Pittsburgh DJ, Pittsburgh Photography, Pittsburgh Wedding Videography

Amy & Kirk - May 14

2011-05-16T14:44:00.002-04:00

This past Saturday I provided DJ service and up lighting for Amy and Kirk at the Duquesne Power Center in Pittsburgh. I got an email from Amy and Kirk the day after their reception that I will share here.

Tracy!!! Couldn't have asked for a better DJ! You went above and beyond with music and lighting!! Thank you soooo much for everything!!!!!!!! YOU WERE AWESOME!

It's always nice to get great feedback from a couple that you have worked worked with. It's especially gratifying to hear from them so soon after the wedding.

Here are a couple of images from the wedding. Both of these images are stills from the video that we shot. In a few weeks we will have a sample video from this wedding on line.

This second shot highlights the up lighting that I set up for Amy and Kirk. This was the first time that I provided up lighting at the Power Center and even with all of the windows, the lighting still looked great!

Amy and Kirk wanted a contemporary mix of music for the dancing portion of their evening and the guests loved it. The floor was packed all night! I'll have a highlight video of the reception on this blog in a couple of weeks. So check back to view the all the fun.

Lisa & Joe - Grand Concource - 4/30

2011-05-03T18:02:00.003-04:00

On April 30th I traveled to the Grand Concourse in Pittsburgh to DJ the wedding of Lisa and Joe. The Grand Concourse, located in Station Square, is one of the most unique and beautiful reception sites in Pittsburgh.

Lisa and Joe (dancing together in the above photo) chose "Me and You" by Kenny Chesney for their first dance. Lisa danced with her dad to "I Loved Her First" and Joe and his mother shared a dance to "A Mother's Song".

Lisa's mom sent my company, Entertainment Tonite, a very nice note about my performance at the wedding reception.

Tracy was sensational at reacting to the crowd, and playing appropriate music. His expertise on timing, special events, and professional advice on the bridal dance, bouquet toss, etc was very helpful. I give Tracy major credit for making the reception so elegant, but so much fun too!

Curt's Photography (my brother) provided the photography service for the day. Here are a few more photos from the day.

For more photos from Lisa and Joe's wedding visit the Grand Concourse page on our website.

Alicia & Nathan - 4/23

2011-04-25T13:32:00.001-04:00

On April 23 I provided DJ service for Alicia and Nathan's wedding at Banquets Unlimitied in Irwin. In addtion to my normal DJ set-up I also provided a video screen and projector so that the couple could show their love story video.

For their first dance Alicia and Nathan chose "How Do I Live". Alicia danced with her father to "I Loved Her First" and Nathan shared a dance with both his mom ("Mama") and step-mom ("What a Wonderful World").

Alicia chose to have a bridal dance with the traditional polka, which is always a good time!

As always, the service and the staff at Banquets Unlimited was terrific. Alicia and Nathan were fun and easy to work with. All in all it was a great night.

I just recieved a thank you note from Nathan, I will share it below.

My wife and I are very happy we chose you for our DJ service. We both received numerous compliments of how professional and courteous you were to the needs of the guests. We would like to thank you for your excellent service, you most certainly made our wedding night a memorable one! Thanks Again!!

Nathan & Alicia

April 10 - MS Walk

2011-04-18T13:14:00.000-04:00

For the fourth consecutive year, I provided DJ services for the Pittsburgh MS Walk. The event took place on Sunday, April 10. The weather was great and the attendance was even better! I look forward to working with everyone again next year.

Corrine & Judd - 4/9

2011-04-12T16:19:00.004-04:00

On Saturday night I had the pleasure of working with Corrine and Judd at the University Club in Pittsburgh. I provided the DJ service for both their ceremony and reception. I also set up wireless microphones for both the rabbi and the minister during the ceremony.

During the cocktail and dinner hours I played an eclectic mix of older standards and newer favorites (Frank Sinatra to Jamie Cullum). Corrine, Judd and the bridal party were introduced into the ballroom with U2's Beautiful Day and the couple cut their cake to the Archie's Sugar, Sugar.

Crazy Love by Michael Buble was chosen as Corrine and Judd's first dance song. Once the dancing started the floor was packed all night! One of the highlights of the dancing was the playing of the traditional Hora. Corrine shared a dance with her father to the song I'll Always be Your Baby by Natalie Grant and Judd and his mom danced to Molly Pasutti's The Man You've Become.

My brother Curt from Curt's Photography was the photographer. You can see some of the wedding photographs by visiting this web page. I've also linked two photos to this blog post. The photos highlight the up lighting that I provided for the evening.

As a post script, I really want to thank Corrine and Judd for the very nice compliments they left me in the comment section of this blog post. I will reprint them below.

We couldn't have been any happier with how our special night turned out! We gave Tracy ideas of what music we liked and he did the rest - it was an amazing and fun evening! The up-lighting was beautiful and really made the room transform. The dance floor was packed the entire evening and our friends and family keep talking about how much fun they had. Thanks for the wonderful memories! Corrine and Judd

Pittsburgh DJ - Recent Events

2011-04-07T17:47:00.002-04:00

Last weekend I had the pleasure of providing the DJ service for the annual father/daughter dance sponsored by Troop 1159 from Imperial PA.

This is the third year in a row that I have been involved with this event. It is always a great time. The party was again held at the Pittsburgh Technical Institute and everyone had a blast!

I also finished up my winter dance party schedule at Pluma in Irwin. Pluma has great entertainment on the weekends. Be sure to check out their weekly calendar for events and specials.

On Saturday I'll be performing at a wedding in Pittsburgh and on Sunday I am donating my services for the MS Walk at Point State Park. Please stop out and support this worthwhile cause.

Please check back here next week to view photos of the wedding up lighting that I will be providing for this Saturday's wedding.

Pittsburgh DJ - Mother/ Son Dance Songs

2011-03-28T10:41:00.003-04:00

Below is a list of the top ten most requested mother/son dance songs from 2010 as reported by Mobile Beat.

1. Rascal Flatts, My Wish
2. Louis Armstrong, What A Wonderful World
3. Boyz II Men, A Song For Mama
4. Lynyrd Skynyrd, Simple Man
5. Lee Ann Womack, I Hope You Dance
6. Beatles, In My Life
7. Josh Groban, You Raise Me Up
8. Rod Stewart, Have I Told You Lately
9. Celine Dion, Because You Loved Me
10. Taylor Hicks, Do I Make You Proud

You can view a list of the top 50 songs by clicking here.

Visit the Pittsburgh DJ pages on our website for access to more music lists and event planning information.

Check Out Our New DJ Listing

2011-03-25T16:49:00.005-04:00

Check out our new Pittsburgh DJ listing on Thumbtack! For those of you with a business, Thumbtack is an easy and free place to list your company.

Top Ten Father / Daughter Dance Songs

2011-03-22T09:56:00.004-04:00

Below is a list of the top ten most requested father/daughter dance songs from 2010 as reported by Mobile Beat.

1. Heartland,   I Loved Her First
2. Tim Mcgraw, My Little Girl
3. Bob Carlisle,    Butterfly Kisses
4. Temptations,   My Girl
5. Louis Armstrong, What A Wonderful World
6. Rascal Flatts,    My Wish
7. Frank Sinatra, The Way You Look Tonight
8. Steven Curtis Chapman,    Cinderella
9. Natalie Cole with Nat King Cole, Unforgettable
10. Paul Simon, Father And Daughter

For a list of the top 50 most requested father/daughter dance songs click here.

For more information on our Pittsburgh DJ service, visit our website or give us a call at 412-672-4899.

Pittsburgh Wedding Video - Fu Highlights

2011-03-02T12:59:00.003-05:00

This Pittsburgh wedding video features highlights from the Fu reception at the Renaissance Hotel. Make sure to check out the fireworks at the end of the video.

2011 Top Ten Lists - First Dance

2011-02-24T09:52:00.000-05:00

Below is a list of the top ten most requested first dance songs from 2010 as reported by Mobile Beat.

