Before the ceremony starts we place a high quality wireless mic on
the pastor so all can hear the officiant through our excellent sound
system . We then begin the music with a special selection to create a
musical romantic atmosphere as the guests arrive. I will coordinate
the wedding party into position with the officiant. Wedding bells begin
the ceremony followed by seating of the mothers, processional, and
the bridal entrance. During the ceremony our audio professional
keeps the volume adjusted for the location and broadcasts the
exchange of vows. Next, the recessional brings the ceremony to a
close as the wedding party retreats and the photographer will take
post ceremonial pictures around the site. This is followed by
announcing seating the guests in the reception area to prepare for
the introduction of the wedding party into the banquet hall.
Throughout the event our Dj and photographer keep in contact
through 2 way radio, as we coordinate the introductions, first dance,
best man toast, bouquet & garter, plus other activities like the dollar
dance, cake cutting, and dedication dances. We also can display the
photographs from the ceremony and reception as it happens, plus
any other personal and family images you would like to share, on a 7
foot projection screen. Our Dj/photographer team will make
everything easy for the bride and groom, as we MC all the activities
customary or selected for the event. We use only top quality
equipment complimented by a cool light show, plus we are happy to
meet with the wedding couple to discuss your personal taste in music.
With our experience, personality, and attention to detail you can relax
knowing two of the most important players in your wedding team, the
photographer and entertainment, is handled by only seasoned an
experienced professional who YOU have met with. This will ensure
confidence that your wedding will be a huge success and fun!
Don't risk this once in a lifetime event to amateur or an inexperienced
beginner. A Summer Breeze Entertainment has been part of over
2000 weddings since 1986, and will exceed your expectations for
this very special celebration.
Please call the experts at A Summer Breeze now since the date is
getting closer and we would love to be a part of your fabulous
wedding day!
the pastor so all can hear the officiant through our excellent sound
system . We then begin the music with a special selection to create a
musical romantic atmosphere as the guests arrive. I will coordinate
the wedding party into position with the officiant. Wedding bells begin
the ceremony followed by seating of the mothers, processional, and
the bridal entrance. During the ceremony our audio professional
keeps the volume adjusted for the location and broadcasts the
exchange of vows. Next, the recessional brings the ceremony to a
close as the wedding party retreats and the photographer will take
post ceremonial pictures around the site. This is followed by
announcing seating the guests in the reception area to prepare for
the introduction of the wedding party into the banquet hall.
Throughout the event our Dj and photographer keep in contact
through 2 way radio, as we coordinate the introductions, first dance,
best man toast, bouquet & garter, plus other activities like the dollar
dance, cake cutting, and dedication dances. We also can display the
photographs from the ceremony and reception as it happens, plus
any other personal and family images you would like to share, on a 7
foot projection screen. Our Dj/photographer team will make
everything easy for the bride and groom, as we MC all the activities
customary or selected for the event. We use only top quality
equipment complimented by a cool light show, plus we are happy to
meet with the wedding couple to discuss your personal taste in music.
With our experience, personality, and attention to detail you can relax
knowing two of the most important players in your wedding team, the
photographer and entertainment, is handled by only seasoned an
experienced professional who YOU have met with. This will ensure
confidence that your wedding will be a huge success and fun!
Don't risk this once in a lifetime event to amateur or an inexperienced
beginner. A Summer Breeze Entertainment has been part of over
2000 weddings since 1986, and will exceed your expectations for
this very special celebration.
Please call the experts at A Summer Breeze now since the date is
getting closer and we would love to be a part of your fabulous
wedding day!
10 ways to Energize your Wedding Reception
Dim the lights when it's time for dancing. Soft lighting during dinner creates a more comfortable atmosphere. Dimming the lights after dinner will motivate
your guests to dance. Determine the desired lighting levels for dinner and dancing when you meet with your reception facility's coordinator. Consider light
Don't let photographs dominate your day. Select a photographer who has the professional skill to capture your special moments efficiently and
unobtrusively. Don't be held hostage at your own reception by a photographer who will dominate your time with lengthy photo sessions while your guests
become restless. Choose a video company willing to use comfortable lighting unless you want your guests to be squinting and covering their eyes
throughout the reception.
Place your DJ next to the dance floor and avoid sharing facilities. Avoid seating guests between your DJ and the dance floor. Placing your DJ adjacent to the
dance floor maximizes your DJ's ability to control the sound and interact with the dancers. Be wary of situations where the dance floor is in the next room or
access is not convenient for your guests. Also, avoid facilities where you must share an area with restaurant diners or other parties. Such arrangements
almost always generate requests to lower the volume, which will diminish the energy of your reception.
Make sure your DJ has a reception planning form. Traditional reception events such as the grand entrance, toast, special dances and the bouquet/garter
toss must be carefully coordinated. A professional wedding DJ should have a comprehensive reception planning form with suggested music. If the DJ you're
considering doesn't have one, find a DJ who does.
Invest quality time in planning your Grand Entrance. The Grand Entrance sets the tone and establishes the energy for the entire reception. Work closely
with your DJ and Catering Director to stage a Grand Entrance that reflects your style and personality.
Decide who will participate, where they will assemble and in what order, where they will go after being introduced. Clarify pronunciation of names, determine
appropriate introductions for blended families and, of course, select the perfect music.
Do the formal toast immediately after the Grand Entrance. At no other time during the reception will your guests be more attentive and focused. Your DJ
should provide a wireless microphone to allow the toast to be given by the best man directly from the head table. Decide if you want others, such as parents
or friends, to propose additional toasts. Let your Catering Director know when you plan the toast to allow for timely pouring of the chosen beverage. Also,
consider welcoming your guests following the toast. Your guests are still attentive and focused on you and the microphone is available. This is an excellent
but often overlooked opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings and thank your guests for attending.
