Mikes Music of Florida, Wedding DJ, Florida - Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, and surrounding areas

Mikes Music of Florida 5.0 out of 5.0

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Fair pricing, professional staff.

Lakeland, FL 33813

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Established:	1980
Employees:	6
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I have been involved in the wedding business since 1980. I have experience in several aspects including photography, venue management, consulting, and of course disc jockey. Here at Mikes Music of Florida, our highly trained staff uses only professional equipment. No home stereo components , or speakers. We hold monthly training sessions for our staff, and always maintain an updated music list. We consider ourselfs reception coordinators, not just DJ's. What this means is we will manage your reception, and work with your wedding coordinator, photographer, and other vendors. We will make sure that everyone is on the "same page" before we announce an event I.E. time to cut the cake, or let's do the first dance, we will check with the bride and groom, photographer, etc to make sure everything runs smoothly. We have a free online wedding planner where you can edit all your information for all your wedding vendors. There is even a section to create and edit your song list. Once your play list is complete, we play only from your list. This way, we know you will enjoy everything that is played. If you would like to allow song requests from your guests, this is another option on your free wedding planner. Here at Mikes Music of Florida, we strive for a stress free, and enjoyable time for not only the bride and groom, but for the guest as well. Give us a try, I know you will like what you see (and hear).

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Endorsements

Jemstar Entertainment	Mike Happle has been a standing member of the American DJ Association for many years, and has been an immense asset to myself as well as our local membership.
Party By Allison	Great to work with! Professional service.
Tampa Wedding Minister and Florida Beach Weddings	Mikes Music is a professional staff of DJ's for your special party or wedding. Mike's Music has an assortment of music from oldies, rock, pop, country, top 40, look no further for the sounds from the oldies.
Cigar Roller Events / BNF Escapades, Inc. by Frank Paul Cangemi	Mikes Music of Florida is an "Outstanding Professional Complete Package" in our "Wedding Industry" ... Check Mike out ... You'll be glad you did ... Mikes Music has my endorsement completely ... ALL the BEST ... Enjoy. Regards / Frank Paul / Cigar Roller Events
Kevin Colangelo Premiere Disc Jockeys	This DJ Service has a proven track record of quality and first class service and I fully endorse them Kevin Colangelo President

Frequently Asked Questions for DJ

Describe your DJ style:

Low key, or high energy. This depends on the requests of the bride and groom. I do like to interact, and have a good time though.

What is your usual attire?

Depends on the event, usually a tux for a wedding. For some outdoor weddings we can dress down a little. This is something that is covered in our free online wedding planner.

If you do not have one of the songs pre-requested by the client, do you require that they provide it?

If I do not have a requested song, I will check with my DJ groups and try to find the song. Usually with my contacts, I can find the song. I will only ask the couple to provide the song, if I can not locate it.

How many other DJs do you work with?

I have six DJ's and KJ's (karaoke disc jockey). All have been certified, and go through monthly training.

What is the minimum amount of time you will DJ for?

We have no minimum time limits.

Is the client able to meet the DJ before booking?

Yes, I believe in this. I believe teh DJ and bride should be able to get along and communicate both before, and durring the event.

Do you specialize in any ethnic or international events?

I have a spanish speaking DJ, and I do yearly spanish events, but nothing international yet.

Do you bring your own equipment?

Yes, we have only professional equipment, and arrive early to setup and test. Also, there are never any setup or breakdown costs.

What (if any) special equipment, such as disco balls or lighting, is offered with your service?

Yes, we have wireless mics, lasers, bubble, and other lighting effects available.

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?

We usually get there an hour early, but only takes about 15 or 20 minutes to set up. For weddings, I usually request a table with skirting so everything matches and looks professional.

Do you have any extra space requirements?

No extra space requirements. The only thing we ask for is an electrical outlet near by.

Do you usually emcee the event or talk between songs?

Yes, we emcee, and make announcments. We just don't sit there an play music. We interact and get involved.

What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?

A meal is usually offered, and is very much appreceited. The DJ will eat durring the same time as the guests, and keep backround music going. They will eat at their equipment and/or close to the area. This way, they can continue to monitor the music.

Will you arrange for recorded music to play during your breaks?

As stated above, we take no breaks other then "nature calls", and yes recorded music will continue to be played.

