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Incorporating Live Musicians into Your Wedding Ceremony Music

Incorporating Live Musicians into Your Wedding Ceremony Music

String group performances have the unique power to transform a wedding ceremony into an unforgettable experience. Unlike pre-recorded tracks, live musicians bring an emotional depth and a personal touch that resonates with everyone in attendance. Whether you envision a solo violinist playing a tender melody as you walk down the aisle or a jazz trio creating a sophisticated atmosphere during your cocktail hour, incorporating live musicians adds a magical, timeless…

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How to Choose the Right Wedding Videographer

How to Choose the Right Wedding Videographer

Your wedding day is one of the most significant milestones in your life, filled with moments that you’ll want to treasure forever. A skilled wedding videographer can transform these fleeting moments into a timeless film that you can relive for years to come. But how do you make sure you choose the right wedding videographer to tell your love story? This article will guide you through the process of selecting…

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How to Host a Successful Silent Disco Party

How to Host a Successful Silent Disco Party

Imagine a party where everyone is dancing to their own beat—literally. The lights are low, the atmosphere is electric, but there’s no booming bass from a speaker system or blasting speakers. Instead, your guests are equipped with party headphones, each immersed in a personalized musical experience from different songs, yet still connected by the shared joy of the moment. Welcome to the magic of a silent disco party where you…

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How Mood Lighting Can Transform Your Wedding Venue

How Mood Lighting Can Transform Your Wedding Venue

Imagine walking into your wedding reception and being instantly captivated by the ambiance. The walls are washed in your favorite colors, the dance floor glows with elegance, and every detail is highlighted to perfection. This is the magic of mood lighting. Mood lighting can completely transform your wedding venue, creating an atmosphere that reflects your personality and sets the perfect tone for your celebration. Whether you want a romantic, intimate…

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Wedding Reception Music

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Wedding Reception Music

Your wedding day is a milestone, and the wedding reception music you choose is crucial in turning up the joy and setting the vibe. From the first magical dance to the last good night song, wedding songs play a starring role in your celebration. Whether it’s the timeless romance of Etta James or the energetic beats of Elton John and the Backstreet Boys, the right wedding party playlist, featuring hits…

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Top Questions to Ask Your DJ Services Provider

Top Questions to Ask Your DJ Services Provider

Imagine stepping into a celebration where every note and melody has been meticulously chosen to resonate with the moments most cherished by you and your guests. This is the essence of what a professional DJ brings to your event—be it a wedding, a corporate gathering, or a personal celebration. Selecting the right DJ services provider is pivotal to transforming your vision into reality, yet the path to making the perfect…

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The Best Wedding Exit Songs to End Your Night on a High Note

The Best Wedding Exit Songs to End Your Night on a High Note

The grand finale of your wedding day deserves a soundtrack as memorable and joyous as the celebration itself. As the night draws to a close, the right wedding exit songs can encapsulate all the love, excitement, and hope that fills the air, leaving you and your guests with those final, unforgettable moments of bliss. Imagine your last dance, a moment filled with love songs that have charted the course of…

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Capturing Memories: Why Invest in Wedding Videography?

Capturing Memories: Why Invest in Wedding Videography?

Your wedding day is a mosaic of moments, each one a precious gem that tells the story of your love. In the whirlwind of joy, laughter, and tears, these moments can pass in the blink of an eye, leaving you yearning to relive them. This is where the magic of wedding videography comes in. Investing in wedding videography is not just about preserving memories; it’s about capturing the blissful blur…

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Let it Snow, Let it Snow: A Guide to Planning Fall and Winter Weddings

Let it Snow, Let it Snow: A Guide to Planning Fall and Winter Weddings

Imagine a wedding set against a backdrop of gently falling snowflakes or amidst the rustic charm of autumn leaves and vibrant fall colors. Recent trends show a surge in fall and winter weddings, and it’s not difficult to understand why. These seasons offer a unique and enchanting ambiance that adds an extra touch of magic to any wedding celebration. Planning a fall or winter wedding comes with its own set…

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How to Deal With Difficult Family Members On Your Wedding Day

How to Deal With Difficult Family Members On Your Wedding Day

Nothing should get in the way of one of the most important days of your life–your wedding. It should be a day all about you and what you want, so it’s essential to take the right steps to ensure this will be the case. It’s all too common for a scene to be made at a wedding. It’s not something that should concern the bride and groom during their special…

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RUN If You See These 7 Red Flags in a DJ

RUN If You See These 7 Red Flags in a DJ

Don’t want to end up with a clueless DJ who will turn your ceremony into a cringeworthy by cranking up ‘Macarena’ at your wedding reception? You’ve come to the right place.  This guide highlights seven major red flags in a DJ that should have you heading for the hills. We also unveil some of our top songs to start off a dance as a bonus.  Contact us today for premium…

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Choosing a DJ for an LGBTQ Wedding

Choosing a DJ for an LGBTQ Wedding

Planning a wedding is an exciting milestone in every couple’s journey. It’s a time to reflect on your love story and make decisions on how your big day should turn out. The perfect wedding DJ will create the right ambiance and keep the party going all night long. At Adagio Djay Entertainment, we understand the interests of LGBTQ couples because we’re LGBTQ-owned. We know you deserve a memorable wedding celebration,…

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7 Things Your Wedding DJ Wants You to Tell Them

7 Things Your Wedding DJ Wants You to Tell Them

Do you want a fun and festive wedding full of party anthems or a romantic one with love songs and slow jams? Share your vision for the day with your wedding DJ. It’ll help them create a memorable, enjoyable, and personalized musical experience for you and your guests.  So, how do you communicate your vision to wedding vendors? Read this quick and easy guide to the top things your wedding…

