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Mandarin Oriental DC – Dj Set Up

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

As a DC wedding venue, the unique ambiance, talented staff, and award-wining food at the Mandarin Oriental easily place it at the top.

Deejaying weddings at the Mandarin is always a great experience because of its talented event and catering team. Plus the hotel has such a sophisticated, chic vibe, it’s hard not to feel as though special things happen there!

 

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Though the Mandarin’s ballroom is amazing on its own, couples often use lighting effects to add to the drama. When setting up our equipment and Bose wireless speakers, we’re careful to coordinate with the lighting or design element team. Our goal is always to ensure excellent sound…and preserve our client’s vision of what their day should look like. To see what we mean, have a look at our set-up shots from a recent wedding at the Mandarin below.

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Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up at the Mandarin Oriental

Wireless Bose speakers, boutique corporate and wedding DJ

Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up at the Mandarin Oriental

 Wireless Bose speakers, boutique corporate and wedding DJ

Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up at the Mandarin Oriental

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Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up at the Mandarin Oriental

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Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up at the Mandarin Oriental

Chris Laich Music Services DJ, Mandarin Oriental DC, Washington DC DJ, Wireless Bose speakers, boutique corporate and wedding DJ

Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up at the Mandarin Oriental

Chris Laich Music Services DJ, Mandarin Oriental DC, Washington DC DJ, Wireless Bose speakers, boutique corporate and wedding DJ

Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up at the Mandarin Oriental

Sample of Chris Laich Music Service’s Sound

Thursday, August 4th, 2011

Remember how we raved about the fun all of us at Chris Laich Music Services had deejaying the 2011 Washingtonian Best Of Party?

We wanted to share a little of that night with you! So, in the sound clip below, straight from the 2011 Washingtonian Best Of Party is a sample of the event’s music and our unique deejaying style.

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Wedding at The Top of the Hay – Allison & David

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011

May 29 found us at the Top of the Hay for Allison and David’s wedding ceremony and celebration. We were honored to be a part of their day and thrilled to work with their other wedding professionals. Allison and David chose the Top of the Hay (one of the best sites in DC, not least because of Alison, its super Director of Catering), Kendall’s Cakes, Helen Olivia Flowers, and amazing photographer Michelle Cross.

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Allison & David’s wedding at the Top of the Hay, images – Michelle Cross Photography, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, flowers – Helen Olivia

It was a FANTASTIC party! First, we spun songs the father of the groom selected for a customized cocktail hour, including some Frank, Oscar, Nat, and Louis. Next, Allison and David took to the floor for their first dance as husband and wife while we played “I Need Your Love So Bad” by Little Willy John.

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Allison and David’s wedding at the Top of the Hay, images  – Michelle Cross Photography, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, flowers – Helen Olivia, wedding cake – Kendall’s Cakes

Then, it was time for toasts, and, truly, they were perhaps the best we had heard this year!

Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, the crowd was all about getting down. Allison and David’s wedding turned into a GREAT dance bash that all kicked off with the Hora. These guests went crazy for Bruce Springsteen and newer top 40 tunes for sure!

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Allison and David’s wedding at the Top of the Hay, images  – Michelle Cross Photography, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, flowers – Helen Olivia

Best wishes, Allison and David!

Bolger Center Wedding – DJ Set Up

Wednesday, June 15th, 2011

Nestled in Potomac, Maryland, the Bolger Center is an event venue and wedding weekend retreat all rolled into one.

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With handsome grounds, an on-site hotel and a choice of two spacious, modern ballrooms, one of which has a spectacular stained glass wall, the Bolger Center offers a lot to couples looking for a unique place to celebrate.

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Bolger Center grounds

Between the high ceilings and square footage, calibration is key. Spacing equipment too far apart or too close together can spell disaster from both aesthetic and sound points of view. By placing our Bose wireless speakers at just the right intervals, we’re able to meet our standard of professional and customer experience excellence.

To see what we mean, have a look at the images below of the Chris Laich Music Services DJ set-up from our last visit to the Bolger Center.

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wedding at the Bolger Center, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at the Bolger Center, DJ  - Chris Laich Music Services, maryland wedding venue

wedding at the Bolger Center, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at the Bolger Center, DJ  - Chris Laich Music Services, potomac maryland, washington DC event venue

wedding at the Bolger Center, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services

McLean Hilton Wedding – DJ Set Up

Wednesday, June 8th, 2011

Boasting Härth, a new seasonally grown, locally sourced restaurant, and a recently renovated lobby, the McLean Hilton in Tysons Corner is a sophisticated event venue.

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Stylish, versatile and convenient, this hotel is also a great place for a wedding!

Recently, Chris Laich Music Services was at the McLean Hilton to help a couple celebrate their marriage. Using our wireless Bose speakers, we made sure every speech was heard and the dance floor kept moving…while remaining as invisible as possible.

Below are a few shots of our speaker and equipment set up during cocktails and the reception. If you’d like to see more set-ups in DC-area wedding sites, visit our Washington, DC Event Venues section.

 

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Virgina, Wedding DJ - Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Virgina, Wedding DJ – Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Tysons Corner Virgina, Wedding DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Virgina, Wedding DJ – Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Tysons Corner Virgina, Wedding DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Virgina, Wedding DJ – Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Tysons Corner Virgina, Wedding DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at McLean Hilton, Virgina, Wedding DJ – Chris Laich Music Services

Newseum – Wedding DJ Set Up

Wednesday, June 1st, 2011

Sleek, modern, and very cool, the Newseum is a unique wedding venue sure to keep guests talking long after the celebration!

