Downstate Illinois Chapter of the American Disc Jockey Association

01/16/2024

While the Downstate Chapter is no more, still lots of great former members around the area to serve your entertainment needs. Start with Music Source Professional Disc Jockey Service >

https://musicsourcedj.com/

Or call/text > 217-787-8600

The Top Rated DJ on Google in Central Illinois with 85+ Five Star reviews.

Home WELCOME! The A.D.J.A. is dedicated to the professional development of mobile disc jockeys and educating consumers on how to hire the correct disc jockey for their event.   Please find this site to be assistance in finding the perfect DJ for your big day. Take a look around – give us a call w...

09/24/2021

07/30/2020

Join Drax for a special conversation with industry expert Alan Berg on how DJs can sell more... and Alan will have a very special announcement!

07/02/2020

Join US this Friday at 11am Pacific time for an awesome guest. We have Jason Tucher from Virtual DJ to discuss their latest update which clearly raises the par for Mobile DJs. This is one of the most revolutionary changes in DJ software ever. Join us on the ADJA FB page. See you then

10/09/2017

What Millennial Guests Love and Hate Most About Weddings

What Do You Think?

https://www.brides.com/story/what-millennial-wedding-guests-love-and-hate-most-about-weddings

Yo, young people planning—here’s what your friends care about.

08/16/2017

Hiring a friend could ruin your wedding day and your friendship. | The Keith Christopher Entertainment Group

http://keithchristopher.com/2017/08/14/hiring-a-friend-could-ruin-your-wedding-day-and-your-friendship/

This is pretty tame compared to the numerous horror stories that I have heard.

One of the best ways to ruin your wedding and a friendship is to hire a friend as a part of your wedding day. The exception to this rule is unless they are a

08/06/2017

How to be a good wedding guest | The Keith Christopher Entertainment Group

http://keithchristopher.com/2017/08/03/how-to-be-a-good-wedding-guest/

What else would you add to his list?

It sounds simple enough, however speaking as someone who has both gone through the planning process as well has witnessed the process as a wedding professional

07/27/2017

7 Reasons to Hire a Professional DJ for your Event

Do you know who sees a lot of bad DJ's? Venues. I hear stories all the time and they usually start with: "You won't believe what happened at last weeks wedding with this so called DJ."

This venue in California has had enough and dedicated an entire page of their own website on the importance of hiring a "PROFESSIONAL" DJ >

https://www.imperialpalacebanquethall.com/reasons-to-hire-professional-dj/

Many engaged couples want to save money on their wedding, and as a result, they often settle for their “friend who’s good at making playlists,” to be the evening’s entertainment. However, many couples don’t realize that saving money by using an amateur DJ actually comes with a high price tag. If you...

07/26/2017

Wedding Music—DIY or DJ? | A Practical Wedding

DIY or DJ at your Wedding Reception? Article from 2013 when the DIY fade was in full swing.

What the article DOESN'T talk about is the EQUIPMENT required to make DIY work. Yes you need much more than just an iPod or smart phone. The time and expense could better be used else where if you leave one of the most important wedding vendors to, well an actual vendor like a professional DJ who has the equipment, will set it up and run it for you.

PLUS the article also neglects to mention the importance of a great MC at your wedding reception as the cocktail hour, dinner hour and formalities is typically half of the wedding reception 🤔 >

https://apracticalwedding.com/self-dj-wedding/

Tips on self DJ weddings, how to decide between a DJ and an iPod. How to hire a DJ or build your iPod playlist.

07/26/2017

Downstate Illinois Chapter of the American Disc Jockey Association

Hello and thanks for visiting the Downstate Illinois Chapter of the American Disc Jockey Association's public page.

This page is for consumers looking for DJ's, ideas for their events, and insights into what you can do to take your event to the next level. Be it a wedding reception, school dance or corporate event, we want to be your resource.

We can also refer you to other great professionals in the area should you need rental items, cake, flowers, photography, photo booth, etc., etc.

If you are looking for a DJ for your event, please check out our roster page located here > http://downstateillinois.adja.org/roster/

Additionally, here are the questions that the ADJA recommend that you ask any DJ that you are considering hiring for any event > http://adja.org/findadj/

Thank you!

Jonathan Michael Roth - President of the
Downstate Illinois Chapter of the ADJA

The A.D.J.A. is dedicated to the professional development of mobile disc jockeys and educating consumers on how to hire the correct disc jockey for their event.

02/27/2015

ADJA Code of Professional Conduct | A D J A – American Disc Jockey Association

The Downstate Illinois Chapter of the American Disc Jockey Association is open to "ALL" DJ's so long as they abide by the Code of Conduct > http://adja.org/adja-code-of-professional-conduct/

The whole purpose of the ADJA is to help us get better at what we do and how we do it. We can all get better at something as it relates to our profession as a professional disc jockey.

The absolute best Return-On-Investment is in yourself so come grow with us!

• Operate my business in an ethically sound manner while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. • Abide by all laws and regulations governing my professional activities. • Use legal forms of music and performance materials in the conduct of my entertainment services. • Be hon…

12/15/2014

The Matthew Project

While most all charities are worthy of support, it doesn't get much more local than this one > https://www.facebook.com/…/The-Matthew-Proj…/130742707077565

Website > http://www.matthew-project.com/index.html

The Springfield Ski Club has selected this Not-For-Profit Organization as the recipient of this years proceeds from their Annual Trivia Night to be held on Friday, January 16th, 2015 at the Knights of Columbus on Meadowbrook. Doors open at 6:00 and questions begin at 7:00. Please come early and support Casey's Pub at the KC Hall which is open to the public.