The First Dance - don't wait forever to do it and don't do it forever. One of the special moments of the reception is the bride and groom's first dance. Having
your first dance after the grand entrance, or right after dinner, is a great way to start the party. Don't delay your first dance to visit with your guests. Doing so
will deflate the energy of your reception. You've selected your favorite ballad, but that five-minute song may seem like an eternity both to you and your
guests. Have your DJ fade out the song at a designated time if it lasts more than a few minutes. All of this applies as well to the newlyweds' dances with their
parents.
Don't try to select every song your DJ will play. Choose the song for your first dance and other songs for specific reception events. Tell your DJ what artists
and styles of music to feature or avoid, but don't micro-manage your DJ's performance. A professional wedding DJ can 'read the crowd' and knows what to
play and when to play it to keep the party going. More importantly, your DJ knows which requests clear the dance floor. You're paying for your DJ's
knowledge and experience. Take advantage of it.
Consider using party props to entertain and motivate your guests. A few inflatable guitars or colorful maracas have an amazing way of energizing your
guests. Doing the YMCA with all the right hats is always a crowd pleaser and provides for great photo opportunities. Professional DJ's can provide party
props at reasonable expense.
Don't rule out the Macarena! Think twice before you reject those so-called 'cheesy' group dances like the Macarena, Chicken Dance and YMCA. These
dances may be the only opportunity some of your guests will have to get on the dance floor and have some fun. You don't have to do the Hokey Pokey right
after your first dance, but let your DJ keep all options open. These group dances are frequently requested by your guests and often create reception
highlights and priceless photos.
Dim the lights when it's time for dancing. Soft lighting during dinner creates a more comfortable atmosphere. Dimming the lights after dinner will motivate
your guests to dance. Determine the desired lighting levels for dinner and dancing when you meet with your reception facility's coordinator. Consider light
Don't let photographs dominate your day. Select a photographer who has the professional skill to capture your special moments efficiently and
unobtrusively. Don't be held hostage at your own reception by a photographer who will dominate your time with lengthy photo sessions while your guests
become restless. Choose a video company willing to use comfortable lighting unless you want your guests to be squinting and covering their eyes
throughout the reception.
Place your DJ next to the dance floor and avoid sharing facilities. Avoid seating guests between your DJ and the dance floor. Placing your DJ adjacent to the
dance floor maximizes your DJ's ability to control the sound and interact with the dancers. Be wary of situations where the dance floor is in the next room or
access is not convenient for your guests. Also, avoid facilities where you must share an area with restaurant diners or other parties. Such arrangements
almost always generate requests to lower the volume, which will diminish the energy of your reception.
Make sure your DJ has a reception planning form. Traditional reception events such as the grand entrance, toast, special dances and the bouquet/garter
toss must be carefully coordinated. A professional wedding DJ should have a comprehensive reception planning form with suggested music. If the DJ you're
considering doesn't have one, find a DJ who does.
Invest quality time in planning your Grand Entrance. The Grand Entrance sets the tone and establishes the energy for the entire reception. Work closely
with your DJ and Catering Director to stage a Grand Entrance that reflects your style and personality.
Decide who will participate, where they will assemble and in what order, where they will go after being introduced. Clarify pronunciation of names, determine
appropriate introductions for blended families and, of course, select the perfect music.
Do the formal toast immediately after the Grand Entrance. At no other time during the reception will your guests be more attentive and focused. Your DJ
should provide a wireless microphone to allow the toast to be given by the best man directly from the head table. Decide if you want others, such as parents
or friends, to propose additional toasts. Let your Catering Director know when you plan the toast to allow for timely pouring of the chosen beverage. Also,
consider welcoming your guests following the toast. Your guests are still attentive and focused on you and the microphone is available. This is an excellent
but often overlooked opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings and thank your guests for attending.
The First Dance - don't wait forever to do it and don't do it forever. One of the special moments of the reception is the bride and groom's first dance. Having
your first dance after the grand entrance, or right after dinner, is a great way to start the party. Don't delay your first dance to visit with your guests. Doing so
will deflate the energy of your reception. You've selected your favorite ballad, but that five-minute song may seem like an eternity both to you and your
guests. Have your DJ fade out the song at a designated time if it lasts more than a few minutes. All of this applies as well to the newlyweds' dances with their
parents.
Don't try to select every song your DJ will play. Choose the song for your first dance and other songs for specific reception events. Tell your DJ what artists
and styles of music to feature or avoid, but don't micro-manage your DJ's performance. A professional wedding DJ can 'read the crowd' and knows what to
play and when to play it to keep the party going. More importantly, your DJ knows which requests clear the dance floor. You're paying for your DJ's
knowledge and experience. Take advantage of it.
Consider using party props to entertain and motivate your guests. A few inflatable guitars or colorful maracas have an amazing way of energizing your
guests. Doing the YMCA with all the right hats is always a crowd pleaser and provides for great photo opportunities. Professional DJ's can provide party
props at reasonable expense.
Don't rule out the Macarena! Think twice before you reject those so-called 'cheesy' group dances like the Macarena, Chicken Dance and YMCA. These
dances may be the only opportunity some of your guests will have to get on the dance floor and have some fun. You don't have to do the Hokey Pokey right
after your first dance, but let your DJ keep all options open. These group dances are frequently requested by your guests and often create reception
highlights and priceless photos.
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