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Wedding Music At
A Perfect DJ
we go to great lengths to make your event a success.
The powers of music are endless and today people utilize these powers to augment just about everything in life. From personal use, as a sales tool, as a personal expression, as a tool to evoke thought, relaxation, a festive mood, pride, etc. The business world and the music
industry are well aware of the powers of music. The powers of music
should not be underestimated and can be a powerful addition to your
event. When used in the proper manner by well-trained professionals
utilizing professional equipment, music can be a powerful tool to
enhance your event and to create lasting memories each time the
music is repeated within your guests' lifetime. Custom Edits are used extensively by A PERFECT DJ to enhance the mood and add emotion, humor, recognition and to send an underlying message to people that only certain songs can evoke. These edits a specially prepared using state-of-the-art music and sound editing software, hardware and equipment to create a one minute (on average) "slice" of music for introductions and to get your audience motivated to participate in activities. Because popular songs today average about 3:30 in length, songs must be edited to immediately play key parts of a song that may include the "hook" or the title of a song or perhaps the chorus. We edit music so that the message of the underlying song can be immediately recognizable by your guests. Editing the songs is important to get your point across while keeping up with the fast pace of the festivities. It is important to note that because of the complexity of the edits and the skills required to produce and perform these edits, these tasks are absolutely NOT within the grasp, knowledge or ability of most DJs in the industry. (Song edits are common in the television and motion picture industry so that music fits within a specific timeframe) A PERFECT DJ currently has a library of almost 20,000 songs and access to an additional 1,200,000. Almost any song is editable. Below are our current selections
for music based upon our recent experience and the experience of the
industry, region and our associates. Feel free to ask for any of
these tracks or suggest your own ideas. After all, it is your
wedding and we strive to personalize the day for you! |
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Current available
edits: Below are our current selections for
music based upon our recent experience and the experience of the
industry, region and our associates. Feel free to ask for any of
these tracks or suggest your own ideas. After all, it is your
wedding and we strive to personalize the day for you! These edits are usually played after, prior to and the end of an introduction or "toast" and allows guests time to enter a room, walk to microphone, etc. These edits further prompt your guests to applaud, cheer and welcome the guest. The music can send a message to your audience (and the guest) about how you feel about them, their occupation, accomplishments, relationships, hobbies, etc. The list below represents the current tracks in rotation (current edits used at any given time depending upon customer demand and popularity). {List changes constantly}
Custom Edits - Are commonly used in television, theatre and movies. The edits used by A Perfect DJ are not for sale and are individually prepared and edited for a one-time presentation. These edits are performed using fully licensed and owned music. Because of this, they (and A Perfect DJ) do not violate copyright law. A Perfect DJ is sensitive to the legal and ethical issues associated with copyrights, copyright infringement and owns and controls copyrights to many works itself.
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| "Grand Entrance" (A list of edits that have been used recently) (Suggested edits:) Beautiful Day - U2 - (Modern) * Ode To Joy - Beethoven - (Classical) Jungle Boogie - Kool & The Gang - (Modern, Humorous) Hey Baby - D.J. Otzi - (Modern, Festive, Upbeat) From Here To Eternity - Brian Setzer Orchestra - (Dynamic, Modern) Mad About You - (Television Theme Song) - (Humorous) Say What - Brian Culbertson - (Dynamic, Jazzy) We Like To Party - The Vengaboys - (Fun, Bouncy, Dancy) Bawatdaba - Kid Rock - (Non-traditional, "In-your-face," Modern) Mad About You - (Television Theme Song) - (Humorous)
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Your music selections for the "Cocktail Hour/Dinner Hour" should always be more understated than music used in other areas of your wedding. We encourage you to use tracks that are "love oriented" and more low-keyed. At the majority of weddings, all ages are present during this time. It is important to cater to everyone's needs.
If "mom" of "grandma" does not hear music that brings home the point that you just got married you may disappoint them. Mom & Grandma live for these moments. Try not to let them down! Our documentation extensively interviews you to find the types and styles of music you desire for this time in advance.
However, we also know that the music planning of a wedding can be overwhelming. So, sometimes you just want to leave this programming up to the professional DJ instead of stressing-out over it all. If this is the case, we understand. In this situation, we would play a mix of old and new from Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean martin, Louis Armstrong, ("Rat-Pack Jazz" etc.) through the 50's and 60's selections (possibly some easy Motown, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Bobby Darin, Elvis Presley, etc.) and well into modern romantics like Harry Connick, Jr., John Legend, Norah Jones, John Mayer, Ben Harper, Michael Buble', etc. If you want only country love songs or "some" country music in addition to other typical selections just let us know. We can mix all genres from any and all eras to suit your needs.
It is important that the DJ you hire should never allow their personal tastes in music have an influence with the music services you receive. A DJ should NEVER play only what they think is appropriate if it contradicts your wishes nor should they be a critic and try to assume that they know what is better for your wedding than you and your guests.
One recommendation though: Many times a "well-wishing friend" or sometimes an inexperienced DJ will do a web search for the the all-time "top" wedding songs and play them at this time. In our experience, it is NOT the time to play your "A-material." Why? Because the catering staff is busy moving tables, food and drink while photographers and videographers are doing their jobs as well. Your guests are transitioning from one activity to the next. Some guests may find the urge too great NOT to dance. You may then frustrate others who want to dance but know its not the right time or they may upset the flow of your wedding. As vendors, our job is to efficiently transition from activity to activity so that your "party time" at the end of the night is maximized.
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Other Dances Other dances and activities can be added per your recommendations and suggestions. Feel free to choose to do all traditional dances and activities, none of them, put then in your own order or make up your own. Be creative! This is what makes your special day unique & personalized! Helping you to achieve this is our goal! *DJ's Suggested Favorite
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How to preview a song: Because it is not cost-effective to list all of the music files that A PERFECT DJ has to offer (& because of Copyright issues), we suggest the following:
1) Open an additional "web browser" page. (Ctrl+N) 2) On the new page go to the Amazon.com website at: 3) Towards the bottom of the page click the "Go To Home Page Now" link. 4) On the "search" menu to the left pull-down the tab and select "Popular Music" 5) From here you can enter the artist, title of song or use their search engine to find the tracks that you are considering. 6) Select an album that the song is located upon 7) Scroll to the bottom of the page where you will see "Listen To Samples." 8) When you locate the song in question click on a link that reads: "Listen" (You will be able to chose from 3 formats depending upon your preference of media player.. While you're there feel free to purchase any of their new or used music! (This "plug" allows us to post this information upon our website)
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Keepsake Wedding CD
Click to see an example of a
"keepsake wedding CD" containing key music selections from your wedding day.
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