Weddings
Preparing for your wedding…
There is alot that goes into planning a wedding from a DJ and MC perspective, and spinning your favorite wedding tunes is a small part of it. A wedding entertainer (the DJ) will become all three of the following functions at your wedding event:
Emcee – Make announcements and acts as host at formal occasions that makes your introductions, announcements and introduces others.
DJ – Play recorded music that engages the audience by playing appropriately scheduled music for events and the dance session. A DJ should be well versed in mixing music to motivate the attendees to dance. Very successful DJ stay on the leading edge innovation when it comes to leveraging the equipment they have for the best new sounds and memorable effects.
Program Director – Ensures that once the grand introductions have commenced, the events are staying on time by constant coordination with venue staff, servers, photographer, videographer, and wedding planner.
Most honest wedding planners will tell you that once a reception starts, everything is basically in the hands of the DJ. Experience, education and a focus on the needs of the client is really what you are paying for in these above areas. Exceptional wedding entertainers must have very strong critical thinking skills and solve problems on the fly like it has been rehearsed a hundered times. They also music know how to read your crowd to determine the best type and genre music to play. Anyone with skill can DJ a wedding, but there is more to it than just the music. Below is how I prepare for your reception.
Preplanning
Prior to your event, you will get a clear written contract from me. I will assist in the planning process and work closely with you (or your event planner) to understand your needs and music preferences for your event so everything flows smoothly. My customized DJ & MC wedding checklist can help us creatively structure your event well in advance, putting you at ease that your entertainment is planned and ready as you both would want it to be. I will also include a sample time line to help you plan your event. All packages come with my “8-Point Promise” to provide the highest quality and service for a value price.
During your reception
On the day of your reception, I will be professionally dressed and my setup will be discretely set-up and very neat and tidy. Cords are hidden and wrapped tightly around the tripods, and the wires are wrapped tightly and tucked away. My equipment is in black touring cases and my DJ table is all black with a skirt so everything is hidden from view. There will not be advertising at you event, no signs and plugs. My business cards available at best, but that’s it.
As a versatile MC and DJ, I select the right music, make announcements, and coordinate events catering to various audiences. As your emcee, I am accustomed to motivating the crowd to dance and getting them involved in line dances if requested. Realize the DJ can make or break the event. The DJ actually takes on the role of the wedding coordinator. Making announcements, playing your specific songs must be well-timed to keep your events running smoothly. I must be very aware of my surroundings and the situation at all times. For example, before I make an announcement for an event such as the toast or first dance, I must make sure the photographer is prepared for pictures or the staff has filled all glasses with champagne.
The Reception Packages
Click on the headings below to view my most popular wedding packages; all which can be custom tailered to your exact specifications. Once we discuss and I consider your needs for your dream wedding, I can provide to you a customized quote that outlines your packages that meets your specific needs and wants at your chosen venue.
3 Hours – Silver Reception
The silver wedding package is a value-centric package that is no frills and is designed for couples on a budget with no sacrifice in quality and service. This service comes with the following features and is upgradeable with our recommended extras at the bottom of the page:
Audio & Planning Package Includes
- 3 Hours of DJ and MC Entertainment Services
- 2000 Watt, 2 Speaker Sound System (up to 100 People in up to a 2000 sq ft.venue)
- Music Selection Detailed to Client’s Preferences
- 1 in-person pre-event consultation, unlimited video Skype or phone consultation
- Custom event time line and coordination with all of your other event professionals
- 1 Wireless Microphone System
Light Package Includes
- Spherion Disco Ball (modern-day disco ball)
- COLORrail LED Sound activated Light Bar
- 2 Jellyfish LED lights
Silver Reception - Please contact me for customized pricing*
* venue equipment needs and travel fees may apply
4 Hours – Gold Reception
This gold wedding package was designed for the optimal wedding time frame. As your event or wedding day transitions from sentimental to celebration you will want to turn down the lights and turn up the party with that powerful club sound and state-of-the-art LED lighting. This service comes with the following additional features and is fully upgradeable with the extras at the bottom of the page.
