Another Home Run at the Sheraton Syracuse University

This past weekend we had the pleasure once again to provide DJ services for the Delta Sigma Pi Syracuse chapter's awards ceremony and Spring Fling. This event is an elegant evening of dinner and dancing, with a fun awards ceremony after dinner. The evening was a complete success, with a packed dance-floor all night.

As much as partying with Delta Sigma Pi and alumni is always a fun evening- This post however, isn't about the great DSP brothers... This post is about the uncompromising attention to every detail we experienced from the staff at the Sheraton, Syracuse University.
Abdul Muqeet is the Banquet Manager, and once again his overseeing of every nuance of the event made it a complete success.

We were graciously invited to join in dinner, and accepted. This gave us an opportunity to experience the true level of service provided by the staff under Abdul at the Sheraton.

The buffet was an elegantly presented mix of delicious foods. From the Greek salad, to the Shrimp, to the Chicken Florentine, everything was prepared to perfection- without being smothered in salt and over-buttered, (something many venues do to cover up sub-par ingredients). Everything was fresh and tasty! Once seated, our waiter (a gentleman in his mid-twenties who took his job very seriously) provided nothing short of white-glove service. Not since a stay at the Battery Park Ritz Carlton in Manhattan have I experienced hospitality staff who treated us like royalty. It was impressive. After a visit to a decadent dessert table, we enjoyed a cup of coffee and prepared for the upcoming awards ceremony. Later in the evening I had the opportunity to speak with Abdul, who was a true gentleman and was quick to praise his staff as the best in town. While I agree that they are indeed professionals, he was visibly "at the helm" throughout the entire event.

If you're considering venues for your special celebration, I highly recommend meeting with Abdul at the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel & Conference Center (315.475.3000 ext 2213 - www.sheratonsyracuse.com).
Happy planning!

-Kirk
CNY Select DJs

A Picture Perfect Wedding Ceremony and Reception at Borio's on Oneida Lake, Cicero, NY

Wedding Ceremony of Susan and Donald Ciaello

This past weekend, with my colleague Russell Dobbins, I had the opportunity to take part in the Wedding Ceremony and Reception of Susan and Donald Ciaello at Borios on Oneida Lake. As always, the staff at Borios was great, and the weather couldn't have been better. Planning an outdoor Syracuse wedding in April, requires a little luck. ;)

It was an intimate gathering of roughly 80 guests. A fun crowd with lots of great requests and plenty of dancing. Daytime weddings can be tough when the weather is nice, this one was a ball!

The Sunset Room at Borio's is the perfect situation to employ our low-profile dance lighting. Unless a couple specifically wants a larger lighting system, our speaker stand mounted LED lights provide BIG impact, while taking up zero extra space.

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All it takes is one or two lights to make a dance floor more inviting, and using them sparingly is key to keeping the mood elegant.

The light pictured to the left, is a modern take on the classic "disco-ball" effect. It moves in sync with the music rotating in both directions while throwing color changing dots on the walls, floor and ceiling. A very effective and versatile light, we can also control it to simply spin slowly during slow dances.
If you're unsure whether or not you want dance lighting at your wedding because you've seen DJs setup large metal trussing to "frame-in" their setup with tacky lights and unsightly wires danglinig all over... Be assured, you do not have to sacrifice your tasteful wedding decor with CNY Select DJs.

Feel free to ask us about dance lighting options. You might be surprised with just how low profile we can be and still make your dance floor rock!

-Kirk Rothrum
Select Receptions by CNY Select DJs

April Showers: 'On the fly' changes for inclimate weather Weddings in Syracuse

April showers...
We're all familiar with the old saying of course. You may also be familiar with the saying that "rain on your wedding day is good luck". Whichever you subscribe to, planning an outdoor affair in April is indeed a roll of the dice. We have an outdoor wedding ceremony this coming Saturday, and being the first outdoor wedding ceremony of the season, it's very exciting! Rolling with the punches is part of a DJ's job, and frankly, on the fly changes keep things interesting! If you're planning an outdoor Ceremony or Reception, and the weather looks dicey, we'll setup our system ready for the quickest change possible.

This might mean having multiple versions of your processional music ready to go with another sound system setup indoors on standby. There is no reason to stress, or postpone things for an hour while everything is moved indoors. It's as simple as a friendly announcement inviting everyone into the reception hall (or other indoor location) where it's more comfortable and dry. In moments, you can be standing before your guests, exchanging vows and concentrating on the fun part- your reception!

Bring a nice umbrella or two and the pictures can be priceless.

You may have always envisioned a perfectly sunny day for your wedding, but look at the bright side, you'll have a lifetime of sunny days together ahead.


Kirk Rothrum
Select Receptions by CNY Select DJs