Long over due for a mix, I decided to release something a little different to my other mixes. This mix starts off with a little Progressive House and then starts to hit a little harder hitting than the rest of my other mixes. Perfect for you high energy dancers. Hope you like it!

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For most girls, a Quinceanera is the most important time of their lives next to her wedding. This special event has been around the latin culture for hundreds of years and is a celebration of a young girl’s coming of age. With time the celebration has evolved so how you celebrate your Quinceanera is really up to you. We’ve put together a list of 10 tips we think you’ll find valuable and will help you organize your big day.

1. Set a Date – Start planning your event with ample time. We suggest  10-12 months prior to the date and start making a list of what you’ll need. You may also want to discuss the budget at this time so you have an idea on what to start looking for.
2. Book the Venues – At this time, you’ll want to book the church first and then the venue where the reception will be held. When booking the reception site, you’ll want to keep in mind the number of guests you’ll be inviting to ensure that the venue can accommodate your guests. Also, are they within your budget? You’ve got the biggest part done, now come the details.
3. Choose your Participants – Who is going to be part of your court / corte de honor? Who will be your sponsors / padrinos (if any)? You’ll want to ask these important people to be part of your celebration with plenty of time so that they make arrangements to be there and if you’ll be having traditional sponsors/padrinos, discuss the budget as well. Start practicing the vals/waltz.
4. Vendor Search – At this time you’ll want to search for the vendors that you’ll want working at your event. Make sure that you interview your DJ, photographer, videographer, caterer, baker, choreographer, etc. Make a list of valid questions and ask away. You want to make sure that you choose the right vendors for your event. Oh, don’t forget to look for your dress!
5. Flowers vs Balloons – Can’t afford too many flowers? Use balloons to cover empty space. Balloons are a more economical way to decorate your event. The right mix of both will make a huge difference.
6. Personalize your Event – In order t make your event more personal, you can do different things from creating a theme to creating your own invitations and party favors. Now, you don’t have to make everything yourself, so don’t worry. Usually someone “knows someone” that is on the creative side and can help. If not then have a small “party” and have your court or sponsors help you make them!
7. Creating a Mood – Consider what type of mood you want to set. Do you want an elegant night or do you want something fun and colorful? Lighting can help tremendously. Uplighting can set an elegant mood at dinner time to party time or it can transform your night from elegant to a fun and vibrant night. You can also personalize your event further by projecting your name in lights!
8. Coordinate the Night – Now that you’ve got the venues and decor out the way, it’s time to coordinate the night’s timeline. If planned ahead of time, this will prevent any last minute stress or mishaps. An event planner can help you with your event but if it’s not in your budget to hire a planner then, ask your DJ! The DJ is usually the center of the entire event and can help you with coordinating the events and your vendors as well.
9. Rehearsal – Make sure you go through your list to make sure you’ve got everything in order. One of the last things to do at this point is to have a rehearsal of what the night is going to look like. From the moment you’re introduced to the moment you’ll be having the father/daughter dance. It helps everyone get rid of last minute anxieties.
10. Final Tip – This is one of the most important tips we have for you so try to remember it on your big day. Don’t forget to SMILE and have a great time! All the hard work is done and now it’s your time to enjoy yourself. You’ll want to smile because everyone is going to be taking pictures of you and you’re going to see family members and friends gather together to see YOU!

We hope that this list of tips helps you with your event. We know there is more to it than these ten items so if you have any questions or we can help you in any way, please contact us. We can help you put your timeline together and get your night organized. Ready to start planning? Let us help you!

Why is event or wedding coordination so important? It can save you lots of frustration! Usually at your typical wedding, you hire various vendors (DJ, photographer, videographer, caterer, musicians, etc.) to work at your reception. On average, the typical wedding reception lasts around 6 hours long and you usually hire your vendors for a certain amount of time. If the vendor needs to stay longer for whatever reason, you’re usually charged an overtime fee. Now, unless you have a money tree growing in your backyard, that fee may not be convenient for you especially if you’ve got several vendors charging you overtime at the same time. I’m sure you could use that extra money on the honeymoon right? That’s where your coordinator comes into play.

Have you ever been to a wedding where everything seems a little unorganized and everyone seems to be running around and look a little lost? Have you witnessed a DJ start playing a song and somebody runs towards him and says “No not yet!”? Having the right coordinator can help your event flow much smoother and will seamlessly transition one point of the night to the next. Your coordinator should also have the right experience and knowledge to know how to deal with any circumstance that may present itself unexpectedly. How much does a coordinator cost you ask? Depending on the coordinator, it can run you from a couple hundred dollars to a few thousand.

What’s my point? At this time, Saenz Entertainment is offering to coordinate your wedding at no additional cost. Why? We want your event to be well organized and to run as smooth as possible so that you, the bride and groom, enjoy your special day and focus on the most important thing that night…each other. We stay in constant contact with your vendors so that everyone knows exactly what’s going on and what to expect next. We also realize that by making your night the best it can be, we not only save you costly overtime fees, but we also have the opportunity of making clients for life. That means you! We want your repeat business and yes we even want to service your family and friends. So that means giving you the best service possible and making your event as successful as possible. Either way, you win! Want more information or need to book our services? Send us a message via our contact tab. We’re looking forward to serving you!

Here’s a little something for you to start your summer off right. My newest mix “Memorial Day Weekend Mix 2011″ is available on iTunes now and as always, it’s FREE! I decided to make it a little different this time so besides Dance music, it also has a little Hip-Hop with tracks from Usher, Pitbull, Tiesto, Lil Jon, 50 cent & more! Hope you enjoy.

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1. What sets them apart from the other guys?

2. What have past clients of theirs said about them?

3. How responsive were they when I brought up my concerns?

4. Did they ask ME any questions?

5. Are they willing to follow-up with me before the wedding date to ensure an accurate timeline, etc?

Of course these are only a few things to keep in mind but one important aspect of the consultation, or interview, is did you have chemistry? What I mean by that is, did you make a “connection” with them? This is something that is very important to me because if you don’t make that “connection” with someone you might often feel like you’re just another gig to them. Although I do take this part of the hiring process serious and I am cordial, I also like to make my clients feel comfortable and encourage any and all types of questions. Hiring a DJ is a tough decision and with all that you have to deal with before and during your special day, you’re going to want a reliable DJ that’s going to pay attention to every detail you specify. If you want someone to “care” about your vision and your expectations, I’ll be happy to talk to you.

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Now booking for Spring & Summer! It’s still winter but the warm weather is definitely on it’s way. Start planning for any events that may be coming up this Spring (or Summer) and give me a call for any: Weddings, Quinceaneras, Sweet 16s, graduations, birthday parties, college/high school functions, banquets, company events, & more! Let’s talk about your event(s) and discuss the great possibilities. Spring and Summer weekends book fast so don’t wait!

Here is a great video with tips on choosing the right DJ for your event. It gives you a great overview of the business and basically what to look for. I hope you find it useful and it helps you make the right decision for you.

Rave ‘N’ Roll is a mix of House music with lots of beats that should have you nodding your head and tapping your feet. House is my favorite type of music because there are so many different types of ways to express yourself with this music. If you’re in a happy mood, party mood, mellow mood, or just in a groovy mood all together. I hope you enjoy this mix. Be on the lookout for more mixes to come: Hip-Hop, Rock en Espanol, Disco, 80′s, & more!

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By popular demand, I’ve made another mix of club music. It’s up-beat music you can find in the clubs or on the radio. If you haven’t checked it out yet, download it on Beezo.net or iTunes for free!

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