Remember this #1 Rule when planning your Wedding…IT”S A CELEBRATION!! So, Don’t over think it. If you allow the planning of your wedding to stress you out or ruin the process, you don’t need to be having a wedding. Allow yourself to be in the moment, to enjoy the process, to leave behind the things you don’t need, to accept the things you cannot control or change, and to have fun! It’s Your Wedding, don’t allow relatives or friends to have too much influence, such that it takes away the “you” part of your wedding. You NEED a Venue, Food, Alcohol, Entertainment, a Minister/Rabbi/Officiant, Photographer, and some flowers…you should strongly consider a Month Of Coordinator, A creative designer/florist, a videographer, and a cake/dessert baker. Beyond that, there are things you might want, which will make the event more fun and memorable, but start with the things you know you need and get that part under control. If you’re a busy/highly successful person, you should hire someone (a Professional Wedding Planner) to help you design the decor and timelines and to help hire the vendors, but you probably already know that if you’re a highly successful person. Finally, the entertainment, (which we are biased about) is crucial to the “memorable” and “Fun” factor…choose wisely. If you’re one of our current or previous clients, hopefully you feel that you made the right choice! CELEBRATE, LOVE, DANCE, and LIVE Happily Ever After! Happy Planning friends!

When planning the entertainment look towards EMS DJ a Fort Wayne wedding dj. We give you a Fort Wayne fun atmosphere, Fort Wayne wedding experience, and meet with your EMS DJ in person for you Fort Wayne dj wedding.

Review Our Packages We have done over 100+ weddings a year in Fort Wayne. I (Eric Smith/Owner) understand that not every wedding in Fort Wayne is going to be the same or need the same as the previous couple. Jason, Clint, and myself have come together and put together some amazing packages that allow for EMS DJ to really stand out from the competition in Fort Wayne. As a Fort Wayne Dj for weddings we have come up with a 5 hour music package, unlimited hour package, and amazing extras for special packages. We do not hide our prices from you as we stand proud to tell you what we offer! Check out our Fort Wayne Dj wedding packages clicking here!.

Meet with us Every Fort Wayne Dj has a great attribute about them. As you know if we were all the same life wouldn't be fun. We love sitting down with couples that have their wedding or event coming up in Fort Wayne, IN. Me (Eric), Jason, or Clint will sit down with you and discuss your wedding in detail. We will also show you what we do and how each of us interact with the crowd at your Fort Wayne Dj wedding. Call us today at (260) 460-7546 to set up a time and meet with 1 of us.

Enjoy the evening We will meet 30 days before the event to receive all information down to the last minute for your Fort Wayne Dj wedding. We then call you a week before to confirm everything to make sure we are on the same page. As a Fort Wayne wedding dj we know attention to detail matters and want to make sure you feel at ease and ready to have fun at your Wedding Reception. If questions arise while planning call us at (260) 460-7546.

DJs, with their music selection and announcements, truly set the tone at your reception, so make sure you set aside time to interview your prospective DJs (in person when possible). Listen (and watch) how your prospective DJ responds to the questions below. Then ask yourself if this person is a good fit (Is he likeable? Does she understand what you’re going for? Does he go above and beyond or just enough to get the job done?). You’ll know whether or not he/she sits well with you. Go with your gut. It’s better to do lots of interviews and find someone who you know will represent you well than to hire someone who you’re not completely comfortable with. Believe me, your guests won’t remember everything from your wedding, but they’ll remember the music (especially if it’s bad!).

1. Soo.. why did you become a DJ?

   If your DJ has a passion for sharing music and loves creating fun dance moments, it’s likely that preparing for and creating those moments will be a top priority for him/her. If it’s not obvious that they put the music first, you might not be getting the type of expertise that you want. Anyone can buy equipment and say they’re a DJ company, but not everyone provides expert song selection and flow. Make sure they care about choosing music that fits you and your wedding before you sign the contract.

