Cocktail Party Playlist. With The Girls!
The holidays are are coming, and before you jump in to your favorite vat of holiday music, try this cocktail party playlist. Several of our favorite ladies have released some fantastic tracks lately, and we wanted to share them with you. This is our ongoing series of carefully curated cocktail party playlists designed to give you some great ideas for your next gathering.
We call this playlist With The Girls. Come on, who doesn’t want to be with the girls?
Listen to more. Click HERE to go to our Spotify page.
We have a lot of curated playlists to help inspire you when choosing music for your special celebration. You can find them HERE.
Ballroom Blitz at your Columbus Wedding
We love sharing cool new ideas that are designed to make your wedding memorable, fun and stress free. Here is a good one! So many of our couples have asked us for suggestions to manage fun and fast table visits after dinner. We know it can be done, but it can be tricky, that’s for sure.
We were thrilled when our recent couple Micah and Luke brought us the idea of “The Ballroom Blitz”! It worked great, and was really fun for the newlyweds and their guests.
Introducing … “The Ballroom Blitz”!
After dinner, immediately following the toasts, DJ Steve explained the activity to the guests. He let them know that Micah and Luke were so happy to see everyone, and that they were going to make their way around the entire room, stopping by each table to say hello and thank you! He also told the guests what once Micah and Luke completed their rounds, they would be cutting the cake followed shortly by dancing! (*Note: We LOVE to let the guests know what’s happening. It really makes everyone feel part of the fun).
The guests began applauding as DJ Steve said “They’re off!” and played the song “Ballroom Blitz” by Sweet. Because Micah and Luke were 100% committed to this fun idea, it worked perfectly, and everyone had a blast! Everyone understood this was going to be a whirlwind visit, so no one had hurt feelings for a short “hello”. Mission accomplished: each guest and every table got a visit from the bride and groom!
Thank you Micah and Luke for trusting us to make your idea perfect for you and your friends and family. And for letting us share this with others. We will definitely suggest this again!
Looking for other creative and unique ideas for your wedding? Check out our FUN IDEAS.
Thank you Jenna Fisher Photography!
Can you tell that we’re excited?
Night Music DJs Reopening Hilliard Office! We’re happy to announce that beginning May 3rd, we are reopening our Hilliard area office for in person consultations and meetings.
We have really missed the face-to-face visits and planning interactions with our clients and industry friends, and we are thrilled to be able to invite people back to our comfortable office. Of course, we will be following all safety guidelines, so, no worries.
By the way, if a simple phone call or Zoom meeting works better for you, it works better for us. We always want to make things easy for you!
Let’s talk soon ~ Reach out here
Brooke + Troy’s FUN Columbus Wedding Vows.
How about some personalized FUN at your wedding reception?
We love when our clients have creative ideas to personalize their wedding receptions. Helping to create fun and memories is exactly what we do!
Brooke and Troy were planning for their wedding and reception at the beautiful Grand Event Center in Grandview, and they knew they wanted to include their wedding party of best friends in a fun and unique way. Boy, did they ever!
The epic dance party at Brooke + Troy’s wedding
Several months before their wedding, they asked each member of their wedding party this: “If you were going to write the vows for our wedding, what would you write? We need your help!” Brooke and Troy asked their friends to be creative and fun, and not to worry about being too silly or even heartwarming. They love and trust their friends, and were excited for their input.
Their friends actually had fun with this assignment, and forwarded to Brooke and Troy some outrageous, hilarious, and memorable ideas for the couple to use as inspiration when writing their wedding vows. Many months passed as the wedding date drew closer, and most of the wedding party had forgotten exactly what they had written, or had forgotten the “Vow Assignment” completely!
On the day of the wedding, a good friend officiated Brooke and Troy’s wedding ceremony complete with vows they had written themselves. Everyone loved the special moment.
The reception began with a lively cocktail hour, a scrumptious dinner, and a couple of sweet toasts. Now, it was time to begin dancing! But first, Brooke and Troy had a fun moment planned that their guests would not forget!
Everyone LOVED the wedding vows!