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Sitting at Pennsylvania Avenue and Sixth Street, the Newseum is in the heart of the city, offers incredible views of DC landmarks like the Capitol, and boasts Wolfgang Puck as its in-house caterer. At the Newseum, there’s no shortage of options. From fantastic outdoor terraces perfect for a top of the city ceremony to a variety of indoor spaces, this venue has it all. One of our favorite aspects is the incredible events staff who always make being a part of a wedding team at the Newseum a pleasure.


With its high ceilings and glass, the Newseum presents a few sound challenges, but those are easily overcome using our Bose wireless speakers and years of expertise. Check out below a recent wedding Chris Laich Music Services was a part of to see how we work on site, or learn more in our Event Venues section.

Wedding at Washington DC's Newseum - event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at Washington DC’s Newseum – event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at Washington DC's Newseum - event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at Washington DC’s Newseum – event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at Washington DC's Newseum - event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at Washington DC’s Newseum – event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at Washington DC's Newseum - event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Wedding at Washington DC’s Newseum – event DJ, Chris Laich Music Services

Behind the {Wedding} Music – Christine & Jason

Thursday, May 5th, 2011

Almost every aspect of a couple’s wedding reflects who they are. Personality is expressed trough the invitation, cake, décor, stationery…and, of course, the ambiance heavy hitter, music!

In addition to their first dance, father/daughter, and mother/son song choices, many of our clients add one of a kind, memorable flavor with music meaningful to them.

When Christine and Jason were planning their wedding, they knew they wanted to honor their Italian heritage with traditional Italian music. We were only too happy to oblige! So, after the guests enjoyed dinner, we kicked things off with a Tarantella, a traditional Italian folk dance. The floor was swamped in a flash, and the dancing didn’t stop until the end of the night!

We’ll be sharing more of how our couples personalized their wedding playlists, so check back soon for our next Behind the (Wedding) Music!

Christine & Jason, image by Elaine Studley

Christine & Jason’s wedding at the Fairmont, DJ Chris Laich Music Services,  image by Elaine Studley

Christine & Jason, image by Elaine Studley

Christine & Jason’s wedding at the Fairmont, DJ Chris Laich Music Services, image by Elaine Studley

Christine & Jason, image by Elaine Studley

Christine & Jason’s wedding at the Fairmont, DJ Chris Laich Music Services, image by Elaine Studley

Corporate Executive Board Employee Event

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

Corporate Executive Board provides resources, tools and support to business executives across the globe. In short, the company is a font of knowledge for those in the business world.

They also know a lot about throwing a great bash!

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employee appreciation event at the Corporate Executive Board

A few weeks ago, Chris Laich Music Services was asked to deejay an employee appreciation event at their Arlington, VA headquarters. To give their space a cool Hollywood feel to go with their ‘red carpet’ theme, the Corporate Executive Board brought in lounge furniture, stocked their open bar with swanky cocktails, and had an area for photos!

We added color to all that ambiance with a mix of club and pop music throughout two floors using 10 of our wireless Bose speakers.

It looked like everyone had a blast, and so did we!

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employee appreciation event at the Corporate Executive Board

Junior League of Washington’s Tossed & Found Event

Tuesday, April 19th, 2011

The Junior League of Washington’s (JLW) annual Spring fundraiser Tossed & Found is a great event! Held at the Crystal City Shops, it’s like a three-day estate sale, except all the proceeds benefit literacy programs.

To kick off Tossed & Found, there was an auction and preview night (this year called Hoops and High Heels) where guests could bid on prizes like Caps tickets or even a $500 certificate toward a bridal gown at Hitched in Georgetown.

Of course, no cocktail party or auction is complete without entertainment, and Chris Laich Music Services was proud to donate both!

Junior League Tossed & Found Event


Wedding at Halcyon House – Kevin & Melissa

Tuesday, March 29th, 2011

You’ve seen the images of our DJ equipment set up for weddings at the Halcyon House, but there’s nothing like pictures from a pro to show off a space. Thanks to Michelle Lindsay, we’ve got some to share!


Melissa & Kevin's wedding at Halycon House, DJ - Chris Laich Music Services, image - Michelle Lindsay

Melissa & Kevin, Halycon House, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Michelle Lindsay

Starting with a beautiful ceremony in the garden, Kevin and Melissa’s wedding at the Halcyon House was gorgeous. After the couple said ‘I do,’ their guests enjoyed cocktails in the garden before marking their way inside for the reception in the house.

Melissa & Kevin's wedding at Halycon House, DJ - Chris Laich Music Services, image - Michelle Lindsay

Melissa & Kevin, Halycon House, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image - Michelle Lindsay

Everyone knew it was going to be an awesome night when the bridal party was introduced to the theme from Superman!

Melissa & Kevin's wedding at Halycon House, DJ - Chris Laich Music Services, image - Michelle Lindsay

Melissa & Kevin, Halycon House, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Michelle Lindsay

Once we played the last songs of the night ( “Beautiful World” by Colin Hay and Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing”), the crowd wasn’t ready to call it a night. Luckily, Melissa and Kevin knew their friends and family would want to keep celebrating, so the couple had organized an after party at Georgetown hot spot Mie N Yu, where we’re sure they shut the place down!

Melissa & Kevin's wedding at Halycon House, DJ - Chris Laich Music Services, image - Michelle Lindsay

Melissa & Kevin, Halycon House, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Michelle Lindsay

Thanks to Michelle Lindsay for sharing her images, and best wishes to Kevin and Melissa!