What is your backup plan in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?

Yes, we have several DJ's both in and out of our business that work together in an emergency.

What is your overtime rate?

Overtime rate is $75.00, but I offer it to all Wedding Wire customers for a rate of $50.00 per hour.

Do you charge for travel expenses? If yes, how much do you charge?

No extra charge for travel, setup, or breakdown.

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General Questions

Do you have a customer satisfaction or refund policy?

I have never come across this problem. I can do a partial refund if your not completely happy. With over 18 years in the business, I think you will love what you see (and hear)

Disc Jockeys

Do you specialize in a specific genre of music?

Each one of us enjoys specific events or types of music. I will assign that special DJ to you event. I usually do the weddings myself. Discuss this with our staff when you contact our office.

How are you different from other disc jockeys?

Well besides trying to treat everyone fair, and not over charging, I consider myself very outgoing and friendly. I also use advanced digital stereo equipment, all professional all the way. No boom box here. You will be shocked when you see our systems, and meet our professional staff.

Can I provide my own music?

Yes, all my digital systems also have a CD/KARAOKE player. I will be more than happy to play your music. There is also a complete song list on the first page of my website for you to choose from.

What is your standard attire?

Depending on the event, we usually wear dress pants, shirt, shoes, and tie and jacket. If desired, we can also wear a tux, but this is something we will discuss prior to your event.

Do you have back-up equipment in case of failure?

Yes, I believe in this strongly. We also arrive early enough to setup and test everything prior to our start time. There is NO extra charge for setup or breakdown. Just professional service at a fair price.

What is your experience? How many events have you done?

I have (18) years in the wedding business, and have done everything from consulting to photography and Disc Jockey. I have done DJ work for several large companies including NASA and several large stadiums. I also take pride in doing smaller weddings and private parties. All this can be found on my website.

What are your qualifications? Have you been professionally trained or certified?

I have several music and DJ classes, but have found from my experience that understanding the equipment and knowing what people want to hear is the best learning experience. I'm also a member of the National Disc Jockey Ass. And also hold the title of state manager for Kevin Colangelo Premier Disc Jockeys. I also have several DJ's that I work with, as well as several music-booking agents for the state.

Do you take requests?

Yes, I love taking requests. That let me know what the people like to hear and insures they will have their favorite music to listen to. When I receive requests, it helps me understand their needs a little more.

Are you insured?

Yes, I have a policy on not only my equipment, but liability insurance as well.

What are your hourly rates?

My rates are based on location, services needed, and the amount of time requested. Basic rates after that are usually priced at $50.00 per hour.

Will you also be the Master of Ceremonies (MC)?

Yes, I usually MC depending on your requests and type of event.

Do you require a deposit? What is your cancellation policy?

I require a small deposit of only $100.00 This is to hold your date and time. The deposit is refundable if the event is canceled within a fair amount of time before the event

Tips and Advice

DON’T PANIC - This may be your first wedding, but we have done thousands! We will work with you anyway we can to relieve your stress. We offer our clients a free online wedding planner. Here you can set up a schedule of your whole day, print and store all your information for all your vendors, select a song play list, and plan your whole event. I’m also available via phone, e-mail, online support, or instant message 24/7. My office hours are usually until 2 or 3 AM, so feel free to call anytime.

ENTERTAINMENT - Select your DJ early to confirm and hold your date. If you wait to hire our services, we may be booked for your date. Entertainment is the MOST important service for your reception. If you asked someone about your wedding a year later, they may not remember how the food was, or maybe even what you served. They may not remember the expensive Champaign you bought, or even know that it was expensive. They may not know if you spent $500.00 on your gown, or if you spent $5,000 on it. On think I can promise is that if you go cheap on your entertainment, they will always remember that. Now, let me add, our pricing is more then fair. When I mean go cheap, I mean not hiring the best entertainment for your special day.

DJ COMPANY - Make sure your DJ is fully licensed and insured. Don’t hire anyone you get a bad "fibe" from. This is your special day, don’t just go on price or referrals.

WEB SITE - Please be sure to stop by our web site for more helpful tips. We even have online e - books you can download with topics as How to save money on my wedding, how to hire vendors, outdoor weddings, etc. Don’t forget, I’m available 24/7 if you have any questions or comments.