2. What are your favorite wedding songs?

   You can learn a lot about DJs from their favorite wedding songs. Have you heard his/her favorite songs at every wedding you’ve attended? Are they mostly country while you’re mostly indie? If the songs they suggest aren’t your cup of tea, tell them…now. A pro DJ will go above and beyond to find songs that you’ll like and work well with your guests regardless of their own music preferences. It’s just that if you find a professional & experienced DJ whose favorite wedding songs are songs you’d want played at your own wedding, you’re one lucky duck!

3. How many weddings have you DJed?

   How long have you been DJing? It’s ok if your DJ hasn’t done a hundred weddings, you just want to know that they’ve done at least 10 awesome weddings before and have every intention of doing many more. If they’ve done 100, that’s great. If they’ve been doing it since 1792, that’s.. well, that’s for you to decide. Doing at least 10 weddings gets the kinks out of setup issues and the general flow of weddings. Knowing this along with answers to the other questions can help you justify the price you’re willing to pay.

4. Will you have any assistance at the wedding?

   Having an assistant or second DJ at your wedding is usually well worth the extra cost. Setup and breakdown of the heavy professional equipment is much quicker, guests requests are better accommodated, vendor cooperation is smoother, and you don’t have to worry about giving the DJs a restroom break (: Just make sure assistants are listed in the contract as well.

5. What if you’re sick or unable to make it to my event?

   Accidents happen. Better safe than sorry.. Make sure you’re comfortable with your DJs contingency plan. Many will have backup DJs and a system in place for communicating your music preferences. Many won’t. This is something you want stated clearly in the contract.

6. May I see photos of your setup?

   Unfortunately, every DJ setup was not created equally. Some have light-up panels (or facades) that they use to cover up their equipment. Others have compact podium-looking equipment. We’re not fans of either of these setups and you might not be either. Regardless, it’s a good idea to see photos of his/her DJ setup so you’re not surprised with flashing disco lights or a multi-colored DJ booth at your reception.

7. What is your equipment malfunction backup plan?

   Will you have backup equipment onsite? I attended a wedding years ago where the DJ showed up as guests were arriving, couldn’t hook up his equipment to the venues’ speakers, and obviously had no backup plan. After a while, they hauled their stuff off and left. The bride was in tears, the guests ate without music on, and the reception was over very soon after. It’s crazy. I know. True story! I think it happened so that I would never forget the importance of backup equipment… ever.

8. What is your wedding attire?

   Along with event attire, make sure to ask about what they’ll wear for setup. Setting up DJ equipment is a sweaty process that involves heavy equipment, so most DJs won’t be in formal attire during the setup process. Just make sure their attire meets your approval for early guest arrivals.

9. Do you do ceremonies?

   You might have this covered by classical musicians, but if you’re holding your ceremony outdoors or at the your reception venue, you might still want a little help from your DJ. Extra speakers, microphones, and other equipment can usually be added to your DJ’s workload for less than the cost of renting. Many couples are breaking away from traditional ceremony music and using instrumental versions of their favorite songs.

10. Are you insured?

    They should be able to email you a copy of their insurance certificate without much effort. Not all venues require it, but it’s nice to know if your DJ company is investing in the health and longevity of their business and ultimately, their service to you.

11. Can you walk me through your service contract?

    You’ll want to look it over together, ask about anything you don’t understand, and go over extra fees like overtime or setup charges to make sure you know exactly what to expect.

12. How will you handle guest song requests?

    Make sure they are willing to match guest requests up to your “Do Not Play” list and general music preferences. Also, pro DJs have thousands of songs in their digital libraries and don’t need to lug around CD cases. If you’d like for guests to get in on the action before your big dance party, ask them to request songs in advance through your wedding website or your DJ’s website. Many DJs allow guests to make requests online in advance through a wedding specific link they provide to their couples.

13. What’s your mic style?

    Can you give me an example of how you would introduce us at the reception? This is a simple way to get a feel for his/her mic style. The DJ should ask you questions about you and your wedding to get a feel for the formality and tone of your wedding, because his/her tone should of course fit your event. We generally like DJs to sound like their best selves talking to a room full of their own friends and family.

14. How do you encourage guests to dance?

    Some DJs will teach instructional dances (think Cupid Shuffle), while others would never do such a thing. Get a good feel for whether he/she prefers using the mic, good music selections, or both for getting the crowd up on the dance floor before making your decision.

