Question 1

What do you wear?

Accepted Answer

By default, I will always been in a black button-up shirt, black dress pants, and black dress shoes. My goal is to blend into the background and not be a distraction on your big day. However, as a "special touch," I do my best to match my tie to your wedding colors, so please don't forget to let me know what those are! And of course, if you'd like me to wear something different, just ask and I'll do my best to accommodate any reasonable request!

Question 2

Do you take music requests?

Accepted Answer

That's up to you! Some couples love that I offer a "Text Your Request" feature as long as I have WiFi or cell signal at the venue - so people can request music from their seats or the dance floor, without needing to yell over my speakers. However, I also respect couples' wishes to keep the playlist "locked down" to our agreed-upon playlist or genre. And if we do agree to take requests, you always have "Veto Power" on any songs that you absolutely DO NOT want played. Let's chat about this during one of our unlimited planning sessions!

Question 3

Do you provide music for wedding ceremonies or cocktail receptions?

Accepted Answer

I sure do! If the entire event is in one location, it's easy to keep the music going throughout. But even if your ceremony or cocktail hour is in a separate location, I can bring a second sound system for a discreet, classy setup. Of course, a wireless microphone is also available to use for announcements or ceremony proceedings. We'll go over everything you need in your complimentary planning packet and unlimited virtual or in-person meetings!

Question 4

Are you fully insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I am covered for up to $1 million per incident in liability insurance through State Farm, as well as a $5000 personal property policy that covers my equipment. Of course, safety is my top priority, and I meticulously check my equipment (and my setup at each event) to minimize - if not eliminate - the risk of any safety issues.

Question 5

How early do you arrive to set up?

Accepted Answer

This depends on the type of venue and how complicated of a setup I'll be bringing. For a very basic, one-system setup, I try to arrive about two hours before guests arrive. If I'll be setting up more than one system, or if the venue requires the use of stairs, elevators, long hallways, distant parking, etc, I may request to arrive as early as 3 hours prior to guest arrival. As for unloading, I will usually be fully broken down and packed up no later than one hour after the event ends.

Question 6

Do you provide other services, such as lighting or photo booths?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Dance floor lighting is always included at no extra cost, and if it makes sense for the venue, I can use this system as decorative up-lighting or down-lighting before the dancing gets started. I also have accent uplights that can synchronize wirelessly with the music, as well as a self-service photo booth with a table full of props and costume pieces. And I'm happy to work with you on getting glowsticks, an audio phone booth, a commemorative vinyl record, or even a "silent disco" if you want a quieter vibe. Please contact me for more details!

Question 7

What is your travel fee?

Accepted Answer

There is no extra cost for events within 50 miles of downtown Pittsburgh. Beyond that, we can discuss custom pricing for travel and lodging based on your individual needs.

Question 8

Why don't you have more photos or work samples on Zola?

Accepted Answer

Much of my work through the years has been with other companies who owned the rights to images of their events. I have also been phasing out photos and videos that showed my "starter" setup under Party It Up. I've been taking updated photos and videos for the last several months and will be uploading them on my various platforms as time allows. In the meantime, please feel free to reach out for private links to photos and videos that I haven't gotten around to publishing publicly yet!

Question 9

Do you offer payment plans?

Accepted Answer

I require a 25% deposit to reserve the date, and as long as the full balance is paid by the due date, you're welcome to split it into as many payments as you'd like! If you need more time, you are welcome to put the balance on any major credit card, or you can use the AfterPay function through Party It Up's invoice and contract provider, Square. Please feel free to reach out if you have further questions on how that works!

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