1. Brad Paisley, Then
2. Black Eyed Peas, I Gotta Feeling
3. Etta James, At Last
4. Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat, Lucky
5. Rascal Flatts, Bless The Broken Road
6. Lonestar, Amazed
7. Michael Buble, Everything
8. Keith Urban, Only You Can Love Me This Way
9. Ray Lamontagne, You Are The Best Thing
10. Dave Matthews Band, You And Me

You can view a list of the top 50 songs by clicking here.

Visit the Pittsburgh DJ pages on our website for access to more music lists and event planning information.

Pittsburgh Wedding Video - Jaclyn & Jason

2011-02-23T14:57:00.003-05:00

This Pittsburgh wedding video features highlights from the ceremony and first dance portion of Jaclyn and Jason's wedding day.

37 Ways to Wow Your Guests

2011-02-18T09:28:00.000-05:00

Entertainment Tonite is offering a FREE guide, "37 Ways to Wow Your Guests". As a bonus, you will also receive the email series "Six Easy Steps To An Unforgettable Wedding".

Click here to order your free guide and email series.

Entertainment Tonite and Curt's Photography are committed to helping you plan a fun and memorable wedding day experience. We are also committed to helping you preserve your wedding day memories.

Pittsburgh DJ - Springwood

2011-02-15T08:18:00.006-05:00

In the coming weeks we are going to be featuring wedding videos that we shot in 2010. In addition to allowing you to view samples of our Pittsburgh wedding videography service, the videos will often feature our Pittsburgh DJs performing at receptions.

This video is from Lauren and James' reception at Springwood Conference Center. Both the wedding and reception took place at Springwood.

This video is from the "party portion" of the reception and it was shot with a single camera. The editing style is part of our artistic video package.

Tracy Painter was the DJ at the reception.

Reception Entertainment

2011-02-10T10:02:00.003-05:00

For those of you planning your wedding reception here's some food for thought.

*After the Vows

72% of all brides say they would have spent more time choosing their reception entertainment.

Almost 100% say they would have spent more of their budget on the entertainment.

During wedding planning, brides say their highest priority is their attire, followed by the reception site and caterer - reception entertainment is among the least of their priorities. Within one week after their reception, 78% of brides say they would have made the entertainment their highest priority!

When asked 81% of guests say the thing they remember most about a wedding is the entertainment.

65% of all couples that chose a band to entertain at their wedding, said, if they had it to do over again, they would have chosen a disc jockey.

At Entertainment Tonite, in Pittsburgh, our DJs will work with you to help you plan a perfect wedding reception. Give us a call today at 412-672-4899, our 2011 calender is almost full.

*These statistics were published in St. Louis Bride & Groom Magazine in 2003. Sources include: Simmons, 2001; USA Today, 2002; National Bridal Service, 2001; The Knot, 2002; Brides Magazine, 2001.

Pittsburgh DJ - Wedding Top 200

2011-02-07T11:47:00.003-05:00

Here are the top ten most requested wedding songs as compiled by Mobile Beat Magazine.

1. Black Eyed Peas, I Gotta Feeling
2. Journey, Don't Stop Believin'
3. Lady Gaga Feat. Colby O'donis, Just Dance
4. Beyonce, Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
5. AC/DC, You Shook Me All Night Long
6. Bon Jovi, Livin' On A Prayer
7. Morrison, Van, Brown Eyed Girl
8. Diamond, Neil, Sweet Caroline
9. Cupid, Cupid Shuffle
10. Def Leppard, Pour Some Sugar On Me

Here is a link to the full list of the top 200 most requested songs.

Our Pittsburgh DJ service gives you the ability to style your own playlist from our extensive on line music library. We also offer tools, like the wedding top 200, to assist you in making your music selections.

We also offer a pre-wedding day consultation to go over your music selections and your event timeline. We want to make sure that we fulfill all of your wedding reception details!

Pittsburgh DJ - Discounts

2011-02-07T11:40:00.004-05:00

We are offering off-peak discounts on our Pittsburgh DJ service for 2011. We are offering discounts for Saturdays in November and December. We are also offering discounts for all remaining 2011 Friday and Sunday weddings.

The discount is $200 dollars off of your wedding package. You can check out our DJ prices by visiting our instant price quote page.

Weddings At Hidden Valley Resort

2011-01-18T15:58:00.003-05:00

Curt's Photography was recently at Hidden Valley Resort for a wedding. Hidden Valley Resort is located in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania, the resort offers many easily accessible Photgraphy locations, surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains. To view photos of the resort click Here.

Heinz Field / Surrounding Area

2011-01-06T13:57:00.012-05:00

Curt's Photography has a new photographic location at Heinz Field, that alot of my Wedding Couples are choosing to go there. To view Heinz Fields Photo Gallery click Here.

Pittsburgh Wedding Venues (Church / Reception)

2010-12-21T13:37:00.000-05:00

Curt's Photography has been photographing Pittsburgh area weddings for over 20 years. In that time, I have put together a Venue List of the finer Pittsburgh's Churchs and Reception Facilities. There is over 65 Pittsburgh Venues on that list.To view Pittsburgh Venue List click Here.

Pittsburgh Wedding Venue Sites

2010-12-20T12:54:00.000-05:00

Curt's Photography photographed over 35 Pittsburgh Weddings in 2010. Here is a list of some of the Pittsburgh Reception Venues that we were at this year, that is not already on Curt's Pittsburgh Venues list.

St.Nicolas Oakland

The Fez Hopewell

Mansion Maple Heights Oakland

Holy Cross South Hills

Grand Hall Priory Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Athletic Assoc. Oakland

Crown Plaza South Hills

Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe

Duq.Power Center Pittsburgh

James Center Pittsburgh

Rivers Club Oxford Center Pittsburgh

Salvatores South Hills

Pittsburgh Wedding Bridal Shows

2010-12-06T12:34:00.000-05:00

Curt's Photography / Entertainment Tonite will be featured at the upcoming Pittsburgh Bridal Shows.

Wedding Clicker's Bridal Shows
January 09,2011 @ Monroeville Convention Center
April 10,2011 @ Monroeville Convention Center
September 19,2011 @ @ Monroeville Convention Center

Cavanaugh's Bridal Shows
January 22-23,2011 @ Wyndam Downtown
Febuary 20,2011 @ Four Points Sheraton Greenburg
August 7,2011 @ Marriott City Center

Pittsburgh Photography / Couples Seeing Each Other Before Ceremony

2010-11-01T13:48:00.000-04:00

Weddings celebrate rich, time-honored tradition. Regardless of which culture, religious affiliation or country of origin the couple represents, traditional elements make their way into the wedding to one degree or another. With so many personal decisions involved in wedding planning, the results are never run of the mill.One such decision that you may agonize over is whether to see your partner before the ceremony, or to wait for your eyes to meet on the aisle. It can put you in a conundrum. To continue this article click Here.

Pittsburgh DJ - Wedding Follow Up 4/9/10

2010-10-22T16:22:00.000-04:00

This is just a quick follow up to my wedding from April 9th. The couple sent me a nice thank-you that I wanted to share.

We had a great time and Tracy really made the party get started on the right foot!

It was a great party and I was happy to play a part in making Jessie and Bobby's day a success!

Pittsburgh DJ - Shawna & Micheal 4/10

2010-09-17T14:24:00.000-04:00

On Saturday April 10 I had the pleasure of being the DJ at Shawna & Michael Koprucki's wedding reception. The wedding reception was held at St. Nick's Greek Orthodox Hall in Oakland. Johanna Seese is the coordinator at St. Nick's and it is always a pleasure to work with her.

Shawna and Michael had their cocktail reception in the Crystal Room and the dinner and dancing portion of their evening was in the larger Cathedral Room at St Nick's. The cocktail and dinner music featured a mix of adult contemporary and classic vocalists like Frank Sinatra and Nat "King" Cole.

The couple shared their first dance together to the song "Someone Like You" by Van Morrison. Shawna then invited her father to the dance floor and they danced to Bob Dylan's "Forever Young". The father daughter dance was followed by Michael sharing a dance with his mother to the song "Wonderful World" by Louie Armstrong.

The rest of the evening saw a lot of great partying. There was a wide range of music from current top 40 to classic wedding favorites. Like many of the couples that I work with, Shawna and Michael used my on line Pittsburgh DJ planning forms and music lists to help put their evening together.

