General Information

How would you define your "style" or approach to providing DJ entertainment?

Our performers' presentation is elegant, sophisticated and unobtrusive, with a polished and professional approach to announcements and microphone work. Many DJs think that it is their job to put on a show and be the center of attention at the reception. We believe firmly that your wedding is your show, and we have no interest in taking the spotlight from you. Our performers are more than capable of flawlessly making any necessary announcements, but we do not make any remarks outside of what is needed. We will not tell jokes or carry on with your guests, plug our company, or give your guests fascinating biographical information about ourselves or our clients.

How will I know who my DJ will be?

When you Contact Us by completing the online form on our website, you will receive a prompt acknowledgement from one of our company owners, who will provide you with more detailed information on our company and a price quote for your date. Once you're ready to move forward with meeting an available DJ, we'll then select a performer for your wedding based on date availability and any event-specific information you provide, and that DJ will contact you shortly. He will be more than happy to meet with you at a location of your choice (if you're in the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area) or conduct a phone interview (if you're out of the area) to discuss your plans. You then have a two-week window during which to make your decision, and your date will be reserved for you during that time. Should you decide to book MyDeejay, you will find that performer's name specified on your contract, and you are guaranteed his services at your event. The DJ is also contractually obligated to MyDeejay to perform for you, so you are assured of his presence.

How involved are you in helping us to plan our music?

Just as you pay a caterer for his or her expertise in food, you are paying MyDeejay in large part for our expertise in music. We are more than willing to provide you with a multitude of suggestions based on your preferences. Our extensive knowledge of music enables us to work with your requests and create a mood that is perfectly conducive to celebration. In addition, we specialize in addressing music "challenges," whether combining multicultural musical styles or adapting unique or eclectic music tastes to the formality of a wedding. Both your DJ and our customer service team are always available to answer questions or assist you in choosing the songs that will reflect your vision of your special day.

How involved can we be in selecting music for our event?

We encourage you to be as involved as you would like to be. If you have chosen MyDeejay to provide your entertainment, you presumably place great value on music and probably have very clear ideas as to what you want to hear. If you would like to select every song, we are happy to accommodate you. Most couples, however, prefer to discuss with their performer, in depth, their preferences and at least a few specific requests. We pride ourselves on listening to our clients and respecting their input and wishes, while providing additional suggestions and guidance when appropriate. Rest assured, you will never hear songs you have asked not to be played, or genres for which you have expressed your distaste. It's quite often that our clients will ask for our help in finding "that song that goes like this," or alternate versions of their old favorites. We derive a great deal of satisfaction from providing this service and are happy to help in any way we can.

What types of events are your specialty?

All performers available through MyDeejay are true wedding specialists, having deejayed for thousands of weddings combined.  Weddings are our passion and make up nearly 100% of the business booked through MyDeejay.  The only other types of events we do are high-end corporate functions, which typically require a similarly elegant approach and attention to detail.  MyDeejay does not book children’s parties, bars, nightclubs, or school events.

What other services does MyDeejay provide?

We are very happy to provide referrals to other vendors and answer every event-planning question you have. Our experience has helped us to develop a broad knowledge base in the area of special events. However, MyDeejay is strictly a wedding disc jockey service and does not claim expertise on or offer any other product or service. Providing entertainment that is Personal, Professional, and Perfect, every time, is our priority and our guarantee.

Do you belong to any trade organizations?

Yes. In fact, MyDeejay's president is also the founding president of the Washington, DC area chapter of the American Disc Jockey Association (ADJA-DC). In addition, we are a member of the Washington DC Couture Wedding Consortium (DCCWC), the Washington DC Green Wedding Consortium (DCGWC) and the Baltimore Green Wedding Consortium (BWIGWC).

What does it mean that MyDeejay is committed to "green" weddings?

