Everyone is always looking for a new and exciting ways to announce their wedding day.
This is a wedding we did for Rich and Melissa Robinette on April 16, 2011. The wedding reception was held at South Fayette Fire hall in Cuddy, Pa. We were the master of ceremonies and music entertainment.
The theme for the night was a tailgate party and sport songs for dinner from all of Pa sport teams. Then there music selection was nice and easy music that will keep people dancing all night long with some special requests from the Bride and Groom, like Jersey girl and Get drunk and be somebody to all the party club hits with a touch of Bon Jovi and Journey.
The night Started of with intros into the hall with there personalized music for the bridal party being with the rocky theme and then going into the DJ Pauly D Beat da beat and the bride and groom walked into Black and yello.
Over all the night was a blast and they all had fun as well as us. We were glad to be part of there special day.
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On Saturday July 31, 2010 Patty and Jimmy Schubert held an outdoor wedding and a reception that would be remembered for a lifetime. Jimmy and Patty had some great ideas of how they wanted their wedding and where they wanted their wedding to be at. They Idea was to be married at Kennywood Park and than take pictures through the park.
We thought this was an awesome idea and we said we would check in to this. We called Kennywood Park and talked to them and to them we have a client that wants to get married in your park.They said that would be wonderful to work with them on their dream wedding. Jimmy and Patty wanted to get married on the Phantom Revenge and then when the said “I DO” they would take off on the coaster and it would be their first ride through life together.
At 11am they gathered all there guests, family, and bridal party and headed to the Phantom.The wedding started right on time and then they where off on there ride through life together as one. When they came back they also wanted some pictures around the park and on the merry go round. So they went and did this and then were very pleased with how they wedding day was going.They where ready to leave the park around 3pm to attend the wedding reception that would be held at the Wilkins number 3 Hall in Wilkins,Pa.
Guests began arriving at Wilkins Hall shortly after 3:00 pm where they enjoyed cocktails and appetizers as the bridal party posed for pictures with photographer. At 4:00 pm we formally introduced each couple of the bridal party to a song that the Bride & Groom picked out to fit there taste.First was the parents of the bride Bill and Shirley Stewart came in with moondance,then second was Brandon and Shannon came into Tic Tok – Kesha,third we have Courtney & Anthony come into Party in the USA, forth we had Jamie & Shawn walk into Runs House, Fifth was Rich & Margo Fire burning - Sean Kingston, now we had the Best man and Marton of honor Vic & Joy coming into OMG – Usher.We then introduced Jimmy and Patty to Rollercoaster – Red Hot Chili Peppers.
After the introductions, toasts were given by the best man Vic and matron of honor Joy. Dinner was prepared by the culinary staff at Sky’s the limit Catering from Monroeville,PA and served buffet style. After dinner Jimmy and Patty cut their wedding cake to the song“Sugar, Sugar” by The Archie’s. We then invited the newlyweds to share in their first dance together as husband and wife to Cross my heart – George Strait. Jimmy & Patty then danced with the bridal. Next, Patty requested a special dance with her Son Brandon. Jimmy also requested a dance that he would be able to dance with all three of his children. We did a pre made mix for him to practice to and when the music started the one of the girls came out to the floor and had no idea.First was Jamie the oldest to Tiny Dancer, then Courtney dance to Brown Eyed girl, and then
Shannon the youngest came out to dance with her dance to My girl.
Throughout the rest of the evening, guests danced to music by Vanilla Ice, AC-DC, Bon Jovi, Kesha, Lady Gaga and more. At 10:00 pm we invited everyone to share in the last dance of the evening to “Goodnight Sweetheart Goodnight” by The Spaniels.
We provided them at this wedding DJ Entertainment services, our upgraded Dance floor lighting, and our full room up lighting package.
You’ve said ‘I do’ and all your guests are waiting for the sweet and tender moment when the newlyweds share their first dance. The song should fit the mood perfectly and must reflect your feelings for one another. But there are thousands of great first dance songs – do you want a popular classic tune? Do your future husband’s two left feet require something simple and easy to dance to?
Most Popular Classics
If you’re not sure what to choose, consider choosing one of the most popular first dance songs – these classics have been favorites with new couples for decades so you can’t go wrong!
The Top 10 Classic First Dance Songs:
* Unforgettable by Nat King Cole
* The Way You Look Tonight by Frank Sinatra
* What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong
* Can’t Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley
* At Last by Etta James
* It had to be You by Harry Connick Jr.