My brother Curt of Curt's Photography was the photographer and he will be posting more photos of the event in the near future.

Pittsburgh DJ - Jessica & Robert 4/9

2010-06-15T14:20:00.000-04:00

On Friday April 9th I had the pleasure to DJ the wedding of Jessica and Robert Fernandes. The reception took place at the Crown Plaza Pittsburgh South.

The Crown Plaza always does a great job and this wedding reception was true to form, Great food, hors d'oeuvres and excellent service!

Because the bride and groom lived out of state, they really took advantage of the wedding planning tools that I have on my Pittsburgh DJ website. They picked out music for the cocktail and dinner hours as well as music for their first dance and the dancing portion of the evening.

The couple choose to share their first dance together to the song No One, by Alicia Keys. For the bridal party entrance the couple used the Beatles, All You Need Is Love.

The cocktail and dinner hours featured music by artists like Frank Sinatra and Michael Buble. The dancing portion of the evening featured wedding favorites like the Chicken Dance and the Cha Cha Slide as well as a nice selection of hip-hop and 80's rock and roll.

Jessie and Bobby were a great couple to work with and a lot of fun. Entertainment Tonite wishes them all the best.

Pittsburgh DJ - Introduction Songs

2010-03-12T10:48:00.001-05:00

This is the last post in our series of 2009 top ten wedding songs. I hope I have given you some good ideas about music that you can use at your wedding reception.

This week's list features bridal party introduction music. For the full fifty song list click here.

1	Black Eyed Peas	I Gotta Feeling
2	Black Eyed Peas	Let's Get It Started
3	U2	Beautiful Day
4	Survivor	Eye Of The Tiger
5	Brown, Chris	Forever
6	Queen	Another One Bites The Dust
7	Pink	Get The Party Started
8	Kool & The Gang	Celebration
9	AC/DC	Thunderstruck
10	Sister Sledge	We Are Family

Our Pittsburgh DJ service can help relieve the stress of planning and managing your wedding reception visit our website or call us today!

Pittsburgh DJ - Cake Cutting Songs

2010-03-05T10:44:00.000-05:00

This weeks top ten list features cake cutting songs. For the list of top fifty cake cutting songs click here.

1	Archies	Sugar, Sugar
2	Taylor, James	How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)
3	Def Leppard	Pour Some Sugar On Me
4	U2	Sweetest Thing
5	Mraz, Jason	I'm Yours
6	Beatles	When I'm Sixty-Four
7	Cole, Nat King	L-O-V-E
8	Benatar, Pat	Hit Me With Your Best Shot
9	Johnson, Jack	Better Together
10	Mraz, Jason & Colbie Caillat	Lucky

Our Pittsburgh DJ service can help you in the planning of your wedding reception. Visit our website or call us at 412-672-4899

Pittsburgh DJ - Garter Songs

2010-02-26T10:39:00.000-05:00

This top ten list is a combined list of songs for either the garter removal by the groom or the putting on of the garter by the gentleman who catches it. For the full list of the top fifty songs in this category click here.

1	Queen	Another One Bites The Dust
2	Gaye, Marvin	Let's Get It On
3	ZZ Top	Legs
4	Yello	Oh Yeah
5	Hot Chocolate	You Sexy Thing
6	Timberlake, Justin	Sexyback
7	Cocker, Joe	You Can Leave Your Hat On
8	Rose, David And His Orchestra	The Stripper
9	Def Leppard	Pour Some Sugar On Me
10	Right Said Fred	I'm Too Sexy

For more good reception planning information visit our Pittsburgh DJ website.

Wedding Budget Statistics

2010-02-22T14:13:00.003-05:00

Here are some interesting wedding budget statistics.

2009 WEDDING BUDGET SURVEY RESULTS

In 2009, $28,385 was the average wedding budget in the US (not including the honeymoon) reflecting less than a 5% decrease from 2008.

"As the economy continues to affect consumer spending, brides remain committed to planning a memorable event and are thoughtfully cutting back," said Carley Roney, editor in chief of The Knot Inc. "Approximately one third of brides who had a wedding in 2009 said that the economy had impacted their overall wedding plans."

Category * Average Spend 2009
Reception Venue $12,838
Reception Band $3,288
Reception DJ $892
Photographer $2,444
Videographer $1,481
Wedding/Event Planner $1,728
Wedding Gown $1,134
Florist/Decor $2,093
Invitations $509
Wedding Cake $559
Ceremony Musicians $451
Catering (cost per head) $63
Wedding Day Transportation $692
Favors $292
Rehearsal Dinner $1,163
Engagement Ring $5,847

*Respondents who hired professional vendor, purchased items, or had them professionally made

The full article, based on statistics from the Knot, can be found here.

After reading this article, I feel that Entertainment Tonite and Curt's Photography continue to offer great value on our wedding services to Pittsburgh area brides. Our Pittsburgh DJ, video and photography packages start at or below the national averages.

In addition to our competitive pricing you will also get our experienced wedding professionals. Our family owned and operated business has been providing outstanding wedding services to Pittsburgh area couples for over twenty years.

Your wedding day is a once-in-a-life-time event. Don't trust this event to just anyone with a cheap rate and a website. Look to work with the wedding professionals who have provided area couples with outstanding VALUE for over twenty years. Call Entertainment Tonite / Curt's Photography today! 412-672-4899.

Pittsburgh DJ - Bouquet Toss Songs

2010-02-19T10:34:00.001-05:00

This week's top ten features the top ten songs used for the bouquet toss.

1	Beyonce	Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
2	Lauper, Cyndi	Girls Just Want To Have Fun
3	Weather Girls	It's Raining Men
4	Benatar, Pat	Hit Me With Your Best Shot
5	Kool & The Gang	Ladies Night
6	Mcbride, Martina	This One's For The Girls
7	Queen	Another One Bites The Dust
8	Dixie Cups	Chapel Of Love
9	Motley Crue	Girls, Girls, Girls
10	No Doubt	Just A Girl

For the top fifty list of boquet toss songs click here. If you would like more information on our Pittsburgh DJ service please visit our website.

Visit us Sunday at the Bridal Show

2010-02-16T13:27:00.003-05:00

Visit us this Sunday at Cavanaugh's Bridal Show at the Sheraton Four Points in Greensburg. You can pre-register for the show by visiting www.brideshow.com. They are also offering discount tickets.

We will be displaying our wedding photography, videography and DJ services. We will be offering show special pricing, so stop by and tell us about your wedding!

Pittsburgh DJ - Bridal Party Songs

2010-02-12T10:30:00.000-05:00

Here is a top ten list of the most requested bridal party introduction songs. These songs are used to introduce the bridal party on to the dance floor after the bride and groom have shared their first dance. Click here for a list of the top fifty bridal party songs.

1	Black Eyed Peas	I Gotta Feeling
2	Cupid	Cupid Shuffle
3	Black Eyed Peas	Let's Get It Started
4	Brooks, Garth	Friends In Low Places
5	Sister Sledge	We Are Family
6	Kool & The Gang	Celebration
7	Johnson, Jack	Better Together
8	Cocker, Joe	With A Little Help From My Friends
9	King, Ben E.	Stand By Me
10	Armstrong, Louis	What A Wonderful World

Visit our website for more information on our Pittsburgh DJ service.

Pittsburgh DJ - Online Planning Tools

2010-02-09T17:05:00.002-05:00

The Pittsburgh wedding DJs at Entertainment Tonite realize how time consuming planning a wedding reception can be. With that fact in mind, we put together a package of planning tools that will help in planning your reception.

Visit the reception planning page at our website to browse our music library and build a playlist, create a detailed event time line or work on our interactive planning form to get all of the details of your reception just right.

After you finish working on your forms, just save your work and a copy of the form will automatically be sent to your Entertainment Tonite disc jockey. You can go back to the forms and make changes at any time and your updates will also get sent to your DJ.

Your DJ will go over all of the information that you have sent him in your pre-wedding day consultation. The forms and this meeting will help ensure a smooth flowing and fun reception for you and your guests.