MyDeejay is committed to environmentally responsible business practices, including offsetting our electricity and travel with Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), maintaining a "paperless" office, utilizing recycled materials for any documents we produce, and maintaining our memberships and certifications from various environmental organizations. We are excited to share ideas on "going green" with our clients and with other companies in the wedding industry -- for more information on our sustainable business practices and ideas for planning an environmentally friendly wedding, please visit our page about green weddings.

Do you use party props?

No. Our performers do not dress in any type of costume. We do not provide or distribute funny hats, masks, inflatable instruments, or Hawaiian leis. We do not cajole or harass your guests into joining us on the dance floor, nor do we teach people to line dance. If you are seeking a performer to motivate your guests in this way, you would probably be happier with another deejay company.

Performance Details

How do you dress for an event?

Our performers' typical "uniform" is a conservative black tuxedo with vest and tie, or a formal dark business suit, depending on what is appropriate for your event. Your DJ will discuss your requirements for his attire when you meet.

When do you arrive to set up for an event?

Our performers arrive on-site at least an hour and a half prior to the contracted start time of the event, and earlier as necessitated by the setup requirements of the site.

What kinds of music are included in your collection?

MyDeejay owns an enormous library of music in all formats, including international music. We update our collection constantly, ensuring that we are able to provide the songs that our clients and their guests are currently enjoying. Furthermore, we work closely with our clients in selecting the music for their event, and will gladly acquire any comercially available song that we don't already own -- at no cost to the client.  Because of this, we can virtually guarantee that we will be able to accommodate any request.

What kind of equipment do you use?

We use the highest quality professional-grade equipment available: strictly Visiosonic PCDJ and Native Instruments TRAKTOR PRO systems, Pioneer and Denon mixers, Electro-Voice speakers and Shure microphones.

How are emergencies handled?

Each of our performers takes the responsibility of performing for a wedding extremely seriously, and is both contractually and ethically obligated to do everything possible to avoid emergencies.  However, to ensure your event’s complete success, MyDeejay relies on a one-of-a-kind comprehensive backup plan.  Every weekend, we have a backup DJ (one of the performers from our regular roster, not a “B-list” DJ or one from another company) on call, who is prepared with appropriate attire, equipment, and the music and notes for every single wedding on our schedule.  In addition, each of our DJs all bring backup equipment to every event, and the company provides backup transportation in case of car trouble.  We believe our system is the most comprehensive emergency backup plan in the entire industry.  We put a great deal of planning and preparation into every event to preclude most types of emergencies, and we guarantee that our clients' satisfaction would never suffer due to such an event.

Are you insured?

MyDeejay carries a full liability insurance policy for each performer with a coverage value of $2,000,000. To view a copy of our insurance policy, click here.

What do you require from my event site?

We require at least one 6-foot banquet table, with linens, and adequate power (120-volt, 15-amp circuit on a grounded outlet) within 35 feet of where the DJ will be set up.

Making Your Decision

Can we speak with your previous clients?

Your performer will gladly provide you with references upon request, who are more than happy to discuss the quality of his performance and customer service. You will not be asked to "cold call" people to check our references; we will be sure to let them know to expect your call.  We want you to feel completely comfortable in researching our services. 

Can we visit you at a performance?

Out of respect for the privacy of others on their special day, MyDeejay does not permit prospective clients to "drop in" on a wedding. However, our references, online reviews, and the information we provide you in our initial meeting will speak volumes of our experience, style, and professionalism.

Do you provide demonstrations?

We do not feel a demonstration is an effective or necessary tool in making you feel comfortable in booking our services. You would not be considering MyDeejay (or any other professional disc jockey, for that matter) if you did not feel we were capable of setting up equipment and playing a few songs in sequence. We believe the most important task at hand is getting to know you personally and building your trust that we are providing the right performer for your event. That is our objective when meeting with you personally.

Another DJ I met with said “[insert derogatory comment here]” about you.  Is it true?