Their wedding officiant friend, with some help from DJ Steve, called Brooke and Troy and the entire wedding party to the dance floor. “Before dancing begins, our newlyweds would like to hear their wedding vows one more time!” Then as a surprise, each member of the wedding party was handed the exact vows they had written for Brooke and Troy, and were instructed to read them out loud. The results were hilarious, and incredibly sweet, and memorable. It was a blast – but very moving at the same time! None of the guest will ever forget this special moment!
The dance party kicked off right after that with everyone really ready to celebrate. We loved it! What do you think?
We can help make your Columbus wedding reception successful. We focus on YOUR STYLE – YOUR MUSIC – and YOUR PARTY
Brittany and Grant’s Scioto Reserve wedding.
They did it … they had their EPIC wedding day! Today we look back to Brittany and Grant’s Scioto Reserve wedding. We were so honored to help make their wedding dreams come true!
No Secrets From The DJ
When we have planning sessions with our couples, we always joke “NO secrets from the DJ”! Seriously, the more we know, the better everything will be. So, we talk and listen and really get to know our couples. We encourage them to share inside jokes, family dynamics, special dating memories, and any fun ideas they are imagining for their ceremony or reception. Of course, this is in addition to really understanding their musical tastes of songs and artists they like … and don’t like. When the wedding day arrives, we want our couples to feel 100% confident that we are completely on their side, understand them, and will absolutely work to make everything perfect!
A Clear Vision
Brittany and Grant came to Night Music with a ton of experience attending and being in weddings. They had a very clear vision for the romantic outdoor ceremony and blowout dance party they wanted for their celebration! DJ Jodi was thrilled to take their ideas and dreams, and work with them to plan how it would all come together.
What a blast!
All night the dance floor was PACKED and time flew. This really was a fantastic night, and we are so thankful that Brittany and Grant trusted us to make it all work! You can tell from the pictures that this was an EPIC and unforgettable wedding!
Thank you also Brittany for sharing such a great recap. Keep reading below to enjoy the review that made DJ Jodi blush!
REVIEW:
When DJ really means Divine Jodi
Jodi was nothing short of amazing! We had two meetings with her prior to the wedding. One is normal but we requested a second meeting because we had a few special requests that we needed to discuss with Jodi. She was very generous with her time to hear out our crazy ideas. We wanted to do a basketball theme bridal entrance which meant Jodi would have to play announcer- she did AMAZING and helped us execute perfectly! Next, we did a bridal (money) dance and Jodi explained how the dance worked so that all guests knew what was happening and what they should be doing. Lastly, we asked to do a sprinkle send in (that’s right, not a send off) in the middle of the reception, after the bridal dance and before the evening of dancing began. Jodi warned us that this could be a risky move because guests may end up leaving since they will already be outside, but she encouraged us to go with our “out of the norm” idea as long as the bridal party led the rest of the guests to the dance floor to kick off a night of dancing. I’m glad she expressed her possible concern because it caused us to really think it over. Once we decided to go with it (prior to wedding day), she helped direct guests by explaining what all would be happening during the send in and afterwards on the dance floor. Ultimately, Jodi set expectations for our guests throughout the night and kept them informed. Jodi played only the music we requested (for the dance floor part of the night) and it was amazing! During dinner, I didn’t have a specific list of songs, so she played a delightful mix of classic dinner music. It was nice not having to stress about those songs, she just played what felt right. Once we all hit the dance floor, some people went up to make song suggestions, but she politely declined if it wasn’t something we had on our list for the night. She was always looking out for us! Jodi was very professional and a pleasure to work with. Not to mention a female DJ is bad a$$! My two oldest sisters had Steve (Jodi’s husband) as their wedding DJ. When Steve wasn’t available for our date, we were excited to meet Jodi and let me tell you, it’s no wonder Steve is a great DJ because Jodi was his rockstar teacher! They are a power DJ couple! Thank you Jodi for helping to make our wedding run so smoothly and for cranking out the tunes!
Thanks to Scioto Reserve Country Club and the fantastic Ann Marie. Contact her for YOUR Scioto Reserve wedding. Thanks to pianist Steve Banks for providing cocktail music, and a big thanks to Style and Story for these great images. Use these tools like Brittany and Grant did when planning your wedding.