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Your Wedding Planning Timeline for a Stress-Free Wedding Day

Your Wedding Planning Timeline for a Stress-Free Wedding Day

So, you just said “yes” to the love of your life. Congratulations on your engagement! While you’re still basking in that euphoria, you should understand that planning your dream wedding is a big deal. Whether you have one year or one month, you want to make sure that every tiny detail is taken care of without stress. But is that even possible? Well, that’s why Adagio Djay Entertainment is here…

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How the Right DJ Sets the Mood for Your Entire Wedding Day

How the Right DJ Sets the Mood for Your Entire Wedding Day

Music has the power to charge you with emotion and create unforgettable memories. When it comes to your wedding day, there’s nothing better than a great DJ to get the party started! Having a capable DJ curate the music and transitions for the party is essential if you want the celebration to be exactly how you want it. That’s why at Adagio Djay Entertainment, we have the right DJ to…

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The 20 Best Songs for a Multigenerational Party

The 20 Best Songs for a Multigenerational Party

Without good music, there’s no good party, right? But when you have guests that are between five to 65 years old, compiling a playlist that satisfies everybody’s taste is not easy.  However, don’t worry! We at Adagio Djay Entertainment know how to deal with these musical issues. We’ve prepared a quick list of the 20 best songs for a multigenerational party. Your special day will be memorable for your guests…

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What’s in a Playlist? A Guide to Creating the Perfect Playlist for Your Wedding

What’s in a Playlist? A Guide to Creating the Perfect Playlist for Your Wedding

From the first note to the last dance beat, creating the perfect playlist for your wedding sets the tone of the event. It offers an opportunity to combine your and your partner’s favorite songs to create an emotional connection and unforgettable memories. And when you’re hiring a spot-on DJ like Adagio Djay Entertainment, it’s always great to share your preferred artists and musical style so they can provide the right…

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6 Tips for Hosting a Post-Wedding Party For Your Loved Ones

6 Tips for Hosting a Post-Wedding Party For Your Loved Ones

Nothing can stand in the way of love. When it comes time to tie the knot, couples will move heaven and earth to form their new family. However, these last few years have been hard on travel plans and large family gatherings.  Many couples were unable to bring all of their loved ones to witness their wedding day. Fortunately, restrictions and schedules are finally opening up. 2023 promises to be…

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Upcoming Wedding Announcement? Here Are 6 Ideas to Plan an Unforgettable Event

Upcoming Wedding Announcement? Here Are 6 Ideas to Plan an Unforgettable Event

Do you feel stressed about throwing an upcoming wedding? Wedding planning is a huge task that can be difficult if you need help knowing where to start. Most people underestimate the amount of stress that comes with it. Don’t worry – Adagio Djay Entertainment is here to help. In this post, we’ll cover everything from creating guest lists to preparing your upcoming wedding announcement. If you want to throw a…

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Avoid These 4 Mistakes When Hiring a Wedding DJ

Avoid These 4 Mistakes When Hiring a Wedding DJ

When planning a wedding, there are many details that need to be taken care of ahead of time. One important detail that should be considered is hiring a wedding DJ for the reception. Hiring a professional wedding DJ can make or break your special day, and booking one as soon as possible is important to ensure that you get the perfect person for the job. Skilled DJs are a rare…

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How the Right DJ Can Help Minimize Stress

How the Right DJ Can Help Minimize Stress

As you read the title, you may be wondering how a DJ company would know about wedding planning or how to reduce stress. Well turns out everyone knows what a bad DJ sounds like, but what does the right DJ do? Simple reduces your stress! The following post will explain the three main ways they do it and how Adagio Djay Entertainment is the right one for you. The Right…

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Do I Need a Wedding DJ?

Do I Need a Wedding DJ?

Planning a wedding can be overwhelming with all the details that make the perfect day. Between flowers, attire, catering, and decor, music can fall on the back burner of the wedding to-do list. Wanting to cut unnecessary costs is understandable. It’s important to consider the guest list size and venue style, but there are other factors to consider as well. Many ask the question, “Do I need a wedding DJ?”…

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How to Make Your DJ Experience Unique: Part 2

How to Make Your DJ Experience Unique: Part 2

Welcome to the second part of the series for How to Make Your DJ Experience Unique! Last time we talked about how the grand march and the dance floor could be excellent ways to display your personality as a couple. Today we’re excited to talk about how to make your DJ experience unique for the ceremony and speeches. We’ll be drawing from previous weddings Adagio Djay Entertainment has had the…

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How to Make Your DJ Experience Unique: Part 1

How to Make Your DJ Experience Unique: Part 1

There’s no “one size fits all” for weddings. And there shouldn’t be for your DJ experience either. Every couple has their own personality, quirks, and flair. Adagio Djay Entertainment tailors its services to the unique needs of each couple. This blog post will be the first in a two-part series walking you through different ways you can bring your own twist to some wedding traditions. For part 1, we’ll be…

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The Best Ways to Use Your Wedding DJ

The Best Ways to Use Your Wedding DJ

Choosing an excellent DJ is one thing. Knowing how to fully get your money’s worth is another. The following information includes key things to know to get the most out of your wedding DJ experience. Clearly communicate When booking with Adagio Djay Entertainment, your assigned DJ will reach out to you prior to your wedding for a phone call. During that call, you’ll talk about the timeline, specific song requests, and other essential…

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Planning Your Wedding In A Tech-Filled World

