Wedding contracts include 1 hour of travel each way from Pittsfield, Massachusetts. All other contracts include a 45 minute travel radius. Additional travel is billed at $100 for each additional hour of driving and in some cases lodging is required.

In over 20 years, I have never missed an event. Never. But I understand and appreciate that you need a better answer than that. I have a network of DJs I would call upon if I suddenly found myself injured or too sick and unable to perform at your event. Furthermore, I would issue you a refund of all monies paid. I am also a member of the American Disc Jockey Association. In the event I am unable to cover one of my events, they'll assist me in finding DJs who are available to replace me. In the event I suffer catastrophic equipment loss for any reason, they'll assist me with loaner gear while I wait for my new gear to arrive. Your peace of mind is my number one goal.

For peak Saturdays from May through October, 18 to 24 months in advance is best. Shorter notice is okay too as long as your date is still available. Friday and Sunday bookings are less in demand and generally require less notice (unless they fall on a Holiday weekend).

Unfortunately, nearly all of my performances are private; nearly all are weddings which are highly personalized. You might not like another couple's style and therefore mine that night. I would never invite people in to see me at your event. The best thing to do is to set up a time when we can meet. This will give you a better idea of what I'm all about, compared to peeking in at someone else's event. I also offer hundreds of client testimonials that are worth reading.

I accept cash (although cash cannot be mailed), checks, money orders, credit and debit card payments, Paypal, and Venmo. For most private events and all weddings, a deposit of 1/3 is due when the contract is signed and the final balance is due 4 weeks before your event. Corporate, public, and nonprofit entities typically pay 1/3 up front with the balance collected at the start of my performance.

While it is not required in my contract, it is appreciated for events where a meal is served.

Yes, and it is ready to go at every event. As long as there is electricity the show will go on. I can even provide my own electricity if the power goes out.

No. The time I spend setting up and removing my gear from your event is already worked into my rate structure (and not carved out of your total number of prepaid service hours). If you pay for 6 hours you get a 6 hour performance.

The single largest bit of music incorporated into a ceremony is known as the Prelude. I include 15 minutes of complimentary ceremony prelude music that plays before your ceremony begins (while people are being seated). Your service hours begin at the time your ceremony is scheduled to start. Extending a performance beyond the agreed upon number of service hours specified in your contract is billed at $75 per half hour.

My arrival time depends on the amount and type of equipment needed for your event. No matter what, I always arrive at least one hour before guests arrive. This ensures that the music is playing when they get there.

If you have paid for additional equipment to be used outdoors and it rains, and you notify me before I set up the outdoor equipment that you are calling the "rain plan" and we no longer need my outdoor gear, you will receive a refund for that portion of our contract. However, you must notify me not to put the outdoor equipment in place in order to get your refund. If the additional equipment takes a ride to your venue in my van, that's okay. But once it leaves the van and gets set up, you must pay for it even if I don't use it. Notify me at least 2 hours before your event starts if you wish to implement a rain plan and save yourself some money.

Yes. All the music I have is present at every event. Many things are considered when taking requests, such as how the request fits with the music styles you've approved and, most importantly, your do-not-play list.

I think it's a great idea! Although the best approach to this takes a bit of work on your end. Remember, it's about giving your guests a chance to have their favorite song(s) heard. First, I would ask them to list their favorite 1 song. Or limit them to 3. When the RSVPs come back is when your work begins. In an ideal world (for me), you'd tabulate the results and email them to me. It's important when you make your list that you include a method of indicating that certain songs were asked for more than once (you'll see a lot of this--which is good--and naturally those should be ones that get played). But try not to toss any out simply because you're not a big fan (instead give a thumbs down on paper so I know your preference). The important thing to note here is that I won't be able to acquire new tracks during the party (I only purchase and download music from my office) so if some obscure song is going to cause your uncles to spontaneously break out in a choreographed dance they practice every year at a drunken reunion, I need to have it! If tabulating the results is just too much for you, then you can just stuff all the slips in a folder and mail them my way! A final note: a lot of those songs will be played during cocktails and dinner so don't worry if they aren't your idea of great songs for our dance party.

During my interview we will discuss my style as a DJ music-wise and I will share some playlists with you. You'll be given 7 days to decide if I am a good fit for your event. If we decide I am and you book me, during our planning process I will purchase any songs you think I'll need (at my expense). At your event, my focus is where it should be: on your dance floor, not on scrambling to download songs because I showed up unprepared.

Yes. Each performance is covered by up to $1,000,000 of liability insurance. Your venue may require proof of this and ask to be "named as additionally insured." Be sure to bring this to my attention at least 72 hours before your event if you need this to happen.

For weddings, tipping is common, especially if you feel I went above and beyond for you. It is completely up to you. 10-15% is average.

Yes. Some of my exclusive event enhancements may be booked without my DJ services.

I rely primarily on the music to get the job done. I use no games or props or other corny antics or contests to get people involved and dancing. I spare you, your guests, and myself the embarrassment these "techniques" can cause. If any of that is what you are hoping for, we're not a good fit. My use of the microphone is tasteful and purposeful. I appear in proper attire at every event. You will never see a sign or banner advertising my company at your event. My level of professionalism is evident at all times. I offer quality musical entertainment to achieve the results you are hoping for. The emphasis shouldn't be on WHAT a DJ offers, but on HOW they do things. Visit the "Meet The DJ" page on this site to learn what I'm all about.

Yes. Visit the "Venue Partners" page on this site to see who they are.