Quality disco & karaoke at reasonable prices
Fully PAT tested
Karaoke contains about 10,000 individual songs, plus, an international selection that is rapidly expanding
Disco to cater for all ages and tastes
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Based in Norwich, BGW Entertainments has the experience and versatility of a host that has been in the business since 2004.
Able to cater for a range of events from; small pub quizzes to lavish weddings. With a legitimate passion for the job.
Disco:
To Be Honest...
I tend not to use the title of "DJ" whenever I speak to people.
I'm not a DJ, I'm a host.
A legitimate "DJ" has the skill to mix discs at such a way, that it is an art form... I have a lot of respect for DJ's, and, yes, I'd love to be able to do what they could do... But, I can't.
I use the term "DJ" with search engines, but, that's only due to most people using that particular form of search, or, due to specific websites not allowing me to choose other variations.
This doesn't detract from what I can offer, I have a legitimate passion for music, I have the experience to adapt to any music tastes of the crowds that I have performed to over the years.
It's no accident that I've been in constant work since 2004.
But, to actually call myself a "DJ" would be a lie - I use legally purchased digital downloads with appropriate software.
Whatever happens at your event, the one thing that I pride myself on, and, the only thing that matters to me, is making sure that the music is perfect for you.
After all is said and done, you're paying for a service, thus, I always try to make sure that any specific genre, or, act that you're a fan of, I'll work hard to, legally, obtain the music, plus, work the playlist around your choices.
It's your event... I want to make it as close to perfect as possible
A brief history...
The first disco (and karaoke) that I hosted was in 2004, in the City College Norwich Bar (It's no longer there, but, I remember it very well). I volunteered as a favour to the, then, Student's Union President (he didn't want to pay the extra for a host, so, I did it for a couple of drinks).
The people that I was hosting with (Kings Karaoke - and, yes, they taught me A LOT - for that, I'll always be grateful) offered me the chance to host on a regular basis.
For the next 13 years, I ended up hosting in such venues ranging from small pubs (literally using the small box-rooms) to lavish wedding receptions at prestigious venues (including the marquee at Sprowston Manor Hotel).
The main reason for keeping in this line of work for so long? I have legitimate passion for music… Combine that with a wide, eclectic knowledge, I've been able to keep dancefloors occupied by a varied range of audiences – from school children, all the way up to the grandparents.
Regardless of the occasion, I have always made sure that I research as much about the event as possible – ranging from the bride and groom's favourite songs, to the latest pop-crazes that are setting the dance-floors alight… Making sure that the customer is as happy as possible.
The disco setup can fill a stage, or, fit into a tight corner - depending on your event needs, I can adapt.
Karaoke
Approx. 10,000 individual song titles (many karaokes will boast more songs, and, yes, we have more songs than that, but, we're talking about individual titles)
A rapidly rising selection of international karaoke songs (including; Bollywood, Hindi, Spanish, plus more)
A good selection of show tunes, comedy songs, and, movie soundtracks (we're expanding this frequently)
If there's a specific song that you require (that's not in my archive), I'll happily get hold of it before the booking
A Brief Background...
I have been lucky enough to have turned a love into a career
Did karaoke for the first time 1997 whilst on holiday, I started hosting in 2004 – starting off as a favour, quickly evolving my hosting technique to becoming a regular host around pubs and clubs in the Norwich-area.
As well as all of that, I spent the 2009 summer season in Marmaris as a karaoke host – entertaining holiday goers on a nightly basis – possibly, the most educational experience of my adult life.
I have also had the honour of singing live at the UEA’s LCR on two separate occasions – in front of 1000 customers each time.
Quiz
Bob has been hosting quizzes (in one form or another) since 2002.
The brand “Bob’s Big Quiz” was born in 2003 at one of the pubs that he was hosting in… Now, Bob’s Big Quiz is a permanent fixture on Sunday during term times at the UEA.
With what was only supposed to be a “few weeks”, has now turned into its third academic year – on top of that, the quiz has also headlined at the UEA’s LCR on a number of occasions – attracting over 300 customers each time.