Music Source Professional Disc Jockey Service will once again be providing audio and video support making it one of the most fun trivia events in Springfield every year. Last year was a record breaking crowd so reserve your table now by contacting Pam Pamela Rouse via email at [email protected] or by phone at 217-415-7400.

More information about the event can be found at > http://www.springfieldskiclub.org/calendar_detail.cfm… or http://www.springfieldtrivia.com/…/springfield-ski-club-tr…/

The Matthew Project exists to provide clothing, food, tutoring, mentoring and life skills classes to District 186 homeless children.

02/25/2014

Is there Competition on your Wedding Day?!?!

Dave really out did himself by giving a new look to an old ongoing problem. This will open your eyes and give you food for thought about your wedding day.

� The talent of a DJ is to know his crowd and work in the right song at the right time to keep the groove paced yet exciting.

02/08/2014

As a member of the ADJA, I commit myself to business excellence and I will:

• Operate my business in an ethically sound manner while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Abide by all laws and regulations governing my professional activities.
• Use legal forms of music and performance materials in the conduct of my entertainment services.
• Be honest and realistic conveying talent, abilities, and level of services to my clients.
• Deliver products and services to my clients, as promised, to the best of my abilities.
• Use a written contract clearly stating all charges, services, products, performance expectations and other essential information.
• Provide a safe work environment with adequate protection for my clients & their guests.
• Maintain adequate and appropriate insurance coverage for all business activities.

12/30/2013

We are good DJ's but even we need help with websites, taxes, gear purchases, lighting, electricity requirements. That's why we hire a pro to help us. Shouldn't you hire a true pro to DJ at your next event? We think so.

12/15/2013

Training for DJs? Yes we do. Education for DJ's? Yes we do. Discounts on gear so we can keep our costs down? Yes we do. Hire a ADJA dj for your next event.

12/12/2013

http://adja.org/

12/08/2013

Downstate Illinois Chapter of the American Disc Jockey Association's cover photo

12/08/2013

I called three plumbers, mechanics, lawyers, babysitters, doctors and I got three different prices. Each charged a much different price for what I considered to be the same job. I'm sure each had the necessary tools to do the job. So, why such different prices? Talent, skill, ability, and experience. Same with DJ's.

12/08/2013

These are the questions you need to ask your dj. If they say no to ones you feel are the most important, call a DIADJA member.

12/08/2013

DJs deserve to earn a living doing our jobs. Between getting the gear to do the job, meeting with you to plan the job, and showing up to actually do the job, we put an average of 40 hours into each wedding. Shouldn't every dj be able to feed the family, go out to a movie, pay for insurance, buy the kids a new baseball, plan a future? The DIADJA thinks yes.

12/08/2013

If your dj has a group of other professional Djs that they can call on in case of an emergency, would it give you a sense of trust that in case some emergency happened you'd still have a successful event? We think so.

07/07/2013

DIADJA: better DJs. Educated, trained, fun, unique, memorable, leaders, planners and so much more.

03/31/2013

DIADJA is devoted to helping DJs get better. Helping couples finding better DJs and continuing the education of the general public. Together we can have better events in this area. If they know hat we really do and how much effort goes in to being a pro, everyone benefits.

07/06/2012

Helping other pro DJ's so that our clients events are perfect. We do that. Helping guide couples so that they make smart choices thier events. We do that. Helping our community with volunteer events. We do that. Helping you save time with music knowledge and selections that fit your event. We do that. Ok you get the idea, properly trained DJ's can do almost anything and help your event in many ways. Call an ADJA Downstate Illinois chapter member to learn more.

06/18/2012

Being a member of the ADJA is more than just putting a feather in your cap, a plague on the wall. It is participation that defines the good from the best. Gaining knowledge, building a team, having a back up plan that works. When you look for a qualified, trained, educated DJ, Look to an ADJA local chapter member who shows up, helps others and shares knowledge. Not just a piece of paper to hang on the wall.

03/16/2012

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03/09/2012

The Flirty Blog a Fun and Fearless Lifestyle Resource: How Much Should Your Wedding DJ Cost?

Outstanding article that every bride & groom should read PRIOR to hiring their DJ/MC for their wedding reception...

http://theflirtyguide.blogspot.com/2010/06/how-much-should-your-wedding-dj-cost.html

Thank you flirty blog for post what I've been trying to explain to brides for years. I'd like to touch on one other area though - every 'high end' professional I know of seeks additional training on a regular basis. That's true of make up artists, hairstylists, wedding planners, and yes, even DJ's...

06/18/2011

DJ for hire. Good DJ for hire. Great DJ for hire. Each event needs a certain type of entertainer. With the Downstate Illinois ADJA chapter you can choose your DJ from one of our members. Find the right one for your event.

05/20/2011

Do you have a back up plan for your dj? or does your dj have a back up plan for themselves? Shouldn't they? If you want to learn how to have a better event, reduce stress, work with pros, and never be left standing with a boombox for a sound system. Contact a member of the local chapter of the American Disc Jockey Association. Downstate Illinois deserves the best and so does your event.