The Sanctuary On Neil
As proof that good things ARE happening, we are thrilled to share that The Sanctuary on Neil is here!
When we heard that multi-million dollar renovations were beginning at The Sanctuary on Neil, we asked their team if we could have a behind the scenes sneak peak. They were delighted to accommodate our curiosity and quickly arranged it all. We used to live in the area, and we were always fascinated by this beautiful old church.
It’s possible that you’ve passed by this venue, because it sits at the gateway to Victorian Village on the corner of Goodale Street and Neil Avenue. The building features still-gorgeous muted tone stained glass windows throughout. Once inside, you will love the warm and beautiful woodwork featured everywhere. Now… about that location! Your guests will really feel like they are in the middle of the most popular areas of Columbus. Sanctuary on Neil is so close to Goodale Park and the popular Short North Arts District in one direction, and just a couple of blocks from Nationwide Arena, Huntington Park and the Crew Stadium in another direction!
Renovations are underway at The Sanctuary On Neil
Check It Out
The main wedding and receptions areas will be gorgeous with hardwood floors and chandeliers for a modern and elegant feel. And, we love the variety of framed mirrors that are planned to decorate the staircases. This area is spacious enough for 175 guests, with plenty of room to mingle, dine, socialize and dance! We can’t wait.
The Sanctuary On NeilCongratulations to everyone involved in bringing this new venue to Columbus. We’re so excited to work with you and help create amazing weddings and receptions! Check out more Columbus venues HERE
Jorgensen Farms Micro Wedding Special
Imagine your beautiful wedding at Jorgensen Farms. It’s so easy to picture your Happy-Ever-After starting there, because it is such a stunning venue! We are thrilled to partner with our friends at Jorgensen Farms to help create your perfect wedding magic with the just announced Jorgensen Farms Micro Wedding Special!
Night Music DJs and Fizzy Cat Photo Booth are each offering Micro Wedding Packages exclusively for Jorgensen Farms during this very special promotion. Beginning in November, and running until February, you can take advantage of extreme savings while having your wedding and reception at one of Central Ohio’s premiere wedding venues.
Your intimate winter wedding will be the wedding of your dreams if you allow the Night Music experienced DJs to craft the perfect musical soundtrack created just for you! We will provide the highest quality sound for your wedding vows, seamlessly transitioning into socializing during cocktails and dinner, and ending with a fun dance party designed just for you and your friends and family! And, with Fizzy Cat Photo Booth along for the fun, your guests will have a blast taking the highest quality of photos of your special day.
Jorgensen Farms has two beautiful, yet distinctly unique venues at the farm, so, the only question now is … which GORGEOUS Jorgensen Farms venue to choose?
The Historic Barn
The Historic Barn venue is divided into four unique areas. The Potting Shed and Patio welcomes guests onto a cozy brick patio made from reclaimed materials. The Arena provides rustic charm for your wedding or event; the versatile Main Barn post and beam structure offers a unique area for appetizers, indoor dancing, seating and more. The Flower Field stretches across half an acre with expansive flower beds that bloom throughout the seasons, and holds space for maximum seating.
Oak Grove
Oak Grove is one of a kind in Central Ohio. Its historical greenhouse offers a magical open-air experience. Just a few steps from the greenhouse is The Cottage and the Main Hall with a modern glass wall connecting it to the beautiful outdoors. The Open Air Patio and Courtyard catch shade from nearby century-old oak trees and warmth from the fire pit. Grace Pond, a beautiful backdrop for photography, completes the serene atmosphere.
Thanks to Jorgensen Farms for wanting the best for their clients, and partnering with us to create special memories! Please reach out soon via email or phone to check your date, as available dates are limited!
We can’t wait for your wedding!
Cocktails and Music! Try our Rooftop Rosé playlist to relax your soul. A specially curated collection of smooth and hip mod-pop just bubbly enough to ease you through these crazy times.
We imagine enjoying this playlist along with any delicious Rosé, preferably sipped on the highest elevation possible, or simply a patio or deck. Currently, our go-to is Dreaming Tree from Dave Matthews’ Winery. Yeah, THAT Dave Matthews. It’s a dry California Rosé that is soft blush pink in color, with delicate floral and tropical aromas. It is crisp and light in body with fresh, fruity flavors of watermelon, strawberry, and nectarine. Delish!
