Rich Ellis
2015 Kicks Off With 2 Portland Bat Mitzvahs
Portland DJs Rich Ellis and Steve Marker performed at two separate Portland Bat Mitzvahs on Saturday, January 3, 2015. New Year’s Eve celebrations were still fresh, but that didn’t slow down partygoers from having a good time.
Amber’s intimate Bat Mitzvah celebration was held at Congregation Shaarie Torah in Northwest Portland and following a brief Havdalah service, the fun launched quickly with ‘The Hora’ and chair raising.
The dance floor was now officially opened and per the guest of honor’s request, Rich played Michael Jackson’s ‘Beat It.’ Amber may be the biggest M.J. fan ever, so much so, she had a poster of the ‘Thriller’ album cover on an easel right next to the dance floor 🙂
Abby’s Bat Mitzvah party took place at the Sentinel Hotel (formerly Governor) in Downtown Portland. Steve also performed at her sister Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah back in June, 2012.
Abby requested everything from ‘Cupid Shuffle’ to the now classic ‘Stacy’s Mom’ by Fountains of Wayne, as well as many tracks from Beyonce. Steve played the hot hits and brought the energy guests expect from him with fun and timely interaction.
Mazel Tov Amber and Abby and thank you parents for choosing PRO DJs!
Post Event Satisfaction Survey:
“Steve is fantastic! He gets everyone out on the dance floor. The music is not too loud, but definitely feels like a party. The games are great and intersperesed into the evening. He manages the time of the event really well.” -Sarah Glass
- Event Date: Saturday, January 3, 2015
- Event Type: Bat Mitzvah
- Event Location: Sentinel Hotel
- Event Staff: Steve Marker
- Quality of Customer Service via Telephone: Excellent
- Quality of Customer Service via Internet: Excellent
- Quality of Customer Service at Event: Excellent
- Friendliness of your Entertainer: Excellent
- Promptness of your Entertainer: Excellent
- Professionalism of your Entertainer: Excellent
- Entertainer’s Performance: Excellent
- Entertainer’s Appearance: Excellent
- System Appearance: Excellent
- Sound Quality: Excellent
- Overall Volume Levels: Excellent
- Music Selection: Excellent
- Incorporation of Your Requests: Excellent
- Lighting Effects: Good
- Equipment Appearance: Good
- Overall Customer Service: Excellent
- Planning Assistance: Excellent
- Entertainer’s Cooperation with Other Vendors: Excellent
- Overall Performance Rating: Excellent
- Would you recommend this service to others? Yes
9 Years At Vancouver Company Holiday Party
Saturday, December 13, 2014 marked 9 years since PRO DJs had the opportunity to perform at the first Vancouver company holiday party for a local garden supply business, and we have done every one since.
We appreciate the confidence they have in us and it was another big time party at the Jantzen Beach Red Lion Hotel in Portland, Oregon. Their annual event always includes gambling, generous amounts of prizes and of course, dancing.
The gaming tables are open from the beginning until just after dinner in the large foyer that is adjacent to the large Grand Ballroom. With around 300 guests, this is a nice fit with a large dance floor, plenty of display room for the prizes and a photo booth, complete with props.
For cocktails and dinner, I played a mix of Christmas favorites as requested by our client, until the gaming tables closed about 8:30pm. The employees then got really excited for the giveaways. As usual, there were some fantastic prizes, including electronics, tools, gift cards, and a 65″ flat screen television. There was also a cash machine… always a big hit with anyone 🙂
With so many prizes, it normally takes awhile (almost two hours) to draw all the winners, but this group never seems to mind. This certainly bodes well for the dance floor as everyone is in a great mood and ready to party a little more.
After a few classics, including Michael Jackson, the mostly younger crowd loved the recent hits and we rolled ‘Fancy,’ ‘Can’t Hold Us’ the current smash ‘Uptown Funk’ and more.
Thanks again Kristy for continuing to choose PRO DJs for your annual Christmas party. Happy Holidays. -Rich
Corporate Karaoke Party At Skamania Lodge
Rick’s Custom Fencing brought in PRO DJs for their corporate holiday karaoke party that followed dinner amd awards at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Washington on Saturday, December 6, 2014.
