Q: How much do you charge for a wedding reception?

A: Big Ear Entertainment charges $700 for a five hour wedding reception. These charges include the use of all audio equipment, including our wireless microphone system. This rate does not include our lighting option. If you would like to add the lighting option, it is a flat-fee of $100. We do not charge extra for set-up, teardown, or travel time.

Q: How much do you charge for a private party?

A: If your event is not a wedding reception, we charge by the hour. Our hourly rate is $125 hour. As always, you do not charge for set-up, teardown or travel time.

Q: Do you have a travel charge:

A: If your wedding reception or event is within an hour of our offices, we do not charge a travel fee. However, if your reception is more than an hour away, we will add a $150 travel fee in order to secure a hotel room for your disc jockey.

Q: Can we add time to our contract the evening of our event?

A: Yes, you are more than welcome to add time to your contract the evening of your event at a rate of $50 per half-hour.

Q: How early should we book you?

A: Generally speaking, we book our calendar 8 to 10 months in advance. We have four systems available for booking, but if we happen to be booked on your date we will refer you to a reputable disc jockey company in the area.

Q: Is there a contract and what is the deposit?

A: Yes, we do provide you with a contract guaranteeing you service on the date of your event. The deposit required once we have entered into contract is $200. This deposit is non-refundable.

Q: How will you be dressed at our event?

A: For wedding receptions, your disc jockey will be dressed in a suit and tie. Why not a tuxedo? We believe that you and your bridal party should be the center of attention. We are in no way equals to you on your special evening. Because of this, our disc jockeys wear a suit and tie at all wedding receptions. If a tuxedo is a very important part of your evening, please let us know and we can make arrangements.

Q: Will you advertise at our event?

A: No, we will not have any form of advertising present at your event. We also do not mention our company name at any time during the evening. We are there to serve you and you alone. We do not look at your wedding reception as a mean to gain additional business. If one of your guests asks us for a business card, we will provide them with one.

Q: Will we meet the DJ responsible for our evening?

A: Yes, you will meet your disc jockey at your event planning meeting that will take place 2 to 4 weeks prior to your event. You will also be provided with your disc jockey’s telephone number and email address.

Q: When do we finalize the details of our event?

A: You will meet with your disc jockey 2 to 4 weeks prior to your event to go over all of your important details. At this meeting you will discuss music, introductions, and the timing of your evening. Big Ear Entertainment also serves as your Master of Ceremonies, and coordinates all of your plans with your photographer, reception hall, and videographer.

Q: Can we select the music played at our event?

A: Yes, you have complete discretion as to what we play, and more importantly, what we DON’T play. We take requests throughout the evening, but we will only play songs that you have deemed acceptable.

Q: What if we want a song that you don’t have?

A: We have a vast selection of music in our library, but if there happens to be a song that we don’t have you have two options. If it is a song that you have on CD, you may bring it to the event and we can play it for you. If you don’t have the song, we will make every effort to get a hold of the selection for you.

Q: How interactive are your DJs?

A: The answer to this question is simple; as interactive as you want us to be! We understand that all events are unique. Some events call for a very interactive disc jockey; others require a more conservative approach. You let us know how you want us to act, and we will do just that. However, we guarantee that at no time will your wedding reception become our show.