Audio & Planning Package Includes
- 4 Hours of DJ and MC Entertainment Services
- 3000 Watt (subwoofer enhanced) sound system (up to 100 People in up to a 2000 sq ft.venue)
- Music Selection Detailed to Client’s Preferences
- 1 in-person pre-event consultation, unlimited video Skype or phone consultation
- Custom event time line and coordination with all of your other event professionals
- 1 Wireless Microphone System
Light Package Include
- Spherion Disco Ball (modern-day disco ball)
- COLORrail LED Sound activated Light Bar
- 2 Jellyfish LED lights
- 1 Bliss Light
- Fog Machine (venue must approve use)
Gold Reception - Please contact me for customized pricing*
* venue equipment needs and travel fees may apply
5 Hours – Platinum Event
A fantastic package with upgraded audio, club lighting, with a re-event session with a custom event time line including event coordination. As your event or wedding day transitions from sentimental to celebration you will want to turn down the lights and turn up the party with that powerful club sound and loaded with state-of-the-art LED club lighting. This service comes with the following features:
Audio & Planning Package Includes
- 5 Hours of DJ and MC Entertainment Services
- 3000 Watt (subwoofer enhanced) sound system (up to 400 People in a 6000 sq ft.venue or outside events)
- Music Selection Detailed to Client’s Preferences
- 1 pre-event consultations, unlimited video Skype or phone consultation
- Custom event time line and coordination with all of your other event professionals
- 2 Wireless Microphone System
Light Package Includes
- Spherion Disco Ball (modern-day disco ball)
- COLORrail LED Sound activated Light Bar
- 2 Jellyfish LED lights
- Uplight Bar behind DJ
- 2 Bliss ceiling sky effects
- Cake pinspot to showcase your wedding cake ($50 value)
- Fog machine (venue must approve use)
Platinum Reception - Please contact me for customized pricing*
* venue equipment needs and travel fees may apply
6 Hours – Diamond Reception
The diamond reception package is the ultimate in audio and features every club light in the DJ Marty arsenal with unlimited pre-event sessions with a custom event time line including event coordination. As your event or wedding day transitions from sentimental to celebration you will want to turn down the lights and turn up the party with that powerful club sound and loaded with state-of-the-art LED club lighting. This service comes with the following features
Audio & Planning Package Includes
- 6 Hours of DJ and MC Entertainment Services
- 4000 Watt, 4 speaker subwoofer enhanced sound system (up to 250 People in up to a 4000 sq ft.venue)
- Music Selection Detailed to Client’s Preferences
- Unlimited pre-event consultations*, unlimited video Skype or phone consultations
- 2 Wireless Microphone System
- Custom event time line and coordination with all of your other event professionals
Light Package Includes
- Premiere Club lighting 15 fixture package complete with LED & Laser Lighting Package
- Elegant truss system with mirror ball and Bliss ceiling sky effects (over $1000 in lighting upgrades)
- 1 custom monogrammed logo for projection on wall or dance floor
- 8 Fixture Uplighting in your wedding colors
- 1 cake pinspot to showcase your wedding cake ($50 value)
- Fog machine (venue must approve use)
Diamond Reception - Please contact me for customized pricing*
* venue equipment needs and travel fees may apply
Want to custom tailor your event?
Click on the header below to view some of DJ Marty’s requested upgrades to make your event special!
Wedding Ceremony Service
Need to add music for the ceremony? DJ Marty runs the nearly invisible Bose L1 Compact speaker system so your guest will hear beautiful sound and speech from anywhere in the room. Plus you do not have to see those unsightly gaudy large speakers the other DJs use to clutter up your ceremony space. This service also includes one hour of ceremony service (each additional hour is $100 per hour).
Audio & Planning Package Includes
- 1 Hours of Ceremony entertainment service
- 1000 Watt, Bose L1 Compact Speaker system (up to 50 People in up to a 1000 sq ft.venue)
- Music Selection Detailed to Client’s Preferences as part of reception planning
- 1 Wireless lapel mic for your officiant (additional wireless lapel mics are available for the groom and bride at $100 for each person)
Ceremony Service - Please contact me for customized pricing*
* venue equipment needs and travel fees may apply
Additional Features
Tuxedo Shirt and Vest - To keep my prices low, DJ Marty is buinsess casual wearing a professional black polo shirt, black dress pants and shoes. For clients who need a formal look, I offer black suit or tuxedo vest or suit upgrade option.
Overtime Rate (per hour) – Want to keep the party going, overtime is available payable before overtime commences.
Additional Meeting with DJ – Need to meet with the DJ for additional planning sessions outside of the the rovided package consultations? I will come to you within 20 miles of zip code 28036 (Davidson) for a 1.5 hour meeting.
Early Setup – This option is available for clients wanting equipment set up earlier than the DJ specified time.Okay DJ Marty, you’re my guy. What next?
Once you have placed a deposit to secure your date, I would like to meet with you and your fiancée (or wedding planner) for an interview to customize your personal wedding itinerary. This is a very important interview so we can custom mold your wedding reception especially for you and discuss the needs of your chosen venue. With all the planning of a wedding, most engaged couples have ideas for their wedding, but do not realize everything that is offered to make their reception successful. Once we meet or discuss your venue and needs, I can narrow down the price from the range listed above.
A note about the asterisk – a.k.a Rates & Travel Fees
I pride myself for not charging setup or tear down fees however on rare occasions after I learn more about your event and wishes, I may need additional items that I may need to rent from a local production house. In this case I will fully disclose the items and costs in obtaining. In 95% of my events, there has been no additional costs. For travel outside of the 485 loop in metro-Charlotte, There will be a $1.00 per mile travel charge round trip in addition to the service rate. Any event outside of a 3 hour drive will also incur a lodging and accommodation charge.