Pittsburgh DJ - Mother / Son Songs

2010-02-05T10:24:00.001-05:00

Here's a list of the top ten mother / son dance songs. For more useful Pittsburgh wedding DJ information visit our website.

1	Rascal Flatts	My Wish
2	Armstrong, Louis	What A Wonderful World
3	Boyz II Men	A Song For Mama
4	Beatles	In My Life
5	Womack, Lee Ann	I Hope You Dance
6	Lynyrd Skynyrd	Simple Man
7	Dion, Celine	Because You Loved Me
8	Groban, Josh	You Raise Me Up
9	Rogers, Kenny	Through The Years
10	Cole, Natalie With Nat King Cole	Unforgettable

To view the top 50 mother / son dance songs click here.

Thanks for visiting with us at the Bridal Show

2010-02-01T16:49:00.003-05:00

Entertainment Tonite and Curt's Photography want to thank everyone who stopped by our booth this weekend at the Cavanaugh's Bridal Show. We really enjoyed meeting so many couples who are excited about planning their weddings!

I just want to remind everyone that the show specials on our Pittsburgh DJ service will only last until the end of February. And because of the great response at this weekend's show, we already have several more 2010 dates on which all of our DJs are booked.

Contact us today to lock in our best rates for the 2010 and 2011 wedding seasons! Our number is 412-672-4899.

Pittsburgh DJ - Father / Daughter Songs

2010-01-29T10:19:00.001-05:00

This weeks top ten list features father / daughter dance songs. To view a list of the top 50 father daughter dance songs click here.

1	Heartland	I Loved Her First
2	Mcgraw, Tim	My Little Girl
3	Carlisle, Bob	Butterfly Kisses
4	Temptations	My Girl
5	Armstrong, Louis	What A Wonderful World
6	Rascal Flatts	My Wish
7	Chapman, Steven Curtis	Cinderella
8	Sinatra, Frank	The Way You Look Tonight
9	Simon, Paul	Father And Daughter
10	Cole, Natalie With Nat King Cole	Unforgettable

Visit our Pittsburgh DJ website for more information on our wedding DJ service.

Pittsburgh DJ - Top Ten First Dance Songs

2010-01-22T10:06:00.004-05:00

Over the next several weeks I will post a top ten list of the most requested songs from 2009 in a given category. This week's list features top ten first dance songs. To see a list of the top 50 most requested first dance songs of 2009 click here.

1	Paisley, Brad	Then
2	James, Etta	At Last
3	Rascal Flatts	Bless The Broken Road
4	Mraz, Jason & Colbie Caillat	Lucky
5	Buble, Michael	Everything
6	Johnson, Jack	Better Together
7	Lonestar	Amazed
8	Black Eyed Peas	I Gotta Feeling
9	Mraz, Jason	I'm Yours
10	Urban, Keith	Making Memories Of Us

Visit our website to see how Entertainment Tonite's Pittsburgh DJ service can help make your wedding reception spectacular.

Pittsburgh DJ - Erin & Ian Follow Up

2010-01-18T13:48:00.005-05:00

I just wanted to follow-up my post about Erin and Ian's wedding reception. I got an email from Erin over the weekend that I wanted to share.

"Everything was perfect! I absolutely loved the music choices. I also really appreciated all of the guidance throughout the reception. We could not have asked for more in a DJ. We are recommending Entertainment Tonite to everyone!"

It's always nice to hear from satisfied clients!

If you're looking for a Pittsburgh DJ, give us a call or visit our website. Saturday dates for 2010 are going fast, contact us today.

Looking for a Pittsburgh DJ?

2010-01-18T11:07:00.000-05:00

The wedding planning season is upon us. Many couples will be attending bridal shows, booking reception venues and sampling cakes. These are all important activities that will help ensure the success of your once-in-a-lifetime-day.

One often overlooked aspect of planning for your wedding day is selecting your reception entertainment. Within one week after their reception 78% of brides would have made the entertainment their highest priority! Click here to read the full survey results.

I have listed 5 items that every couple should look for when selecting their wedding DJ. Follow this link for the full article.

The staff at Entertainment Tonite wishes you all the best in your wedding planning. If we can be of help, please give us a call at 412-672-4899. In addition to our Pittsburgh DJ service we also offer wedding videography and wedding photography services.

Cavanaugh's BrideShow

2010-01-16T10:46:00.015-05:00

I just wanted to share a video that I shot and edited for Cavanaugh's BrideShow. The show will be at the Hilton Hotel in Pittsburgh on January 30 - 31. Entertainment Tonite and Curt's Photography will be in attendance.

Stop by our booth and get information on our Pittsburgh DJ, wedding photography and wedding videography services. We hope to see you there.

Here's a link for more information on the show.

Pittsburgh DJ - Erin & Ian 1/8/10

2010-01-11T09:31:00.004-05:00

When I had my pre-wedding day consultation (which is a standard feature of our Pittsburgh DJ service) with Erin and Ian they told my both of their families and all of their friends liked to party. They were right! The dance floor was packed all night.

The bride and groom wanted a nice mix of older wedding classics and new dance music. This provided an opportunity for everyone to hear and dance to some of their personal favorites.

The couple and the bridal party entered the ballroom at the Crown Plaza Pittsburgh South to Jay Sean's "Down" and immediately proceeded with the blessing and toasts. During dinner I played a mix of adult contemporary and songs from jazz singers like Michael Bubble and Frank Sinatra.

Erin and Ian shared their first dance together to the song, "You Are Everything" by Matthew West. For the father daughter dance Erin chose "The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra. Ian chose "What a Wonderful World" by Louie Armstrong for the dance with his mother.

They were a great couple to work with and all of the staff at Entertainment Tonite wish them the best of luck!

Pittsburgh DJ - Bridal Show Specials

2010-01-10T13:14:00.000-05:00

Entertainment Tonite 's Pittsburgh DJ service is offering two bridal show specials for this season's shows.

Special One:
$100 dollars off our Platinum DJ service. Our Platinum package is normally $1,299, with the discount the package sells for $1,199. This package includes five hours of DJ service, dance floor lighting, access to our on line planning forms and playlists and a pre-wedding day consultation with your DJ. The package also lets you choose two of our popular add-ons.

The add-ons to choose from are: GOBO projection service, uplighting, an extra sound system for your ceremony or cocktail hour or our photo montage love story. Again you can choose any TWO of these add-ons.

Visit our Pittsburgh DJ Lighting page for more information on GOBOs and uplighting. Also, visit our Pittsburgh DJ Photo Montage page to see a sample of our love story videos.

You will save up to $300 dollars by using the Platinum package discount.

Special Two:
This special gives you six hours of DJ service (instead of five) and the choice of any add-on. This package would normally sell for $1,349. The Bridal Show Special price is $1,099.

Contact Entertainment Tonite at 412-672-4899 to reserve your date.

Off-Peak Wedding Discounts

2010-01-04T12:48:00.009-05:00

Entertainment Tonite and Curt's Photography offer discounts on our wedding services for couples who are getting married during off-peak times of the year.

We consider weddings from November 1 through March 31 and all Friday and Sunday weddings to be off-peak. Curt's Photography also gives a $300 April discount and a $200 May discount on any wedding photography package.

What this means for you is that if your wedding falls on any of the off-peak dates listed above; you will receive a 20% discount on any photography package, $200 off any wedding DJ package and 20% off any edited video package!

Call us today at 412-672-4899 to reserve your date.

2009 Top 10 Requests

2009-12-30T18:05:00.004-05:00

Here is a list of Entertainment Tonite's top ten wedding requests for 2009.

1 AC/DC You Shook Me All Night Long
2 Journey Don't Stop Believin'
3 Bon Jovi Livin' On A Prayer
4 Def Leppard Pour Some Sugar On Me
5 Lady Gaga Feat. Colby O'donis Just Dance
6 Morrison, Van Brown Eyed Girl
7 B-52's Love Shack
8 Timberlake, Justin Sexyback
9 Lynyrd Skynyrd Sweet Home Alabama
10 Beyonce Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)

For a list of the top 200 most requested songs visit Entertainment Tonite's online music playlist.

