Questions & Answers:
Here's a list of some of the questions that we get from clients ... including some of the ones that you may not have thought of.
- How long have you been in the business?
- What do your D.J.s wear?
- Are all of your D.J.s experienced?
- Why are the deejays called the Team?
- Do you recommend a meeting before the event?
- Do we get something in writing?
- Do you require a deposit?
- Is it advisable to pay in full as a deposit?
- Can we meet the deejay?
- What awards have you won?
- How far in advance should we book?
- Are you a member of the DJ Association?
- Do you accept requests?
- Do we get to choose any music?
- Some halls do not have a P.A., can we use yours?
- What other music do you have?
- What equipment do you have?
- Can you provide lighting?
- Do your associates drink during the evening?
- Do you take breaks during the evening?
- Should we feed the deejay?
- Can you act as an M.C. (Master of Ceremonies)?
- Do you charge tax?
- Should we tip the deejay?
- Can we give you CDs to play?
- Q: How long have you been in the business?
- A: Since 1984.
- Q: What do your D.J's wear?
- A: It depends on the type of function. If it is a wedding, we come dressed dignified. For other events, it can range from casual to full costume for the theme dances. We would discuss this with your prior to the event.
- Q: Are all of your D.J's experienced?
- A: Yes. I rate the deejays on the number of functions they have performed rather than the number of years they've been doing them. For example, someone with 10 years of experience may have only done 40 functions (that's only 4 per year!).
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- Q: Why are the deejays called the Team?
- A: At Dancemaster DJ's we've created an "All for one, one for all" concept. Our people are made to feel that they are part of something special, rather than feeling like "the staff".An atmosphere was created where they can grow and develop their craft. Their invaluable input and experience have been able to catapult our service beyond our competitors. It is because of these individuals we are considered a superior elite DJ service.
- Q: Do you recommend a meeting before the event?
- A: If circumstances allow, then YES! We actually prefer it that way! It gives our clients a sense of assurance. They know where we are. We can meet as many time as you feel it is necessary. Because Niagara is a popular spot, many of our clients are from overseas or south of the border. Meeting is sometimes not possible in these unique situations, so as an alternative, we rely on email and phone contact for these situations.
- Q: Do we get something in writing?
- A: Most certainly you do. This is for your legal protection. If you're dealing with a company or individual that doesn't.. you are asking for trouble. It comes down to being their word against yours.
- Q: Do you require a deposit?
- A: Yes, we ask for at least a $100 deposit when booking the event. This non-refundable payment ensures that you have a D.J. booked. The balance is due at least a week in advance. Payment can be made by cheque, cash or money order. We don't take PayPal (yet) or any credit cards. We can accept payment at the beginning of the night of the function (but only by cash). The balance ensures the deejay's performance for the evening. Without it, the deejay has the authority to remove their pre-set up equipment and leave the function.
- Q: Is it advisable to pay in full as a deposit?
- A: Absolutely not! (a recipe for disaster). So much could happen between the time you book and the actual date of the event.
- Q: Can we meet the deejay?
- A: A lot has to do with scheduling, but yes you can. You can request a certain individual from our team at the time of quoting, and that person (if available for your date) guarantees that they'll work for the success of your function.
- Q: What awards have you won?
- A: Whenever there has been a Reader's Choice award for most preferred DJ, we've never lost. We've earned an international citation to be able to be called a superior elite service, and the owner the highest title of Grand Master DJ.
- Q: How far in advance should we book?
- A: We always recommend that you consider the entertainment a high priority. We're responsible to "finish off the day" and leave a lasting good memory. A lot of times, we get booked up to a year in advance. Our clients are willing to pay a little extra to ensure their peace of mind. That being said, we do recommend that you at least begin to make enquiries up to 4 - 6 months in advance.
- Q: Are you a member of the DJ Association?
- A: Yes, we are members of the N.D.J.A.
- Q: Do you accept requests?
- A: Absolutely! With the amount of music that we carry to every function, it's actually hard to "stump" us. It's all about what you want to hear.
- Q: Do we get to choose any music?
- A: Absolutely! When we have our meeting(s), we go over and choose the music you want played ... and ... the music you don't want played. We recommend that you come up with a list of song titles and/or artists. It gives us an idea of what you and your guests are looking for. For weddings, it's important to plan the start of the night (and any other special music) beforehand.
- Q: Some halls do not have a P.A., can we use yours?
- A: If we are booked for the dinner as well as the rest of the evening, then yes. If we are booked strictly for the dance, then no.
- Q: What other music do you have?
- A: We learned a long time ago that a really good company invests in three things. Good people, good equipment, and ALL types of music! We update our music library monthly with the most current charts (of all types). We add music from all over the world and our library is growing faster than any other company in the area. We currently have over 18,000 songs from 75 different nationalities ... including an extensive background and ceremonial music library. There actually isn't much that we can't handle.
- Q: What equipment do you have?
- A: We carry professional names such as PEAVEY®, American DJ®, and Citronic®.
- Q: Can you provide lighting?
- A: Depending on your requirements, ... yes we can. Much of this will depend on your venue. They may not allow several pieces based on insurance and fire safety issues. Outdoor venues sometimes also have problems with insufficient electricity. Before you spend extra, check on the venue for what is permitted.
- Q: Do your associates drink during the evening?
- A: They are not permitted to have alcohol during the performance. They can have soft drinks and water.
- Q: Do you take breaks during the evening?
- A: No, we work straight through.
- Q: Should we feed the deejay?
- A: It would be advisable. The DJ can be there 7-8 hours or more without a break. Halls & caterers factor in extra food for their staff, along with photographers, their assistants and videographers, a DJ should be no different.
- Q: Can you act as an M.C. (Master of Ceremonies)?
- A: Yes we can. All we ask is that you prepare us well for it.
- Q: Do you charge tax?
- A: Yes, our company is busy and large enough to charge the HST.
- Q: Should we tip the deejay?
- A: It's not necessary ... but if the deejay has done a really great job and has made your event a success, ... well, we'll let you decide.
- Q: Can we give you CDs to play?
- A: We certainly can accept them, providing we get them in plenty of time for the event. We only accept these from the person who contacted us. We will "screen" every CD provided before playing any part of them to avoid problems and potential embarrassment
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