Planning Your Wedding In A Tech-Filled World

The world has changed a lot since our society developed many of our wedding traditions and protocols. Changes in technology and communication have made many aspects of wedding planning easier, but have also created confusion surrounding etiquette. Whether or not you can do an online RSVP for weddings is an example of one common question. At Adagio Djay Entertainment, we have everything you need to ensure your wedding is exactly…

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All You Need To Know About Wedding Flowers

All You Need To Know About Wedding Flowers

When you choose your wedding flowers, you are choosing the backdrop for your entire wedding. The flowers that you select should coincide with your color scheme and theme. For a memorable wedding day, cohesion is fundamental. Choosing the perfect flowers for your big day is one of the most exciting parts of planning your wedding. At Adagio DJay Entertainment, we want to help make your wedding day the best it…

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Ultimate Guide for the Rehearsal Dinner

Ultimate Guide for the Rehearsal Dinner

The rehearsal dinner is not typically the first thing most people think of when they think of planning a wedding. Yet the rehearsal dinner can be a crucial part of the way a couple sets the tone for their wedding. There are tried-and-true ways for couples to welcome their guests and to thank them for participating in their special day. Often the rehearsal dinner provides a more casual, intimate setting…

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What’s the Deal with Silent Discos?

What’s the Deal with Silent Discos?

What’s the best part of a wedding? The reception, of course! The ceremony is beautiful and moving. But the reception is the time for all of your guests to spend some time together. Your wedding is your chance to bring all of the most influential people in your life together. Your friends and family and your fiance’s friends and family can come together for one day to celebrate your love. …

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Let’s Hear it for the Boys: What’s a Groom to Do?

Let’s Hear it for the Boys: What’s a Groom to Do?

What is the groom’s role at a wedding? The answer will vary depending on the particulars of your big day. If you find yourself pondering a groom’s responsibility, we will take a look here at traditional and nontraditional groom duties. Traditional Groom Responsibilities You are likely familiar with our society’s conventional groom responsibilities. Those tasks can include selecting and purchasing the engagement ring, choosing his wedding party, their attire, and…

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Tips for Writing Meaningful Vows

Tips for Writing Meaningful Vows

When you get down to it, your wedding vows are the most significant part of your wedding ceremony. It is your opportunity to express your true feelings to your partner. You are laying your inner self bare for the world to see. This prospect is daunting for some people. The thought of being so open and vulnerable with so many witnesses can be terrifying. But, if you follow our tips…

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Are Kids a Plus One? Deciding if Kids Are Welcome at Your Wedding

Are Kids a Plus One? Deciding if Kids Are Welcome at Your Wedding

Engaged couples put a lot of work into ensuring the perfect day to remember when planning their wedding. As any parent will tell you, nothing threatens perfection and meticulous planning quite like children. Kids at a wedding can add a lot, for better or worse; inviting them can be a double-edged sword. Couples should consider a few things before they ban or invite children to their wedding. A kid ban…

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When Mother Nature Strikes: Planning for Bad Weather

When Mother Nature Strikes: Planning for Bad Weather

When it rains, it pours. It’s just an expression, but you can always find a kernel of truth there. Rain is a good thing – unless it’s your wedding day.  You plan every part of your big day that you can. Unfortunately, the weather has a mind of its own. If you are planning on an outdoor wedding, inclement weather can be your worst enemy.  Rain on your wedding day…

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Choosing the Right Shoes for Your Special Day

Choosing the Right Shoes for Your Special Day

It’s your big day, and you’ve thought of everything. You found your dream dress, the decor is perfect, and the food and music are just right.  Everything is perfect, or so you thought. Those wedding shoes you fell in love with at the store, the ones that looked perfect on display, are killing you! Don’t make this classic bride mistake. Choose the right shoes for your wedding, and save yourself…

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The Ins and Outs of Seating Charts

The Ins and Outs of Seating Charts

The dreaded seating assignment chart. When you are planning your wedding and reception, it is something most couples consider. Should we have a seating chart or not? There are many pros and cons to having a seating chart, as well as many reasons to have one versus not to have a seating chart. You’re not alone in your anxiety when considering one. If you need help planning your wedding, contact…

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Pros and Cons of Live Music at Your Wedding and Reception

Pros and Cons of Live Music at Your Wedding and Reception

If you’re planning a wedding reception, you’re looking for songs to pack the dance floor. No couple wants to hire someone to play music for their reception and to see an empty floor. When researching wedding music options, some couples opt for live music, either during the ceremony or at the reception. Whether or not you choose live music, crafting an incredible playlist is essential. Check out our tips for…

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To Video or Not To Video?

To Video or Not To Video?

Your wedding is one of the biggest days of your life. It is a day filled to the absolute brim with emotion. Happiness should be the biggest, of course, but there are many others as well. A great videographer will be able to capture all that emotion and display it in a way that you will be able to watch over and over, for years to come. While weddings are…

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15 Secrets for an Unforgettable Reception

15 Secrets for an Unforgettable Reception

What couple doesn’t want their wedding to be a once-in-a-lifetime party for everyone? A bride or groom may have spent their whole lives planning the perfect reception, and know precisely what they want. Alternately, a couple may feel pressure to have a grand wedding reception, but not know where they should begin. At Adagio Djay Entertainment, our goal is to ensure your wedding and reception is memorable for you and…

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How to Write an Excellent Wedding Toast

How to Write an Excellent Wedding Toast

A wedding is a joyous celebration of love. It is one of the happiest days of your life. Unfortunately though, as any bride or groom will tell you, the big day often comes with high levels of stress. One of the last things any bride or groom should have to worry about is the wedding toasts. If you have been given the tremendous honor of giving a toast at your…

