Discover how Alaska's Most Experienced Wedding Entertainment Specialists Can Make Your Wedding Reception Romantic, Fun and Worry Free!

Congratulations on your engagement!  I would like to welcome you to Alaska Professional Entertainment, and to tell you first of all that it is an honor and a privilege to help you create an unforgettable, fun, and unique Wedding Reception that truly reflects your style and personality.  We take that privilege seriously, and promise to make the entire process worry - free and fun!

"They were so wonderful at our wedding and made it more special with the extra's we didn't expect. They organized the entire event and knew exactly what to play when we didn't. Our families were really pleased with the entire evening. I would highly recommend A.P.E. to anyone who wants to ensure that their wedding goes off without a hitch!"

Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Acosta - Six Mile Chalet, Elmendor AFB, Alaska

The key to a smooth wedding reception is all in the details and planning:

There are DJ's doing weddings that do not understand the importance of being properly prepared.  They go out there as “just the music” and treat each wedding like the last 20 they did and run into problems. We have helped hundreds of couples create unique, memorable and fun celebrations for them and their families. We use our experience to help you plan your reception and create a personalized celebration that is as unique as your relationship. We offer completely personalized, custom wedding entertainment. No two weddings are alike, and we can usually design a program to fit most budgets.

You can make your wedding reception the best ever.

When you understand how important a role your entertainment plays in the success of the entire reception!

We understand that for most people, choosing entertainment is often difficult and confusing, yet the most important decision you will make for your wedding reception. Since everyone claims to be "the best", how can you really find out who is good, and who is amateur? For a once in a lifetime event like a wedding reception, you need to start with a professional. Don't take chances with a friend who should be a guest or a relative with an iPod and a huge music collection. Although people mean well, many lack the experience or skill in music programming and wedding protocol that will not prepare them to handle unexpected details and create a fun and inviting event.

  1. I recommend you start with a wedding specialist.  A DJ from a club or school dance may be great, but they're not necessarily right for your wedding.

  2. Meet with the DJ Company.  This is not a decision that can be made over the phone.  You must be sure you are comfortable with the DJ's style and see if it is a good match for you. After all, they will be representing you at your wedding reception.

  3. Then, check the history and background of the DJ Company.  Do they have references?  And don't just take their word for it, call several of their references and find out WHY the client loved their DJ.

  4. Don't make the mistake of choosing a DJ by price alone.  If the DJ is not a good fit, but the right price, it won't matter a bit if he ruins your special day that you spent big money and many months planning.

UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF THE DJ AND EMCEE???

Since the DJ you hire will bear the responsibility of over 80% of the success of your wedding reception, it is easy to see how important it is to choose wisely.  The DJ can be considered “The Entertainment Director”.  A common misconception is that the DJ is just “the music”, but in reality, the DJ must perform several duties. 

Duties of your DJ include:

  • Meeting with the Bride, Groom, and Family Members during the planning process
  • Creating The Timeline & Agenda for the Reception
  • Coordinating the Flow of the Reception with Photographers, Caterer, and other Vendors
  • Programming and Proper Timing of Music and take Requests
  • Creating A Fun and Personalized Dance Environment
  • Performing Dances and Interaction at the Level you Request

The Master of Ceremony Duties:                                                                                          

  • Have extensive knowledge of wedding protocol and ethnic traditions
  • Organizing the wedding party for introductions with correct pronunciation of names
  • Creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere for guests uopn their arrival
  • Delivering announcements that excite and motivate your guests
  • Introducing family members and speakers with dignity and confidence
  • Entertain your guests with unique stories and facts about your relationship
  • Work closely with all of your vendors to create a once in a lifetime experience

Interesting Wedding Statistics  

AFTER THE VOWS...

  • 72% of all brides say they would have spent more time choosing their reception entertainment.
  • Almost 100% say they would have spent more of their budget on the entertainment.
  • During wedding planning, Brides say their highest priority is their attire, followed by the reception site and caterer - reception entertainment is among the least of their priorities. Within one week after their reception, 78% of Brides say they would have made the entertainment their highest priority!
  • When asked 81% of guests say the thing they remember most about a wedding is the entertainment.
  • 65% of all couples that chose a band to entertain at their wedding, said, if they had it to do over again, they would have chosen a wedding entertainment specialist.

Other Items to Note:


Wedding Entertainment rates vary based on talent, experience, speaking ability, service, coordination, equipment needed, music knowledge, mixing ability and personality.

 

The Entertainment Company you select will be taking on the responsibility of over 80% of the success of your party and often gets paid less than 5% of the total budget (based on the average $25,000.00 Wedding, 5% would equal $1250.00), yet if the entertainer is a poor performer, has outdated equipment and music or worse, doesn't show up, your entire investment is wasted, not just 5%.

Rates for the DJ industry vary greatly, ranging from $450.00 to $3,500.00 with an average of $1,400.00 for a six hour wedding. The best price is not always the best deal, especially if you are planning a wedding. As a matter of fact, surveys conclude that nearly 100% of brides would have spent more money on their entertainment and made it their #1 priority in hindsight.


A full-service entertainment company will normally invest 12 to 40 hours to your special event but it may appear that you are only paying for "6 hours".

Consultations, reception planning, music programming, editing, equipment preparation, set-up and tear-down, vendor coordination, education and other business related endeavors add up to the overall success of your special occasion.

Don't take our word for it!

Here is what Alaska's Bride & Groom's are saying about APE?

"The wedding was great! Thank you so much for all the work you put into it!!! Everyone really enjoyed the love story and the games!!! You really did a wonderful job with the whole night!!! Thanks for being so flexable! You really made the night go smooth!!"

Tom & Kathy Bladen - Six Mile Chalet, Elmendorf AFB, Alaska

"As the bride, I was in a daze most of the evening and stopped thinking at the alter.

You pulled the entertainment together so smoothly and with great humor!

Everybody had so much fun! I only wish I the ceremony was earlier

so we could have had more time for dancing!!!"

Sharmaine Vestal - Alaska Native Heritage Center, Anchorage, Alaska

"Thank you for all your help in planning and taking care of the details.

Everyone has been raving about the DJ and MC at our wedding"

Penny Scales - Alpenglow Ski Chalet, Anchorage, Alaska

"Everything was perfect! Especially if you have a theme like our Irish Wedding."

Jack & Jerri Sedio - Mt. Charleston Resort, Nevada

"Thank you for everything! The ceremony and reception was terrific.

We appreciate everything you did for Drew & I"

Christina & Drew Harrower - Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum, Anchorage, Alaska

 

When we say it is an honor and privilege to help you on your special day, we mean it.

If your ready for a FREE NO OBLIGATION CONSULTATION, please call me at 907-563-6553

We will talk about your reception in detail, answer any questions you have and you will learn...

  • How we take 3 words from you and turn it into your ultimate wedding celebration.
  • How we use properly timed music to make your guests want to dance all night!
  • How we entertain EVERYONE of ALL AGES.
  • The one thing you can do after the introductions to make your reception ultra-special.

Call today and receive a special gift

Just for picking up the phone and scheduling an appointment

I will give you my free special report titled:

"The 10 misconceptions of hiring a wedding DJ"

This reports are a MUST read before you hire any wedding DJ!!!

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