Getting Ready for 2010!

Aloha Everyone!! Thank to all the Brides and Grooms who trusted me to DJ and/or Emcee your wedding in 2009!! I have so thankful for the referrals and the professionals who worked with me side by side to make our industry the best. Thank you to all the guest who traveled to Hawaii to attend a Destination Wedding here in Oahu, Hawaii. We truly appreciate your commitment the travel to Hawaii. We know without you there's no Wedding Reception, so we are glad you made it. Thank You to all my friends and family who encourage me to be my very best all the time. I am blessed that you are a part of my life and truly appreciate your unconditional love and friendship. I will do my best to blog more often about tips and advice for Weddings. I'll start with choosing the right DJ! May your plans for 2010 be fulfilled!! God Bless You and Yours!!
I'm Getting Ready for 2010!! Have a Great Year!!

Tony So

Keeping his promise to his Wife. Hawaii Dream Wedding

In 1979 a young man named Dwain Douglas promised his "Wife to be", that someday he would give her the dream wedding of her life... In Hawaii... So the young lady name Joyce took him up on that promise and married in her living room 3o years ago...

Fast Forward to 2009 and here they are 30 years later... Dwain Douglas kept his promise! It's so nice to see that their Love is alive and well. Thank You Mr. and Mrs. Dwain Douglas for choosing to have your 30th Year Vow Renewal in Oahu, Hawaii.

From: Mr. and Mrs. Dwain Douglas

Hi Tony,

I just wanted to thank you again for being our DJ for our 30th Vow Renewal on 09/28/09. You were so kind to help us get to our resort when we landed in Oahu and I appreciate you taking out time on Saturday, September 26 to take us to Kualoa Ranch, Molii' Gardens. Not to mention all of the help you gave me over the phone when I was trying to make our family slideshow. The Lord could not have blessed us with a better DJ for our event. The music was great. All of our guests had a wonderful time, and Dwain and I had a blast! Dwain was so happy that day and I was too. It was the best time of our life! Thank you so much! We will never forget you.

I have attached a picture, I hope you can open it. I have been trying to send you a email with pictures for over a week. But for some reason it hasn't worked. Let me know if you cannot open it.

May God bless you, your crew and your family,

Joyce and Dwain Douglas

Disc Jockey Hawaii is THE DJ HAWAII Tony So... What?

Aloha Everyone!

I hope your Summer was full of fun and exciting events.   It has been an honor working through out this Summer with the best Brides and Grooms a DJ and Emcee can ever ask for.   I had the best experience at every event.   It was neat to play and mix the different style of music that were requested.   I am looking forward to working my next Wedding Reception.   Thank you for all your support and feedback on www.weddingwire.com   I really appreciate your honest feedback.   I'm also happy that I manage to upkeep www.facebook.com/thedjhawaii   Find me there.   I've been receiving several calls about 2010, so I know 2010 is going to be a very busy year for weddings.   I have one Bride ready to book for September 4, 2o1o   If you are considering the 2010 Summer...   Do your research and get the best talents now.   Thank You once again to all the Bride and Grooms who place their confidence in me.  I am so grateful.   Destination Weddings!   Thank You to all the Brides and Grooms who chose Hawaii as their setting for the best Wedding Ever.   Your Guest who traveled to make your Wedding...   Thank You.   You made it to the Best Wedding Reception.   I'm sure you would agree.   It was fun.   We hope you spread the word that Hawaii is the place to get married.   Tell them about THE DJ HAWAII.   Hawaii Wedding Pros...   Thank You.   It's always nice to work with professionals that know how to provide the best customer services that will go along way for our business in Hawaii.   We appreciate your talent and professional attitude.  I look forward to working with you all very soon.   Take Care....   Tony So  THE HAWAII WEDDING DJ 

Angie and Markus

Tony.......

Thank you so much for DJing our wedding!  You guys were absolutely fabulous.  My friends and family loved you guys.  You kept us on track and helping us throughout was WONDERFUL and I appreciate it. Markus and I were so happy we chose you and you lived up to everything we wanted.  We wanted to stay longer and dance. If anyone ever wants a DJ you will be the first to come to my mind. Again, I can't thank you enough!

