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First Dance Feature – Alia & Daniel

Thursday, April 28th, 2011

Some first dances combine flashy moves with a sweet tune.

During the lessons Alia and Daniel took, they choreographed their steps to Michael Jackson’s “The Way You Make Me Feel.” They must have practiced lots and lots – the resulting first dance was absolutely sensational!

Read more about Alia and Daniel’s fun wedding planned by Amy Jones of Engaging Affairs at the Mandarin Oriental.

Alia & Daniel’s first dance, DJ Chris Laich Music Services, image Leigh Taylor

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Father-Daughter Dance Feature – Hilary

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

A father-daughter dance is by no means a requirement at a wedding. At Chris Laich Music Services, we’ve definitely deejayed our share of celebrations without one!

If you are planning to have a father-daughter dance, choosing the song can feel just as difficult as making your first dance tune selection. Similar to the first dance, the choice you make is entirely personal – there’s no real right or wrong.

We thought it might help planning couples to consider their options by sharing what others have chosen.

Hilary and Garth’s entire wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens was special, but when Hilary danced with her father to “My Little Girl” by Tim McGraw, it was a really sweet moment.

With lyrics like this, it’s almost impossible not to get a little choked up!

“You’re beautiful baby from the outside in Chase your dreams but always know the road that’ll lead you home again Go on, take on this whole world But to me you know you’ll always be, my little girl.”

Hilary’s father-daughter dance at her Meadowlark Gardens wedding, image by Julie Napear

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First Dance Feature – Kelly & David

Thursday, April 14th, 2011

Remember Kelly and David’s vintage-inspired wedding at The Top of the Hay?

This couple’s eclectic, retro aesthetic influenced everything – including the music! After cocktails, when Kelly and David were introduced as a couple, we played hip-hop artist Lupe Fiasco’s “Superstar”.

Then they took the floor to ‘60s crooner Bobby Darrin’s classic “I’m Beginning to See the Light”!

Kelly & David’s Wedding at The Top of The Hay, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image - Procopio Photography

See more first dance songs!

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Wedding at DC’s Mandarin Oriental – Alia & Daniel

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011

With the help of wedding planner Amy Jones of Engaging Affairs, Alia and Daniel put themselves into every detail of their unforgettable night!

Alia & Daniel’s Mandarin Oriental wedding: planner- Amy Jones, Engaging Affairs, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Leigh Taylor

The energy that night at the Mandarin Oriental was already off the charts as Alia and Daniel were escorted into the ballroom by a Zafe band. So, when they wowed us with a choreographed first dance to Michael Jackson’s “The Way You Make Me Feel,” it was sensational!

Alia & Daniel’s Mandarin Oriental wedding: planner- Amy Jones, Engaging Affairs, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Leigh Taylor

Later in the evening, everyone had a blast watching a belly dancer perform while the Zafe band played. After that, they were more than ready to celebrate! The crowd exploded onto the dance floor for a crazy dance party, rocking out all night to music by Journey, The Commodores, The Four Seasons, Ke$ha, Usher, House of Pain, Jay-Z, Lady Gaga, Enrique Iglesias, Justin Timberlake, Outkast, Rob Base, DJ Kook, Miley Cyrus, and some cool Bhangra music!

Alia & Daniel’s Mandarin Oriental wedding: planner- Amy Jones, Engaging Affairs, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Leigh Taylor

To cap everything off, Alia and Daniel had a glittering sparkler send-off surrounded by their friends and family. It was a spectacular night! Thank goodness they had the best videographer in town, Blue Sky Films, and photographer Leigh Taylor to document their event.

Alia & Daniel’s Mandarin Oriental wedding: planner- Amy Jones, Engaging Affairs, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Leigh Taylor

Congratulations to Amy Jones for executing such a marvelous wedding, and best wishes to Alia and Daniel!

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Wedding at Meadowlark Gardens – Hilary & Garth

Tuesday, April 5th, 2011

Hilary and Garth planned their wedding at Meadowlark Gardens all the way from Utah. Organizing a wedding is never easy, but doing it from across the country…we feel tired just thinking about it!

Hilary & Garth’s wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Julie Napear

After all that work, on their December 4 wedding day, Hilary and Garth were more than ready to celebrate! Following their cocktail hour, the bridal party was announced to The Cure’s “Just like Heaven,” while the couple waited their turn in the wings.

Hilary & Garth’s wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Julie Napear

Before they knew it, Hilary and Garth were center stage dancing to Shania Twain’s “Still the One” as husband and wife. Once the dinner plates were cleared, everyone flooded the dance floor for a huge dance party! To keep the crowd going, we played tracks from Glenn Miller, Otis Knight, ABBA, Madonna, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Beyonce, Black Eyed Peas, Shakira, Usher, and Pink.

