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Accolades (Kristen & Mikkel)

Westin-Wedding-DJImage courtesy of The Brand Studio.

My husband and I used Eric’s services for our June 2013 wedding, and we could not be happier that we did!

From the first moment we contacted him to get information, he was extremely helpful, prompt, and very friendly. When we finally spoke over the phone (we were planning from out of state), we just clicked with him. He is so easy-going, fun, and such a genuinely nice guy. Throughout the process, he made everything so easy for us, and he did everything in his power to make sure we were happy with the results.

Eric’s website is very well done, and the choosing of music is well organized- you get a login name and can listen to clips of the music while you decide. Eric even offers lighting, which was so reasonably priced, and he did a BEAUTIFUL job lighting our reception.

During the reception, Eric was wonderful. He was energetic, professional, and made the reception so elegant yet so much fun!! Every person that came to the wedding was on the dance floor, and we danced till the end!! The music he played was absolutely perfect, and exactly what we wanted. The combination of the ambiance from his lighting and the feel from the music made our reception the perfect night.

We cannot thank Eric from Schiemer Entertainment more for making our wedding so incredibly special; we will have wonderful memories of our reception for the rest of our lives, and we give so much of the credit for that to him.

Katie and Josh (Power Center Ballroom DJ)

I’ve talked a lot about timing for receptions here on my website, since I believe the decisions you make regarding the times of your ceremony and reception will effect how each part of your day plays out.  Katie and Josh held their reception on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, and had their reception begin immediately following in the wonderful sun-lit  Duquesne Power Center Ballroom.  Not only was this an excellent choice in venue, but they made many other fantastic decisions which made the day a tremendous success. Pantaleo Ely Wedding Since dancing was scheduled to begin long before the sun went down, we had discussed the best way to get the celebration started.  Katie, who works as a Zumba instructor, had the brilliant idea to begin by teaching all of the guests a simple, yet fun routine.  This really helped get people out of their seats and helped them loosen up for an early evening of dancing Both Katie and Josh stayed on the dance floor for almost every song of the night, and they worked hard to pull shy guests out and seemed to have a ton of fun just being with each other.  For the their honeymoon, this creative couple is heading off to the Adirondack Mountains to truly enjoy time together as they start a new chapter in their lives.

Wedding DJ Playlist

Monica and Josh (Pittsburgh Airport Marriott DJ)

Some friends and family members should not be trusted to participate in your wedding day.  The last thing anyone wants is crazy Uncle John going out and getting his mix tape out of the truck to play during your first dance.  That said, if you’re lucky enough to have loved ones that are trustworthy, they can help create special moments during your big day that you’ll never forget.  Monica and Josh were fortunate enough to have some pretty amazing moments assisted by family at their reception at the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott in Moon Township. Fiorenzo Babir Wedding I received a call before the wedding from Moncia’s sisters to request some assistance for the Maids of Honors’ toast.  I provided the music as they rapped well-wishes to the newlyweds to “The Fresh Price of Bel Air” theme.  Monica also chose to allow her dad to call me with a surprise father/daughter dance (Frank Sinatra’s The Way You Look Tonight).  These few unexpected moments really helped add some unique and fun to the evening. It was a wonderful evening of celebration and family.  Everyone had a fantastic time dancing, singing, and enjoying the photo booth.  Before the newlyweds headed off for their honeymoon in Aruba, the guests crowded the dance floor for three wild and fun farewell songs.

Wedding DJ Playlist

Dana and James (Carnegie Museum Wedding DJ)

One of my favorite things about weddings today is how couples are ready to incude only the the music and events that meet their style and tastes.  Dana and James planned  a day at the Carnegie Museum in Oakland, which began with great elegance in the Hall of Architecture and ended with an epic modern dance party in the Music Hall Foyer.

Rozum Wood Wedding

Dana and James chose to have contemporary piano music for cocktails and dinner, which matched perfectly with the beauty of the Music Hall Foyer.  After a few special dances, it was time to get the party started.  The newlyweds chose mostly music from the past decade, which was a perfect match for their wild and energetic guests.

The dance floor remained a crazy celebration all the way up until the last minute of the evening.  Afterwards, everyone made their way to the front of the museum for a sparkler farewell before Dana and Jim headed off for their honeymoon in Cancun.

Wedding DJ Playlist

Alaina and Nick (Lingrow Farm Wedding DJ)

While I believe almost everyone loves music of some kind, it’s great for me to work with couples who are truly passionate about the songs they want to include at their reception.  This weekend I was the DJ for Alaina and Nick’s amazing wedding at Lingrow Farm in Saxonburg, PA

Hession Hanson Wedding

Alaina and Nick picked a great variety of music for cocktails (20’s & 30’s jazz), dinner (Beatles, rock, & soul), and dancing (motown, soul, rock, alternative).  My favorite parts of the evening were watching their faces light up as their selections helped create the perfect moments.

It was an amazing day for the newlyweds and their guests before it was time to take the shuttles back from Lingrow Farm.  Nick and Alaina chose an amazing and unique wedding day soundtrack, and it was the perfect match for their friends and family.  By the end of the evening, the couple was ready to begin their honeymoon in the Tennessee mountains.

Wedding DJ Playlist

Kristen and Mikkel (Westin Convention Center DJ)

Some couples just know.  They know what they want, and they know what will work.  I LOVE working with couples like this.  I’m certainly always happy to lend my expertise to help make decisions, but when it comes down to it, the bride and groom are the ones who know best what is going to make their day perfect.  Kristen and Mikkel held their reception at the Westin Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh, and they made such amazing choices, that I’m certain they wouldn’t have changed a thing.

Miller DeBenedetto Wedding

Since they were planning from out of town, Kristen, Mikkel, and I had a great time talking over Skype to discuss details.  They made great choices for  uplighting colors (pink and orange), monogram style and placement, and most importantly, what music was going to make their guests jump up and celebrate.

Their friends and family were truly ecstatic to join in the fun and dancing.  It was an evening that came to an end way too soon as guests crowded the dance floor for the last remaining songs.  The newlyweds are off to Jamaica for a romantic and relaxing honeymoon, which I’m sure will end up being another perfect choice.

Wedding DJ Playlist

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