Instant Price Quote

2009-12-30T13:57:00.004-05:00

Entertainment Tonite knows that this time of year is a very busy time for couples as they start to plan their weddings. While only about 7 percent of American couples choose to marry in December, 19 percent of couples become engaged during the holidays, a 2004 study from the Condé Nast Bridal Group reported.

With this fact in mind, Entertainment Tonite and Curt's Photography want to make it easy for couples who are working on their wedding budget. We feel that couples shouldn't have to jump through hoops to get a quote on wedding services.

Here's a link to our instant price quote generator. This tool will give couples a good idea of our prices for Pittsburgh wedding DJ, wedding video and wedding photography services.

Of course we would be happy to customize an individual package, but the quote generator is a good place to start pricing our wedding services.

Pittsburgh DJ - Follow up from 12/5/09

2009-12-28T11:06:00.009-05:00

I just wanted to post the nice compliment I got from Bobby Thompson on my Pittsburgh wedding DJ, uplightng and monogram projection services. Bobby and his wife Megan had their reception on December 5th at Phipps Conservatory. To see more information on the reception click here.

All in all it was a great night and Tracy did a great job. We couldn't have been happier with the extra effort he put in to make the GOBO work as well as it did and the music during the cocktail hour and dancing hours was great. Not to mention the price we got it for. Thanks!! Bobby Thompson.

Pittsburgh DJ - GOBOs and Uplighting

2009-12-26T17:56:00.003-05:00

Here is a really nice photo of the uplighting and custom GOBO projection service that Entertainment Tonite offers. More and more of our Pittsburgh wedding DJ clients are interested our accent lighting and monogram projection services. Check out the lighting page at our website for more photos and information.

Pittsburgh Wedding DJ - 12/19/09

2009-12-21T13:00:00.015-05:00

Entertainment Tonite's Pittsburgh DJ service was at DiSalvo's Station Restaurant in Latrobe on Saturday, December 19 for the Neil / Legge wedding reception.

DiSalvo's, a nationally registered historic landmark, is a wonderful choice for a wedding reception. The food and the service are outstanding.

In keeping with the Christmas theme, the bridal party entrance music was Tran-Siberian Orchestra's, "Wizards in Winter". The music for cocktails and dinner was a mix of songs (including Christmas favorites) from jazz singers such as Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett.

Chelsea and Anthony shared their first dance to the song, "As Time Goes By", by Frank Sinatra. The dance music was a mix of current top 40 along with wedding favorites like the Cha Cha Slide.

This was the third Christmas themed wedding reception that I performed at this year. I've got to say that at all three events the decor was beautiful, the service was great and a good time was had by all!

Happy holidays!

Pittsburgh Wedding DJ - 12/12/09

2009-12-19T17:20:00.000-05:00

This image is a photo taken with my iphone from the Young / Ryland wedding reception on December 12. The Holy Cross Banquet Hall in Mt Lebanon was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Entertainment Tonite's Pittsburgh DJ service provided the music.

The bridal party's entrance music was, "I Gotta a Feeling", by the Black Eyed Peas. Marci and Robert entered the hall and immediately shared their first dance. The song they chose was, "You Are" by Jimmy Wayne. The bride and groom selected a wide range of music for dancing, everything from 60's music and Motown to current top 40. The party was still hopping when the night came to a close.

Here are just a few more iphone pictures of the hall. It really looked great!

Pittsburgh Wedding DJ - 12/5/09

2009-12-14T16:54:00.001-05:00

This image, taken with my iphone, is from the Baloh / Thompson wedding reception that was at Phipps Conservatory on December 5. In addition to our regular DJ service, Entertainment Tonite provided the custom GOBO. We also provided an additional disc jockey set up for the couple's cocktail hour, which was in a different room at Phipps.

The people at Phipps were great hosts and the venue was spectacular. After Megan and Bobby's "Penn State Themed" entrance they shared their first dance together to the song, "You are the Best Thing". Once the dance floor was opened the couple, the bridal party and the guests kept the floor packed all night.

Custom Wedding GOBOs

2009-12-14T16:39:00.008-05:00

Entertainment Tonite's Pittsburgh DJ service is now offering custom GOBO design and projection services. The image to the left is just one example of our custom GOBO work. This GOBO service is becoming a very popular wedding DJ add-on.

Area couples are using custom GOBOs of their names or initials to add a dramatic flair to their reception decor. Currently we are limiting our GOBO service to one event per weekend, so call today to book a custom GOBO for your reception.

Visit the custom lighting page on our wesite for more information.

Pittsburgh Photographer/University Club Oakland

2009-12-01T15:37:00.007-05:00

Curt's Photography was at another elegant wedding reception facility this past weekend. The University Club is one of Pittsburgh’s premier location for weddings, banquets and conferences. Located in the center of the University of Pittsburgh's Oakland Campus. This facility offer the bridal couple many different photography locations around the area. To view photos click Here.

Pittsburgh Wedding Photographer / Grand Hall At The Priory

2009-10-05T13:13:00.003-04:00

Curt's Photography was at the Grand Hall at The Priory last weekend. The Grand Hall Combines a 19th-century elegance and sophistication with all of the 20th-century amenities, Pittsburgh's Grand Hall at The Priory is one of the area's most distinctive meeting and banquet facilities.To view Photos click Here

Curt's Photography / New H.S. Senior Site

2009-09-25T22:02:00.005-04:00

Curt's Photography has designed a new blog site dedicated to High School Seniors. Information includes; package prices, session fees, and a sample photo gallery. To view blog go to http://curtsphoto.blogspot.com

Curt's Photography is the official photographer for McKeesport Area High School.

Pittsburgh Wedding Photography

2009-08-15T23:20:00.009-04:00

Curt's Photography had a elegant wedding today. The bridal couple went to multiple Pittsburgh Locations between church and reception (which was at Sheraton Station Square). Here are a few photos.

Ways to Save On A Pittsburgh Wedding

2009-08-05T12:15:00.002-04:00

With the average American wedding costing a whopping $29,334, according to a 2008 survey by www.weddingchannel.com, getting hitched can be financially crippling during tough economic times. Naturally, many engaged couples are looking for places to cut costs, experts say. To continue this article click Here.

What Is a Professional Photographer?

2009-07-27T12:13:00.005-04:00

Several types of professional photographers work in the community around you. Your local newspaper may have a staff photojournalist filling the pages with story-telling images. At the hospital, a medical photographer may be documenting cell growth under a microscope, while at a local park a wedding photographer may be creating elegant photos for a bridal couple. There are photographers that specialize in different areas of photography and they are all called Professional Photographers. Make sure you hire a Pittsburgh Wedding Photograper that has experience photographing weddings. A big mistake alot of bridal couples make is to hirer a friend or someone they know because he or she is a photographer for this or that but not a wedding photographer. Experience and knowledge of how a wedding flows, when things should take place, posing the bridal couple and or groups, and guiding the bridal couple through out the day is not going to be done right with out the Professional Wedding Photographer.

Pittsburgh Wedding Photography, Videography, Disc Jockey / Bridal Show Benifits and Specials

2009-07-21T12:48:00.004-04:00

Curt's Photography / Entertainment Tonite will be featured Vendors at the upcoming Pittsburgh Wedding Bridal Shows. The first show is on Aug. 9,2009 at Marriott City Center. Second is on Sept. 20,2009 at Monroeville Convention Center. Curt's Pittsburgh Wedding Photography and Entertainment Tonite's Pittsburgh Wedding Videography will be showcased.
To view bridal show specials click Here.

Wedding Photographer / July 4th Pittsburgh Wedding

2009-07-07T14:35:00.004-04:00

Curt's Photography photographed a wedding on the 4th of July at the Sheraton Station Square. Here is one of the fireworks photo that I captured. To view more photographs at the Sheraton St. Sq. click Here.

Pittsburgh DJ - Top Ten Songs from the '80s

2009-07-06T17:38:00.004-04:00

As a Pittsburgh wedding DJ, I take a lot of song requests. Over the past several weeks I have shared top ten lists of favorite wedding dance songs as well as lists of top ten songs by decade. Here are my top ten most requested songs from the 1980s.

