We are looking forward to working with you at the upcoming wedding ceremony.
- Please meet with the DJ several minutes before the ceremony to do a sound check. The DJ will provide the officiant a lapel mic with a small clip to attach to clothing as close to the head/mouth as possible.
- The transmitter will be able to be clipped onto clothing or slip into an inner coat pocket. It has one small on/off button on top. (Another option would be to clip the mic and transmitter to the small binder/folder that you're reading from.)
- Typically, the officiant will stand in the center facing the audience with the groom on your left and the bride on your right. The groom/bride's voice will be picked up on your mic. If they are reading their own vows, it is possible that we plan for them to hold a mic of their own.
- The officiant should instruct the audience to stand when the bride begins to enter the ceremony. Also, instruct the audience to sit (often following the bride's father's hand-off to the groom) before making your opening statements.
- Typically, the officiant will make a few statements to end the ceremony and the DJ will need to pay close attention in order to plan the recessional song. These three things are very common (but let us know if you have a different plan on ending the ceremony):
- The pronouncement: speaking to the couple, for example, "I know pronounce you husband and wife."
- The kiss: speaking to the groom, for example, "You may kiss your bride," followed by audience applause.
- The presentation: speaking to the audience, for example, "I now present to you for the first time, Mr and Mrs (names), " followed by larger audience applause.
- Recessional music will play right when the couple begins their exit from the ceremony.
- The officiant should announce the dismissal instructions of the audience, and the reception details right after the wedding party has completed their exit.
- Following the ceremony, please find the DJ to return the lapel mic.
For further reading about the mic and tech needed for the officiant, please read this blog page. Please, let us know if you have any questions or adjustments. Thank you!