DJ or iPod?

Today we are going to look more closely at a choice that some brides consider, out of the many choices of entertainment for their special day, should we have a DJ or just plug in an iPod?

With the new, constantly changing and improving technology of computers and devices, and the sound quality that comes with music in a digital format, combined with times that are financially challenging to many young couples and their families, we have seen some couples opt to forget about the expense of a DJ or a band and entertain the idea "Why don't we just plug in an iPod?
Good question, as a DJ there have been times I have used iPods in my array of technology as a tool over the course of an event. I don't think I have to laud the accolades of this device, however, when used by a professional DJ as one option of many to deliver a smooth and seamless event, incorporating timing with other event professionals behind the scenes, as well as specific dances people have traditionally come to expect, there comes, by the nature of the iPod, a flaw. When looking at a DJ, there are some that say "anybody can push a button", but as a seasoned professional DJ and musician of many years experience, let me assure you, in the context of any important event there are choices with buttons that can have dire consequences if someone makes a mistake. Of course you can make the choice to go the iPod route and risk looking like a bunch of pre-teens at a sleep over trying to fix the music, the stops and starts, long silences, people standing around on the dance floor waiting for the next song to start. Having your guests wondering what is going to happen next? Not being in sync with the real professionals like the photographer for the anniversary dance of your mom and dad, and having to chase down the photographer who is out on the lawn with your grandparents taking pictures? How bout having to corral your guests like cattle to their seats because dinner is being served and you and your girlfriends can't figure out how to make the microphone work, and when you do there is nothing but feedback?

There is one important key element missing from this scenario. . ..FLOW. . ..a trained professional DJ brings flow to your event, and piece of mind to you, because he has done this before, many, many times. A DJ can be the difference between an epic memory that you and your guests will share forever, or a nightmare scenario that could have been avoided. You and your family may be laid back and easy going, but do you really want your friends and family to look back on your wedding day as a comedy of errors? Take my advice, hire a professional DJ or band, or better yet. . ..both! Save money somewhere else, the entertainment portion of your event will be something your guests will remember long after the last drop of champagne is poured and the final candle goes out.
David Floodstrand
Prelude Entertainment
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