1 AC/DC You Shook Me All Night Long
2 B-52's Love Shack
3 Bon Jovi Livin' On A Prayer
4 Def Leppard Pour Some Sugar On Me
5 Journey Don't Stop Believin'
6 Kool & The Gang Celebration
7 Jackson, Michael Billie Jean
8 Lauper, Cyndi Girls Just Want To Have Fun
9 Loggins, Kenny Footloose
10 Armstrong, Louis What A Wonderful World

Pittsburgh Photographer / 2008 Sample Weddings

2009-06-30T12:45:00.005-04:00

Curt's Photography has put together a few recent sample weddings from 2008. Here is 8 full day weddings for your viewing. Most of the weddings are in and around Pittsburgh Locations.

To view this recent weddings click Here.

Pittsburgh DJ - Top Ten Songs from the '70s

2009-06-29T11:07:00.004-04:00

This week we move into the era of bell bottoms and disco as I post Entertainment Tonite's top ten most requested songs from the 1970s.

1 Lynyrd Skynyrd Sweet Home Alabama
2 Clapton, Eric Wonderful Tonight
3 ABBA Dancing Queen
4 Sister Sledge We Are Family
5 Village People Y.M.C.A.
6 Commodores Brick House
7 Bee Gees Stayin' Alive
8 Seger, Bob Old Time Rock & Roll
9 Wild Cherry Play That Funky Music
10 Jackson, Michael Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough

Pittsburgh Wedding Videography - Music Edits 3

2009-06-29T10:49:00.004-04:00

Here is the final installment of my three part series on creative use of music in our Pittsburgh wedding videos. At Entertainment Tonite, we pride ourselves on creating unique videos for all of our clients.

In this video, the father of the groom performed a song that he had written for the occasion. We combined the song with footage of the bride and groom's departure from Westwood Golf Club.

Pittsburgh Photographer / Heinz Chapel

2009-06-24T17:50:00.004-04:00

Curt's Photography recently photographed another wedding at Heinz Chapel. The bridal couple met each other early in the afternoon for photographs of their families, bridal party, and outside Photos in and around Pittsburgh. Since their ceremony was a 6:30 start there wasn't a lot of time for much after. To view this wedding click here. To view more sample weddings from Heinz Chapel and other notable Pittsburgh locations click here .

Pittsburgh DJ - Top Ten Songs from the '60s

2009-06-22T16:03:00.004-04:00

This week I thought I'd go back in time and give you a list of my most requested songs from the 1960s. As an experienced Pittsburgh DJ, I find that it's a good idea to play a wide range of music at wedding receptions.

1 Morrison, Van Brown Eyed Girl
2 Diamond, Neil Sweet Caroline
3 James, Etta At Last
4 Sinatra, Frank The Way You Look Tonight
5 Beatles Twist And Shout
6 Foundations Build Me Up Buttercup
7 Presley, Elvis Can't Help Falling In Love
8 Temptations My Girl
9 Righteous Brothers Unchained Melody
10 Checker, Chubby The Twist

Next week we'll look at the most requested songs from the 1970s.

Pittsburgh Wedding Videography - Music Edits

2009-06-13T11:35:00.006-04:00

This is the second of three posts about Entertainment Tonite's wedding videography editing style. The previous post showed video of the bridal preparation along with a song that was sung during the ceremony.

This post shows the bride singing a song during the ceremony, in addtion to footage of the bride singing we have also used post ceremony video at the church and video of the couple's cocktail hour at Westwood Golf Club.

Pittsburgh DJ - Garter Removal Top Ten

2009-06-13T11:31:00.004-04:00

This week I'll offer you a list of our Pittsburgh DJ top ten garter removal songs.

1 Queen Another One Bites The Dust
2 Gaye, Marvin Let's Get It On
3 ZZ Top Legs
4 Hot Chocolate You Sexy Thing
5 Yello Oh Yeah
6 Tone Loc Wild Thing
7 Right Said Fred I'm Too Sexy
8 Rose, David And His Orchestra The Stripper
9 Hendrix, Jimi Foxey Lady
10 Schifrin, Lalo Theme From "Mission: Impossible"

Unique Music for Your Pittsburgh Wedding Video

2009-06-06T17:23:00.006-04:00

Many couples have wonderful music performed at their ceremonies and receptions. At Entertainment Tonite, we want to use this music in creative ways when editing wedding videos.

Over the next several weeks I will post three different video segments from the White / Szepesi wedding. Each of these segments contains a song that was performed on the couple's wedding day.

The first video features a song from the matron of honor's husband. Rather than show him singing this song, we used footage of the bride preparing for her wedding day.

Pittsburgh DJ - Top Boquet Toss Songs

2009-06-06T17:04:00.004-04:00

This is another in a series of my previous Pittsburgh DJ posts on wedding reception music. This post features the top ten boquet toss songs.

1 Lauper, Cyndi Girls Just Want To Have Fun
2 Beyonce Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
3 Weather Girls It's Raining Men
4 Benatar, Pat Hit Me With Your Best Shot
5 Kool & The Gang Ladies Night
6 Mcbride, Martina This One's For The Girls
7 Queen Another One Bites The Dust
8 Twain, Shania Man! I Feel Like A Woman!
9 No Doubt Just A Girl
10 Beastie Boys Hey Ladies

Pittsburgh Wedding Photographer/Grand Concourse Pittsburgh

2009-06-02T14:09:00.002-04:00

Pittsburgh wedding photographer Curt Painter, owner of Curt's Photography, has compiled a collection of photographs featuring the Grand Concourse . Located in the historic Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad Station, the Grand Concourse offers unique locations in and around the restaurant. The Grand Concourse is the perfect setting for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners and other special events. To view more photos from the 2007 wedding season at the Grand Concourse , click here.

Pittsburgh DJ - Mother Son Dance Songs

2009-05-05T17:17:00.005-04:00

This is a continuation of my previous Pittsburgh DJ posts on wedding reception music. This post features the top ten mother/son dance songs.

1 Armstrong, Louis What A Wonderful World
2 Rascal Flatts My Wish
3 Boyz II Men A Song For Mama
4 Womack, Lee Ann I Hope You Dance
5 Beatles In My Life
6 Rogers, Kenny Through The Years
7 Dion, Celine Because You Loved Me
8 Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man
9 Stewart, Rod Have I Told You Lately
10 Groban, Josh You Raise Me Up

For more information on my Pittsburgh wedding DJ service, visit my website. Next week I'll have the top ten cake cutting songs.

Pittsburgh DJ - Father Daughter Dance Songs

2009-04-20T09:48:00.007-04:00

This is the next installment of my series on the most requested wedding songs. As a DJ in Pittsburgh, I perform at a lot of weddings. For many of these weddings couples struggle with choosing music for their special dances. The week's top ten list features songs for the father/daughter dance.

1 Heartland I Loved Her First
2 Mcgraw, Tim My Little Girl
3 Armstrong, Louis What A Wonderful World
4 Carlisle, Bob Butterfly Kisses
5 Temptations My Girl
6 Rascal Flatts My Wish
7 Chapman, Steven Curtis Cinderella
8 Sinatra, Frank The Way You Look Tonight
9 Cole, Natalie With Nat King Cole Unforgettable
10 Dion, Celine Because You Loved Me

You can view the entire 50 song list by clicking here. You can get more information about our Pittsburgh DJ service by visiting our website.

Pittsburgh DJ - Wedding Uplighting

2009-04-13T18:03:00.023-04:00

Using uplighting at wedding receptions in the Pittsburgh area seems to be a hot new trend. At Entertainment Tonite, we have added uplighting as a new add on to our Pittsburgh DJ service.

Here are before and after pictures of the bridal table at a recent wedding where I used the up lights.

As you can see, uplighting can add a dramatic flair to your wedding reception decorating.

Uplighting can be purchased as an add on to our wedding DJ service for as little as $100. Call us today to discuss your uplighting needs.

Pittsburgh Photography/ Coffee Table Albums

2009-04-13T15:36:00.005-04:00

Pittsburgh wedding photography albums have changed a lot in the past five years. The modern Pittsburgh bride's album of choice is the coffee table album. Curt's Photography uses only quality fine art Coffee Table Albums in all of our wedding photo packages. Coffee table albums offer an elegant look, along with an artistic layout, to make your wedding photos as unique as your wedding day itself. Curt Painter, owner of Curt's Photography, will artistically design, print, and publish all fine art coffee table albums. Photographer of the Pittsburgh area for over 20 years, let Curt's Photography show you how to Trust and Depend on us to...make your memories last a lifetime!!!

