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Many weddings and receptions include a classical pianist, a wedding singer, harp-
ist or string quartet at the ceremony and a band or dj at the reception.
Hiring the right ones is an important decision if you're wedding and reception are
going to be memorable. Below are 10 questions to ask ensuring you hire the right
company.
On the next few pages are worksheets for you to keep track of the wedding vendor, the answers they give to your
questions and their contact information.
May I see you perform at a wedding reception?
Are you the one who will be at my wedding or will you be sending someone else?
Are you limited to only 4 or 5 hours because you have another wedding on my wedding date?
How early do you arrive prior to a wedding reception?
What will you be wearing?
Will the DJ act as a Master of Ceremony?
Do you use any theatrical lighting?
How many breaks will you take, how often and for how long?
What is your payment schedule? What are your fees?
Do you need to be fed at my wedding reception?