Right before the awards presentation began, I was able to discreetly setup on the other side of the room with anyone barely noticing and I was ready to go as soon as they turned the party over to me.
For karaoke, I normally play a few regular songs so guests have a chance to let me know what they would like to sing. However, when I asked if anyone was ready to go right at the beginning, David came running up and got us started with Corey Hart’s ‘Sunglasses at Night.”
David sang a few other songs and so did Taylor, including Sheryl Crow’s ‘Sweet Child O’Mine’ that was accompanied by a friend breakdancing on the opposite stage. The crowd was entertained and had a good time watching their co-workers and friends perform.
Summertime Feel at November Wedding
After performing at several weddings held at Royal Oaks Country Club in Vancouver, WA this past Summer, all beautiful sunny days, most anyone would expect clouds and rain for a November wedding, but Maggie and Adam caught a break on Saturday, November 8, 2014.
It was a beautiful Fall day and at the ceremony held at Our Lady of Lourdes church in Vancouver at 2pm, guests gathered outside afterwards, enjoying the pleasant afternoon and taking their time getting to the reception.
As a result, guests began arriving for the reception a little later than the scheduled 3pm start-time. I began a set of background music that featured a variety of music from artists such as Coldplay, Stevie Wonder and Lauryn Hill.
November Wedding Reception Highlights:
- Grand Entrance: Pharrell Williams – Happy
- First Dance: John Legend – You & I (Nobody In The World)
- Bride and Father Dance: Heartland – I Loved Her First
- Groom and Mother Dance: Carole King – Child of Mine
We had a great turnout for the opening slow dance and the first few fast songs that followed. This laid back group enjoyed the energy of the music while catching up with each other. There was a lot of dancing in groups at their tables before moving out again to the dance floor for favorites like Michael Jackson’s ‘Billie Jean,’ ‘Brown-Eyed Girl’ from Van Morrison and a rousing finish to ABBA’s ‘Dancing Queen.’
Maggie let me know she and Adam had a great time. Best wishes to you both and thank you for choosing PRO DJs.
Post Event Feedback:
“Adam and I were so worried that we’d be stuck with a lousy DJ and the music wouldn’t flow for our BIG day. However, then we found Rich from PRO DJ’s. He was awesome to work with and very professional. I highly recommend Pro DJS for any event. Thank you so much for an amazing night we’ll never forget.” -Maggie Kuzmer & Adam Underwood
Big Time Party At Portland B’not Mitzvah
DJ Steve Marker had the opportunity to perform at Gabriela & Adriana’s Portland B’not Mitzvah Celebration on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at the Multnomah Athletic Club.
In addition to the action on the dance floor, Portland Photo Party was there with photo booth entertainment. Steve snuck over during a song to ham it up for the camera 🙂
Post Event Satisfaction Survey:
“Steve was awesome! My twin girls were so happy at their B’not Mitzvah thanks to Steve. Steve listened to what we wanted and made sure everyone had a good time including the youngest kids in the room. Thanks Steve! I’m booking you for my younger daughter’s Bat Mitzvah in 2016!”
-Mary Steinberg
- Event Date: Saturday, October 25, 2014
- Event Type: B’not Mitzvah
- Event Location: Multnomah Athletic Club
- Event Staff: Steve Marker
- Quality of Customer Service via Telephone: Excellent
- Quality of Customer Service via Internet: Excellent
- Quality of Customer Service at Event: Excellent
- Friendliness of your Entertainer: Excellent
- Promptness of your Entertainer: Excellent
- Professionalism of your Entertainer: Excellent
- Entertainer’s Performance: Excellent
- Entertainer’s Appearance: Excellent
- System Appearance: Excellent
- Sound Quality: Excellent
- Overall Volume Levels: Excellent
- Music Selection: Excellent
- Incorporation of Your Requests: Excellent
- Lighting Effects: N/A
- Equipment Appearance: Excellent
- Overall Customer Service: Excellent
- Planning Assistance: Excellent
- Entertainer’s Cooperation with Other Vendors: Excellent
- Overall Performance Rating: Excellent
- Would you recommend this service to others? Yes
