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Sunday, October 23, 2011

Jenna and Christopher (Summit Inn Reception)

One of my favorite parts of being a wedding DJ is seeing how the couple envisions their special day, so that I can help make sure it’s a big success. I had the pleasure of really getting to know Jenna Parcher and Christopher Shuknecht to help plan their wedding reception at The Summit Inn in Farmington, PA.

Parcher Shuknecht Wedding DJ

Jenna, Chris, and I had a great time talking about everything, including their relationship, their families, and their priorities for the big day. These two have such an amazing chemistry that makes them fun to be around. I couldn’t help but laugh when I saw that their cake topper was a replica of themselves. I loved how they even had it made to match Jenna’s gown and Chris’s tux!

True to their fun loving nature, Chris had to hold off Jenna when it was time to cut the cake.

Jenna and Chris provided me with some guidance as far as song selection, but their main priority was making sure their guests would stay and dance throughout the evening. Their guests made tons of requests and I was able to include music from every genre imaginable.

After everyone had the time to eat and visit, the couple had their first dance. It was great to see them a have a tender moment all to themselves.

Afterwards it was time to celebrate!

Chris’s Aunt helped organize a Polish Wedding tradition called the Oczepiny. All the guests gathered around to sing to the newlyweds.

While I always enjoying meeting with couples to discuss their wedding, I will never forget the time I spent with these two. After the first 10 minutes it was clear how much they are meant for each other. I also wasn’t too surprised to discover that their guests were as fun and wild as they are. The newlyweds are now heading off to Mexico for a honeymoon that is sure to be epic.

by EricTags: Epic, Fall, Polish, Traditional

Sunday, October 16, 2011

Lindsay and Adam (Harmar House Reception)

Everyone knows that your wedding day is the one day when you’re allowed to do everything your way. I find that the people who have the best receptions are those who are willing to remember that their guests are the most important part of the celebration. This weekend I was able to DJ for Lindsay English and Adam Schwab’s wedding at the Harmar House in Pittsburgh, PA. These two were sure to include their friends and family in the special day, which made it one that everyone was able to enjoy.

It was clear from the beginning how important their guests were to Lindsay and Adam. They spent time visiting with everyone, and allowed for many different styles of music so that all their guests would want to get up and enjoy the celebration. After dinner they had a few special dances which were emotional and beautiful.

With lots of time to enjoy themselves, we were able to cover music from all genres including country, rock, swing, 80’s, and modern music. It was awesome.

The large dance floor at the Harmar House gave lots of room for everyone to join in the party.

It’s great for me as a DJ to get to get to work with such honest and giving people. Because Lindsay and Adam were sure to put their focus on their friends and family, their day was one that was special to everyone.

by EricTags: Anniversary, Time, Variety, Visiting

Friday, September 30, 2011

MobileBeat Magazine Awards The Best DJ Websites

I’m thrilled, and extremely pleased that the editors of Mobile Beat Magazine have chosen my website as the best DJ blog in the country for 2011. It’s such a thrill to be acknowledged for doing something that you just love doing.

Here’s what they had to say:

“Using a unique approach, the homepage for this company is a blog. There is content on the rest of the website, but the home page is almost entirely made up of a blog. Like most DJ blogs, it has pictures from recent events, along with some other little tidbits of information. What makes this stand out is a great overall design of the website, amazing pictures, and a short wrap-up at the end of each wedding blog. Not only does content like this really draw a prospective client in, but it also does wonders for helping your website in the search engines (if done right, which this one is).”

I love working on my website since it showcases how special and unique every wedding can be. Even more than that I love being able to look back on some of the most amazing and fun times I’ve had been lucky enough in which to play a part. My thanks to Mobile Beat for noticing!

by EricTags: Accolades, Award, Blog, Magazines, Website

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Kara and Luke (Grand Concourse Wedding)

Location, location, location. Not only true in real estate, but maybe even more so when choosing the right wedding and reception venue for your special day. Your choice of venue will determine how your day will progress, and clearly it’s not a decision to be taken lightly. I love when I get to DJ at locations that are a little different, as I did this weekend for the wedding reception of Kara Piazza and Luke DeJohn at the Grand Concourse in Pittsburgh, PA.

