that the DJ you hire will have an
  office or a shop that you can visit, so it can
  sometimes be difficult to judge their level of
  professionalism. However, most professional DJ
  services will at least have a website that you
  can visit. A poorly designed website, that offers
  very little specific information, may be an
  indication that the service you are considering
  isnt up to the job. When considering a
  professional DJ service, let the style and
  content of their website be your guide and use
  that to narrow the field of prospective
  entertainers.

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 Get Recommendations and Referrals

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• A good DJ service should be able to provide you
  with customer endorsements and referrals from
  their former clients. These recommendations are
  the professional entertainers resume, and if the
  DJ you are considering can not supply you with
  satisfactory customer endorsements it might be
  wise to interview another service.

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Demos and Play-Lists

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• Interviews and websites can only give you part of
  the picture, and the DJ service you are
  considering should be able to provide you with
  samples of their work. A good professional DJ
  will have a selection of demos, recorded at
  previous events, which you can listen to to get a
  feel for their performance. These demos will not
  only let you better judge their mixing skills,
  but will give a good indication of their ability
  to interact with party guests.
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• Any good DJ should also be able to provide a
  comprehensive listing of songs and genres for you
  to choose from for your event. You want to choose
  the service that offers a full range of musical
  choices, and that is able to fill any specific
  musical requests that you may have.

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Cost

• You actually do get what you pay for. Hiring a DJ
  may be significantly cheaper than booking a live
  band, but it still requires a financial
  investment. Remember, the quality of equipment
  and performance will be reflected in the cost of
  the DJ. Cheap may save you money, but it may also
  result in a poor performance and a party
  embarrassment.
• Whether you are planning a wedding reception or a
  political fund raiser, hiring a professional DJ
  may be the answer to your entertainment needs.
  Take your time, follow the few simple tips weve
  outlined here, and youll find that sorting out
  the entertainment portion of your event may be
  the easiest part of the planning process.