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Choosing a Wedding Theme That Fits Your Personality

Choosing a Wedding Theme That Fits Your Personality

Planning a wedding can be an adventure for an engaged couple. The process can be fun, stressful, and often, both of those things. Choosing a wedding theme idea that fits your personality can help minimize the stress and maximize the fun. We have all heard the phrase, “Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” If the decorations, music, and food reflect your interests and…

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Creating a Signature Wedding Cocktail

Creating a Signature Wedding Cocktail

The best weddings are intimate, personal affairs. Your wedding should reflect your own unique style. Your guests are coming to celebrate you and your love; they want to see who you are. There are many different ways to infuse your big day with bright nuggets of your personality. Have the band play your favorite song, choose your favorite colors, or select the perfect cake theme. These are just a few…

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Bars for Your Wedding? And We Don’t Mean Alcohol…

Bars for Your Wedding? And We Don’t Mean Alcohol…

Every couple wants their wedding reception to be a unique reflection of their personalities and relationship. Adagio Djay Entertainment works with couples on the invitations, the lighting and music, and dancing to create memorable, special celebrations. Newlyweds looking to wow guests might also include non-traditional, creative wedding reception food ideas – like a bar with no drinks. Why Have a Food Bar at Your Wedding? In addition to the customary…

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Be a Princess With a Disney Themed Wedding

Be a Princess With a Disney Themed Wedding

So you have found your Prince or Princess. Now you are ready to live happily ever after. When you are preparing to plan your big day, may we suggest a magical and whimsical Disney themed wedding? Most of us grew up watching Disney movies. The songs and stories shaped our childhoods. It’s only natural that the characters and storylines that were once so vital to your childhood self should now…

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Costly Mistakes People Make When Hiring a Wedding DJ, Part 2

Costly Mistakes People Make When Hiring a Wedding DJ, Part 2

We have already discussed a few mistakes you can make when choosing a wedding DJ. Unfortunately the list is too long and deserves a second post. At Adagio Djay Entertainment we make it our goal to make your wedding day amazing. We not only provide music during your wedding and reception, we can help with much of the planning and organizing to make sure your day goes smoothly and looks…

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Costly Mistakes People Make When Hiring a Wedding DJ, Part 1

Costly Mistakes People Make When Hiring a Wedding DJ, Part 1

Your wedding day is something you’ve been planning for a long time. You’ve taken special care to ensure that it is magical, unique, and everything you’ve ever dreamed. Whether formal and modern, or laid-back and original, your wedding will be one of the most important days of your life.  Planning your event can be stressful, but it is also fun and exciting! While preparing for your big day, you want…

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Pros and Cons of a Wedding Website

Pros and Cons of a Wedding Website

He popped the question; she said yes; now what? The answer to that question is far from simple; it just breeds more questions.  Where should we get married? Who should we invite (and not invite)? What about the food, should we have a sit-down dinner or passed hor d’oeuvres? Don’t even get us started on the dress.  One of the more recent questions brides are asking themselves is, do I…

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How a Great Wedding DJ Enhances Your Special Day

How a Great Wedding DJ Enhances Your Special Day

One of the most exciting and special times in your life is planning your wedding. You get to take action on all of the ideas you’ve been dreaming about and make your day everything you want. From selecting the flowers to booking a caterer and wondering, “How can I find a wedding dj near me?”, there are many fun decisions you make along the way.   While planning your big day…

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Weddings for All Seasons

Weddings for All Seasons

Weddings are a joyful experience for both the bride and groom, as well as for your guests. Whether you are busy planning a fall wedding, a winter wedding, or are looking for wedding ideas for summer or spring, your special day will be spectacular.  No matter what season your wedding date takes place, you can use the natural beauty and elements of each season to create your dream wedding.  Planning…

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Wedding Ceremony Traditions From Around the World

Wedding Ceremony Traditions From Around the World

No matter where you are around the world, you will find rituals at weddings. Wedding ceremony traditions are often specific to a family or faith tradition or ancient cultural practice.  Perhaps the couple dances while a hat is passed and filled with cash. Sometimes, guests will “pay” for the privilege of waltzing with the bride or groom. In Minnesota, newlyweds know they must stand up and kiss when attendees clink…

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Engagement Rings for Couples

Engagement Rings for Couples

The engagement ring: a sparkling symbol of everlasting love and mutual devotion, right? Well, not exactly. If the engagement ring is a symbol for an equal loving partnership, then why do women only wear it? And why are some couples subverting this tradition and having engagement rings for everyone involved? These days, male engagement rings and non-traditional engagement rings are stealing the show.  When you need help making the big…

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Ready to Save the Day? 10 Wedding Hacks You Need to Know

Ready to Save the Day? 10 Wedding Hacks You Need to Know

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and you’d like it to go off without a hitch. We’ve made a list of wedding hacks that will help you prepare for a fun and busy day.  Don’t let the stress of wedding planning and pressure to have “the perfect wedding” keep you from enjoying the time with your family and friends.  At Adagio Djay Entertainment,…

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Wedding Rings: Make Them as Unique as You Are

Wedding Rings: Make Them as Unique as You Are

For decades, a clear solitaire diamond, with a halo of accent stones, and a simple gold wedding band has been the most popular wedding ring set. Yes, a diamond is forever – but it is also traditional and ubiquitous.  In recent years, there’s been a rising trend in unique wedding rings. Many couples are embracing new colors, stones, cuts, and materials.  Your wedding rings should reflect your style or who…

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Destination Wedding Locations: Make Your Wedding Magical 

Destination Wedding Locations: Make Your Wedding Magical 

While you’re planning your destination wedding, it’s so important to focus on making it magical. Celebrating a love story anywhere is something dazzling. However, celebrating somewhere brand new will give you a new sense of adventure, a ton of incredible stories, and a tasteful getaway. So, we wanted to put together a list of destination weddings for every type of couple. Whether you like to take a break and relax…

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The First Look: Should You, or Should You Not?