Wedding Music Lists - Most Requested Songs

2009-04-11T10:52:00.006-04:00

I find that sometimes couples have a difficult time selecting music for the special dances at their wedding receptions. With this fact in mind, over the next several weeks I will post top ten lists in many categories of special dance songs.

These lists are dynamically compiled based on online requests made over the past year at thousands of events around the world, where #1 is the most requested song.

There are 50 songs in each category, but for the sake of brevity I will only be posting the top ten. You can see the full list in each category by visiting the most requested songs page on my website.

For more information on my Pittsburgh DJ service please visit my website. You will find plenty of useful information that will help you in planning your wedding reception and selecting a DJ that's right for you.

The list below is first dance songs. I will have another top ten list posted next week.

1 James, Etta At Last
2 Rascal Flatts Bless The Broken Road
3 Big & Rich Lost In This Moment
4 Lonestar Amazed
5 Buble, Michael Everything
6 Johnson, Jack Better Together
7 Mcgraw, Tim My Best Friend
8 Mcgraw, Tim With Faith Hill It's Your Love
9 Chesney, Kenny Me And You
10 Urban, Keith Making Memories Of Us

Selecting a Pittsburgh DJ

2009-03-18T17:06:00.001-04:00

Deciding on the right entertainment will go a long way towards making your wedding reception a fun and exciting event. Many Pittsburgh brides choose to hire a wedding disc jockey. Disc Jockeys can play a wide variety of music and can act as a master of ceremonies at your reception.

With so many Djs in the Pittsburgh area, how can you be sure you'll choose the right one? This article, A Guide to Pittsburgh DJ Service will help in your search to find the perfect wedding disc jockey.

Pittsburgh Photographer / Wedding Event Cards

2009-02-26T14:38:00.004-05:00

Use this unique idea to thank your guest for attending your wedding. Also, friends and family members will want to see your wedding images online. This elegant card is a perfect way to inform your guests on how and when to view your images, along with a personalized keepsake from your special day. To continue Curt's Photography article click here.

Most Requested Songs

2009-02-18T12:16:00.004-05:00

Many couples that I work with are looking for song suggestions to play for the special moments and dances at their receptions. With that in mind, I want to introduce a new feature that Entertainment Tonite has just added to its music song search library.

We now offer several most requested song lists. In addition to our wedding top 200, we now offer the fifty most requested songs for each decade from the 60's through today. We also offer the most requested bride/groom, father/daughter, mother/son dances as well as the most requested bridal party, cake cutting, bouquet and garter toss songs.

Visit the DJ Tools page on our website to access this and many other tools to help you plan your wedding and reception. You can visit this page directly by clicking here.

Our Prices

2009-02-12T10:58:00.003-05:00

You can now check the prices on all of our wedding services by visiting our website. Whether you need Pittsburgh wedding photography service, Pittsburgh wedding video service or Pittsburgh DJ service, you can check our prices and options right on line!

Click here to explore our prices.

Pittsburgh DJ Tools

2009-02-03T10:50:00.003-05:00

Working with your Pittsburgh DJ from Entertainment Tonite has never been easier. Now, in addition to your free pre-wedding day consultation, you can plan out your event time line and pick out your music online!

By using our free DJ Tools set you can search our 85,000 song library for the music you want to hear (and do not want to hear) at your reception. You can also use our unique on line forms to plan out all the events of your party.

Our tool set will also allow you to check our availability and get a free price quote. Visit our on line DJ Tools web page today and see how it can help make planning your reception easier!

$995 HD Wedding Video

2009-01-28T10:44:00.004-05:00

Entertainment Tonite is now offering HD wedding video! Full day coverage starts at only $995. Visit our website to see our HD wedding demo.

HD is fast becoming the format of choice for today's bride. Call us today to reserve your wedding date or to schedule a no-obligation appointment to view our state-of-the-art HD wedding videos.

Our New Wedding Services Newsletter

2009-01-28T10:29:00.003-05:00

Sign up for our FREE Wedding Services Newsletter and receive discounts and special offers from Entertainment Tonite's Pittsburgh DJ service, wedding video service and Curt's Photography. You will also receive free offers from other wedding professionals and wedding planning articles from local and national wedding experts.

Click this link to subscribe

Purchasing Image Files / Pittsburgh Photography

2009-01-06T13:07:00.003-05:00

Digital cameras have changed wedding photography in so many wonderful ways. From the photographer to the bridal couple, the advantages to digital photography benefits everyone.

One trend that I find almost 80% of my couples ask about or end up purchasing along with their wedding alb. package is their image files. To continue article click Here

Pittsburgh Photography/Heinz History Center

2008-12-05T17:52:00.010-05:00

The Heinz History Center is one of Pittsburgh's newer wedding reception facilities. It's location in the Strip District, allows couples to take advantage of Pittsburgh's wonderful photo scenes.

The History Center presents the most compelling stories from American history with a Western Pennsylvania connection, all in an interactive environment perfect for weddings and social events.

A Guide to Pittsburgh Wedding Photography

2008-11-09T12:11:00.003-05:00

This article is designed to give you an overview of different wedding photography styles, and other thoughts on Pittsburgh wedding photography. Included in the article are brief definitions of each style, what is popular, and a few questions to help you choose the type of photography and photographer that is right for you . To read the article click here.

Pittsburgh Wedding Photography at Heinz Chapel

2008-10-14T19:36:00.008-04:00

Pittsburgh's Heinz Chapel is one of the most elegant and popular wedding ceremony sites in the Pittsburgh area. The chapel is located in the Oakland area of Pittsburgh, on the University of Pittsburgh campus. This unique chapel offers a variety of artistic photo opportunities. To view recent photos of Heinz Chapel click here.

Top Ten Photo Tips For Guests

2008-09-19T12:36:00.006-04:00

How can you let your guests get great shots at the wedding while helping your wedding photojournalist get his or hers as well? Fortunately, the two goals are not mutually exclusive. Curt's Photography weighs in with professional tips and techniques that your wedding guests can use to kick their personal photos up a few notches, while ensuring that their efforts will not detract from the “official” photos produced by the hired photographer.

10. FLASH ON/FLASH OFF
Do you know how to turn off the flash on your personal camera, or change its settings to best suit the lighting at a given moment? What about your guests? Encourage them to get to know their cameras if you know they’ll want to play shutterbug at the wedding. For an outdoor wedding, however, flash is the way to go. In the light of day, your camera will turn its flash off. Become familiar with the settings and turn it on. This can help decrease shadows that are visible only once the picture is developed. At nighttime, the flash is of course necessary to garner the best results.

9. FLATTER YOUR SUBJECTS
We’re speaking aesthetically, of course! Yet it can’t hurt to compliment them, as wedding guests who feel confident in front of the camera make better subjects. While their self-assuredness isn’t something you can control, you can control where you place them. It’s best to capture your subjects in a soft light. There’s a reason you notice how lovely your partner looks from across the table at a dimly lit restaurant. While you may think it has to do with the martinis you’ve been drinking (and to a degree, it may), it has more to do with the lighting. Though you don’t want the light to be too low, a nice soft glow is ideal. Try to stay out of direct sunlight. Sunset is the perfect time to capture people at their best.

8. DON’T COMPETE FOR A SHOT
There are some moments at a wedding everyone wants to remember, but even as an amateur photographer, you don’t want to jostle someone and ruin their shot for the sake of your own! While you may want to capture those picture-perfect moments as badly as the professional photographer, he’s the one the B&G have hired. Try to be conscientious of him. Know where he is standing and how your flash may affect his work. If you are flashing away at the same subject as the professional photographer, the light from your camera may throw his off. If you find yourself shoulder to shoulder with him, simply ask if you’re in the way. A little courtesy can go a long way.

