Ceremony DJs Reviews
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Isabelle Sent on 06/14/202511/10 recommend!
Jamie absolutely KILLED it at our wedding at The Sea Ranch Lodge. He really took the time to get to know our unique tastes—every part of the event, from welcome party to ceremony to after party, was truly perfect and truly us. Even my family members who like a totally different style of music were dancing all night! Our guests absolutely loved him. 11/10 recommend! -
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Sabina Sent on 11/12/2024They killed it!
James and Aaron form Ceremony DJ's really killed it! I cannot express how satisfied I was with their attention to detail and the live DJ'ing and mixing during the event. They really pay attention to your needs and don't throw any curveballs. Easiest and most professional vendor to work with. They have an amazing music taste and managed to mix my alt/goth rock faves with my family's Russian/euro disco favorites ... and it was a complete success! Can't recommend them enough! -
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Kalika Sent on 11/08/2024Awesome DJ's for Curated Dance Playlist!
We worked with James and Benji for a wedding in October and they are absolutely amazing. James had a really in depth call with the bride that we were able to sit in on where he went into detail about their curated music style with really interesting questions about all of their tastes and the family. They were able to take songs that might not normally be dance songs, and spin them so they totally got people up on the floor! On the wedding day Benji was a dream, arrived early and had fantastic equipement, we had a disco ball and lighting through them as well. We had really intense weather circumstances with rain but he didn't seem phased by it at all and just kept things going with our team. There were some odd timeline/flow requests as well and could throw off a DJ normally, he just went with the flow with grace and professionalism. He had people DANCING! As a wedding planner we know how key a great DJ is and would absolutely love to work with this team again. On a day that was stressful to plan due to other elements (challenging venue and weather) it was so amazing to work with Ceremony DJ's. We love these guys! -
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Emily Sent on 10/11/2024Choose Ceremony for your Ceremony (and everything else!)
So many amazing things to say about Ceremony DJs, from the stellar introduction from Jamie to the end result: an unforgettable dance party. When we got started, Jamie took the time to set expectations, share the unique elements that set apart Ceremony DJs (like that they compensate their DJs fairly and competitively), and describe their SUPER impressive list of artists on both digital and vinyl. Then after learning about our musical tastes, he identified a perfect DJ - Benji - to help us out that day. We got so many compliments from our guests about the music and so much of that credit goes to Benji who expertly crafted set lists that drew from our favorite artists. We can’t recommend Ceremony highly enough! Two thumbs up! -
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Hadar Sent on 10/07/2024Crushed our wedding!
Ceremony DJs did a great job for our wedding! James was easy to talk to and a great guy. Aaron DJed our wedding and was on point logistically and tore up the dance floor. Highly recommend! -
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Tom W. Sent on 05/21/2024A Ceremony for the Ages!
We truly enjoyed working with James. My wife and and I both felt that Benji interpreted our requests and added the perfect amount of his own knowledge to create a dance list that was wonderful. We also enjoyed his energy and looking at the gear. Many of the guests commented how much they enjoyed the music and its presentation. My wife and I will be sure to recommend you whenever possible and will be looking for a reason to have an anniversary dance with you at the helm! -
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Anna Sent on 04/29/2024Best spins ever, a pleasure to work with before and during my wedding!
I can’t say enough about Jamie and Benji (my ceremony DJ)! They helped my now-husband and I coordinate for the event of our lifetimes. Both were incredibly professional, thoughtful, detail-oriented, guest-oriented, and YOU-oriented. Benji did an awesome job spinning throughout the night and keeping everything on a tight schedule. I am looking forward to the next opportunity I get to work with Ceremony DJs! -
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Susan Sent on 03/01/2024Hire Ceremony DJs
I will say without shame that my husband and I are a little snobby about music. Early in the planning process when we discussed what we wanted to hear at our wedding we agreed that we didn't want a "wedding DJ" at all...we wanted a good DJ who would just happen to be playing at our wedding. (No offense to Earth, Wind, & Fire, but if we never heard "September" ever again, it would suit us just fine.) With this as our North Star, we started looking and were mostly disappointed in the selection, until we found Ceremony DJs.
