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Music is a very important part of life. It provides entertainment, as also serves as a source of inspiration for some. It is also a great part of weddings especially at the wedding reception, so it only makes sense that you should be very careful when choosing the DJ who will play at your wedding.
If you are lost on how to hire a DJ for your wedding, then here are some things that you should keep in mind.
Ensure you listen to samples of their previous works
Before you commit to hiring a DJ, you should ensure that you listen to samples of their previous works, for example, a recording of a previous gig that they had.
This will help you to have a general idea of what they sound like and will help you decide if you like their work enough to hire them.
Get reviews if possible
Getting reviews from previous clients of your potential DJ will give you an inkling into how they work, including how professional they are, and how satisfied the clients were.
Get a sample playlist
If possible, you should have the DJ create a sample playlist for your wedding. Alternatively, you could work hand-in-hand with the DJ to create the perfect wedding playlist.
Before hiring a DJ, you should ask him if he offers this service, as this will help you avoid nasty surprises on your wedding playlist.
Know their experience
Before hiring a DJ, you should ask questions about his experience, as this will help you determine his level of expertise. It is very crucial to know how experienced your DJ is because it will help to tailor your expectations.
You could ask questions like how often they take on wedding gigs, how many years they’ve been in the business, etc.
How much they charge and how it fits into your budget
This is perhaps, the most important thing to keep in mind when hiring a DJ for your wedding. You should know how much they charge, and how it fits into your budget.
This doesn’t mean that you should be cheap, however. You should allocate a healthy chunk of your reception budget to hiring a good DJ.
A good DJ can either make or break your wedding and so you should keep these tips in mind to ensure that you hire a great DJ.