I’m always very excited to play my first wedding of every year. I can’t imagine a more perfect couple to kick off 2014 than Paige and Evan. Their fun, relaxed attitude made for a fantastic and elegant reception at Pittsburgh’s Grand Hall at the Priory. The Grand Hall is one of Pittsburgh’s most stunning venues...
One of the great honors I’ve had is playing receptions for members of our military. Not only do I have great respect for the men and women who serve our country, but also their friends and family know the value of spending time together, and are always ready for a celebration. This could not have...
There are many variables that can affect how you spend your time on your wedding day. It’s important to remember to be flexible and take full advantage of all the time you have with friends and family. Kylie and Manny were the perfect example of going with the flow and enjoying every moment of their...
Every wedding contains a million details, all of which will come together to create a day which is completely your own. Shannon and Cole worked tirelessly on their amazing wedding and reception held at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh. With the help of family and friends, their celebration was romantic, unique, and completely awesome. One...
Planning a wedding is never simple. Thousands of details need to be prepared, considered, and chosen in order to have your big day come together as you please. Alys and Tim’s reception at the Phipps Conservatory Ballroom was the perfect example of excellent planning and wonderful choices that made for a fantastic and elegant reception....
Most people look forward to seeing their friends and family get a little silly and crazy during their wedding reception. One way to set the mood for a great celebration is to be willing to get a little wild yourself. Stephanie and Jean-Pierre certainly understood how to create the perfect mood for their incredible party...
Most people would agree that it’s important to have a variety of music throughout the wedding day. Jessica and Erik did a fantastic job of including many different styles and genres of music for their beautiful ceremony and reception at Bella Sera in Canonsburg, PA. I was fortunate enough to DJ Erik’s sister’s wedding a...
If you look over the various wedding playlists I post online, you’ll notice that the dancing portion of the evening makes up only 1/3 of the songs played at each reception. Cocktail hour and dinner is valuable time where you can include fantastic music which may not be appropriate for later in the night. Sherri...
I love to see how people can use songs to make the biggest day of their lives like no other. Kelly and Nate put great effort into choosing the soundtrack for their special day at the Long Vue Club in Penn Hills, PA. The outdoor space at the Longue Vue Club was the perfect venue...
Since last week’s blog covered the importance of a great entrance for your reception, it seems fitting this week to discuss the perfect ending. Most couples I meet with would envy the amazing finish that Shannon and Jason had for their big day held at the Four Points Sheraton in Cranberry, PA. Shannon and Jason...
The music and style you choose for your grand entrance into the reception can help set the tone for the entire evening. Soft and sophisticated, crazy and wild, or just fun and loud music will let your guests know exactly what your plans for the celebration will be. Jennifer and Jeremy took the time to...
Emilie and Micah put together a wedding day which was the perfect mix of elegance and fun. They made great choices for their reception at the Shannopin Country Club that not only matched their style, but was a fantastic time for everyone. The ballroom at Shannopin was filed with special touches to make the space...
Hi, I’m Eric. I’m a Pittsburgh wedding DJ who cares about great music, a smooth timeline, and a dance floor that feels natural and fun, not forced.
This blog is a collection of real weddings, favorite venues, and moments that show what a great night can feel like.