I admit that I first reached out to Ceremony because I noticed they used a New Order album cover as their cover photo, and I assumed from this that they'd be cool. Well, I was right.
From the moment my husband and I first spoke with Jamie Guzzi, we knew we were being understood and that our music was in good hands. Although his company is based in San Francisco, Jamie has connections in cities all up and down the West Coast and are expanding Eastward. Jamie hooked us up with an LA-local DJ, Aaron Castle, and we had an hours-long conversation about the music that shaped us, the artists we love the most, and what we definitely, not under any circumstances, did not want to hear. It was like having drinks with new friends and by the end, we were convinced we'd made exactly the right choice.
On the day of the event, Aaron ran sound at the ceremony, set the vibe at the cocktail hour, and kept the dance floor packed at the reception. All night people were coming up to my husband and I to rave about the musical selections.
My husband and I could not be happier with this vendor and we would recommend them to anyone. If you care about music, hire Ceremony DJs. -
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Kate Sent on 12/08/2023Don't think twice, book them!
Benji djed our wedding in September, and it was the dance party of our dreams!
We knew from the start we were in for a party, beginning with my husband having a 2 hour "music nerd" zoom call as we planned our wedding from Philadelphia. My husband having been a dj and in music production, has his own very impressive vinyl collection, so this was important to him.
They met us at the venue a few months ahead of time and figured out sound and lighting for various settings.
Day of was so smooth... one of my favorite moments was how perfectly timed the beat dropped as we recessed from ceremony! Out of movie!
Cocktail hour and dinner was wonderful in the way he created the vibe without overpowering the moment.
The DANCE PARTY was next level! Everyone on the dance floor til 2am!!
Honestly the best, I could not recommend Ceremony Djs more! Hire them, don't think twice! -
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Robert Sent on 10/16/2023Yes they are amazing
These guys were AMAZING. Not only were they extremely professional and helpful, their music taste was perfect. They played some of our favorite songs on vinyl and were super easy to work with for our wedding. Highly recommend! -
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Christina Sent on 10/06/2023THE BEST DJ!!! Unforgettable night!
Right from our initial communication, Jamie was great to work with. He took the time to really understand our musical preferences and the vibe we wanted for our wedding. His attention to detail and dedication to creating the perfect playlist was truly commendable. Prior to the wedding, I had compiled a playlist of 400+ songs and was so happy to hear some deep cuts from that list during the wedding.
Jamie’s use of vinyl records added a unique and nostalgic touch to the evening. He also seamlessly incorporated our family's cultural music, showing his flexibility and commitment to making everyone feel included and connected to the celebration.
During the cocktail hour, our guests were already on the dance floor, and that was all thanks to Jamie's incredible energy and music selection. He had a fantastic ability to gauge the crowd's mood and adjust the music accordingly, ensuring that the dance floor was never empty.
In the end, I can confidently say that Jamie was worth every penny. He played a pivotal role in making our wedding a roaring success and the best day ever. His professionalism, talent, and ability to connect with the crowd were second to none. Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without him, and for that, we are eternally grateful.
If you're looking for a DJ who will exceed your expectations, create a fantastic atmosphere, and leave your guests raving about the music, look no further. DJ Jamie is a true gem and will undoubtedly make your special day even more memorable.
Thank you, Jamie, for making our wedding an unforgettable celebration! -
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Walinase Sent on 09/28/2023Everyone will talk about your dj!
Ceremony DJ'S WERE INSANE!!! From the moment of our first call with Jamie, we knew it was a perfect match. His extensive knowledge of all genres (even afrobeats. My family is African) combined with his chill demeanor and hilarious personality really made the whole planning process so fun! I had a Napa wedding of 182 people that I was mostly planning by myself so you can imagine the stress. And yet any call we had with Jamie, immediately put me at ease. I kid you not he was the ONLY part of the wedding I didn't have to worry about. He also has experience coordinating weddings and it really helped to have someone who could anticipate the other aspects of a ceremony and reception. My whole family and all our friends were WOWED (which is not an easy thing to accomplish considering there were so many types of personalities and backgrounds). Jamie felt the energy of the room and just ran with it from cocktail hour through the reception. And the rate was more than reasonable. He even threw in some equipment no charge!! I'm bummed I'm based in LA because I would hire his company to play any event I have. I HIGHLY recommend anyone searching for a DJ to hire Ceremony DJ's. You will not regret it. Guests are still raving about the music. -
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Carl Sent on 09/22/2023We Love Ceremony DJ's
From the start of the wedding planning through the end of the wedding night, our experience with Ceremony DJs was absolutely wonderful. They got to know us and our musical styles and interests. They guided us through song selections and musical cues. They walked the venue with us and helped us figure out the best way to set it up. The reception was wild. DJ Benji crushed and blew the roof off the Hotel. Very Happy and Highly recommended -
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Sophie Sent on 08/19/2023Thank you, Jamie!
