Selective Sound Entertainment

CHOOSING THE RIGHT Cleveland Wedding DJ
FOR YOUR WEDDING RECEPTION:

STEP BY STEP

The most important day of your life is rapidly approaching. You have the best hall reserved, the perfect photographer, a wonderful wedding dress and sharp looking tuxedos picked out. What are you forgetting? Oh…that’s right, you need ENTERTAINMENT for the reception! NOT just a DJ.

With all the planning that goes into a wedding, it seems almost certain to overlook certain things, but GREAT entertainment should be one of the first things to secure when planning a reception. But how do you find outstanding entertainment for your special day? What should you ask? How much should you expect to spend? If you ask these questions, and follow these recommendations, you should have no problem finding a great DJ for your event.

The best way to have a HORRIBLE reception is to call every DJ/MC in the phone book, ask just their price, and hire the DJ with the lowest price. This happens more than it should, and a newlywed’s special day is ruined because they spent more on their cake than their entertainment.! It has been said that your entertainment is responsible for up-to 80% of the success of your entire wedding day.

A bride once stated: The ceremonies themselves are usually uneventful, so they have a tendency to blend together in the memory. What people REALLY remember is the reception, and a good reception guarantees people will look back on the occasion and say “THAT was a great wedding.”

There are a number of ways to find quality entertainment. The first, and probably the best way, is to hire someone you have seen at another reception where you were a guest. If the DJ did a great job, ask for their business card and hire them. The second is to ask friends or family members that have had great entertainment for their event. The third way is to call various Entertainment companies, or DJ companies, and find out which will do the best job for YOU! You want to find the right person, not the right price. Remember, there is a reason why QUALITY DJ’s charge more than AMATEUR DJ’s. Again, with these questions to ask, you should have no problems finding the best DJ for your reception.

· Are you available?

This seems like such an obvious question, however, some brides only know one question to ask: “How much?” Find out if the DJ/MC even has your date available. If they are not available, then a quality DJ/MC should recommend another DJ/MC to contact. If they don’t, then they may not be “real professionals”. A “true professional” will help you find another DJ/MC, even if they are already booked.

· What type of events do you specialize in?

Find out if wedding receptions are the focus of the DJ/MC who will be performing at YOUR event. Your DJ/MC should have performed at previous receptions and know the sequence of events. Some multi-system companies may be cheaper, but may not guarantee your DJ/MC in writing. You may plan everything with the owner, and then finally meet YOUR DJ on the day of your event (bait and switch). If this DJ works mainly in a club, or does mostly other events (bowling alleys, birthdays, etc.), then they may not be the best choice for you.

· How will you coordinate my event, and how will you make it FUN?

The better entertainment service will coordinate your reception from beginning to end, instead of “just playing music”. They will give you suggestions on how your reception can be perfect and unique, as well as incorporate your ideas. Experienced DJ’s/MC’s can even take the place of a wedding coordinator, since they are experienced in planning receptions as an ENTERTAINMENT function. Your DJ should have the desired energy level to make your party everything you’ve already imagined it to be.

· Will you meet with us to plan our reception?

ALWAYS meet with your prospective DJ/MC before signing any agreement! This is VERY IMPORTANT! A DJ who does not offer to meet with you does not care about the success of your event, they are probably more concerned with getting your money! Make sure the DJ you meet is the one who will be performing at your event. Some companies don’t know who will be doing what events until the day they occur. Your wedding day is NOT the day to meet your DJ for the first time!

If you choose a entertaiment company with multiple DJ’s, have them put the name of your DJ/MC on the signed agreement. Not all DJ’s are the same, so you should find a DJ you can trust, and one with which you have a good personality match. If a company doesn’t guarantee your DJ in writing, is your wedding reception a priority to them or are you just a dollar figure?

· What do you wear during my reception?