* A Kiss is Just a Kiss by Michael Feinstein
* Unchained Melody by The Righteous Brothers
* A Whole New World by Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle
* Endless Love by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie
Prelude
It’s the prelude to the kiss! Prelude music is played as guests are taking their seats right before the wedding ceremony is set to start. Think of prelude songs as the opening act to your romantic play.
Processional
Cue the music — the processional is in progress! Processional music plays as your bridal party and groomsmen take their walks down the aisle. The anticipation is at its height, as everyone awaits the first glimpse of the lovely bride.
The Bride Entrance
Here comes the bride — grooving to The Beatles! Bridal entrance songs range in the traditional (think Ave Maria) to braver tunes like Bon Jovi’s Make a Memory. The most important thing about a bride’s entrance is that it fit with her personality and the theme of her wedding day.
Unity Candles
Lighting the unity candle is a truly bright moment and signifies the coming together of two people. Unity candle songs set the tone of the actions, songs like Amazing Grace or Here and Now (Luther Vandross) enhance this beautiful gesture.
Interlude
An interlude is any special wedding moment that requires no words — just the perfect music to set the scene. Interlude music can be more reflective (Bach’s Arioso) or celebratory (I’m a Believer, by Smash Mouth).
Recessional
Let’s get this wedding party started! Wedding recessional music is all about joy, as the bride and groom are now man and wife and are taking a happy stroll back down the aisle together. Favorite wedding recessional tunes include the cheeky (Queen’s Another One Bites the Dust) or the sentimental (Etta James’ At Last).
These are some ideas for you to look at as of song for these important events during your personal wedding ceremony.
We always say to the bride when they are planing this part of the wedding use music that you both remind you of each other. We as a DJ love when your event is touching and from the heart. Feel free to ask us about any info or planning ideas http://www.pghvibesunlimited.com
1) Get Them Comfortable
When first arriving at a wedding reception some guests tend to be complacent and reserved with new faces.
A challenge you’ll want to quickly address is getting them comfortable with each other and their surroundings.
A great way break to break the ice is to provide a fun and interactive game during cocktail hour and/or dinner.
Simple games like the Mirror Kiss, Scavenger Hunts, or even Put-for-a-kiss works great. For some great ideas check out TheKnot.com or even Google reception games. There are tons of great resources out there.
2)Get Them Moving
During dinner guests often slow down due to the decrease in physical activity and from the consumption of food and liquor.This slow down in physical activity creates a shutdown in their adrenaline. As you probably guessed it, this is not something you want right before you open your dance floor. During desert you’ll want to be sure to increase your guests movement to increase their endorphins and to promote a sense of ease.
One of the greatest things about it being your wedding day is you’re the boss! You can boss your bridal party around a little bit. So tell the bridal party that part of their job is to dance, and to ask other people to dance. After 10 years of DJing, I’ve noticed that guests are more apt to dance when there are already people dancing. So make it part of your plan to be on the dance floor at least 40% of the evening with your dance floor. This is tried and proven. It will work!
3) Get Guests Dancing
Create An Atmosphere: After dinner you may want to try a karaoke sing-a-long to get the spirit going. Audience participation, where your guests function as a unit, rather than as individuals, builds confidence and relieves their some of their inhibitions.The wedding event will flow smoothly when everybody’s at ease and you don’t have to pump them full of liquor to get there
A simple technique to raise the energy level is a song that everybody knows with a fun activity tossed in. “That’s Amore” or “Sweet Caroline” are fun songs that everyone knows and can help reflects the romance of the evening. Set to music, your emcee might suggest that your guests raise their dinner napkins over their heads and sway to the beat of the tune as they sing along. Once the crowd gets their endorphins pumped, you’re ready to introduce the first dance for the bride and groom.
4) Play the Music They Like
Variety in music is key when it comes to a successful wedding reception. What appeals to your high school friends will not be exactly the same as your work colleagues. Try to have your DJ mix things up and play a little of each. If yourDJ does things right your guests who come up for The Bee Gees will stick around for Justin Timberlake. A great way to feel your crowd out before the reception is to have them request a song for dancing on their reply cards. This not only gets your guests involved but it also ensures the wedding music appeals to their specific tastes.
5) Don’t Forget The Older Guests
Be sure to take care of your older guests. Sure you want your friends to have a good time, but don’t forget about the older folks. They should be equally involved in the fun throughout the evening. Older guests generally are the first to leave so be sure to cater the music towards them during the first hour of open dancing. You’d be surprised at how many great songs came the 40s, 50s and 60s. Be sure to play some songs like by. Some great suggestions would be The Supremes, Jerry Lee Lewis, and of course Elvis Presley!