We had a great time working with Jamie! The planning process was a breeze thanks to his approachability and enthusiasm. He was super responsive via email and he addressed all our questions and offered advice for our ceremony songs. It was so fun discussing music with him too during the planning meeting—his knowledge of music is vast and from the get-go we knew we were going with a DJ who not only knew his stuff but also totally understood our music taste. He blended indie rock/folk and ’70s rock perfectly for the cocktail hour and dinner, and for dancing he stuck to a fun ’80s / new wave set list. He used vinyl throughout the night and threw in some fun surprises (we loved the Julee Cruise during dinner). He also put his own spin on some guest requests, like playing a double length version of Billy Idol’s “White Wedding” with an extended instrumental breakdown. We also appreciated that even when the dance floor wasn’t bustling, he still kept the energy up. Thank you so much, Jamie! -
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Erik Sent on 07/26/2023Ceremony DJs is the best!
From planning to execution, Ceremony DJs did it all. Very easy to work with, always on time, and very communicative. They worked with us to make a custom playlist that paired perfectly with our wedding reception timeline. They mixed between multiple genres of music. They played both vinyl records and high-quality digital files and all of our guests were very impressed!!! Truly unforgettable. This is who you want to choose for your event. Thanks, Ceremony DJs!!!!! You rule!
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Catarina Sent on 07/16/2023Review for Ceremony DJs
We had a great time working with Ceremony DJs. Jamie worked with us during the process to figure out our music interests and identify special songs for the wedding. Communication was quick and easy. DJ Benji DJed the wedding ceremony and reception, and did a fantastic job. The ceremony was flawless, dinner music was wonderful, and he kept people on the dance floor the entire night. We sent over a few playlists and he took inspiration from those, and he was willing to play special requests the night of the reception. The blending/transition from song to song was great, and he played a good mix of different genres. It also looked like he was having a blast for our whole wedding! Thanks so much for an amazing night. -
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Nickolas Sent on 04/25/2023Ceremony DJs — A+, 5 stars, 10 out of 10!!!
Everything about our wedding was perfect, but the thing everyone consistently remarked on was how great the music was, and how awesome our DJ Benji was. He not only hit all the major marks of the day flawlessly with great timing and accuracy but he read the room and kept the dance floor full. When we were introduced to James and Benji of Ceremony DJs we knew we were in good hands and had nothing to worry about. They proved us right on our wedding day. Our big day wouldn't be the same without them. A+, 5 stars, 10 out of 10!!!
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Taylor Sent on 03/14/2023Amazing experience working with Jamie from Ceremony DJs
I couldn't have asked for a better experience working with Jamie from Ceremony DJs! My now-husband and I hired him to DJ our wedding in July 2022. Before we selected him as one of our vendors, we had a two hour long Zoom meeting during which we hung out, drank beers, and chatted about all our musical interests and influences. We clicked with him immediately during this initial meeting and opted not to look at other DJ options even though he was more expensive than we originally budgeted for. That was okay with us though because we wanted to prioritize making our wedding a party and we could envision that happening with Jamie behind the decks.
During the planning process, Jamie asked about everything: each of our musical preferences throughout the years (high school to college to the present day), what our friends listen to, and what our families listen to. Then we made a collaborative Spotify playlist that he used to create his wedding day set, but we also gave him some creative control since he obviously knows what he's doing. He stayed very available throughout the planning process via text and phone call, which made it easy to work with him.