A professional DJ/MC will dress appropriately for your reception, and that means wearing a TUXEDO. A DJ/MC who does not wear appropriate attire does not care about making a good impression about their appearance. Remember, the DJ is representing YOU at the reception!

· Can I call any references?

A professional DJ will supply you with recent references to contact. This will usually be the best way of giving you the confidence that this DJ will do an outstanding job. Also, if a venue or other wedding professional recommends a specific DJ, find out what they did that made them stand apart.

· Finally, how much do you charge for my event?

Some DJ’s have a flat rate for their service, while others have packages with lighting, extra microphones, and other extras. The most important item a DJ will offer is SERVICE. A full light show and 18” bass speakers are great, however, they WON’T make your party a success by themselves! You need a GREAT DJ behind the equipment to make your party a success!

To have an OUTSTANDING reception, plan on budgeting at least $600 – $1,500 for a PROFESSIONAL DJ. A DJ with a low price probably has a low price because they do not provide as much SERVICE as one with a higher price. If you deal with the lowest bidder, it is well to add something for the risk you run, and if you do that you will have enough to pay for something better.

MORE TIPS ON FINDING A QUALITY DJ

· Do not ask a DJ to “see them at another reception”. Wedding receptions are private events, and should be kept that way. Would you like someone you don’t know coming to your reception? At another event, your DJ may do something you dislike. However, it may be exactly what that bride & groom requested for their reception. Peeking in on another party does not give you the full spectrum of what your DJ offers. Besides, the only way to truly see how the DJ will handle all aspects of the entire event would be to stay for the duration.

· Listen to what your DJ says during your meeting. An experienced DJ will listen to your desires, offer suggestions, and help you plan your entire reception they way you’ve already envisioned it. They will know what sequence of events occur and how to work with your other vendors insuring a GREAT party. Your wedding day should be the way YOU desire it, and your DJ will facilitate your reception as you desire.

· A professional DJ will use LEGAL music. Downloading music from the popular Peer-to-Peer networks (KaZaa, WinMX, etc) is ILLEGAL, and DJ’s have been sued by record companies in the past for doing this! Also, some larger companies, with several DJ’s and units, have been known to use one main source of music, and make ILLEGAL copies for their other units. This is one way they keep their price low, by not operating legally. Ask your prospective DJ where they get their music.

· A professional DJ will not “bad mouth” another DJ service by specific name. Doing so shows that they lack integrity and professionalism. Speaking “down” about a specific company also shows the DJ service lacks character and class, and you may want to consider using another service.

· A professional DJ will recommend other quality DJs if they are already booked. If you like what you see on a web-site or in-person, but wait too late to book, a professional DJ will recommend others. DJs network just like other professionals in their respective fields and usually will recommend others when already booked.

OUR PRICING

Chances are this is your first time hiring a Disc Jockey Service. Many people are tempted to ask (What is your price?) for their first question when interviewing a prospective disc jockey service. This is not the best way to start your interview. Price is important but not the determining factor. You want to get all of the information and the most for your money. One potential DJ may charge less because the company is less experienced or is not as well equipped to handle your function. Some DJ services charge more because their service has a great reputation and may have many bookings. They may also have an exceptional sound and light show and many years of experience. Remember the law of supply and demand. There is a reason some services can get a higher price, they are usually worth it. Some other DJ companies don’t let you meet the DJ before your event. Most of your higher end priced DJ companies allow you to meet with your actual DJ/MC to go over the details together to earn trust and mesh personalities.

Rates very based on talent, experience, emcee’s ability, service coordination, equipment needed, music knowledge, mixing ability and personality.

Rates for the DJ industry here in Northeast Ohio very greatly, ranging from 450.00 to 2,500, with an industry average of 1,100.00 for a 6 hour reception. The best price is not always the best deal, especially if you are planning a wedding reception. As a matter of fact, surveys conclude that nearly 92% of brides would have spent more money on their entertainment and made it their #1 priority in hindsight.

