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Trust your special day to a MASTER TMOTC is dedicated to making your special day an experience of a lifetime. We believe that every wedding is unique, and we pride ourselves on providing tailored entertainment solutions that reflect your personal style and taste. From perfect ceremony sound to turnt up PACKED dance floors, our team of experienced professionals is committed to creating a magical atmosphere that you and your guests will cherish forever. Let us bring your wedding vision to life and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Se Habla Espanol.

Experience
The Masters of the Ceremony is owned and operated by Adolphus "Danja Mowf" Maples. The son of a 70's soul singer, Maples enjoyed sifting through and listening to his father’s records, 8-tracks and reel-to-reels as a child. After falling in love with hip-hop in the 80s, he began producing songs in the 90s while utilizing his father's records. Shortly thereafter, he signed a major record deal as a rapper, joining the likes of Missy Elliot and Aaliyah. Today he is a professional radio DJ and the perfect person to trust with your special day.

Services Offered
The Masters of the Ceremony offers three different packages for couples to choose from. Couples who book the company’s services may choose from following options:

  • Consultation
  • Setup
  • Takedown
  • Do-not-play list
  • MC services
  • Wireless microphones
  • Photo Booths
  • 360 Photo Booth
  • Venue Lighting
  • Cold Sparkler Fireworks
  • Dancing on Clouds
  • Monogram lighting
  • Audio Guest Book
  • Vibo Music App
  • Black-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding DJ services?

$1,850

Which of the following event rental services to you provide?

Clean Up
Delivery
Setup

What is the starting price for a photo booth package?

$800

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
MC
Microphones
Sound/PA System

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Lights
Photo booth

Which of the following does your starting price include?

Backdrop(s)
Props

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,500

What is the price of your most popular photo booth package?

$1,200

What is included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones

Which of the following does your most popular package include?

Backdrop(s)
Prints
Props

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$450

What photo booth items are available?

Backdrop(s)
Prints
Props

What music genres do you specialize in?

Christian
Club
Country
Electronic
Hip Hop
Indie
International
Jazz
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40

What services do you offer?

Bilingual MC
Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Liability Insurance
MC
One Event Per Day
Video Projection

What additional equipment do you offer?

Disco Ball
Flat Screen
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Which of the following services do your prices include?

Clean Up
Setup
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Reviews of The Masters of the Ceremony

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The Masters of the Ceremony (TMOTC) received exceptional praise for their DJ services at weddings, with Adolphus and DJ Luis standing out for their ability to keep guests dancing all night long with smooth transitions, crowd-reading skills, and professionalism. Reviewers highlighted the team's preparedness, responsiveness, and inclusivity during the planning process, making couples feel seen and respected. The audio guestbook option was also highly recommended for adding a unique touch to weddings. The photo booth services received positive feedback, with reviewers appreciating the team's friendliness and efficiency in capturing memorable moments. Overall, TMOTC was consistently recommended for their high-quality service, passion for music, and creating a lively and fun atmosphere at weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Masters of the Ceremony (TMOTC) received exceptional praise for their DJ services at weddings, with Adolphus and DJ Luis standing out for their ability to keep guests dancing all night long with smooth transitions, crowd-reading skills, and professionalism. Reviewers highlighted the team's preparedness, responsiveness, and inclusivity during the planning process, making couples feel seen and respected. The audio guestbook option was also highly recommended for adding a unique touch to weddings. The photo booth services received positive feedback, with reviewers appreciating the team's friendliness and efficiency in capturing memorable moments. Overall, TMOTC was consistently recommended for their high-quality service, passion for music, and creating a lively and fun atmosphere at weddings.

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Latoya R. Sent on 10/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hire them!!!

Listen to me, hire them!!! You will not regret it. Our wedding was this past weekend and Danja as our DJ went above and beyond our expectations. He was super professional and took his job very seriously.
He kept the party going all night and played music for everyone in our crowd. No only was the music on point, but he also provided Cold Sparklers, Dancing on a Cloud and the Audio Phone Guestbook. Absolutely top tier quality service. We have received so many compliments from our guest. Everyone enjoyed our wedding and it’s because the Master of Ceremony (Danja Mowf) did his thing. I repeat, HIRE THEM…YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!
Alicia
Alicia P. Sent on 09/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Wedding of the Century Thanks to TMOTC

Adolphus (aka Danja) was simply outstanding! From start to finish, he had our wedding guests on their feet, dancing all night long. His transitions were incredibly smooth, and his ability to read the crowd was spot-on. No matter the vibe, he knew exactly when to switch it up and keep the party going. His attention to detail and the way he could pivot seamlessly when needed made all the difference.

Throughout the planning process, Adolphus and his team were incredibly prepared and responsive. Their professionalism and inclusiveness really stood out, especially during our consultation. The presentation was thoughtful, with our names featured and same-sex couples throughout, making us feel seen and respected. It’s rare to find a vendor who genuinely cares and goes the extra mile to get everything just right.

We also opted to get an audio guestbook from TMOTC for our wedding, and we cannot recommend it enough!! We’ve received the most heartfelt and memorable messages from our guests. It was such a special touch that added to the lasting memories of our day.

If you're looking for a DJ who will keep your wedding fun, lively, and meaningful, hire TMOTC—you won’t regret it!
Jennifer
Jennifer N. Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing dj!

ABSOLUTELY the BEST DJ you can EVER ask for! From the professionalism to the party. Wow, every piece was smooth and exactly how we imagined our wedding to be, actually the party was WAYYYYYY better than what we could've ever imagined. He was able to feel out the crowd and bring everyone to the dance floor. 100% recommend!!! Oh lets not forget how great his team was, everyone was super friendly and helpful. The photobooth is a MUST!
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Real Weddings

Neil & Annie
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Elmer & Allie
129 photos · 09/19/2021

Team

Adolphus & Kaila
Adolphus & Kaila
Owner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
My Elegant Occasion, LLC My Elegant Occasion, LLC Wedding Planners

Mr. Maples is a true musician who has perfected the art of a Wedding DJ. His appearance and attire are professional and stylish all while keeping the guests on the dance floor, the ceremony and reception running smoothly and the bride and groom happy. I highly recommend The Masters of Ceremony for weddings and any other event in which a DJ is needed!

Agape Love Events, LLC Agape Love Events, LLC Wedding Florists

The Masters of The Ceremony are by far one The Best Dj's I've ever worked with!! All of the guest were hitting the dance floor all night long!! I most definitely will continue to refer them to my clients!!

Ideal Weddings & Event Design Ideal Weddings & Event Design Wedding Planners

If you are looking for the best professional DJ in town - look no further! The Masters of the Ceremony will keep your guests entertained well after the celebration is over! Working with Danja and the Masters of the Ceremony staff is nothing short of amazing! Professional, Entertaining, and Reliable!

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