Express Yourselves (and your relationship) Through Music

A couple of months ago I had the opportunity to give Brides Magazine my input on some different ideas for songs to play during the formalities at a wedding (ceremony & reception). Reflecting on recent weddings I’ve done where the music was a bit different, I began to formulate a list that was, "The remedy for the common wedding music."

In writing the article for the magazine I tried to reach as many different types of couples as I could with my picks. I found that no matter what type of music is suggested, it has to be meaningful to the couple for it to work for them. Because music is such an important part of my life, it would be difficult for me to suggest the same songs to every couple that I work with for their ceremony, recessional or first dance. Just because I think a song is a good fit for one couple's first dance, doesn't mean it will work for another couple.

So instead of suggesting particular songs for the ceremony or reception, my job is to help the couple figure out what their collective identity is, and help them to display it through the music at their event. When a couple hires a DJ for their ceremony, they have free reign to communicate with their guests the type of love they share through music.

Some couples want to hear "The Wedding March" and "Here Comes the Bride" because they identify that music with a wedding. I feel as though that only scratches the surface. Why not find music you both enjoy that represents your relationship in the deepest way? Why not have your guests associate the lyrics and melodies of a particular song with the smell of the flowers you’ve picked and the sight of your beautiful dress? The best part about having a DJ at a ceremony is that you can pick any song, from any group, in any genre.

The music you select can accomplish several things. One may be to lighten the mood during the ceremony. I once had a client select REM’s, "It’s the End of the World" as their recessional song. The guests laughed - but it was a song the couple enjoyed.

Some couples choose a song they heard on the radio during their first date. When I worked with my couple from last weekend, they selected "Bed of Roses," by Bon Jovi as their first dance song. They did not choose that song because of the lyrics, or because it represented their relationship, rather they wanted that song because they met while standing outside in line for a Bon Jovi Concert and it met something to them.

Selecting the music for your wedding can be as trivial as using Google and searching for "Wedding Music" or as intricate as finding the acoustic version of Foo Fighters, "Everlong" that they sung while touring in Colorado. Either way the music should mean the most to you, and should convey the message of your love for one another. If your identity is shown through the style of dress you select, or type of flower you carry, the music should express the relationship you’re vowing to uphold.

-Matt

What Makes Us Different

When people ask me this question, I usually say, “we answer the phone.” It sounds like a small thing, but in this industry, I think it is a very important thing for us to do. When I call a company with questions or to find out some more information, I appreciate speaking to someone, not a machine. It's more personal.

But over the past couple of months, we have really tried to analyze what makes us different - it can be a hard thing to do. But, after a lot of thought and reflection of past events, we found that our ability to truly reflect our clients personalities and style is what makes us different.

When we meet with our clients and potential clients, we ask a lot of questions in order to get the right information which in turn helps us envision what they want and eventually, provide them with it. We want our clients guests leaving their event saying, "that was them."

Your event should be a reflection of you. We can help you tailor your style and show your personality in a way that all of your guests can enjoy. We love hearing positive feedback from our clients, but the ultimate compliment comes when a client tells us that their guests can't stop talking about it.

Each event calls for different ideas and suggestions - we work through these together to figure out what works best for you, your vision and your venue. You may have seen something in a magazine or at another event that caught your eye - we will work with you to personalize it. Throughout the process of securing your professionals, you are looking for people that "get" your vision, not only do we get it, but we'll help you showcase it.

That might not sound like a huge thing. You may have been expecting some big statement on how we are the best. But I think when all is said and done, and all of the little details come together and you have the chance to reflect back on your event, you would agree with us. Our customer service was top notch and we did a pretty good job reflecting your style.

-Jason

We love happy clients!

We got a very nice thank you note in the mail from Maureen and Matt. Jason DJed their September reception at The Manor House, and we also did the up lighting and their monogram.

"Thank you so much for helping to make our wedding a truly memorable event. Not only did you have the dance floor packed all night long, but all of our guests talked about how 'un-wedding DJ' like everything was. The lighting was perfect and set the tone for the evening. I've passed your number along, and will continue to do so! Thanks again!"

Maureen and Matt, we're so glad you were happy and we really appreciate that you chose us to be a part of your special day!

Here are a few images from their reception thanks to the ladies at Creative Images!

-Becky

We're growing ...

Thanks to all of the support from our terrific clients and amazing business partners, Synergetic is growing! We're looking for experienced, professional DJs to join our team because as we grow, having the right people on our team is extremely important. So for the next few months, we will be holding interviews and giving the areas best DJs the chance to showcase their talent. If you are interested, please email Jason at Jason@synergeticsounds.com and he will go over all the details with you. We are looking to fill two positions, so please only reply if you have at least five years of experience.

We look forward to hearing from you!
-Jason

Live Bait - where it began

The very first club/bar that I DJed at was a small, up and coming spot in Olde City (Before Olde City was what it is today). It was 1998 and I was asked to DJ a Sorority party upstairs at Live Bait. At the end of the night, Frank, the owner, asked me to spin every night.

For most of you in your late 20’s and early 30’s you may remember this place. It was a blast! It has long since closed down, but I have great memories of it and still talk to some wonderful people from there. It was located in the same building that Glam was in on 2nd street. This bar was one of the places that turned Olde City into the place to be - fire blowing bar tenders, animated patrons and of course, great music!

I recently had dinner with one of the upstairs bartenders, Jamison Delles. We reminisced about the good times, and the people - and what some of them are up to today. Unfortunately, I probably DJed the best type of club/bar I will ever have the chance to spin in at the beginning of my career. If I only would have known that at 18!

And for any Eagles fan reading this, you may know Sean, a bouncer from Live Bait. He is the craziest Eagles fan in the city. He is always in pads, painted face and screaming! I grew to become good friends with him.

So here is a big shout out to Dana, Art, Palace roller skating Joe, Sean, Brandon, Frankie Jr. and Sr., Donna, Mike, Vanessa , Doogie and all the rest.

-DJ Jay Fears

Monogram Special for NEW Clients

Now through December 31st, when you book Synergetic to DJ your wedding we are offering a monogram for $200!* That is $150 off the regular price!

*The monogram special is available to new clients who book our Wedding I package by December 31, 2009.*

Monograms are a great way to show off your new initials and personalize your reception! Here are some of my recent favorites.

Casual Candids

Costello Photography

Jennifer Childress Photography

Denlinger Photography

Because You Love Photography

Love Shack Photography

Creative Images

-Becky

Jade and Gordon

Jade and Gordon were married in a beautiful, intimate ceremony at Sweetwater Farm. In between the ceremony and reception, Jade, Gordon and their bridal party took advantage of the beautiful grounds, and animals, with their photographer Heather Fowler. Heather captured some beautiful moments and Jade and Gordon’s love and happiness just radiates from the images.

I checked in with Jade after the wedding to extend my congratulations and make sure they were happy with our services. Jade said, “Matt Bowyer did a fantastic job at the wedding. We were really happy with the music throughout the evening. I loved how he kept everybody on the dance floor during the reception!”

Jade and Gordon, we’re so glad that you were pleased and we wish you nothing but the best! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day!

Thanks so much to our friend Heather Fowler for the images below. They’re absolutely beautiful! (Oh and if you’re a sports fan Jade may look familiar to you. She covers sports for Philadelphia’s NBC 10).

-Becky