Saturday, October 26, 2013

Choosing A DJ Rapid City SD For Your Event

By Kelly Wood


There are a number of benefits to having a DJ Rapid City SD at an event. While there is some equipment to set up a lot of it can be done before an event is due to take place, so there is less time spent with tuning or having to check instruments. For some bars and clubs a good musical act can also help draw in crowds that may not necessarily normally come to your establishment. However as with any musical act it is important to choose them carefully.

For example you may be looking to open a bar or club. In order to get people to come in you may have a specific kind of music in mind. Hopefully you will have researched your target market and considered the kind that they like. If not you should do this before you approach people.

It is also worth remembering that there are different types of DJ. Some may simply turn up and play records. Others may have the ability to remix and have a set that is a bit more intriguing and unpredictable. Some may bridge the tracks in their set with samples and sound effects.

You also need to think about the genre of music your target audience wants. It is not just dance music as there are DJs for soul, heavy metal and all kinds of other genres. If you are not aware of this there are a number of ways to find out. You may want to do it formally through market research or by casually asking people the kind of music they like. If the same answer comes up a lot then it can make it a lot easier to narrow down the options available to you.

As well as venues a lot of DJs perform for events. For example a number of them perform at weddings. This can be a challenge as you need to find music that can appeal to a broad range of guests, everyone from young children to senior citizens. Finding common ground can be hard so equally it helps to have someone who is able to get people on the dance floor as well as able to play the music.

Another thing to ask is how long they will be prepared to stay at an event. Some people like several artists performing sets as this means there is a range of music. However this can complicate matters as you decide who goes on first and who will finish off the set so be careful if you choose this particular option.

Crucially you need to hear them play as well. Think about their choice of music. You need to consider whether it is appropriate to your venue or event. For people who have recently opened a venue it can sometimes be a case of trial and error when finding acts that are suited to your clientele.

There are a wide array of genres that a DJ Rapid City SD can play so do not think you are restricted to dance acts. Some may play soul, rock, heavy metal and other types of music. Look online to find acts in your local area to contact them and find out more about what they have to offer for your event or venue.




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