Kara and Luke were married on the stairs at the Grand Concourse. What an amazing way to begin their new lives together!

Later in the evening, they used the same area to have their first dance.

Since the Grand Concourse is a large, spectacular venue, I placed speakers in a few areas to be sure guests could hear and enjoy the music. Kara and Luke chose a wonderful variety of songs throughout the evening that really suited them and their guests.

The newlyweds planned to use the different areas in the Grand Concourse creatively. There was the main dining area, the bar, and in a separate area was a photo booth, cookie table, donut machine and video slideshow . Even the dancing was in a space that made for a nice, louder party area, while there were plenty of places for people to go to visit and relax. Once the dancing started, the area filled up right away and things got a little crazy!

Love the look on Kara’s face as Luke’s friends carried him around the concourse.

Towards the end of the night, Kara and Luke were able to dance and spend quality time with their close friends. They were able to have the entire day at one amazing location. From getting prepared, all the way to the late night after party, their choice of venue made for an amazing celebration. They’re now headed to St. Lucia, for what I’m certain will be the perfect honeymoon.

by EricTags: Ceremony, Dancing, late, Location, Pittsburgh

Saturday, September 24, 2011

Amy and Josh (Alpine Room DJ)

There are some things you just can’t control on your wedding day. Probably the biggest is the weather. In Western PA, you never know if you’re going to get a heat wave or a downpour. All you can do is accept what comes and pray for the best. The weather didn’t seem like it was on our side while I was the DJ for Amy Stausbaugh and Josh Friday at their wedding ceremony and reception at the Alpine Room in Enon Valley, PA.

The rain was extremlely heavy while everyone was getting ready for the ceremony, but Amy’s attitude was upbeat and positive. She told me “they say a little rain is good luck, so it looks like we’re having TONS of luck today!” About an hour before the ceremony began, the clouds parted and even a little sun shown down. Perfect for Amy’s entrance on horse drawn carriage!

Amy made it clear that they wanted their night to be fun and full of all types of music. Throughout the day we covered everything from classical, country, rock, oldies, pop, and dance.

Their reception was prepared to be sure everyone could relax and have a great time. A huge cookie table and photo booth awaited their guests as they arrived for cocktail hour. After the grand entrance the newlyweds had a very touching and sweet first dance.

After dinner Amy danced with her father. I just love this picture.

Finally it was time to open up the dance floor and celebrate!

I love that Amy and Josh didn’t let the potentially bad weather worry them, and instead made sure that their day would be fantastic no matter what. They are now off to a well earned honeymoon in Hawaii where I’m sure they’ll find many ways to enjoy paradise, regardless of the forecast..

by EricTags: Fall, Friends, Rain

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Jennifer and Steven (LeMont Wedding DJ)

Planning a wedding is challenging. It’s even more so when you’re preparing everything from out of town. I tend to work with many people who used to call Pittsburgh home, and want to celebrate their big day back in the ‘Burgh. This weekend I was the DJ for Jennifer Prentice and Steven Derr at the LeMont. Jen and Steve moved away from Pittsburgh but wanted to have their wedding reception overlooking the 3 rivers of our great city.

One of the reasons Jennifer and Steven chose the LeMont was because of the amazing view. What a great way to show out of town guests the beauty of the Pittsburgh skyline.

The music was fun and upbeat. Jen and Steve chose songs from all genres to be sure everyone could enjoy themselves throughout the night.

When it was time to cut the cake, Jennifer and Steve both let each other have it!

Their first dance, to Brad Paisley’s “Then”, was sweet and adorable.

The LeMont is the perfect place for guests to relax, visit, dance, and enjoy the view.

The night ended with all of the newlyweds’ friends and family crowding the dance floor and singing. It was so much fun to know that so many people came from near and far to join in the celebration of this wonderful couple. These newlyweds came home to Pittsburgh and gave their guests a day to remember. Jennifer and Steve are about to travel even further for their honeymoon in Hawaii.

by EricTags: Out of Town, Pittsburgh, Wedding

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