A full service disk jockey company will normally invest 5 to 10 hours in the preparation of your wedding reception, even though it may appear you are only paying for 5 hours. Consultations, music preparation, editing, wedding planning, wedding planners, vendor phone calls and faxes, set-up, tear down, education, and other business related endeavors add up to the overall success of your special occasion.

Our prices are Extremely competitive in the industry and are mostly even below the industry average. Every package is customized and tailored to what your needs and that is the main reason prices cannot be just “quoted” over the internet. We would like to get the chance to talk further with you about what your reception entails and what you may be looking for. Every wedding reception is different and is treated like that. Some DJ companies may just quote a “price” which doesn’t do any justice to you, as they have yet to discuss your wedding reception in detail. Please contact us via the phone to discuss our packages and we will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

Popular Questions and Answers

Q: Will I get to meet the actual DJ/MC doing my reception?

A: Absolutely! You will get to plan out the entire evening including music with the actual DJ/MC that will be at YOUR reception

Q: How many wedding receptions have you done as a company?

A: Having been in business since 1987, we have performed at over 5,000 events, 4,600 of them being wedding receptions. (as of 1998 95% of our business is weddings)

Q: Do you have any references?

A: Absolutely. After every wedding reception, we send out feedback forms and they reply. All of these are in many folders at our offices and are updated on a regular basis. These are available upon request and can be viewed in our studio during a consultation meeting.

Q: May we come and see you perform?

This is a very common question asked and the answer for the most part is no. Why do we say that, not because we are hiding something, rather that most of the venues we play at (country clubs, private halls, most hotels, ect) will not allow us to invite un-invited guests to a wedding reception. If you are having a reception at a reception venue that we play at regularly, they they may allow you to come to the reception at the early part of the evening. (Usually before or during cocktail hour) What we have done is taken some raw (not doctored to show you what you want to see) video footage up of some weddings to show you in our consultation meeting to make everyone feel more comfortable with their choice.

Q:How many weddings do you do a year? Are you a full time company?

We do approximately 100-140 wedding reception per year and 95% of all of our business is weddings only! We are a full time company and are very accessible and usually return phone calls and emails within hours, during business hours and evening.

Q:What do you do the rest of the week?

A: Plan wedding receptions, meet with clients, and coordinate with venues and other vendors for upcoming receptions. Customize music libraries. Prepare for upcoming receptions. Get all special requests for that weekend. Marketing, Sales ect..

Q:What kind of experience, background, and education do you have?

A: Selective Sound Ent. Has done over 4600 weddings as of 1987. We played at wedding receptions for as little as 28 guests to as many as 1300 guests. We continually go to DJ conferences throughout the United States at least twice, to as many as 5 times per year. We educate ourselves with the newest trends and music at various seminars. We have been formally trained through FAME (Florida Academy of Mobile Entertainers)

Q:Have you received any formal classroom training as a disc jockey?

A: Through fame (Florida Academy of Mobile Entertainers) completed their 101 and 201 training courses) and additionally other DJ seminars and conferences

Q: What is your policy on Food or Alcohol?

A: Remember your DJ is a hired service not a guest. Alcohol is for your guests. If the DJ tells you he or she needs a couple of drinks to loosen up it is our opinion that they are not very professional. The last thing you need is a drunk DJ up in front of your family and friends at your wedding reception. Food is normally provided for the DJ, Photographer, and Videographer. If your not going to feed the DJ or other services you should let them know ahead of time so they can make other arrangements.

Q:Do you also Emcee the reception?

A: Absolutely! Very formal announcements and only when needed. We are not game show hosts nor are we comedians and will not be telling jokes at your reception. Very formal announcements only!

Q:How many consultations do you provide in your package prices?

A: After meeting directly and booking with us (1) in person consultations and unlimited phone/internet consultations. (We understand people are busy and make it as easy as possible with their busy schedules)

Q:Do you provide an reception coordinator:

A: Included with every package. We do a lot of the same work that a wedding coordinator would do and its all part of our packages. We ensure your reception will run smooth and is stress free.