This is something we are hearing more and more often, and the answer is NO.  We have worked extremely hard to establish our outstanding reputation and to create a roster of the most talented DJs in the area, and we have enjoyed an amazing level of success as a result.  In just a few short years, we've earned practically every award and accolade possible for a DJ company and have been recognized nationally as an industry leader by publications like DJ TIMES and Mobile Beat Magazine, as well as the American Disc Jockey Association. 

Unfortunately, this has created a real stir among our local competitors, some of whom have resorted to "talking trash" about our company to prospective clients in an effort to earn their business.  This type of unprofessional behavior is obviously something that we would never resort to, but the sad reality is that some companies feel that this is the only way they can compete with MyDeejay.  These companies are hoping that you accept these untruths as fact, and are banking on us never having the opportunity to dispel them.  If you have any concerns about what a competing company has told you, we encourage you to contact our office for clarification -- we would be more than happy to discuss anything you've heard and give you accurate information to help you make your entertainment decision. 

Contract & Payment Terms

How much do you charge?

MyDeejay's base packages range from $1,350 to $2,000 and cover up to six hours of performance time, depending on the date. Additional time is available at a discounted hourly rate of $180-$300, also depending on the event date. For clients who pay in full at the time of signing their contract and who sign their contract at least four (4) months prior to their wedding date, we are happy to offer a 10% discount. Our rates are the same for any performer booked through MyDeejay, as each offers comparable experience and talent.

We base our pricing on an objective structure that only factors in the month of the event, to ensure fairness to all of our clients. We are not in the practice of subjectively pricing events based on our estimation of your budget -- for example, we don't price events higher if a client is using an expensive reception site or if they were referred by a well-known wedding planner. A complete and accurate price quote will be provided to you during our initial meeting, and more specific information on our pricing structure and policies can be found on our wedding DJ pricing page.

What is included in the cost of my event?

Performance time, setup time, breakdown time, travel up to 90 miles (one way from Columbia, MD), any applicable taxes, and all equipment (including additional sound systems, wireless microphones and subwoofer) and materials necessary to plan and execute your event. There are no hidden charges; all fees are clearly stated in your contract.

Will you present a contract at our initial meeting?

Yes. Your performer will come prepared with a contract guaranteeing his presence at your event, and an accurate and inclusive price. We feel that providing you with a contract is respectful of your time and presents the opportunity for you to review its terms with the performer and ask questions if necessary. It also gives you, in writing, the terms of MyDeejay's offer, something that may not be guaranteed with other companies' verbal promises. However, please know that you would never be asked or expected to sign your contract on the spot; we are happy for you to take it home for consideration. Contracts are valid for two (2) weeks following your meeting, and we will reserve your date for you on the DJ's schedule during that time. Out of fairness to others who may be waiting on the DJ's availability, we do ask you to notify us of your decision within that two-week window. If you decide you are not ready to move forward with booking your DJ at that time, we would need to release your date, but will be happy to put you back in touch with another available performer when you decide to continue with your planning.

What are the terms of payment if I book your services?

MyDeejay requests a 50% deposit, payable within two weeks of your initial meeting with your performer, when a contract is issued to you. The balance is collected 30 days prior to your event. Clients who elect to take advantage of the full payment discount (offered to anyone signing their contract at least four months prior to their wedding) would remit the balance, less 10%, with their signed contract. MyDeejay accepts cash, personal checks, and certified checks or money orders. We also accept MasterCard, Visa, and Discover.

How far in advance should we book your services?

Most clients book our services between 12 and 18 months prior to their event, with some clients signing contracts up to two years in advance. We are happy to accept short-term bookings based on availability; however, due to the high level of demand for our services, our performance schedule fills up quickly.  To check our availability on your date, simply fill out the web form on the Contact Us page.

Most Importantly...

Why should I choose MyDeejay for my event?

Simply put, we provide exceptional entertainment and the most accommodating and attentive customer care found in this industry. For more information about what makes MyDeejay unique, please read the section About Our Company.