Choosing a DJ for you function is one of the most important decisions you can make to insure the success of your event. Even if everything else is perfect, without good music the party is likely to fizzle. Selecting the right DJ can be confusing. There are more than 15,000 Dee Jays in the United States, all of whom will doubtless promise to do a great job. The purpose of this article is to provide you with some guidance, so your choice will be informed and your decision will be easier.

The most surefire and, certainly the easiest way to find a DJ you're certain to like, is to hire one whom you have seen perform. If you have attended a wedding or another party where the DJ was to your liking, it shouldn't take too much scouting around to find out who he or she was. If you didn't take a business card at the event, your host, hostess or the manager of the venue where the party was held will surely be able to provide you with that information.

1. Decide on a date.
2. Make an appointment with Clergyman / Officiant.
3. Determine a budget.
4. Compose a guest list.
5. Set time, location of Ceremony, Rehearsal & Reception Venue.
6. Choose Professional Photographer / Videographer.
7. Shop for wedding gown: Several fittings will be required.
8. Obtain Floral & Music estimates; book services if possible.
9. Register with gift registry.
10. Select brides maids.
11. Pick a honeymoon destination: (renew passports & inoculations.)
12. Begin selection of a Caterer.
13. Set a date to order dresses for bridesmaids.

The Importance of AGDJS on your Wedding!

According to UltimateWedding.com, Modern Bride, Martha Stewart Weddings, TheKnot.com and the American Disc Jockey Association, the following statistics dramatically stress the importance and value of quality entertainment in the modern wedding market:

• 72% of today's brides are using professional mobile entertainers for their entertainment choice.
• 63% of the guests attending these functions do not remember what was served for dinner but do remember the entertainment.
• 4% to 6% is the amount most brides reserve for their entertainment budget.
• The average cost for a mobile entertainer for a wedding is $1,200. The cost is largely dependent upon the experience of a DJ, locale and specific client requests.
• The entertainment chosen for a wedding or party is responsible for 80% of the events' success.