The First Look: Should You, or Should You Not?

Your wedding day should be one of the most special days of your life. With all of the planning and dreaming that goes into your big event, you want your wedding to be an expression of your love as well as a celebration. While thinking of all of the intricate details of your wedding, you may be considering whether or not to have a first look. Like all of the…

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Wedding Playlist Tips from the Professionals

Have you ever wondered how many recorded songs are out there in the world? 97 million. That is the number of recorded songs in 2011, according to MusicHype CEO Kevin King. That huge number is growing every year. With more than 97 million songs at your disposal, you may think it’s easy to narrow that down to a simple wedding playlist. Just cut out all of the songs that are…

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How to Have Your Dog in Your Wedding

Weddings are known for being one of the few times that friends, family, and loved ones are all in one place brought together to celebrate the couple and the love they share. There is a place for almost everyone. The bridal party is full of friends, siblings, or cousins, the parents or parent figures are there to give their blessings, and the younger generation can be the ring bearer or…

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The Do’s and Do Not’s for Your Grand Entrance

The big day is getting closer! You’ve chosen your wedding date, the venue, the color scheme, and maybe even the menu. You have the caterer, your officiant, and the bridal party all accounted for. Hopefully, you also have Adagio DJ Entertainment set to spin on the ones and twos at your reception. A traditional wedding day usually starts with the ceremony, moves to a cocktail hour, and then transitions into…

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Is a Wedding Videographer a Must-Have?

As you plan your wedding, you may wonder whether or not you need to hire a videographer. Your wedding is a day you will cherish forever and remember fondly. However, as time passes, it becomes easy to forget some of the specific details of your special day. Your wedding album, of course, will help you remember much of the event, but a wedding video can completely transform how you look…

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Finding the Perfect Unity Ceremony for Your Wedding

Just about every wedding ceremony features a point in the service where the couple uses a visual image to represent their union. Whether they use candles, sand, or something else, this unity ceremony symbolizes the joining of their lives to everyone in attendance. Often, couples struggle with which unity ceremony to choose. While there is no single correct answer, thersome guidelines that can help narrow your choicee are . At…

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Ways to Add Personal Touches to Your Wedding Ceremony Music

When planning your wedding, you have a lot of ground to cover. From the venue and food to the photographer and DJ, there is a lot to think about and plan. Wedding planning doesn’t have to be a chore. When it comes to choosing the right songs for your special day, you can get creative and have some fun. Whether you’re looking for upbeat wedding songs or the best love…

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What’s the deal with Mood Lighting?

If you’ve been dreaming of your special day, you probably imagine it full of love and happiness surrounded by friends and family. You may also have an idea of your decor, theme, flowers, and music for your wedding. When you picture your wedding’s atmosphere, is it dreamy and soft, or bold and vivacious? Mood lighting will enhance your ceremony, reception, and first dance and make your vision a reality. So…

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What Does it Mean to be a Preferred Vendor?

What Does it Mean to be a Preferred Vendor?

There are so many factors to consider when planning a wedding. Beyond the big things, like choosing the date and curating the guest list, you and your partner have to decide on all the vendors you will use to make your day spectacular. Who will be your photographer? Who will be the caterer? Who will provide music? The list goes on. Adding to the confusion of looking through a ton…

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Tips For Your Outdoor Wedding

Tips For Your Outdoor Wedding

Spring is just around the corner, even if it may not feel like it, and us Minnesotans take every opportunity to enjoy our fleeting summer season. Many couples are looking to spring and summer weddings that embrace the warmer temperatures and the fresh air. If you’re planning an outdoor wedding, especially in the spring, you have some additional challenges to consider. From unpredictable weather to dance floor logistics, from finding…

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What Should a Wedding DJ Cost?

If you have recently gotten engaged, there are probably many things on your mind. Questions such as when and where to hold the ceremony or how many people to invite can clutter your thoughts. Once you figure out the big questions — where, when, who, and how many — you can focus on the other details, such as how much. It’s time to draw up your budget. At Adagio Djay…

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Poor Venue Acoustics Can Ruin Your Big Day

When planning your wedding or another big celebration, you want to leave no detail untouched. Nothing is too small to consider when making sure your big day is as wonderful as what you have pictured in your mind’s eye. Unless you’re a sound engineer or a musician, you probably don’t think to consider the acoustics of a venue when you are sizing it up for your celebration. You’ll look at…

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First Dance Lessons: To Do or Not To Do?

