4 Reasons Why You Should Hire a DJ

4 Reasons why you should Hire a DJ for your Event

Music is an important and unomittable part of any event, whether it be a big birthday bash, a corporate function, a public festival, or even for promotional campaigns. More than just background music, the right mix of tracks can make the difference between a dead dance-floor and an endless hype fest for everyone attending. But a professional and trusted DJ does so much more for your event than picking a series of good tracks to play – which is why choosing the right DJ is so important for your event’s success. Here are 4 reasons why you should hire a professional and trusted DJ.

1. A talented event DJ will hit the perfect cue with the perfect track

This is not usually the first aspect of an event DJ’s job that people think about, but it is one of the most important. If your event has any sort of scheduled moment, such as the arrival of the guest of honour, a big surprise reveal, or a planned stage show, a talented professional DJ will be working with the event coordinator to ensure that the perfect track is cued up and timed at the best moment for the ultimate effect.

This is so, so crucial to fostering a slick and clean running of your event, because there is possibly nothing worse than an unexpected and unwanted awkward silence. There are moments that are simply un-replicable, and you should ensure that the priceless memory is perfectly paired with a professional and trusted DJ.

2. A professional DJ will ensure the best atmosphere for your event and your guests

If your event has a certain guest demographic, or theme, a professional DJ will play tracks that are best suited for your guest’s music preference type. For example, a guest demographic consisting mainly of professionals aged 45 and up will probably enjoy nostalgic tracks from the 1970s more so than the Top 40s of today – conversely, a public event geared towards families will want to capitalise on the hits from a selection of the last few years.

Themed events especially require the skill of a talented and thoughtful DJ, as music plays such a big part in weaving the narrative of your event theme. Hip hop tracks are not ideal for events with a Roaring 1920s theme, but playing tracks that are big band covers of familiar tracks is a creative way to tie together the theme.

3. A widely skilled event DJ will have mastery over sound for different event types and stages

Your event is not a nightclub, nor is it a coffeehouse – and a talented professional DJ will have mastery over not just your event type, but the different stages of your event, and the types of sound it needs. A good DJ’s goal isn’t to get everyone dancing, all the time, but rather create the best atmosphere to cater for your event’s varying needs.

Is your event a corporate function focused on fostering networking opportunities? Then the DJ will factor in the need for audible conversations to happen between guests. Will meals be served over a period of time? Then the music will have to complement the clinking of the plates and glasses.

4. A trustworthy DJ will be working with the venue’s AV system to provide the best sound

Your venue may not have the best AV setup for your event, or perhaps you have engaged in a third party AV company to provide sound for your event. A professional DJ will work with the venue’s available equipment and sounds, or the AV equipment, and most importantly provide their own where they believe your event will benefit more.

If you’re booking your event needs through Applause Entertainment, we will be coordinating these details with the DJ and venue for you, and making your event booking experience so simple. We work with professional and highly skilled event DJs, and have extensive experience with venues to know exactly what technical details to watch out for.

Give your event the best entertainment that it deserves, hire a DJ!

Ultimately, the biggest reason that you should consider when making decisions about your event music hire, is to consider what your event needs. You may come to realise that a live band is much better suited for your event, or even a mix of live band and DJ, depending on what the guests will be doing. Applause Entertainment will also be able to give you suggestions on entertainment options to complement the music, such as a music-based stage show, dancers, or more.

An Applause Entertainment consultant specialises in asking you more questions about your event to understand what is best for your guests and event needs, so if you find yourself struggling to make a choice, or worrying about whether the DJ you have been in contact with will be able to fulfill your event needs, then book your event music hire through the team at Applause Entertainment.

Are you looking for more creative ideas and solutions for your event entertainment needs? Start exploring the website to get inspiration, or call 1300 261 545 and enquire about your next event! It’s time to build your event experience.