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Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Dee Jay or Band

Jeanne Benedict
Celebrations Expert

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Experiencing a band or deejay in action is the best interview you can have, but there are a few biz details you'll need to discuss for your event.

What is the cost for the deejay or band's services and what does that include, such as how many band members they have and the breaks they take and how long.
Can they provide recommendations with phone numbers that you can call?
Can they think of extra costs based on the location? Speaking of the location, check to see if there is a curfew for playing loud music or any other restrictions.
Some deejays do giveaways at parties with games (common at bat mitzvahs). Inquire about this service or if they have musical props (i.e. tambourines, inflatable guitars) to get guests in the mood! Also, you may want to see if the have a connection to get the props personalized for your event. (Expect to pay extra for the swag items.)
If you haven't experienced their work, you need to do so via a DVD or by attending a live performance.
Keep the conversation casual but businesslike, as you don't want this to feel like an interrogation, but you do want to know that you're going to rock your party.