Monica + Edlin @ Michaud's

Hello All: This past weekend I was back at it again. This time the reception was on the smaller side, hahaha, 355 guests and a bridal party (with sponsors included) that totaled 42. Monica and Edlin were two of the nicest people I have DJ'ed for. They were laid back, fun and definitely in love. The whole process was a pleasure.

Here are the details of the event:

Date: Saturday April 24Th, 2010

Venue: Michaud's Towne' N Country

Photographer: Jose Infante

DJ: ME - Jerry Bruno Productions

Memorable Moments: As usual, there were a few: First off, the huge bridal party was definitely a test. The introductions included Parents, Sponsors, Juniors, Bridal Party and the Bride & Groom. Second on the list: The line dancing at this reception was insane (see pic below). They sure loved their line dances. Lastly, the father's of the bride & groom also surprised the happy couple with a duet on guitar and vocals. They sang to the bride & groom about life, love, family support and happiness. It was very touching.

Now on to some pics.

Instead of my usual run down of iPhone photo's of the entire night, here is a transitional look at a huge dance floor. Michaud's Grand Ballroom.

The empty dance floor:

The Bridal Party practice: "Cleveland Shuffle"

(1/2 hour prior to the guests arrival)

The full dance floor: "Cupid Shuffle"

Congrats to Monica & Edlin. I wish you all the best!

Webster + House @ Marriott Key Center

Hello All: Okay, now it officially feels like the 2010 wedding season is in full effect. What a way to start 2010....with a bang. I had the pleasure of DJ'ing for a wonderful couple with an amazingly awesome family. The reception stage was set: Marriott Key Center and the guests were ready to party. I couldn't clear the dance floor if I tried. Everything went perfectly, well except for the fact that my iPhone died during their first dance and I could not take any more pics or video for this blog update.

Here are the details of the event:

Date: Saturday April 17Th, 2010.

Venue: Marriott Key Center

Florist: Wilhelmy

Pianist: Anthony Fucoco - Jerry Bruno Productions

Photog: Kathy & Tim Heitzman (I think)

DJ: Me, of course! Jerry Bruno Productions

Memorable Moment(s): First off, the dance floor at this reception never failed. I could have played the "C" side to any album and it would have kept the guests moving. Their guests were there to party and celebrate. It made my job easy...and fun. The father of the bride gave a very touching speech and there was also some amazing Irish Dancing thrown down that I wasn't able to capture and share (since my iPhone choked).

Their grand entrance was pretty sweet as well: They used two songs: "A Cab Ride To Kingston" by Gaelic Storm and then for the Bride & Groom only: "I'm Shipping Up To Boston" by The Dropkick Murphy's. (but only the first 46 seconds)

Here are the images I captured before my iPhone failed. Enjoy!

Table setting.

The room is set & ready.

Cocktail Piano in the prefunction area: Mr. Anthony Fuoco.

Up close view of the amazing cake.

The view of the dance floor, cake & DJ area.

The welcoming by the father of the bride

The cutting of the cake.

Their first dance: "Look After You" - The Fray

Congrats to Katherine & John Webster! I wish you two all the best!

Tuchman - Wilson Wedding @ The Club

Hello All: This past weekend was my unofficial pseudo start to the uber-busy 2010 wedding season. I had so many reasons to look forward to this celebration. I got to DJ at one of my favorite Cleveland venue's, I got to work with one of the area's best (and coolest) photog's and the bride & groom were super fun and easy to work with.

Here are the details on the celebration.

Date: Saturday March 27Th, 2010

Venue: The Club at Key Center

Photographer: Tom Forrest Photography

DJ: Me - DJ Scott E. Jones (Jerry Bruno Productions)

Memorable Moments: First the guest list, it was a DJ's dream. It seemed like 75% of the guests were between 25-35 years old. That age group makes it easy to keep the dance floor full. Secondly, there was an awesome triple toast in the middle of the night done by three of the groom's close college friends. They were short, sweet and funny. The guests truly enjoyed their touching sentiments. Next was the crowds reaction to "I Gotta Feeling" By the BYP. Check out the video below. Finally, the best dancer in attendance was a 3 or 4 year old little girl (friend of the flower girl) who tore up the dance floor all night long...and with an attitude.