Your wedding is fast approaching, and you most likely want everything to be just the way you’ve imagined. One aspect of the reception may be weighing on your minds: your first dance as a married couple. It’s a moment where you are the center of attention, and the dance needs to be a representation of your love for each other, your style, and your flair. No pressure! Your first dance…

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Unique Shoe Game Questions to Ask at Your Wedding

Your wedding is a memorable day, one of the most memorable days of your life. You have many choices to make your day even more special. From the people you invite to the songs you play, to the activities included, your wedding and reception should represent you and your partner. A fun wedding reception idea that many people enjoy is the Shoe Game. If you’re looking for some hilarious ways…

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How to Find Your Wedding First Dance Song

How to Find Your Wedding First Dance Song

How to Find Your Wedding First Dance Song Your special day has been in the making for quite some time now. You’ve planned, ordered, invited and made important decisions. As your wedding day approaches, you are confident everything will be just right, and you know the time and energy you’ve put into this magical day will pay off. As you decide on the finishing touches and wind down to the…

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Live Music or DJ? Which is Right for Your Wedding or Event

  You’ve got a big day coming up! Whether it’s your wedding, a party or a coming-of-age celebration such as a bar mitzvah, bat mitzvah, or quinceañera, one of the big decisions you have to make is who will provide the music for your event. Should you hire a live band or a DJ for your event? The answer depends on your budget and needs. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution,…

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Blending Multicultural Wedding Traditions

So you found the one. You are beyond excited, but nervous about planning the big day. What happens when you and your soon-to-be spouse come from different cultural backgrounds? How can you both honor your heritage without offending your family or culture? What are some wedding reception ideas that reflect both your values? At Adagio Djay Entertainment, we want to help you celebrate your heritage while having an incredible time…

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Choosing the Right DJ for Your Wedding

When you’re planning your wedding, you want every detail to be perfect for your special day. You’ve taken great care with the ceremony, the flowers, and the food. You’ll want to use the same level of discernment with the person you choose to provide the music and the sound equipment for your reception. It’s common for well-meaning friends with a laptop and a portable PA system to offer to DJ…

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Wedding Day Timeline: Advice & Example

  When it comes to planning your timeline, you pretty much have two options Pay someone to help you plan it (typically along with a day of wedding coordinator) Plan it yourself and create your own timeline If you plan to create your own, we want to give you a few quick tips of advice and provide a sample to what you timeline might look like Advice Share a copy…

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Wedding Invitation Guidelines

Invites can be a fun activity that you and your spouse spend time creating together. With today’s online options, many couples are choosing to use predesigned choices and working on their invites in an online fashion. If you didn’t already know, Adagio offers invite services to help you along in your invite creation process. There are exclusive discounts that you can receive by going through Adagio. DJ clients receive benefits…

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Groom & Groomsmen Attire Tips

Alright men, now your time to shine! Whether you’ve been heavily involved in the planning process of your wedding or not up to this point. This is where you really get to take the bull by the horns and make some big decisions that are going to affect the overall look of your all your wedding photos. A wedding can be a great time to invest in some nice dress…

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Alex And Morgan Wedding Recap

Alex and Morgan were an absolutely great couple with high class and great taste. They had a unique wedding with many memorable moments. In this recap, we are going to give you a glimpse into their special night. First, it all started with a ceremony hosted on the Afton Alps Golf Course. This venue has a gorgeous ceremony location on the top of a hill overlooking a large parcel of trees down below. A few…

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Wedding Seating Chart Pros and Cons

    So you’ve got your guest list down, you’ve sent out all your invitations, now its time to be thinking about a potential seating chart. Some couples love the idea, some couples don’t but if you’re like most couples you’re probably just somewhere in between. You might be leaning one way or another but you still really don’t know what would be best for your wedding. In this article,…

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So You Want a Packed Dance Floor?

So You Want a Packed Dance Floor? At Adagio, we see it time after time. So many couples wonder and sometimes worry about having a packed dance floor. It’s a legitimate concern with all the horror stories out there about bad DJ’s running the night. Thankfully you are looking a prestige and high-class company. We want to spend some time addressing this issue and explaining why it really isn’t something…

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Unique Wedding Gift Ideas

Have you ever wondered what some creative and unique gift ideas might be for your wedding? Are you in a position where you have most of your basic living items already? If that’s you, then these few ideas could a great help too in coming up with a perfect plan for your wedding. Philanthropy One thing that many couples over look is the opportunity to give to some of their…

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What Makes a Good DJ

You may be wondering what really makes a good wedding DJ. Well, you came to the right spot, a wedding DJ company such as Adagio is the perfect place to look for answers. We have years of collective experience in the industry which allows us to have a holistic perspective on the question. In our opinion, it really boils down to a few things that truly make a wedding DJ,…

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Same-Sex Weddings: Planning Tips

One of the hardest things for you as a same-sex couple is receiving and taking good advice from the sea of wedding information out there today. The problem is that most of it is always geared towards a bride and a groom. Well when you are both one of those, it can cause a hindrance in your planning process. Here at Adagio, we are a nondiscriminatory company and we want…

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Wed Without Worry

It has been said that “Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow. It empties today of its strength.” The wedding planning process can seem overwhelming at times but there are ways to managing without that sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. Here at Adagio, we not only want your wedding to go great, we want you to be feeling great during the whole process. If you or…

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Kids at a Wedding

In the following article, we are going to answer one of the most asked questions. Should I invite children to my wedding? If you come to the answer of no there is not much else to go over, however, should you decide you want to invite kids we will give you a few tips on how to handle that well. First off, don’t feel like you have to invite children…

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Advice For Your Multicultural Wedding

Communication – The most important and vital piece of making your multicultural wedding work is communication. Communicating with your spouse and with your families. The more you can prep your guests and prepare them for cultural customs they may not be used to, the better. Informing them on any special wedding rituals or customs is a must. Your guests will thank you. These customs and rituals will now have more…

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Tips to the Toss: Bouquet Toss

So, you want to have a bouquet??? We think it’s a great idea! In fact, we recommend it for all of our clients! There are a couple of tips you might want to know to help you choose the right song and stay out of “tossing trouble”. The Bouquet Toss The first thing we want you to always pay attention for when it comes to your bouquet toss is anything…

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Tips to the Toss: Garter Toss

So, you want to have a garter toss??? We think it’s a great idea! In fact, we recommend it for all of our clients! There are a couple of tips you might want to know to help you choose the right song and stay out of “tossing trouble”. The Garter Toss There are two very important things to know when it comes to your garter toss. First, if you are…

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Why Adagio Djay Entertainment?