15. What’s your song selection process? Do you use a set “wedding music” list?

    Your DJ should be willing to put together custom song lists created especially for you based on your preferences and the vibe of your wedding. These lists might be labeled “cocktail hour”, “dinner”, and “dancing” and include more songs than you’d have time to play. This is great if you’d like to approve a pool of songs ahead of time and leave the actual day-of picks to the pro that you hired. It’s like cake tastings, but for your music.. music tastings. I seriously might’ve just coined a new term..

We are a Fort Wayne, IN wedding DJ company that started in 2009. When you work with EMS DJ you will meet your Fort Wayne Dj which will be me (Eric Smith), Jason Flemming, or Clint Davis. We are a wedding team that do over 100+ weddings a year in Fort Wayne, IN, 30+ corporate and holiday parties in Fort Wayne, IN, and 40+ school dances (high school dance, middle school dance, and elementary school dance) in Fort Wayne, IN. You meet with your DJ to ensure we make the right fit with the client. At EMS DJ, a Fort Wayne DJ weddings we work with many vendors that are valued in the community and highly recognized! Set up your appointment for your wedding dj by contact EMS DJ at (260) 460-7546 or contacting us today. We look forward to being your Fort Wayne DJ! You can receive a quote today from EMS Disc Jockey a Fort Wayne, IN wedding disc jockey.

Holiday Drinks For All Of Your Guests!

Tis the season for family, friends, and holiday weddings! With the holiday season in full swing, we’re rounding up the must serve drinks for all the guests attending your wedding or dinner party!

• For the cider lover: Spicy Spiked Cider; Haute Apple Cider
• For the festive guest: Sweet and Festive Champagne Cocktail
• For the guest who’s acting like the Grinch: The Grinch Cocktail
• For the trend setter at the table: Crimson Crush
• For the underage guests: Merry Berry Christmas, Sugar
• For the kid at heart: Gingerbread Apple Cocktail
• For the guest who loves to stick to holiday traditions: Capital Eggnog
• For the coffee lover: Baileys Spiced Coffee; Cappuccino Up
• For the guest with a sweet tooth: Doughnut Delights; Raspberry Chocolate Cheesecake Martini
• For the toaster: Pomegranate Champagne
• For the cranberry sauce lover: Cranberry Cosmos
• For the guest who would rather be on a tropical island: Bolshoi Basil
• For the guest that is excited to celebrate another night of Hanukkah: The Ninth Night
• For the grape soda lover: Grown-Up Grape Soda
• For the ‘bruncher’: Bloody Martini; Mad Bellini
• For the apple pie lover: Wild Apple Pie
• For the wild child: Jingle Juice

We are a Fort Wayne, IN wedding DJ company that started in 2009. When you work with EMS DJ you will meet your Fort Wayne Dj which will be me (Eric Smith), Jason Flemming, or Clint Davis. We are a wedding team that do over 100+ weddings a year in Fort Wayne, IN, 30+ corporate and holiday parties in Fort Wayne, IN, and 40+ school dances (high school dance, middle school dance, and elementary school dance) in Fort Wayne, IN. You meet with your DJ to ensure we make the right fit with the client. At EMS DJ, a Fort Wayne DJ weddings we work with many vendors that are valued in the community and highly recognized! Set up your appointment for your wedding dj by contact EMS DJ at (260) 460-7546 or contacting us today. We look forward to being your Fort Wayne DJ! You can receive a quote today from EMS Disc Jockey a Fort Wayne, IN wedding disc jockey.

Below are some pictures of the Fort Wayne Wedding DJ, EMS DJ Services in Fort Wayne, IN. We are showcasing our up lighting and DJ set ups through some events! EMS DJ Services a Fort Wayne Wedding DJ

Fort Wayne Wedding DJ is at Oakwood Resort | EMS DJ

Fort Wayne Wedding DJ is at Oakwood Resort | EMS DJ

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Fort Wayne Wedding DJ is at Hotel Fort Wayne, EMS DJ

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It is Bridal Show time and we are meeting with many engaged individuals that are looking for a DJ! We are EMS DJ and we have provided music for 100's of couples in our past years at weddings! We our the innovators bringing a dancing on the cloud effect, up lighting, monogram, and much more!