My killer iPhone photos & video.

My Bose Dual L1 rig with Casey trying to hide.

Centerpieces.

Overhead view, cake style.

Ahh, Me getting psyched. Courtesy of (Tom Forrest Photography)

The end of the triple toast.

Mother-Son Dance.

The full dance floor.

Casey, Matt, Lauren & I (Sportin' the short tie look at the end of the night)
Congrats to the "Soon to be Dr's, Mr & Mrs. Matt Wilson".

RAD Photo Booth Style

Hello All: A few weeks back we held a surprise 60Th Birthday Party for my father (happy birthday dad) and Rob Drago from RAD Photography totally hooked me up with a Photo Booth to capture the moments of the evening. I think all 160 guests had a chance to make silly faces at Papa Jones. It was a good time. Here's one of my favs. Me, Mason & Maddox.

Bridal Show THIS Sunday!

Hello All: If your a bride-to-be and your looking for inspiration, look no further.

This Sunday - March 14Th, 2010 @ The Skyline Hotel & Conference Center in Independence, Ohio one of my favorite bridal publications "Weddings In Cleveland" will be hosting their annual Cleveland Bridal Show. The show times are from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Please be sure to stop out for inspiration and fun. Geoff Short and I will be there representing Jerry Bruno Productions and our many talented musicians, bands & DJ's. For complete info on the show, just visit the Weddings In Cleveland Bridal Show web page: http://www.weddingsincleveland.com/events.asp .

See you all there!

~ Scott E. Jones / DJ - General Manager. (Jerry Bruno Productions)

Dawn & Jason @ Windows on The River

Hello All: This past weekend I found myself at Windows on The River, again. I love that place. It has such a killer vibe, it has a great look and the staff is some of the best in the city. They take great care of their clients and guests, but still know how to be fun and inviting. Ryan (the banquet manager) does a great job.

Dawn & Jason invited 250 of their closest friends & family to their overly fun and unique wedding reception. We played a little wiffleball garter toss, did the "Stanky Leg" and sang a song Karaoke style. It was all well received by their family and friends.

Here are the details to this fantastic night:

Date: Saturday February 20Th, 2010

Venue: Windows on The River (Cityview Room)

Photographer: Christopher Norris Photography

Video Guy: Corey & Jared (company withheld)

DJ/MC: Me - DJ Scott E. Jones - Jerry Bruno Productions

Memorable Moments: Like most weddings, there are a few things about this particular reception that I will remember for a long time. First off, Dawn & Jason did a very non-traditional garter toss. Both the bride & groom played baseball growing up, so instead of the garter removal and toss they tied the garter around a wiffleball and Dawn pitched it to Jason as he used the little purple wiffleball bat and knocked it into the single guy outfield. Later in the night we danced to the new craze "Stanky Legg". Okay, maybe not the latest craze, but it was pretty fun. Last but not least some of the bride & groom's closest friends had fun with a sing-a-long to "Two Ticket's to Paradise" by Eddie Money. (see pic below). It was a great night.

Here are my kick butt iPhone photos: Love em'.

Single table set up.

Overhead view of the head tables.

My view, DJ set up from the inside.

Not the cake, the card box. ( and the purple wiffleball bat/ball)

Cake Cutting: "Spend My Life With You" - Eric Bennett feat. Tamia

First Dance: "Bless The Broken Road"

The sing along. "Two Ticket's to Paradise"

Dancing the night away.

Congrats Dawn & Jason. Thanks for having me be a part of your super fun wedding reception!

Greatest 80's Movie Scene Ever ( RAD )

The title track on this scene is a classic!

"Send Me An Angel" - Real Life.