From the prelude through the last dance, music sets the tone of a wedding and contributes to the sense of celebration. Music also acts as an action-driver, helping direct the flow events through the ceremony and reception. You should hire the disc jockey in good time before the wedding to ensure availability (basically as soon as you know the date). If you’re hiring live musicians for the ceremony or reception, you’ll also need a Master of Ceremony to take charge on the microphone. A disc jockey (DJ) is an ideal backup to live entertainment; he or she can act as MC throughout the event and play during band breaks. Whatever type of music you choose, hire a professional. Coordinating a wedding requires specialized experience in weddings: it’s not enough to simply play the music.

1. Do you use professional gear? 2. Will you provide an emergency back-up system at our event? 3. Are you insured? 4. Do you belong to any professional associations or trade groups? 5. Are we guaranteed the DJ of our choice on the day of our event? 6. How many years of experience do you have? 7. May we call your references? 8. How will you be dressed? 9. How early will you be to our site to set up? 10. Will you allow requests?

1. Do you use professional gear? Using professional sound equipment (including professional compact disc players) helps insure reliable service and a quality presentation. NOT JUST A LAPTOP DJ!! Go to Top

2. Will you provide an emergency back-up system at our event? Weddings are often once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. A back-up system is always at hand at every function. Go to Top

3. Are you insured? Insurance is part of any legitimate business. Liability and casualty policies will protect you, your guests and our DJ company from unforeseen circumstances. (Kavanagh Entertainments does not accept liability at any function for any injury caused while dancing. Please be aware that loose cable and stands are around the dj and it is the liability of the function area and you to insure this is covered by public liability). Go to Top

4. Do you belong to any professional associations or trade groups? An involved businessperson shows a willingness to learn, network and share ideas. Belonging to a professional trade group reflects a caring attitude. Joseph Kavanagh has studied music at the conservatory of music and drama at Dublin's Institute of technology and received a higher level certification in music. Go to Top

5. Are we guaranteed the DJ of our choice on the day of our event? A written contract with your specific entertainer guarantees you will have no surprises on the day of your event. Often we are booked a year or more in advance on "peak" days however please ring to make sure. Go to Top

6. How many years of experience do you have? Experience brings knowledge of common problems and situations. You can be sure your DJ has experience with your type of event after 8 years in the music industry. Go to Top

7. May we call your references? References are a major part of the entertainment business. It is a good idea to get a few client and business references. Please email for a full list Go to Top

8. How will you be dressed? Proper attire reflects a positive image to your guests. Your entertainer will dress in formal wear unless you request otherwise. We always dress in black tie for weddings and corporate events. Go to Top

9. How early will you be to our site to set up? An average of sixty minutes should be allowed for set up and sound check. We set up along with the band if playing after a band to ensure non stop music and no interruption to guests. There is no additional charge for this service. Go to Top

10. Will you allow requests? Requests are always welcome. If a song seems inappropriate for the night, our DJ will explain the reason and ask for an alternative selection. Go to Top