What music genres are in your collection?
50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Acoustic, Big Band, Classic Rock, Classical, Country, Dance, Folk, Funk, Gospel, Hip Hop, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Orchestra, Pop, Punk Rock, R&B, Rock, Soul, Strings, Swing, World
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Describe your DJ style:
Holliday Productions has a personable, professional style that is relaxed and appropriately interactive with your guests. If you want a DJ who is the center of attention, then look elsewhere. Holliday Productions provides the great music and the atmosphere for fun without taking the focus of the evening away from the bride and groom.
What is your usual attire?
Unless the client specifically requests special attire, Les will wear a black tuxedo. He even wears a tux when setting up his equipment!
If you do not have one of the songs pre-requested by the client, do you require that they provide it?
If there is ANY possible way for Holliday Productions to acquire music selections that are requested and which are not already in the 30,000+ music library, then Les will purchase that music. If the music is not available and the client has a copy, then Holliday Productions will use the client's copy and return it immediately to the client. Les says, "I'd prefer to buy it myself. That way, if it is requested again, I'll have my own copy!"
How many other DJs do you work with?
Les Holliday IS Holliday Productions. When you hire Holliday Productions, you get Holliday Productions. Every time.
What is the minimum amount of time you will DJ for?
The minimum contract amount is for four or fewer hours. If you have an event shorter than four hours, you must pay the minimum amount for the event.
Is the client able to meet the DJ before booking?
Most brides/grooms (and sometimes families!) meet with Les prior to the wedding, but when time is tight or for repeat business, many clients feel comfortable making the arrangements over the phone. All contact, both in-person and phone conversations, are included in the price. Once you book Holliday Productions, Les becomes another resource for you when you have questions about what "usually" happens or "how could we handle THIS?"
Do you specialize in any ethnic or international events?
Holliday Productions has done events that focus on a wide variety of ethnic music, including Italian, Irish, Jewish, Czech, and Polish.
Do you bring your own equipment?
Holliday Productions features the following equipment: TWO Bose L1 sound systems with double bass modules and a ToneMatch? audio engine, and the Bose L1 Compact system as well. A Macintosh MacBook Pro, Bose? headphones, and a Sennheiser wireless microphone system. Backup equipment includes a Macintosh G4 powerbook, LaCie 500-gig Firewire drives, a wired Shure SM58 microphone, and, of course, the Bose L1 Compact sound system.
What (if any) special equipment, such as disco balls or lighting, is offered with your service?
When the occasion requires it, Holliday Productions can provide up to eight wireless microphones (three are Shure wireless mics) and up to three microphone stands with booms. Great for special events requiring multiple microphones. Additionally, Holliday Productions travels with a Duracell 600 battery that will run the Bose L1 Compact system for up to 2.5 hours in case of a power failure. For outdoor events that need power, Holliday Productions can provide a generator to supply power for the Bose L1 Model II full system. (Additional charges apply.)
How much time do you usually need to set up? Do you require that the site or client provide a table for you to set up on?
Holliday Productions usually arrives 1 1/2 hours prior to start time for setup. This allows time to test the system completely and to make any adjustments required, including implementing any backup plans if necessary. A six- or eight-foot table is usually provided for Holliday Productions, but if there are no tables available, then Holliday Productions can bring a 2' x 4' table for compact, space-saving setup. Clients must advise Holliday Productions ahead of time if a table must be part of the setup provided by Holliday Productions. Holliday Productions will provide a deep blue table covering and a modest banner to hide the table setup from general view.
Do you have any extra space requirements?
The Holliday Productions setup is highly flexible and can be compacted to a very small space. The only requirement is that the ceiling must be eight feet or higher, as the Bose? L1 sound system tower is seven feet high. (See pictures elsewhere on the site.)
Do you usually emcee the event or talk between songs?
A veteran of 7 1/2 years on the air in the Chicago area, Les Holliday brings a professional voice and presence to the emcee duties of the night. Blending comments with the atmosphere of the evening is a skill, and Les is one of the best. Although Les was on the air in Chicago, he is not "on the air" at your reception. :)
Trust all of the announcements and introductions to the experience of Holliday Productions.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Holliday Productions performs without taking any breaks, not even for a meal. If the client wishes to provide a "take-home" meal for Les at the end of the evening, it is most welcome, but not expected nor required.
Will you arrange for recorded music to play during your breaks?
Holliday Productions performs without taking any breaks.
What is your backup plan in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Holliday Productions is a member of the DJAWP (Disc Jockey Association of Western Pennsylvania), and as such has a network of other great DJs to count on in case of an emergency.
What is your overtime rate?
The standard overtime rate is $100 for each additional hour or portion of an hour beyond the standard base rate.
Do you charge for travel expenses? If yes, how much do you charge?
Travel outside of the Pittsburgh area may involve a surcharge, especially if overnight accommodations must be made. Such surcharges are assessed on a case-by-case basis and are negotiated with the client.
5.0/5.0
; "The bride and groom kiss on the dance floor. After all, the night is about love, isn't it?")
; "Everyone--of all ages--starts off the night dancing at Nemacolin Country Club.")
; "It's a special moment when father and daughter dance.")
; "Equally special is the mother's dance with her son.")
; "The dance floor should be filled all night long!")
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