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January 1, 2017

What Does That Mean?

There are two types of events that are celebrated in Manitoba. The Wedding itself and the Wedding Social.

The Wedding Social

To put things into context, Socials rely on a lot more external factors in order to be successful. Things like the uniqueness of the event, the type of prizes put together, and how you market that to your potential guests, and what time of the year will typically dictate the level of success for the social.

It is a Money Driven Event

People are of the understanding that the hosts will be making money from their attendance. It’s no longer implied that a social gathering for people who may not otherwise attend the Wedding. The respect level given is that of say, a Club Owner or Promoter trying to entice people to spend money at their event.

In saying that, there is still only so much Social DJs can do with when people arrive. A good DJ Service will be there to greet and interact with your guests to understand who they are and what kind of music they want to hear. It’s almost like networking before I really get into the music. But the catch is that there needs to be a good amount of people to set the vibe just right; which will depend on the factors I had mentioned before.

Though I try my best to address these issues early on, it is mostly up to the couple / clients to properly market and build the event.

On the other hand:

Weddings are an entirely different animal.

Have you ever been to one where the atmosphere fell flat? Where you almost felt patronized by the MC or worse yet, felt anxiety for the couple as their reception became disorganized?

People are more inclined to come out to your Celebration based on the fact of it’s significance. They want to share and support the two of you as you make the commitment to one another.

They will show up on time. They won’t be pre-gaming in the parking lot or beforehand at home. The level of respect for your event is much higher. That being said, I feel the level of respect towards your guests must be properly reciprocated.

What do I mean by that?

In my experience (I’ve been apart of about 40 different weddings now) I’ve seen the best results achieved by properly planning, organizing and presenting the Celebration to your guests in an fun, unique and engaging way. The way we do that is by becoming part of the planning process.

I want to understand the elements you are wanting to occur throughout the Celebration. My services include organizing those elements to a point where the flow of the evening is constantly moving forward. The goal is to properly present these elements in a respectful, engaging, and entertaining way.

The way we achieve this is in the information we collect. It’s something I’d have to show you in person because there is a bit of homework involved for the three of us.

What The Best Reception Costs

My weddings range in price from $900-$2500 depending on my couple’s wants and needs for the day. I offer service over pricing. So you may not find anything by the way of ‘package deals’, but what you will find is of a higher value than simply someone who is placed at a Wedding to strictly play music and hope for the best.

How Can You Find Out More Information?

I prefer to meet with my Clients one-on-one. This no-obligation meeting gives us the opportunity to find out the following:

If my level of service meets the needs of your Celebrations
If I am a good fit personally and professionally for you
… and this will also allow me a chance to make sure that you are the right client for me

If the level of value and service I offer is something that you want for your Wedding Celebration, then we can move forward. And if not, by the time we figure that out, I can at least give you options for other companies. I have a good working relationship with other colleagues in the industry and may know someone that may be better suited for expectations you have for your Event.

Are you still looking for someone to properly entertain your closest friends and family at your Wedding Celebration? Then the best thing to do is contact us NOW for the best chance of me having your date available.

So, I hope that I’ve intrigued you enough by now 🙂 To get things started, Click Here

Did you find this useful? If you know someone planning a Wedding Celebration, and doesn’t have an idea to begin, share this with them.

Thanks for reading!

-Steven P

What is Up-Lighting and What Does it Do?

Steven_P / Events, Uncategorized, Wedding /

July 26, 2016

Up-lighting or as the pros call it, Architectural Lighting, is how you can change your Celebration Venue’s atmosphere. Colors can change the how your event will feel. Take those tired walls that everyone’s seen 100 times before with the dimmed house lighting, and ad your own personal touch. Some couples love the feel that a completely washed wall looks in hot pink. Others, just want accent colors on some of the beautiful architecture in the room. Some just want an accent wall to draw attention to the head table or other important areas being used during the Celebration.

Which ever mood you want to create with Up-Lighting, control is the ultimate weapon. If set up properly, the person in charge of your lighting can really take command of the atmosphere in the room. From stationary colors throughout the room, to a virtual lighting storm inside the same space; a properly controlled lighting environment will help engage people on a visual level like never before.

Have a look at the video below that will help explain exactly what can be done.

Do you have any questions or requests? Let me know in the comments below 😀

Elope The Formalities

Steven_P / Events, Socials, Wedding /

May 25, 2016

Whatever you do, Don’t elope the Celebration! Not all weddings are done in the traditional sense. This one in particular for Nancy and Jeremy where we saw the couple elope in February and celebrate in May!

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I Was Referred

Once I started to talk with Nancy and Jeremy, I found out that this wasn’t going to be your Average Social. They didn’t know that my services provided them with an opportunity to share in some special moments. Even though my referral was coming from one of their friends (whom I had worked with for their own social 3 years prior) that’s where the process stopped. I then picked it up from there.

After a couple of emails, I knew that the referral wasn’t going to be enough. They had in mind, like most, that hiring a DJ was hiring someone to simply show up and play music. When we began to discuss pricing I knew I needed to talk to them one on on in order to properly show and explain to them what I truly had to offer.

They agreed to meet over a cup of coffee down at the Johnson Terminal. There we could finally get a proper feel for one and other. They told me their story on how they got together. I had a chance to listen.

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What Made This Night Special

Jeremy and Nancy decorated the Henderson Hwy Legion with red. Red table cloths, red table settings and red attire. A romantically engaged night was definitely on the books. Jeremy being involved in graphics designs, professionally printed all the materials from the tickets to the bar signage (where he proudly displayed the high end spirits chosen for the evening).

I knew prior that I had to find a way to share their unique story for all of their friends and family. I wasn’t going to find out this information from an Email. I needed to meet them. I needed to make sure that I was going to be able to gather enough information to properly craft an introduction and presentation of their story.

I was able to obtain everything I needed after having them answer a few questions. During the event, I made it a point to talk to their guests by letting them know I was there for them. I was there to take their requests so they could enjoy themselves.

Something For Momma

After gathering everyone into the same room, I introduced the couple formerly as husband and wife. It was my honor to be one of the first people to do so. Before they took to the dance floor for their first dance, I was able to present their story to the crowd. It wasn’t a long winded speech, but just enough to connect everyone emotionally to their love.

Afterward their first dance Jeremy’s mother was called up for a dance he chose just for her.

http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7T6yi_aE_w

It was a very special moment, that fit so nicely. We then had everyone step forward and joined them for a little Red Wine by UB40 followed up by Kool and the Gang’s – Celebration: and did we ever Celebrate! We kept the floor moving all night long (with a small break for food). By the end, I knew we had really created a special night.

It was an honor, and I am very proud to say I get to do this for a living. Not everything we get to do in life gets to make an impact the way we want it to. For that I am truly grateful!

Congratulations again Nancy and Jeremy!

-DJ Steven P
Redefining the Celebration Experience