Hilary & Garth’s wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Julie Napear

To cap off an amazing night, Hilary and Garth were sent off by their friends and family with a glittering shower of bubbles! Best wishes, Hilary and Garth, and many thanks to Julie Napear for sharing her amazing photos of their wedding!

Hilary & Garth’s wedding at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services, image – Julie Napear

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First Dance Feature – Courtney & Jeff

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

A non-traditional song choice doesn’t mean it is strange, especially when it suits your style.

When Courtney and Jeff hit the dance floor at Halcyon House for the first time as husband and wife, it was to Al Green’s “Love and Happiness.” Al Green is one of their favorite artists, and they wanted a song that they could groove to!

Read more about Courtney and Jeff’s wedding, or other couples’ first dance songs.

Courtney & Jeff at the Halcyon House

Courtney & Jeff’s First dance, DJ- Chris Laich Music Services, images by Delia Sullivan

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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, 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, 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, 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, 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!

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Wedding at The Top of The Hay

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Last week, we shared details on the set up of our wireless Bose speakers and DJ equipment at one of DC’s most fashionable event venues, the Top of the Hay. It’s such a magical space that we’ve been waiting to see professional pictures from the weddings we’ve been a part of since its renovation. We were so excited when Procopio Photography posted these!

The Top of the Hay’s beautiful space and spectacular views of the White House were a stunning backdrop to this couple’s wedding, from cake cutting to the celebration on the dance floor.

To see more images of this wedding at the Top of the Hay, visit Procopio Photography’s blog!

Wedding at the Top of the Hay, DJ – Chris Laich Music Services – images by Procopio Photography

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DJ Set Up at in the Old Ebbitt Grill’s Atrium

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

Old Ebbitt Grill has been a part of Washington, DC since 1856!

Its original location somewhere near Chinatown is long gone, but its current location in the Beaux-Arts building on 15th Street retains its DC landmark character. Known as a great place for dinner, drinks, or to enjoy oysters, Old Ebbitt Grill is also a great place for an event, offering several areas that can accommodate a private celebration, including a rooftop terrace and an atrium.

With a high ceiling, wall-to-wall marble floors, a scattering of palm trees and large central fountain, the Atrium is an impressive space. However, the very things that make it beautiful add to the challenge of getting sound just right. Arranging things so every song and speech is heard clearly without getting lost in the ambient sound takes experience and quality equipment. Fortunately, Chris Laich Music Services has both. Recently, we were at Old Ebbitt Grill for an event, and took a moment to take a couple pictures (see below) of our wireless Bose speakers set up in the Atrium before getting to work!

Chris Laich Music Services DJ set up in the Atrium at the Old Ebbitt Grill

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Hilton Alexandria Old Town – Wedding DJ Set Up

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

Old Town Alexandria has got to be one of the most charming areas outside of Washington, DC to get married! The pleasant streets and historic buildings provide great atmosphere, while its proximity to the city make Old Town a haven for some really great hotels. One of which is the Hilton Alexandria Old Town.

Right in the heart of Old Town, the Hilton has a handsome ballroom made for an elegant wedding reception. Throughout the hotel, there are various event spaces for cocktails, along with a pretty little courtyard perfect for an outdoor ceremony.

The courtyard is an unexpected gem, and when Chris Laich Music Services is managing the music and sound for events there, we work hard to keep the ambiance intimate. Our wireless Bose speakers keep us out of sight while providing perfect, natural sound.

We were at the Hilton Alexandria Old Town recently and snuck a few shots of our equipment set up in their courtyard so you could have a look (below)!

Hilton Alexandria Old Town outdoor ceremony, Chris Laich Music Services wireless Bose speaker set up

Chris Laich Music Services equipment set up, outdoor wedding ceremony at the Hilton Alexandria Old Town

outdoor ceremony at the Hilton Alexandria Old Town, Chris Laich Music Services DJ Set Up

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Posts Tagged ‘Washington DC Wedding’

First Dance Feature – Alia & Daniel

Father-Daughter Dance Feature – Hilary

First Dance Feature – Kelly & David

Wedding at DC’s Mandarin Oriental – Alia & Daniel

Wedding at Meadowlark Gardens – Hilary & Garth

First Dance Feature – Courtney & Jeff

Wedding at Halcyon House – Kevin & Melissa

Wedding at The Top of The Hay

DJ Set Up at in the Old Ebbitt Grill’s Atrium

Hilton Alexandria Old Town – Wedding DJ Set Up

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