Q: Do you send out a wedding planner before the reception and if you do how far in advance?

A: We have an online wedding planner with unlimited resources and access. You will get a password and login code 7 to 8 weeks before your wedding reception. You will then be prompted to plan your reception to the best of your knowledge through our site 24 hours a day.

Q:Do you carry liability insurance?

A: Absolutely (on file in our office) $3,000,000 (Its required by most venues)

Q: Are you a member of your local
Chamber of Commerce or BBB?

A: BBB

Q: Do you belong to any professional associations?

A: NAME (National Association of mobile entertainers) The benefits to you as clients are that we are nationally recognized through the industry as professionals. We are EPE certified through this organization (Endorsed professional Entertainers) we visit national DJ conventions through ought the year to learn new ideas of what the latest music and wedding trends are.

Q:What time do you arrive to setup your equipment?

A: 1-11/2 hours before the reception (music playing early at no charge) this is included in every package

Q:What do you wear to the reception?

We wear full tuxedos unless it is a themed event and then we discuss at the consultation meeting

Q:How many songs do you have in your library?

A: Remember its not the number of cd’s or songs we carry but the content of the media. We carry every hit song form 1940 to date. We stay current with every popular music category including Rap, Hip hop, Adult contemporary, Top 40, Country, Alternative, Christian, Dance ect.. We subscribe to a service that LEGALLY sends us full digital and edited versions of these titles. Our libraries consist of over 50,000 song titles.

Q: Will you take requests from our guests if we want?

A: Consider the policy of requests. The best DJs will take requests form the audience and work them into their routine. But don’t expect the DJ to play every request. An excellent DJ blends requests with songs that will get your guests up and moving. The art of a DJ is timing, and this takes experience. Forcing a DJ to ignore his or her instincts by making them play every request will result in an uneven (and less fun) party.

Q:What format is your music in? (i.e. records, cassettes, CD)

A: fully and legally digital music (all on computers) also carry cd libraries as a backup

Q:Do you provide cocktail/ dinner music?

A: Yes we do. We discuss formats like Jazz, lite rock,instrumentals, ect at meeting)

Q:Do you provide a wireless microphone for speeches?

A: Yes we do.

Q: Do you provide back up gear in case of an emergency?

A: Backup speakers, microphones,, amplifiers, cd’s, computers ect..

Q:Are basic effects lighting included?

A: in most packages yes. (very tasteful , fun lighting packages)

Q:Do you offer lighting and sound upgrades?

A: to be discussed with representative (if required)

Q: Do you take breaks?

A: Not one,, we play from the beginning start time till the contracted end time.

Q: How many people will cover the event?

A: in most cases there are 2, A DJ/MC and and assistant (adds versatility)

Q:Is a deposit required? If so, how much?

A: most deposits are 250.00 to 400.00. They are required to hold the date.

Q:When is the deposit due?

A: As quickly as possible. That is what ensures your date to be held.

Q:When is the final payment due?

A: Final payment is due 2 to 3 weeks before event, but only after you have met with your DJ/MC to go over the details and finalized all important information.

Q: What percentage are the taxes? All state and local taxes

A: ALL State and local taxes are included in every package.

Q::What is the overtime charge:

A: 100.00 per hour (pre-paid) or 75.00 per ½ hour (paid before overtime starts that evening.

Q::Are there any additional charges not mentioned? (i.e. travel) :

A: There are NO HIDDEN CHARGES. Travel fees only incur if over 50 miles or 1 hour of travel time is required.

Q: Do you provide a written contract and guarantee?

A: Yes we do. Lists all details and legally binds both parties to the engagement date.

Q: What are the refunds/cancellation terms?

A:: Deposit is non-refundable, and holds the said date for engagement. Cancellation of the event can be done, but must be done by hand written letter 120 days prior to engagement, or you are eligible for the full amount of the contract.