With all the other DJ companies out there, you may be wondering why you should pick Adagio. To us, the answer is easy. Our staff. At the end of the day really any DJ can play music. Any DJ can show up and set up gear. What you get when you book with Adagio is literally the best DJs in the Minneapolis/St. Paul region. You get experience, professionalism, and true…

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Destination Weddings: The Pros & Cons

Destination weddings can be an amazing experience for you and your significant other. For some, a destination wedding is perfect and for others, they are less than ideal. There is a popular perception out there that a destination wedding is more expensive than a local wedding. In some cases, yes this is true but in many cases, it can be much cheaper. It just depends on how you approach it.…

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Micah & Ali Wedding Recap

First off, this was a great couple to work with. They were young but still very classy and mature. The wedding decorations were done by Ali herself. They were amazingly well thought out and very creative. She was going for the rustic barn theme and she nailed it on the head. As for Micah, his friendly demeanor and sense of humor kept everything fun and interesting. He is a military man…

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Say Yes to the Dress! 5 Tips you Must Know Before You Start Shopping

Dress shopping should be a fun and exhilarating experience for you but there are a few things you should consider before you go. At Adagio, we hope that these 5 tips will help ensure that you have exciting and stress-free shopping experience! Dress Silhouettes > Dress Details – First off, by no means are we saying that the little details of the dress are not important. In fact, a well-placed…

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Happy Wife, Happy Life: Tips to a Successful Marriage

Here at Adagio, we not only want you to have the best wedding but a great marriage after you do get married. I hope you will consider and apply these 3 tips to your relationship. Being a Great Listener – This is one of the best skills and habits you can do within your relationship to build trust and love. It’s an acquired skill. Here are three tips to make…

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How to Be the Best, Best Man

First, one of the most important aspects of being a best man is to first know your responsibilities. To start off, let’s go over what a few your key tasks are going to be. The Bachelor Party – This is going to be one of the biggest and most important duties you have but this is an opportunity where you get to lead! Obviously, you are one of the groom’s…

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How to Be an Honorable Maid of Honor

Being a maid of honor is a great and exciting role to play for a wedding. Outside of the bride and groom themselves, the maid of honor is arguably the next most important person in the planning process of the wedding. We hope this article can be a great resource for you to share with your maid of honor or use yourself if you are one. In case you’ve never…

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Jason & Miranda Wedding Recap

First off, what an amazing and beautiful couple Jason & Miranda were. They were high-class all the way and very pleasant to work with as well. They kept a positive and optimistic attitude throughout the day even as it started to rain before their ceremony. What appeared to be a misfortune of mother nature ended up being a wonderful blessing in disguise. As the storm faded and the sun came…

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Daughters, Daddies & Dances: A Guide to Your Perfect Father Daughter Dance

  Every little girl seems to have, at one point or another, imagined herself dancing with her father on that special day. In many cases, it has already happened a time or two when you were little and standing on his feet while he showed you how to dance. Now it’s time to return the favor. So, what can you do to make that dance perfect for you and your…

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Tips for a Successful Anniversary Dance

We get a lot of questions from clients looking to find ways to inject their personality into their wedding music and events. Our goal as we relaunch our blog is to share insights from our staff and clients over the years on a number of topics to help you create an unforgettable event for you and your guests. Today we will look at an event that we get a lot…

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Guess Who Won a Bride’s Choice Award!

Breaking News! Check out this email that we received here at Adagio Djay Entertainment Congratulations You’ve Won the Bride’s Choice Awards 2016 We are excited to announce Adagio Djay Entertainment has won the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2016. This prestigious award is determined by reviews from your past clients and recognizes the top 5 percent of local Wedding Professionals from the WeddingWire Network. So there you have it! Adagio Djay Entertainment…

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DJ Corner | Trading Vows anyone?

Have you ever been presented with the question of “If you could have lunch/dinner with ANYONE, living or dead, who would it be?” This is always a common essay question or a personality quiz question that I’m sure you’ve had to contemplate at least once in your life. It’s a pretty loaded question for sure, but I definitely think Sir Mix-A-Lot would be in the top 10. Why Sir Mix-A-Lot?…

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DJ Corner | Flash Mobbin’ with DJ Tommy

Hello Adagio fans! DJ Tommy here with my first foray into the blogosphere. First off, I am considering a new DJ name inspired by a couple I worked with a couple of weeks ago. Jessica and Joe had a great reception at the Lake Elmo Inn Event Center. They didn’t realize it when they made up their place cards for dinner, but they made a very fitting DJ name for…

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Weekend Recap | Airborne Chairs, Geysers, and Throwbacks

Happy Memorial Day! I hope everyone had a lot of fun! While most people were grilling and chilling all weekend, we here at Adagio Djay Entertainment were busy with weddings on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! While every wedding we do is special and unique, a couple things stuck out this weekend that are worth sharing. We also have a member of the Adagio Djay Entertainment team whose brother became a…

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Weekend Recap | Tornados, Teenagers, and TV

Wow! What a weekend! While the world didn’t end on Saturday as predicted, it sure as heck came close here in the metro. With tornadoes touching down on Saturday and Sunday it was hard to not to consider the validity of the doomsday theories and made for an interesting wedding story for several couples throughout the metro. I also had the pleasure to saying goodbye to some kids I’ve watched…

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The 3.5 | Summer Songs!

