TOP 5 REASONS WHY LIVE MUSIC IS ALWAYS BETTER THAN A DJ:
or Why Doesn't the Symphony Hire a Principal DJ?
OK . . . so I am biased. I've spent hours and hours practicing my instruments and I've spent thousands of dollars on my education. I could come up with 20 Reasons. But I'll start with 5.
1. CLASSIER: The right band adds a certain amount of class to any event. A pianist playing a Grand Piano in a tuxedo of any event adds romance and dignity. A DJ behind a record player never will be able to produce that effect.
When you hire a live band or musician, you are telling your customers and friends, "I am a class act."
2. VERSATILITY: DJS are limited by their recorded product and tempos on the recordings.
Musicians will adjust to their surroundings. If the dance floor is packed, a band can keep the song going and will not be limited to the length of the original recording.
A musician can also change his tempo to the activities in a room. When I see a romantic couple dancing to Frank Sinatra tune, I will frequently add that spark that I feel for my wife.
Granted, a DJ may have a repertoire that is only limited by the amount of CDs they buy. But a good musician knows thousands of songs.
I know I have probably forgotten more songs than I learned over the years. You will love watching the band 'fake' their way through a tune they haven't played in years.
That kind of spontaneity is only possible when you use live music instead of a DJ. Which brings us to Reason #3 . . . .
3. PEOPLE LOVE TO SEE OTHER PEOPLE SCREW UP: Let's face it. Musicians are human beings. We make mistakes like everybody else. Why is American Idol so popular? Because we all want to see someone fail. And succeed!
Your friends and customers will love to try and "stump the band" when we're playing at your Sales Event or Product Rollout. (Watch their amazement when we succeed.)
Music is a Manifestation of Emotion.
The feeling must always override the Technique
- Jan Hammer (Keyboards for Mahavishnu Orchestra and Jeff Beck)
4. INTIMACY: There is something very intimate about seeing someone play an instrument and create music on the spot. Music is magical. It is almost surreal. Can a DJ play with emotion? Intimacy?
People love to watch my hands as I play the piano. It is as if the music appears out of nowhere. When a musician performs for you, it feels like they are creating just for you -- right on the spot. Magical!
5. INTERACTION: Not only will a great entertainer adjust his performance to a live audience. A live band will interact with each other onstage. A DJ is only one person. Surely a DJ can and will interact with his audience. But a good musician will interact so much better.
Also, just imagine the added dimension a live band will bring to your next Corporate Event. A live band will interact with your audience AND the musicians in the band. If you've ever had the pleasure of listening to a group of musicians 'hang out' after the gig, you know what I am saying is true. A DJ has only an audience for interaction.
Music is truly the universal language. It transcends any barrier -- geographic, cultural or economic. Hiring the right Musical Act will enhance your ability to reach your customers and clients. |