However, we are always asked how far do you travel? The question is quite simple. We will travel to great lengths, but there might be a travel fee. However to avoid the travel fees, here are some places we go with links!

These places we go do not have a travel charge on them! JUST GOOD Ol' FUN!

Fort Wayne, IN Auburn, INNew Haven, IN Columbia City, IN Angola, IN Bluffton, IN Wabash, IN Van Wert, OH Goshen, IN Kendallville, IN Marion, IN Decatur, IN Warsaw, IN

Now you know we go many places to bring the party to you with our music, mc, and lighting!

Call us at (260) 460-7546!

EMS DJ

Ceremony or Reception at Fort Wayne's Botanical Conservatory?

Congratulations on reserving the Botanical Conservatory for your Ceremony or Reception venue! The Botanical Conservatory is an amazing place with beautiful flowers, occasional butterfly exhibit, excellent outside venue with Tents, public restrooms close, and close parking.

EMS DJ has provided entertainment for many brides at the Fort Wayne's beautify Botanical Conservatory. To ensure you have the best experience and no surprises we wanted to give you questions to look at when planning your event.

1. Botanical Conservatory located in beautiful downtown Fort Wayne can be an outdoor venue or indoor venue depending on weather circumstances. Of course many individuals reserve the Botanical Conservatory for their outdoor venue view.
   1. Botanical Conservatory offers the option to be inside or outside depending on weather. When weather is good you have them submit your chairs and tables outside, but if your unsure you have them set the tables and chairs inside. This can be a tricky question because set up and tear down is only done once. The day of you need to make a decision good or bad. Many individuals try to hold out and wait, but this is not good because it brings stress on YOU! Pick your answer and rock with it, make your life a lot easier!
2. Time, Time, and More Time
   1. This is a tricky one with the Botanical Conservatory. Botanical Conservatory ask you for the official event times, but in their contract it says the music must shut down 1/2 hour prior to the end time (not sure why), but it does. So example: if your event time are from 6 to 11 p.m. tell the Botanical Conservatory it is from 6 to 11:30 p.m. This means the music will have to shut down at 11:00 p.m. EMS DJ and other vendors know that we have to be out by 12 a.m. per the Botanical Guidelines. We have seen so many times that their event is cut 1/2 hour short because of this and unfortunately we have to abide by the guidelines.
3. Layout:
   1. Layout is huge at Botanical Conservatory! We have done many weddings with a Ceremony followed by a Reception and individuals carried their chairs over. We have done set up where the dancing was done under the tent and some where it was done by the water fountain, but whatever the case may be all layouts work!
   2. Dance Floor, should I rent one?
      1. This is a great question, but yes you can rent a dance floor! We have worked with our friends at Summit City Rental on their dance floors multiple times!
   3. Ceremony where the guest are at their tables
      1. If you find yourself wanting to get married under the tent that is no problem! Many individuals have their ceremony under the tent and have their guest staying at their tables.
4. Chairs
   1. I do not like the White Samsonite Chairs and would like to get my own chairs? Can you put chair covers on or change out chairs?
      1. Our friends at Summit City Rental have brought in their White Padded Chairs and Clear Chivari Chairs.

These are just a few questions you want to think about when having your event at the Botanical Conservatory! This is a wonderful place to have an outdoor wedding and has the possibility to have an indoor in case of rain.

Most of all have fun at your RECEPTION!

EMS DJ

EMS DJ is a Fort Wayne Wedding DJ that has performed in Fort Wayne, IN. We have been at Cerutis Catering, Goegleins, Wedding Dreams by Linda, and many more places!

We were at Hotel Fort Wayne providing Entertainment or DJ Service for a wedding. We provided some amazing tunes and had some great dancers! Check out these videos of individuals having a great time to Cupid Shuffle and Love Shack!

Linens and Up Lighting Provided by: Summit City Rental

Photography Provided by: Dustin and Corynn

Entertainment and DJ Provided by: EMS DJ Services Fort Wayne Wedding DJ