7. RESPECT THE FORMAL PHOTOS
Although hiring a wedding photojournalist means expecting a very different style from typical formal wedding photography, the posed family photos are still an important part of the day for some. So as a guest, this is the time to step back and allow the professional the room he or she needs.

6. GET CLOSER
The problem I notice most of the time is that people are not close enough to what they’re trying to photograph. Seventy percent of most people’s wedding photography-related issues stem from that problem. You’re standing way far away, take a shot, and then you find all this stuff in the picture you didn’t want.

5. BE READY FOR ANYTHING
Most good photos depend on a little bit of luck, says Porter Gifford. The pleasure of photography is you couldn’t plan on everything; you just have to be there and be in the moment. Plenty of surprises happen during a couple’s big day. Just keep your eyes open, try to anticipate what may happen next, and you’re bound to capture some of them!

4. TELL A STORY
A lot happens during the course of the wedding day. There are countless moments to capture a “story.” Look for them. Place yourself in the mind of the storyteller, watching events as they unfold. Find those opportunities in which the guests of honor and their guests interact in interesting and exciting ways. For instance, a great photo may be of the B&G leading their guests in a particular dance or the ring bearer who’s lost his direction down the aisle. Be prepared to capture those moments that stand out.

3. CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIVE
One of the first assignments you get in Photography 101 is to shoot without looking, because you’ll get nice surprises that way, an image framed in an unusual way. And with a digital camera, that kind of experiment doesn’t cost you anything. Change the level of the camera! Bend down, hold it up above you or off to the side. Change the vantage point and see what that does for your picture. The result? A happy bride in a sea of jubilant arms, with a wedding guest’s camera punctuating the scene in a burst of light.

2. RESPECT YOUR SURROUNDINGS—AND THE WEDDING PHOTOJOURNALIST
Often, guests will get caught up in the moment and forget that the purpose of the wedding is not for them to capture the perfect shot. People get aggressive and excited, want to photograph their friend or cousin. Look around the room, especially during the ceremony. If you feel like you want to step out into the action and take a picture make sure you’re not getting in the photographer’s way. It’s something you can check out with some easy, non-verbal communication.

1. BE CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
Often wedding photos taken by guests end up as one straight shot after another of the bride and groom and other folks present. I’d suggest it would be more fun to experiment, try a different tactic than another photo of smiling faces—that’s what I do as part of my job all the time. As a guest, taking pictures at a wedding should be about experimenting and enjoying yourself in equal measure. If the picture makes you happy, it’s a good picture!

Private Wedding Portrait Session

2008-08-27T11:08:00.002-04:00

One of the more popular questions asked is, “how much time do I need to allow for wedding photography?” The answer to that question hinges on what you wish to achieve with your photography, and how much you are willing to collaborate with your wedding photographer.

While the candid, unobtrusive style of wedding photojournalism still remains popular, the wedding photos that my clients respond to the most are the stylized, directed shots. The “artistic shots” as the brides and grooms often refer to. These shots involve private time alone; away from the family and friends. To continue click Here.

Greenburg Wedding Video - Lakeview

2008-08-02T13:16:00.006-04:00

This wedding video features clips from Jennifer and Jeremy's photo shoot at Ferrante's Lakeview in Greensburg. The video also shows the couple's banquet hall set up and a creative video segment of the bridal party's entrance into the hall.

The music we used in this video is from Jennifer and Jeremy's ceremony. At Entertainment Tonite, we like to use as much of the music from your wedding day as possible. After all it is your music!

INCLUDING PETS IN THE WEDDING

2008-08-02T11:35:00.006-04:00

There are those couples who wouldn’t think of banning their favorite creature from their wedding, whether it is a dog, a cat, or a parakeet. They would rather drop one of their family members from the invitation list than their beloved pets. To continue article click Here.

The Advantages of Friday,Sunday Weddings

2008-07-01T13:16:00.003-04:00

If you decide to have your wedding on a Friday or a Sunday, you’ll reap several rewards: both financial and otherwise. You’ll save time, you’ll probably save a significant amount of money, and you’ll find that your guests may appreciate having a Saturday free to spend time with you and the other guests they know. To read the rest of this article click Here

Pittsburgh Photographer Joins Industry Leader of Online Image Hosting

2008-06-11T14:30:00.007-04:00

Starting spring 2008, Curt's Phototgraphy joined the industry leader of online image hosting company, Pictage. All wedding customers will be able to enhance their photographic wedding experience by taking advantages of the Pictage's online hosting site.

Founded in early 2000, Pictage - the industry leader of online image hosting, printing and sales solutions, and services to professional photographers - has been on a mission to enable its members to focus on their passion by providing everything needed for their business success.

Serving more than 6,000 professional photographers nationwide, Pictage is the photographer's complete, one-stop partner for online viewing, selling, and printing professional images. Its broad range of services and unique products significantly save time for the Professional Photographers, allowing them to focus on their photographic excellence and make lasting impressions with clients.

Pittsburgh Photography / Couples Seeing Each Other Before Ceremony

2008-05-21T14:50:00.011-04:00

Weddings celebrate rich, time-honored tradition. Regardless of which culture, religious affiliation or country of origin the couple represents, traditional elements make their way into the wedding to one degree or another. With so many personal decisions involved in wedding planning, the results are never run of the mill.

One such decision that you may agonize over is whether to see your partner before the ceremony, or to wait for your eyes to meet on the aisle. It can put you in a conundrum. To continue this article click Here.

Pittsburgh Wedding Photographer / Willow Room

2008-04-30T12:33:00.009-04:00

The Willow Room was planned and constructed to make a lasting impression on the bride, groom, parents and guests. From the moment you arrive, The Willow Room has your special day in mind offering our beautiful bridal suite to allow your Bridal party the opportunity to relax before your grand entrance. Your guests are invited to cocktails and hors d’oeuvres before entering the Grand Ballroom, displaying panoramic views of the surrounding scenery, awaiting the start of a truly enchanting evening at The Willow Room. To view images from Curt's Photography at the Willow Room click here.

The Benefits of Online Wedding Photography

2008-04-21T20:51:00.008-04:00

Computers have really changed Curt's Photography weddings for the better, from the way we capture the images to the retouching of them, even the way some wedding albums are designed.

One of the best methods in which computers have changed Curt's Photography weddings is the ability to share your images via the Internet. Curt's Photography exciting new option allows your family and friends to view your wedding pictures no matter where they live in the world.

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Multiple Camera Wedding Vows

2008-04-19T13:29:00.005-04:00

This is a Pittsburgh wedding video featuring multiple camera coverage of Karin and Daniel Thompson's wedding vows. Because we use a wireless microphone on the groom, it is easy to hear the couple recite their vows.

The use of multiple cameras during the ceremony adds to the professional look of the video and gives it a more polished look.

Pittsburgh Photography / The Perfect Bridal Makeup

2008-04-17T19:02:00.003-04:00

It's important that your makeup look its absolute best for your wedding day. Whether you plan to marry on a beach at noon or at night under the stars, by keeping your makeup simple, you're bound to look and feel great.

You don't want to much or too little -- a natural look is very important. This is not the time to be experimenting with new looks. Your makeup should enhance your beauty, not hide it. Here are some tips from Curt's Photography to help with you achieve your pefect bridal makeup:

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Proof Book Album / Pittsburgh Photography

2008-04-10T01:08:00.008-04:00

No longer are proof books a ho hum look at a few still photos of your big day in a plastic page holder album. Thanks to computer technology and software such as Photoshop, you can have a proof book that is as unique as your wedding. Curt's Photography creates these custom proof book album with artistic vision and creative layouts. Your album will be cherished family heirloom. For more information and to view recent online wedding proofs click here.

Multiple Camera Wedding Videography

2008-04-09T16:24:00.011-04:00

When booking your Pittsburgh wedding videographer you should consider choosing multiple camera coverage. Multiple camera coverage and video editing will give your video a polished and professional look.

In the Amy Hailey/James Dimsho wedding video we shot at Memorial Park Church, see how the use of multiple cameras gives you the ability to see several view points of the event.

Not only can you see Amy's walk down the aisle, but you can also see the James' reaction, Amy's train and the James wiping the tears from his eyes. With only one camera and no editing you would not be able to view all of these events.