On the actual wedding day, the DJing was absolutely perfect and so much fun. He did a great job controlling the energy of the event, from the guests arriving, to cocktail hour, to the actual reception. Our playlist and preferred music leans towards electronic in terms of genre, particularly house for this event, but he also mixed in tons of fun hip hop and old indie favorites in a way that flowed really nicely.
Since the event, multiple guests have told us that that they had fun specifically because the music and DJing were so good, so thank you Jamie for helping to make our wedding a success! -
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Stephanie Sent on 12/27/2022Awesome Latin Wedding DJ
We we're looking for someone to create a latin vibe for our wedding and James made it come true! He walked us through the entire day and worked with us to create an amazing set list. He played salsa, merengue, reggaeton, top 40s and house music. My favorite part of the night was hora loca! I highly recommend James, he's a true professional and trustworthy to DJ your big day. Thanks again James for giving us a day we will cherish forever. -
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Kevin Sent on 12/20/2022Perfect Experience!
Ceremony was exactly what we were looking for. They exceeded our expectations and then some. Jamie was so great to work with in the early stages; his enthusiasm was contagious and it made this part of the wedding planning process by far the best and easiest. Jackie Sugarlumps was our DJ and it was such a relief knowing we were in such good hands with our tunes. We met with her a few times over Zoom before and shared some playlists to give an idea of our taste and she took care of the rest. The music was what we got complimented for at our wedding the most by a significant margin and that was all thanks for Jamie and Jackie. Highly highly recommend! -
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Laura Sent on 11/13/2022Dream come true!
Ceremony DJs was easy to work with, communicative right from the start. Had intake meeting to understand our hopes and dreams with what music we want played at our wedding. Jackie Spent months researching a seed playlist we created and then expanded that small playlist to create music that lasted all night long perfectly suited to our style and interests.
DJ Jackie was phenomenal! She handled all the microphones for the ceremony, supplying extension cords and speakers to make sure our guests could hear us, our guitar player and our officiant at our outdoor ceremony. The dance floor was never empty and everyone had such an incredible time, even Jackie! She was enjoying our music as much as we were, dancing along while playing records. She was respectful of our do not play list despite multiple pleas from our guests asking for songs (electric slide). We couldn't imagine a better DJ for our magical day! -
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Kevin Sent on 09/29/2022Best dj ever!
James Guzzi was the beating heart of our wedding reception and after party! He played all of our favorite tunes and our wedding guests were astounded at his deep knowledge of the out-of-the-ordinary genres that we love.
James and his wife were also life savers when it came to helping us with some logistical challenges for another element involving sound at our reception. We literally couldn't have done it without them.
I can't speak high enough praise for James! His hard work, DEEP music knowledge, and commitment to an awesome time are all FIVE STARS!!! -
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Daria Sent on 09/26/2022Unique and thoughtful mixes from a fellow music nerd!
Really loved having James DJ our wedding. He put so much thought into our mix, and worked really hard to include our requests and deep cuts :) He was really helpful and generous with his time and spent a long time on the phone with us prepping us for what was needed. He was the first to arrive and the last to leave our venue. We got tons of good feedback from our guests who loved the music as well. I definitely recommend James to anyone who wants a music mix that goes above the standard lot. -
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Emerson Sent on 08/23/2022Truly amazing!!
We were married in Sonoma this year. I consulted with Ceremony DJs, and they took an incredibly thoughtful approach. They took my inspiration, and crafted a vinyl DJ set that completely blew away our expectations. They were very receptive to our requests around announcements or lack thereof. Our tastes and requests were pretty eclectic, ranging from disco to dreampop to Bossa Nova to reggae and beyond, and Benji incorporated it all in an incredibly cohesive set. The entire evening folks from teens to grandparents were tearing it up on the dancefloor, and it stayed popping all night! We've been getting compliments on the music for weeks since the wedding. Seriously, book Ceremony DJs, they are the best in the business. -
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Emily Sent on 07/13/2022Would absolutely recommend
We found Ceremony DJ's to be very professional, very thorough, and easy to work with. We worked with Jamie and he asked thoughtful questions, we felt really listened to, and he was very accommodating to our needs. The dance floor was full the whole evening, and the dinner music was perfectly mellow. We would absolutely recommend working with Ceremony DJ's!
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