Jackie & Kevin @ Metro Club

Hello All: This past Saturday Night I was at my favorite Cleveland venue: The Metro Club (A Sammy's Venue) which is located on the 21st Floor of the Huntington Building. This room has a great vibe and a great view. I'm a huge fan of the black carpet ad over sized black chairs. Very classy. This wedding was spectacular. The bride was the sister of a past client of mine and the groom Kevin comes from a HUGE family. All and All the event was perfect.

Here are the details of this shin-dig.

Date: Saturday May 8Th, 2010.

Venue: The Metro Club

Photographer: RAD

Video: RAD

Florist: Bernie from Grande Designs

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

Memorable Moment(s): Okay, I can't seem to limit this to a single moment for any event. So here are my top two favorite moments at Jackie & Kevin's wedding. 1. The bride & groom's first dance performed live by the groom's niece. (see pic below). Taylor has a beautiful voice and really nailed the song. Fantastic! #2. The bride had arranged a surprise for most all of her guests (and Kevin). She hired The Ohio State University Alumni Marching Band (Cleveland Chapter) to surprise the groom and all of her guests near the end of dinner. This really helped get the party started and was truly enjoyed by all of the crazy Buckeye fans in attendance. Please check out the quick video clip below.

Some sweet iPhone pics & video:

The guest tables.

The head table.

The first dance song being performed for the bride & groom.

The bride & groom's first dance "When You Say Nothing At All" - performed by the groom's niece, Taylor. (see pic above)

Cake!

Now we are dancin'.

The brides surprise! Watch video below.

Congrats to Jackie & Kevin! OH...IO

Randi + Adam @ Windows.

Hello All: This past weekend was a nice "double-header".

Friday Night started off with a benefit event for "Motz Run" at Pazzo's Grand Ballroom (the latest Sammy's venue). The Motz Run was to help fight cancer. The Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle raised big money (I think & hope). It's good to give back once in a while. It was great to be a part of such a worthy cause. I'm glad I am able to donate my time & services when I can. I'm sorry there are no pics of this event, but there was way more spending money and way less dancing at this event. Which was a good thing!

Saturday Night took me to a familiar venue, Windows. I had a great time DJ'ing for Randi and Adam. They make a picture perfect couple. If you don't believe me, just be sure to check the Linczak Photography blog for updates. The wedding was amazing. I had the honor of providing music for all of the elements. From the ceremony music to the last dance of the night, my Bose L1 DJ rig was a superstar and their guests rocked the dance floor.

Here are the details of the event:

Date: Saturday May 1st, 2010

Venue: Windows on The River (Cityview Room)

Photographer: Linczak Photography

DJ: Me, myself and I - Scott E. Jones (Jerry Bruno Productions)

Memorable Moment(s): I think I really need to start narrowing this category down to a single moment for each event. So here is the first go at this newly instated rule: The most memorable moment of the whole wedding was actually at the end of the night. I always play a follow up - last dance song at half-volume while I'm starting my break down process, just to give the guests some "exiting" music. This night was no different, but the response was. Per a request, I played "Like A Prayer" by Madonna. It was awesome! All the bridesmaids, close friends and beautiful bride got out on the dance floor and sang there buts off. It was a great way to end the night!

Pics of the celebration & ceremony:

Ceremony in the Bridgeview Room (Windows).

Sweetheart Table for Bride & Groom.

Guest table.

Cake!

The first dance.

The last dance: "Don't Stop Believing" - Journey.

Congrats to Randi & Adam!

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)