Andrea and Matt (((SAMPLE ITINERARY OF REAL WEDDING)

NOTE: we put this together with your input so you have a completely stress free reception

Lang and Morrison reception

Marriot at Key center

6.00-11.59

Photo: Perfect Image photography

6.00-Cocktails (Outside in Lobby) put speaker outside if distance allows (as long as we are set up on that wall)

6.45-Champagne check (everyone) hall to pour, thank you

6.50-Doors open (seat guests)

7.05-Introductions (See intro sheet)

7.10-Cake cutting (it had to be you)

7.20-Blessing (Maid of honor, Brides sister, Becky Lang

7.25-Toast (best man, Grooms brother, Andrew )

7.30-Dinner (sit down) ok to eat ((Jazz instrumentals)

*disposable camera announcement

8.30-Bridal dance (See bridal dance sheet)

8.45*first fun, music set

9.15-Garter/bouquet

*more fun and dancing

11.59-Conclusion

**Slight interaction if needed

Introduction sheet (Morrison/Lang reception)cont.

Intro song: Two step(dave matthews) note: see if chorus can be included

Ladies and Gentelmen, we thankyou for your undivided attention.. Please allow me to introduce myself, my name is Jay r with Selective Sound Entertainment services,, on behalf of both the Lang and Morrison families we would like to say good evening, and welcome you,, especially welcoming those of you that have traveled long distances to be here today for this very special occasion,, at this time we would like to begin this evenings introductions…

Acknowledge (no music)

Grandparents of the bride, Bill and Ruth, Greer

The ushers today, Brett Steiner and Mark Star

Walking in (music)two step

A good friend of the bride, Nicole Koropatkin (koro-pat-kin) esc by the grooms good friend Hasan (hugh-sawn) Zia

Another good friend of the bride, Amy Barnes esc by a good friend of the groom, Casey Doheny (dough-N-E)

The brides sister, Kristy LONG esc by the grooms good friend, Steve Conway

Our maid of honor tonight as well the brides sister, Becky Lang esc by the grooms brother, our Best man, Andrew Morrison

Parents of the groom, Pete and Peggie Morrison

Parents of the bride, Jeff and Diane Lang

!!And our newlyweds,, Matt and Andrea Morrison

Morrison/Lang reception

Bridal dance sheet)

Bride and grooms 1st dance song: All I want is you, (note: cut before guitar solo)

Bridal dance: When we dance (sting) 2. have I told you lately, van Morrison, and 3. BEATLES (something)

Father daughter dance (beautiful, Gordon lightfoot)

Mother son dance : Just the way you are *b.joel)

This will be both Matt and Andreas first dance together as husband and wife,, once again a nice round of applause for our newlyweds, Matt and Andrea Morrison

Next song: bring in opposite of Intros.. order.

**Father daughter dance

**Mother son dance

Morrison/Lang reception cont.

Novelties: Elect slide

1 fox trot

1 Polka

Special requests:

Safety dance

Two princes

Melt with you

Dancing queen

Take a chance on me

Cecilia

Rio, simon and Garfunkel

Walking on sunshine

In your eyes

Mysterious ways

Ruby soho (rancind)

Time bomb (rancing)

Hey ya

***At this moment, Bill and the beaters..

Do not play:

Macarena

Hokey pokey

Chicken dance

Locomtion

Grease megamix

Meatloaf

Brick house

Country

The 3 Primary Roles of Your DJ

Your MC/DJ is an integral part of your event. An experienced, professional DJ will play several roles before and during the event to ensure that it will be a fun and memorable celebration.

Sound Technician

First, your MC/DJ is responsible for delivering a Digital concert series sound system to the site of your event. He or she will assemble the sound system, conduct a sound check of the area and make sure everything is working and sounding great before your first guest arrives. This represents a lot of time, energy and work on the part of your DJ that very few people will see during the course of your event. In fact, this process may take several hours depending on travel time and the physical layout of the venue. In this sense, you have hired your MC/DJ to be a delivery person and a sound technician.

