by Erik Michaels of Megasound
This may seem like a silly question; but simply put, more experience generally equals better performance. One cannot expect top-notch performance from an individual who doesn't "know the ropes", so to speak. Weddings are a one-shot deal for couples.
Many MC/DJs (master of ceremonies/disc jockeys) call themselves "professional" but conduct themselves in a manner far from professional due to a lack of experience. Many so-called professionals perform only a minimal number of weddings per year and are simply hobbyists. A true professional will generally perform at weddings regularly every weekend and an amateur may only perform at weddings 8 or 10 times per year.
An entertainer who has over 20 years' experience has been through hundreds of weddings. They have experienced different styles and types of weddings, different music, different traditions, and more than likely has had their fair share of problems of all types. Basically put, the more wedding experience an entertainer has, the more likely they will be able to handle any problem as well as offer you better service than someone with less experience.
This may seem like a silly question; but simply put, more experience generally equals better performance. One cannot expect top-notch performance from an individual who doesn't "know the ropes", so to speak. Weddings are a one-shot deal for couples.
Many MC/DJs (master of ceremonies/disc jockeys) call themselves "professional" but conduct themselves in a manner far from professional due to a lack of experience. Many so-called professionals perform only a minimal number of weddings per year and are simply hobbyists. A true professional will generally perform at weddings regularly every weekend and an amateur may only perform at weddings 8 or 10 times per year.
An entertainer who has over 20 years' experience has been through hundreds of weddings. They have experienced different styles and types of weddings, different music, different traditions, and more than likely has had their fair share of problems of all types. Basically put, the more wedding experience an entertainer has, the more likely they will be able to handle any problem as well as offer you better service than someone with less experience.
A more experienced entertainer will generally be more interested in accomplishing YOUR goals rather than his or her own goals. For instance, almost any DJ/MC is interested in your guests having a good time dancing. However, if you and your guests really aren't the dancing type, an experienced professional will find other means to keep you and your guests busy having fun at your wedding. This is very important, since your guests will remember whether or not they had fun at your wedding.
Experience is a key factor in whether your wedding is successful, fun, and problem-free for you. One often gets what they pay for, so please keep in mind that more experienced entertainers are probably going to charge more for their knowledge than those individuals with less wedding experience. Considering how much of an effect an entertainer will have on the overall atmosphere at your wedding, it definitely pays to spend a little bit more than you originally thought you would and be happy with the results than to try to save a couple hundred bucks and be greatly disappointed after your reception.
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