So, now about that rooftop. Before the pandemic put our social lives on hold, Columbus’ rooftop scene was really starting to flourish. Lincoln Social, RH Rooftop, and Vaso are just a few of our favorites. In fact, if you haven’t checked out Vaso at Bridge Park in Dublin, you definitely should! Our friend DJ Dayna spins the perfect tunes there every Friday night, with great sunset views. While you’re there, stick with our Rosé plan and try their Renaissance Rosé.
Or, simply stay relaxed and safe and do your listening and sipping at home. Put a comfy chair or cozy blanket on the stoop or deck, give yourself a generous “club pour”, hit play on our Rooftop Rosé playlist, and enjoy!
Need more cool tunes? Try Guacamole Mix on for size.
MUSIC AND MICROPHONES TO ENHANCE YOUR WEDDING CEREMONY
Microphones for your wedding ceremony. You have worked hard to plan every detail for your wedding. You’ve spent a lot of creative energy making sure everything will be perfect. Guests have traveled from all over to share in your special day. So let us take care of ensuring that your guests can hear your officiant and your vows! A sound system with strategically placed microphones is key to making sure that everyone at your ceremony can clearly hear every word.
MAKING SURE YOUR GUESTS CAN HEAR YOUR VOWS
At Night Music, we offer a ceremony sound system to address your audio needs. We will place a superior wireless lavalier microphone on your officiant. This tri-directional microphone will not only pick up your officiant, but also you and your spouse as you say your vows to each other. We will put an additional wireless microphone on a stand for any special readings or speeches.
THE PERFECT MUSIC SOUNDTRACK FOR YOUR CEREMONY
Your wedding music selections can be as traditional or as modern as you like … or even a combination of feels and styles to perfectly reflect you and your personalities. When we program the music and DJ your wedding ceremony, we will be responsible for the smooth mixing and timing of your carefully chosen prelude, processional and recessional songs for the perfect soundtrack to your ceremony.
Our RESOURCES page has many good ideas, and is a great place to start when planning your ceremony music. To get you started, here is a sample playlist of some contemporary songs performed by modern instrumental groups. And always, let us know how we can help!
Tyler and Justin’s beautiful gorgeous ceremony above was at Wells Barn at Franklin Park Conservatory. Photos by Nicole Dixon Photographic
Groovy Doodle Dance Party
To help you keep you going, we’ve curated an AWESOME playlist we lovingly call Groovy Doodle. It’s full of classic beats (and a few surprises!) that we know will inspire the dancing spark you might need to add some pizzazz to your day. Enjoy this by yourself, or share the beats!
We miss you, and are looking forward to seeing you really soon on a packed dance floor. In the meantime, don’t forget to turn it up nice and loud.
Thinking about music for your wedding? Check out some of these ideas.
Night Music is a Preferred Vendor
Night Music is proud to be a preferred vendor at many of the city's best event venues. Listed below are just a few of the most spectacular party and reception venues where Night Music is a preferred vendor. Click the venue name to visit their website.
Franklin Park Conservatory
Jorgensen Farms
Retreat 21
Heritage Golf Club
Columbus Museum of Art
The Medallion Club
Athletic Club of Columbus
The Westin Great Southern
Granville Inn
Wedgewood Golf & Country Club
The Exchange At Bridge Park
OSU Faculty Club
Vitria on the Square
Scioto Country Club
Hilton Downtown Columbus
Le Meridien, The Joseph
Swan Lake Event Center
The Blackwell
Understory
East Market Trolly District
The Stack at Municipal Light Plant
Bryn Du Mansion
Tartan Fields Golf Club
The Golf Club at Little Turtle
Ohio Statehouse
High Line Car House
Columbus Country Club
Combustion Brewery
Brookside Country Club
Hilton Columbus at Easton
Jefferson Country Club
Creekside Event Center
Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center
Magnolia Hill Farm
Renaissance Columbus Downtown
The Club at Corazon
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