High Class Brass
Rates
There are many factors that go into choosing a DJ or band for any event. Some consider price a primary consideration while others consider experience, trust and overall value. Disc Jockey rates vary based on talent, experience, emcee ability, service, coordination, equipment needed, music knowledge, mixing ability and personality. Rates for the DJ industry vary greatly, ranging from $500.00 to over $5,000.00 with an average of $1,200.00 for a 4 hour booking. The best price is not always the best deal! Surveys conclude that nearly 100% of brides were either glad they hired top local talent or wished they would have budgeted more for their entertainment, making it a #1 priority in hindsight.
Package Prices
| Complete Reception Package | 1475.00 |
This includes full DJ/MC services, coordination & live music!
Extras:
| Sound System for your ceremony | (includes wireless lapel/hidden mics) | 250.00 |
Ask about my special package which includes this service!
| Harp soloist for your ceremony | 450.00 |
| High Class Brass quartet for your ceremony | 575.00 |
| Flute soloist for your ceremony | 375.00 |
| Add piano player for cocktail/dinner sets, up to 3 hours | (I play trumpet, saxophone & trombone) | 250.00 |
| Add combo (piano/bass/drums) for cocktail/dinner sets, up to 3 hours | (I play trumpet, sax & trombone) | 700.00 |
| Full band for reception dance/includes DJ service during band breaks | Various |
Ask for details/Visit the Live Music Samples page for demos
On a budget? If my rates are beyond your budget, let me know what you have in mind for your event and your maximum budget. I network with several DJs in this area and am happy to refer one to you.
Why they don't sell DJs at the Dollar Store
Do they have DJs at the $1.00 store? The $1.00 store is for products where quality isn’t a factor. All bleach is bleach. All duct tape is duct tape. All candy is candy. All greeting cards are greeting cards. All helium balloons are the same. All school supplies are the same. All gift bags are the same……..
Why do some brides hire a DJ based solely on price? DJs are NOT in an aisle at The Dollar Store!
All DJs are not the same. We are a service, not a product.
In fact, DJs are THE most important service professional at your wedding or special event! We can make or break the party. Before you hire a DJ, meet with them to make sure you like their personality. They are bringing their personality to your party! If it’s a destination wedding or impossible to meet in person, talk with them via phone more than once to get a sense of their communication skills and personality.
Check for credentials all professional DJs should have such as liability insurance and a business license. Ask about the equipment they will use. Does it look good? How does it sound? Can they provide professional quality wireless lapel (hidden) mics for the ceremony and wireless hand held mics for the toasts?
For more suggestions, see my DJ Hiring Tips page.
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