Only through experience can one really understand the challenges and nuances of setting up electrical sound equipment in a safe manner that is out of the way of your guests, and making adjustments to provide the clearest possible sound. An experienced MC/DJ will be able to do this in rooms of various shapes and sizes, inside or outside, making necessary adjustments throughout the event as people come and go (people in the room coming and going can change the way sound will travel). Your MC/DJ will continually adjust the sound throughout the event so that your guests won’t be made uncomfortable by feedback, sound that is too high pitched or that may have too much bass, or is simply not well balanced. This is what many in the industry have traditionally called “sound mixing”, although the term now has several different interpretations. The proper sound level is crucial to the comfort of your guests. If its too loud they will leave your reception. We use very high end sound systems that are louder on the dancefloor and provide a more “short throw” sound that allows your guests in the sitting area to enjoy nice conversation without screaming.

Announcements and Coordination

Second, your MC/DJ is responsible for making all necessary announcements throughout the event so that your guests and other vendors know what is going to happen. Photographers, for example, don’t appreciate when a MC/DJ goes ahead with an unannounced portion of the event that might cause them to miss meaningful photos. Your DJ acts as the emcee of your party making sure that everything you want to happen, happens in an orderly way. Often your DJ will be playing and mixing pre-selected music while at the same time making announcements or facilitating festivities. This means that your MC/DJ needs to be comfortable multi-tasking while coming off smooth, calm and collected. A DJ who effectively fulfills the role of coordinator and announcer will create a flow to the celebration and avoid a choppy, haphazard feel to the event. This will ensure that your guests will not be bored and adding in a great variety of fun music, surely will keep your guests dancing all night long.

A professional MC/DJ will be prepared. Preparation is the key to making announcements at the appropriate time and ensuring that all that you want to happen, happens in smooth order. Preparation time is time well spent. Your DJ should communicate with you before your event to get from you the information necessary to act as emcee. There are various ways to go about planning. Some DJ services have online planning tools, many have planning documents that are completed by the client and returned to the DJ. Often a DJ will meet personally with their client to go over the details of the event. Your DJ will also be communicating with other vendors during the event to be sure everyone is on the same page for each planned festivity.

Music Selection and Engaging the Crowd

The third role is what most people think of when they imagine their MC/DJ at work. He or she will be selecting music that reflects your musical tastes and will produce a fun and active celebration. Your MC/DJ also needs to gauge the extent to which your guests need to be engaged and encouraged to get up and dance! Your MC/DJ should be first and foremost concerned with the type of music you and your guests want to hear and dance to. Too many DJ’s show up with their own prescribed notion of what will be a fun time without consulting their clients. A professional MC/DJ knows how to engage guests and encourage an active dance floor but without being obnoxious or too overwhelming. A pro will always remember that the celebration is not about the DJ but about you, your family and guests and will be more than willing to respect your choice of music.

Your MC/DJ will, with your guidance, create the musical atmosphere you wish to have at your event. An experienced MC/DJ knows that music has a powerful affect on the psychology of the group and therefore can influence the flow of the celebration. He or she needs to be able to “read the crowd” as quickly as possible and gain insight into what motivates guests to have fun. Your DJ will constantly monitor the energy level in the room and speed things up or slow things down when necessary. A pro will be sensitive to the diversity represented in the crowd (age differences, ethnic differences, etc.) and be sure to play music during the event that will be enjoyed by everyone. Be sure to ask your MC/DJ how he or she prepares for the music selection of the event. Ask about the process that allows you to give input, song selections and how your DJ will incorporate requests from your guests. Be sure to mention, too, which types of music or specific song selections are NOT to be played.

