Friday, November 1, 2013

Choosing A DJ Rapid City SD For Your Event

By Kelly Wood


There are a number of benefits to having a DJ Rapid City SD at an event. While there is some equipment to set up a lot of it can be done before an event is due to take place, so there is less time spent with tuning or having to check instruments. For some bars and clubs a good musical act can also help draw in crowds that may not necessarily normally come to your establishment. However as with any musical act it is important to choose them carefully.

The term DJ is short for disc jockey. While in the past it used to refer to someone that played records in recent times this has extended to people who create remixes and produce their own music as well. Therefore the term can refer to a diverse range of individuals.

Admittedly not all acts are suitable for all venues. It can be a matter of practicality. If you have a small venue then a DJ with a lot of equipment, lasers and so forth will not be appropriate. There is also the matter of having the right power supply and other technical issues that need to be addressed.

There is not necessarily a right or wrong. Ideally they ought to indicate how much their services cost. Some starting out may not necessarily charge to do a set. However what you save in trying a new act is that it may be a bit harder to promote the venue with a newcomer as opposed to an established name.

Once you have decided the kind of music you want you should then contact acts in person. While you can listen to samples on a website it is better to listen to them in front of you so you can hear what they sound like live. It is also a good opportunity to discuss your requirements with them and what they require from you.

There are also a number of practical issues to consider. Some may have to come some distance to get to your event or venue so travel costs may be factored into the price. They ought to clarify this when you are discussing booking them for an event. You also need to check that you have the right power supply for them and that they have space away from people who might try to bother them while they are doing their set.

If you can set up a booth this is useful and it shows a clear space between people and the DJ. Also they ought to indicate how open they are to taking requests. Some will be open minded about this while others may have a strict set that they intend to stick to. Equally they need to be aware that they need to be polite to people when refusing requests.

In short when you are selecting a DJ Rapid City SD it helps to carefully consider your options and decide who is best suited to what you want. Over time you may find there are a few acts that you go to for different nights to help build up different followings throughout the week or who are better suited to special occasions. Look online to find acts in your local area.




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