Music
The music at a Wedding Reception usually follows this format, however, we can tailor it to your liking.
Cocktail Hour
The older Jazz played at a low volume while the guests are mingling and talking. This is a nice touch and is great for atmosphere. Just a side note, if you are having a cocktail hour, its best to book five hours.
Dinner
We can continue with the Jazz or if you like, mix in soft vocal artists. The volume is at a low level to add atmosphere and not to disrupt the guest's conversations.
Cake Cutting
Music will be discussed when we meet. Bride and Groom's choice.
Traditional Dances
The Bride and Groom will pick the songs for their dance, the Wedding Party Dance, the Parental Dances, and the Closing Dance.
Dancing
The goal is to play music that everyone will enjoy. Its a big mix of music so that those young, senior, and in the middle get the chance to dance to music from their era.
Requests
We take requests during the reception and if they fit the plan of the day, we will do our best to play them. Keep in mind, we don't play gangster rap, heavy metal or anything freaky or nasty. Also, we only play music from our library.
Customizing Music Formats
Sometimes we get requests where the Bride and Groom will want to pick every song from the beginning of the reception to the end of the reception. We can do that for an addtional fee. Music that we don't have in our library will have to be provided by the Bride and Groom. Again, no gangster rap, heavy metal or anything freaky or nasty.
Party Dances
We do them unless otherwise arranged. The dances get the party going and guaranteed your guests will ask for them. You can find the dances on the "Home" page.
Equipment
Classic Masters has the industry's finest pro audio equipment. You'll love the sound. Equipment is listed on the "Home" page.
Attire
We dress with respect to the occasion.
Written Agreement
Yes. We put in in writing. Please see the "Home" page.
Flexible
Your wedding day is the biggest day of your life and we at Classic Masters want it to be right for you. We are flexible when working with Brides and Grooms. So please feel free to discuss what you invision when its comes to your reception. We look forward to your call.
Outside Wedding Receptions
The equipment has to be powered and protected. You would have the option of renting protection for the equipment and if needed, a generator to power the equipment or we can rent them and add it into your cost. If we rent it and need to set it up there will be an additional $100.00 set up and breakdown fee plus any fees with respect to renting a tent and/or generator.
Pricing and some food for thought
We at Classic Masters realize the economy is slow and budgets are tight. We believe our rates are very reasonable. Please keep in mind there is a lot of work behind the scenes when it comes to weddings. Its not just some dj standing there for four or five hours playing music. A DJ can put in an average of twenty hours behind the scenes work when it comes to weddings.
Classic Masters is a professional dj service. Quality and professionalism are what you are paying for when it comes to the biggest day of your life. These are two very important points to remember.
Now why do I mention this. Because in the 25+ years I've been in the dj business I have seen and heard of many instances where the bride and groom hired a dj by price only to be very disappointed. Its usually a case of they hired the cheapest dj they could find or they didn't get a written agreement. Unfortunately, you get what you pay for and sometimes "it ain't pretty." So don't let this happen to you.
Every dj is a separate talent. Look at it this way. You need cereal for breakfast. Store "A" has your brand for $2.00 per box, store "B" $1.50. The same product, two different prices. Myself, I would buy from store "B". Same thing just cheaper. With DJs its not that way. Every dj is a different product or service.
Your dj will play a very big part in making your reception a success! From the background music during cocktail hour and dinner to the introductions, all of the formailities, and most of all when it comes time for you and your guests to get down, dance, and party.
Your wedding is the biggest day of your life and it has to be done right the first time. Because in the end, thats all you get is a first time. There's a place for the dollar menu, but it shouldn't be at your wedding.
Request a Rate Quote
Please fill out and submit the "Request a Quote form" and we will email you the rate. Its very convenient. You may also call us. We look forward to hearing from you.
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