A professionally operated MC/DJ service will enable (and encourage) you to get to know your DJ and how he or she operates before the event. Don’t hesitate to communicate with your DJ by phone, website planning tools, email or a personal meeting. Your MC/DJ will be glad to answer all of your questions because this type of communication leads to the effective fulfillment of the three roles discussed in this article. Remember, your MC/DJ is your partner in planning and wants, more than anything, to give you a celebration that you will fondly remember forever.

SELECTIVE SOUND ENTERTAINMENT

TESTIMONIALS (just a little bit of what our past clients have said about us )

And yes we do have these on file in our offices!

“You guys rock!!! I received phone calls for over 3 weeks after the
reception from friends and family telling me how much fun they had
and who the DJ was, as a matter of fact your not a DJ….you were
the director, the star, and the life of the wedding!!!”
Julie & Ed Castro

“Thank you for the awesome job you did at our wedding!! You
You delivered exactly what you said you would. You were complete
professionals which meant a lot to Jon and I, because we know how
important it is to have good entertainment. They can make or break
the evening and you allowed the evening to be focused on us. I
would hire you 10 times over if I ever got married again!!!! What I
really was impressed with was how you came to our house and got
to know us and what our taste in music was etc. I received a ton
of compliments from everyone..
Good luck!”
Holly & Jon Ilko

I have been to over 200 weddings in the past 10yrs. Many DJ’s were obnoxious, played too loud and were very unprofessional. You handled yourself exceptionally professional and you were very cordial. I guess this is what they mean when they separate the professionals from the amateurs…………………….. Reverend LEE K

Your not Just a DJ, You are the director of the whole thing!! You directed us every step of the evening and coordinated the whole event from start to finish, to where over 90% of our guests were there till the end!! How did you do it?? I have been to a lot of weddings over the past few years and not a single entertainer had as much poise or class as you showed that evening! Amy and Sage Goyda

All I can say is that you were absolutely wonderful, Thank you for making everything run so smoothly! Malcolm and Joanne Feston
Great Job!!

Perfect for what we wanted. You were extremely professional in every way possible. Everything went as you said it would. John Betters.

Everything was sooo perfect. You kept the group involved the whole time and people had the best time they have ever had. Thank you for making this a complete success! Amy Z.

WE cant thank you enough for all of your hard work and dedication in making this the most important day of our lives run so smooth and stress free. Everyone bragged to us on how wonderful you were!! Bob and Lisa curtis

You guys were unbelievable!! We had so many compliments!! Everyone thought you did a great job, You treated us like you knew us forever and followed through with everything that you promised and more!! Matt and Liz Nyeste

Our reception was an absolute HIT! Joel was very professional and kept the evening flowing. Fantastic to work with you. Highly recommended. Karthik and Ashwini Reddy!

John was unbelievable. He did everything we could ask to keep the evening running smoothly!. The music was awesome and we would recommend you in a heartbeat! Michael and Heather Scharf

Thank you soo much for making our day so special. Everyone had a great time! The music was perfect and I don’t remember the last time I had that much fun at a wedding. My husband Chris said the same thing and he hates weddings. It was the best wedding we were both at, EVER and it was our own. Lisa and Chris Peterka

We had a fabulous time! The music was so perfect and the evening’s events ran smoothly and on time, thanks to you. You kept the party going and timed everything perfectly. The mezinka that you did research on to figure out was PERFECT!. WE cannot think of anything you could improve on. Excellent job! Thank you so much for making our wedding memorable for everyone. Many guests said it was the best wedding they have been to in years, and even some, including their own. Jennifer and David Weinstein.

Thank you for everything you have done for us. You made it so relaxing as you took control of our special day. All of our feelings and requests were listened to wonderfully. Thanks again. Joe and Jennifer Principe.

You provided a wonderful evening of entertainment. Everything went exactly as planned, mostly because of you. We didn’t have to worry about a thing. Thanks for making our daughter and son in laws day so special. Lisa and Kevin Kodrin.

