Previous to your wedding we spend the time to work on your itinerary.
We can go through all the important points (listed below) and if you don't
have a definite idea how your itinerary should proceed we can fill in the
gaps for you. We have experienced many different types of weddings
some very formal and some very casual and I can help to second guess
what is coming up next at the reception to prevent any mishaps. We could
sit down with you or discuss by phone important details and arrange the proper
music for the right time. And remember we want to play what you want to hear.

The Wedding Ceremony - We have supplied music for hundreds of wedding ceremonies.
Sometimes the ceremony is in a separate location and I will work out the details with you
on where to set up. We do have a wireless microphone available and sometimes the
person officiating the ceremony needs the amplification. The typical ceremony needs
background music while the guests are arriving and being seated. This music before
the ceremony might last approximately thirty minutes. I 'll help you pick the processional
song or songs depending on the size of your bridal party and then at the proper cue the
ceremony begins. Then there is often no music until the ending recessional song and
that can be anything from the standard to something fun that you choose.

Large Music Selection -Old and new obtained through years of experience.
We have a large library of the classic songs of Swing and Rock, R&B, Old school
(please see the lists) and also every month we receive the latest Rock and Hip hop,
Dance and Pop music. Using my song list before your event you can check off those
songs you want or not or just suggest a style of music that you prefer. And I always
welcome requests. Quite often people may not want certain songs that other people
like a lot. A good example of this might be songs such as the Chicken Dance or Mac-
arena. I wouldn't play these unless I thought it would work and be appropriate for your
group. Even popular songs like "Celebration" or "New York N.Y." can be loved or dis-
liked a lot and I want to play what you want ! And you can always bring your favorites.

A Typical Wedding Reception Itinerary

Guests Arrival - Arrival of BRIDAL PARTY (We can announce their entry into room or as seated at table)
First Set Quiet background music while guests are arriving and talking. Usually easy listening music and
or Jazz standards. Emphasis here is on the guests and bridal party. Possible receiving line.

The TOAST the Best Man can use D.J. Microphone (if desired)

FIRST DANCE A requested slow song for the bride and groom to dance to: D.J. will announce to guests
when this is beginning. Then the parents are asked to join the Bride and Groom and then the Bridal Party
follows. This first dance segment of reception can be done any way that you wish. Here the music can become
more uptempo to get the party into high gear while the dance floor is already filled with the Bridal Party. (see list)
Father/Daughter Dance (optional) The bride dances with her father and sometimes the Groom may dance with
his mother or any other variation that might apply. (see list)

CUTTING OF THE CAKE The guests attention is directed towards the Bride and groom as they cut the cake.
Music must be very quiet or off in the event that there are toasts or important dialogue between bride and groom
as they feed each other the cake.

BOUQUET TOSS All the single ladies are requested to join in to catch the bouquet. D.J. can give a count to three
in coordination with the photographer.

GARTER TOSS All the single men are requested to join in to catch the garter. The Groom usually removes the
garter from the Bride to fun background music or drum rolls. The garter is then thrown to a count of three making
sure photographer gets these important pictures. Here it is good to announce that a picture will be taken of the
recipients of garter & bouquet. Sometimes the garter is put on the leg of the receiver of the bouquet by the male
that caught the garter while the guests applaud.

(Optional) MONEY DANCE or (Honeymoon Dance) Series of slow dances while dancers pin money onto bride
and groom (Traditional)

FAREWELL DANCE Guests are asked to form a circle around bride and groom as they dance. This can be a very
emotional ending to an exciting day.

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Experience - Camelot Party Music has performed well over 600
weddings in the S.F. Bay area. I will personally be the one provid-
ing the music for you. A good DJ should be able to determine what
music is best to play by observing the group before him. I always
bring all of of the music to be able to please all types of musical
tastes. And this includes asking for and being ready to play those
special requests.