Anyone who lives in Minnesota and has been outside will tell you the weather is fan-freakin’-tastic today. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the sunglasses are on. And even though it’s only May, today has the feel of a Saturday in July. In honor of today’s picturesque day, our 3.5 today is the top 3.5 songs of summer. And in my opinion, there is no better summer…

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Weekend Recap | Prom, the Peas, and Mommies!!

Prom/Mother’s Day Drink it in folks! Prom season! The time of year where your son or daughter gets all dolled up and you spend a fortune for a handful of photographs and huge stack of worry. And while parents all over the Midwest were giving their son or daughter “the prom talk” our DJ’s were out making the party jump! It’s almost ironic that Mother’s day is the Sunday after…

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3.5 | Nirvana!!

It’s been 20 years since Nirvana released their iconic “Nevermind” album and thrust grunge onto the national scene and ranks #17 on Rolling Stone’s list of the top 500 albums of all-time.  The Seattle band featured Krist Noveselic on Bass, Dave Grohl (Currently of the Foo Fighters) on Drums, and Kurt Cobain on vocals and guitar and was the inspiration for an entire generation of punks. No I’ve always been…

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Upcoming Events and Weekend Recap

Wow! What a weekend! Beyond the kick-off to our wedding season here at Adagio Djay Entertainment, but we’ve also had some exciting news on the National level as well! UPCOMING EVENTS Big Brother Big Sister at the St. Paul Saint’s Game Thursday, May 5th, 2011 at 5:30pm DJ Zach and Adagio Djay Entertainment will be providing the music and sound system for the 15th annual BBBS St. Paul Saints Game. Food,…

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Debut of a New Weekly Blog Series! “The 3.5”

Hello! It’s been a while since I last posted something on here. The frigid temps and snowy weather froze my keyboard and it’s just now beginning to thaw! April is almost gone and May is on the horizon which means we are about to be thrust head first into wedding season! This of course is cause for celebration and is the inspiration for the debut of this new weekly posting…

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Telephone Tuesday!!

After fighting the crowds on Black Friday and scouring the internet for deals on Cyber Monday, be sure to set aside a moment to call us on Telephone Tuesday! You won’t want to miss the best deals we have offered since 1992!  Choose your deal when placing your deposit by phone between 10am and 10pm on Tuesday, November 30th! Telephone Tuesday Deals: An Extra $50 off your current quote* A…

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Santa Bash!

What are you doing Friday, December 3rd? If you are a fan of fun, you’ll be at the Basilica of Saint Mary’s Santa Bash! DJ Zach from your own Adagio Djay Entertainment will be keeping the party going all night long! For just $20 if you register in advance and $25 at the door not only will you be able to party hearty at the amazing Basilica, but you will automatically…

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“Not-So-Real Wedding Fair” a Very Real Success!!

Last Sunday we had the pleasure to participate in the Independent Wedding Association’s “Not-So-Real Wedding Fair” at the Varsity Theater. This wedding fair didn’t follow the standard set-up-a-table-hand-you-a-brochure-and-smile format that we’ve grown accustom to at most expo. At this fair, an entire wedding was condensed into 1 hour! A 15-minute ceremony followed by a 15-minute dinner and capped off with a 30-minute reception. Couples got to experience first hand the…

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Bowl For Kids’ Sake!

  This Halloween I had the pleasure to volunteer at the Big Brothers Big Sisters “Bowl For Kids’ Sake” event at the AMF bowling alley in Bloomington.  This event is a fundraising event for Big Brothers Big Sister where Bigs and Littles got the opprotunity to spend some time together bowling and raising money for BBBS. With mascots and superheros for the kids to play with, free pizza and pop, a…

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There ain’t no second chance against the thing with forty eyes, girl

Severed heads and starbursts. Cannibals and Candy Corn. Only one holiday can bring the frightening and the fructose together: Halloween! If you’re planning a party this Halloween and are in search of a few haunting melodies to send shivers down your spine check out this Top 10 list of Halloween Songs! Their sure to create that ominous, spooky vibe you’re shooting for! 1. DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince…

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Minnesota Meetings + Events Annual Readers’ Choice Best Of Awards

Help vote for Adagio Djay Entertainment for the Minnesota Meetings + Events 9th Annual Readers’ Choice Best of Awards! Minnesota Meetings + Events is giving everyone the opportunity to vote for their favorite wedding venders and venues and we would absolutely love it if you would cast your vote for Adagio Djay Entertainment for Best Entertainment Agency!   Remember, you have to vote in 10 categories for your vote to…

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TCBA Wedding Fair!

Are you going to be at the Twin Cities Bridal Association Wedding Fair this Sunday? With the Vikings and the Packers playing a night game, there will be no excuses to get some things checked off the ol’ wedding list fellas! Stop by the Adagio Djay Entertainment booth and check out our super awesome, super secret TCBA Wedding Fair Special! I’ll give you a hint: it involves our new moodlighting…

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That’s a Good Sign … Right?

After DJ-ing a wedding a few months ago where the dance was put on a brief hiatus due to a tornado that was ripping through the White Bear Lake area. We had to make our way to the basement for about an hour as a safety precaution. On the way to the basement I overheard several guests consoling the bride, saying “Rain on your wedding day is a good sign, so a Tornado…

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