You guys did an awesome job! We knew it that night but it was especially apparent at the 2 other weddings we attended after our own. You guys are TOP NOTCH! We appreciate the style you have and the efficient way you kept things running on schedule. Thank for everything! Melanie and Eric

Jay r did an Awesome Job at our wedding! Everyone loved the music. We’re so happy that you were able to go the extra mile to put together the extras in our wedding planning endeavors. You thought of things we would never have. We highly recommend you and would be happy to be used as a reference. Gina and James Maguire.

Thank you for the exceptional job and great service you gave us at our reception, as well as your patience with us bugging you over and over again with our hectic schedule. I have already recommended you over and over to people. Thanks again.

Todd and Kris Lester

Thank you for making our wedding so great. My 85 year old grandparents stayed the whole time (the music wasn’t too loud) and enjoyed the nice mix of music you had played. People commented on how they heard music that they haven’t heard in a long time, therefore it made them remember and want to dance to it. Thanks again,

Nicole and Joe Salopek

Everything was awesome! Worked out just as we wanted, if not better. The music truly made the evening memorable for all. Received so many compliments on the Dj service, wish you could hear every one of them. WE definitely recommend you. Ron and Rachael Hanwell

Thank you so much for your services! We had a wonderful time and greatly appreciate your work on staying on top of things to keep our reception moving so smoothly! Your music selection was outstanding! Not only did Matt and I have a wonderful time, all of our friends and family enjoyed our reception. Many made the comment that it was one of the most fun receptions that they have ever been to, which reflects the job you did. Thanks again. Matt and Nicole Koyan

Ryan, Joel,

Thank you so much for your professionalism and expertise regarding our wedding reception on the 26th of June. Your dress was overly appropriate and appreciated. Your equipment was neat, organized and sounded amazing. Your attention to our guests was unmatched! You kept the party moving all night long. We were extremely pleased with the music selection and your enthusiasm which was contagious. Your voices were loud, clear and so upbeat! WE also loved the way you paid close attention to detail. You went above and beyond to ensure the nights success! We were truly impressed with your presentation of Selective Sound and you will come very highly recommended! Thanks for a memorable evening! Tim and Amy Hrouda.

We have gotten so many compliments from our guest about the DJ. Everyone had a wonderful time and the music fit everyones taste and this made the evening flow! Thank you for such an amazing evening. It was so nice to be able to enjoy ourselves knowing the evening would run so smoth with you keeping things moving!

Theresa and Joel Rakocy

Thank you so much for making everything about our wedding perfect! We were so at ease all night knowing you would move everything along. We were impressed and please with how wonderful you were to work with. Thanks again!

Katie and Justin Ball

People kept asking about how we found you all night. And we were more than happy to give them your contact information. John was perfect and did a great job. Doug and Emmanuelle Genna

I cant express enough how happy I am that we went with Selective Sound. I never once had a concern because everything was already prepared. You guys were the easiest vendor throughought the entire process. I would recommend you in a heartbeat. We went to 3 other weddings this year and by far had the best time at our own. Thank you again..

Matt and Margot

John was wonderful at our reception. He was very easy to work with and very understanding. He played a great mix of music and led the evening very well. Thank you again
Liya and Alex Novik

It was great working with you Joey. We got a ton of compliments on how wonderful you guys were. How you put a new twist on old favorites. The dancefloor was packed and we had a blast. Thanks again

Joe and Tina Warchol

We thought you guys were great! You read the crowd very well and knew what music to play to get everyone up dancing. We had a great time!

Michel and Tim Parsons

Jay r-we had an absolutely amazing time and our reception. You played such an important role in making that happen. We received so many compliments-people were truly impressed by the music and how fun and classy it was. Than you for a time we will NEVER forget.

Erin and Aaron Thayer

We had Selective Sound at our out of town wedding and guests raved about how great the DJ was. Jay r got our quiet, conservative families up on the dance floor and everyone from 5-80 was dancing. The MC and music were perfect. I highly recommend these guys!

Matt and Rhonda Prusak