Hiring a DJ for your event - the most important questions to ask | Sound Wave Events

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Are you planning to hire a DJ for your event, but aren't quite sure where to start?  With dozens of DJs popping up in your Google search, how do you know who is best?  Your DJ can be responsible for 80% of the success of your event - isn't that crazy? But it is true...your DJ is making announcements, taking care of the flow of the event, playing music for your crowd, and setting the mood for your celebration. But not to stress - hiring a DJ can be a made simpler as you ask these questions:

1. Will you be able to meet your Actual DJ before you book?        
2. Does your DJ do planning with you for your event?  Are they flexible to talk over the phone, email or meet in person?
3. Does your DJ have an office where he can meet you?  If not, where will meetings take place?
4. How will your DJ perform on the mic?  Does it match your style and needs?      
5. Will your DJ stick to the plan you have made and be flexible with any changes that come up at the event?
6. Does your DJ take breaks during the evening? If so, who takes care of music during this time?       
7. Does your DJ play from a playlist or choose songs one at a time based on the crowd? How does your DJ respond to guest requests? Will he honor your must play and do not play lists?    
8. Will there be two DJs at your event to help coordinate your special activities and create an awesome party - or just one?       
9. Is your DJ know and recommended by other vendors you are working with?
10. Have you read reviews from past clients of your DJ? What are past cleints saying? 

Important Questions, right?!? Don't be shy about asking these questions to a potential DJ. With 80% of your event's success at stake, it is important to know that you have the best DJ for your event. 

We would love to answer these questions for you - contact us today and we can chat!

Sound Wave Events
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