Planning your event is a big challenge. These FAQs will assist you in your Disc Jockey selection so your event will be as successful and memorable as you want it to be.
How far in advance
should I book my DJ?
Most good full-time
DJs will book up quickly. I would suggest booking a DJ about a 9 to 12 months
in advance of a wedding and 3 to 6 months in advance of any other function.
What types of
packages and pricing plans do you offer?
Many different options
are available. When we meet can discuss in more detail what type of function
you want. Being the sole owner and operator, I do not implement pre-priced packages.
This allows me to set my prices based on your exact needs and requirements.
This ensures you get the best quality for the best price.
Will you provide
a written contract?
1 o'clock
jump! offers a free consultation prior to your event where we can go
through your needs and desires for your special night. A contract is then created
to secure your desired date and to protect both parties and to make the event
official.
What will it
take to secure my date?
Once a signed contract
and the required deposit are received, your date is booked and secure!
Can we pick
the music that we want played?
Absolutely! Prior
to your event we will discuss your favorite songs so they can be worked into
the event. However, you do not need to list every song that you want played.
As a professional DJ I have plenty of experience with knowing exactly what song
to play and when.
What if there
are songs we don't want to be played?
That is totally
up to you, it's your party and if you don't want certain songs to be played,
than please let me know. If a guest asks to play something you don't want played,
I will politely explain that you don't want it played.
Do you play
requests?
Requests are played
throughout the night or unless otherwise specified. Requests are ordered in
a format that will flow smoothly with the music in a logical sequence or if
appropriate, first come, first serve.
There is a company policy in place not to play profanity that would offend people
attending your special event.
How do I plan
for the details of the music?
I will discuss the event with you in detail obtaining key information such
as:
• General Information - info about the event (key parties (Bride/Groom,
etc.), date, time location, number of guests, etc.)
• Reception Highlights - detailed info about your choices (cocktail/dinner
music, toast, blessing, cake cutting, first dance, Bride & Father/Groom
& Mother dance, garter toss, last dance, etc.)
• Party Introductions - introduce members of the party
• Music Selection - list of MUST PLAY, PLAY IF POSSIBLE and DO NOT
PLAY songs
• Timeline - details of when you want key events to occur during
the event
Are you going
to be the DJ and MC for our event, or are you going to send us someone else?
You get ME! If you
hire 1 o'clock jump! the DJ you meet with, plan your event with
and trust to work your event will be the ME. I am the one that shows up and
makes your event a success.
Do I have to
worry about any hidden charges that come up?
No hidden charges. The price quoted covers the total cost of entertainment
for the evening provided by 1 o'clock jump!. There are no extra
traveling charges. Other plans such as a meal for the DJ and sleeping arrangements
for distant out of town events can be discussed individually per client.
What type of
events do you specialize in?
1 o'clock jump! specializes in weddings, Christmas and other holiday
parties, school dances, birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, corporate events
and any other party that requires music.
I have experience in events that involve mixed age groups as well as parties
that require a fun, creative DJ to get involved with the crowd. I have handled
many other types of unique events as well and am qualified to do so.
What happens
if by the end of the night, the crowd is having too much fun partying and says
"let there be music"?
No problem. 1 o'clock
jump! would always be willing to play for a small extension of time at no extra
cost. We wouldn't just 'cut your night off' and pack up unless informed to do
so. If you wish for your event to go substantially later than agreed upon, however,
there may be a small hourly charge.
Many DJs are not flexible with this and some will not play any overtime.
How do we know
we're getting a professional DJ who takes our special event seriously?
As the founder of my company, I take my work very seriously. My main concern
when performing at your event is to give everyone a great night, exceed your
expectations and take the pressure off you so that you have no worries.
You can relax in knowing that the night's success is as important to me as it
is to you, if not more.
I come to your event organized, on time and dressed well. You can be at ease
knowing that 1 o'clock jump! is not just a basement company trying to make a
few bucks on the side. When you hire 1 o'clock jump! you hire a professional
throughout the entire event. My personal goal as a disc jockey is to raise the
standards for DJ's in my area and establish a reputable and successful business
that will meet or exceed the expectations of hiring a professional DJ.
Also, please refer to my Notes of Thanks page on my web site for refereals and
testimonies from my clients.
How can I get
a hold of you for a quote, further information or for assistance?
My contact information is as follows:
1 o'clock jump!
Don Buzzell
Phone: 425-888-0310
Email: Don@1oclockjump.com
Meetings can be
arranged previous to your event when best convenient for you.
Also, please refer to my Contact Information page for an opportunity
to obtain a discount on your event.