Ang & Markus

Aloha from Tony So "THE Hawaii DJ"

Aloha Everyone!   It's very nice to keep on pressing forward despite all the negative forecast with our Economy.   Look around?   Are we really hurting?   Maybe?   It really all depends where we are in our Life... at this point.    Are you a College Student building on your Education or a New Parent who is just starting a family and working on your career to build your reputation or business?   For some this all new to them.   The United States of America Enjoyed the dot com boom and the computer age that carried America for almost two decade.   Now that the bubble has bursted it's time to get back to work. or sing that song by soul 2 soul...  Back To Life, Back to Reality.   The virtual world of investment has finally caught up with everyone.   The 401K that made  us believe we were set and that we have so much saved is just like the computer term  "Virtual Ram"    It was a way graphic artist in the early 90's tricks computers to believe that it had more random access memory (RAM) available to use.   The old term in the business was "Ram Doubler"   The problem with this was it would sometimes crash the computer system if you got too greedy.   Sound familiar?   When you have big shots, acting like they own the company that really belongs to the public, you learn at the end they're not so smart after all.   The best advice I can give is to keep still and listen and observe the market.   If you slow down you'll see things much better.   Don't panic.   It's just a season.   If you own a home and you're drowning in that loan, it's time to pull off your exit plan.   Don't hold on to something that is a liability to your health and finances.   Get rid of it.    If you can sell it good.  If not, accept the consequences.    Give it back and start renting.   There's no better feeling to know that you can move anywhere you want and you're not obligated to stay for at least 30 years.   If you still don't want to let go of the American Dream Home, you have to refocus.   Start saving again.   Save as if you have a mortgage.   Use that money to have your kids make the home purchase for their future.   This is a better way to build your foundation for your children.   The moment you become a parent your whole world is no longer yours.   It's all about your Kiddies as I would say.   I don't know why I was compelled to share this thought, but I hope you find some truth in what I am expressing.   

O.K.  Now let's get back to Weddings.   I realize that Wedding Receptions are the first memory that a Bride and Groom will share together for the rest of their lives.   This is also the first memories that both sides of the family will have in common as well.   That is why it is important that you have the right team to orchestrate the perfect wedding reception.   It's nice to know that there are professionals that really make a difference in Hawaii.   Choose your professionals wisely.   Make sure they match your personality.   If you want the best, you simply should expect to pay their price.   If you can afford to hire the best in the business you won't be disappointed.   In Hawaii I specialize in Weddings as a Disc Jockey and Master of Ceremonies.   I also help Bride and Grooms plan their timeline to ensure a smooth flow during the wedding reception.   It makes life easier for all of us in the business.   The staff at all hotels appreciate the timelines I submit to the head banquet captain.    The timeline is also very helpful for Photographers, Videographers and Other Venders who rely on timing to ensure quality and freshness like the Wedding Cake.  Yummy!  

I recently did a Wedding Reception where it was almost a total disaster!   But, I was able to get everyone to cooperate and focus on the main goal. If you were there you would of cried.   Not my fault!   No ones fault.  It was Mother Nature at her best.   She just decided to test the Bride and Grooms Patience.   It also tested the staff's patience as well.   I will not go in to detail what happened, but it was unreal.    I watched a very disappointed Groom yell at the staff at the hotel, because no one saved the Wedding Cake!   Let Me make this clear.   This was no ones fault.   Trust Me.   This was just a WOW situation.   If I told this story, no one would believe Me.   Besides the Bride and Groom;  Only a photographer, hotel staff and the guest would ever know about this incident.    I realize I had to step in even though I was risking my head being chewed off!   The photographer was next to me when I pulled the groom aside and boldly told him that his wedding was not ruined, despite the obvious.   It was bad!  But I truly believed that I could still pull of the best Wedding Reception of their lives.   I was talking about the guest experience.   I had only one chance to get them on my good side and continue the celebration.   How could I let them forget what had just happened?   My focus kicked in and the hotel allowed me to work with them to be proactive and get the Bride and Groom from Pissed to Pleased.    The Bride and Groom allowed me to make some calls with the Hotel Staff, and they agreed to the plans that we had set for them to ensure this Wedding Reception was going to be a success.    To make a long story short.   At the end of the night.   The Bride and Groom were so pleased with all our efforts they had no problem paying the remaining balance that was owed to the Hotel.   Not like it was the Hotel's fault, but most who are not happy usually will not pay.   They would challenge and dispute and demand a discount!   I'm I right?   The Groom approached me and told me what I did will go a very long way.   The Hotel's Management approached me and informed me that upper management appreciated my attitude and determination to keep their client happy despite the fact that it really wasn't my job to handle the situation regarding the condition and outcome of the situation.   I realize that, but when a fellow professional is down and really could not do anything, I felt it was my job to support them and help them to turn the tide on the situation.   I was very impressed with the Hotel's willingness to help me help them make this wrong, right.   We did it!   I know I will have friends at this Hotel forever.  Because the experience we shared, no one will believe.   Even the Bride and Groom couldn't believe it.   When The Bride and Groom did their Thank You Speech, they admitted they were having a great time with friends and family.  Not once did they mention what happened earlier in the day.  It was like it never happened.   Mission accomplished.   That was my end result that I was hoping to achieve.   I'm sure they will never forget what happened, but they will remember they had the best time of their life Partying with "THE DJ", Friends and Family.   Memories that will last a Life Time!!  They will Laugh and Remember They had the time of their Life.   That's a 100% Guarantee!  

To all that have been there to support me in the Wedding Business.   Thank You.   Just knowing you appreciate me does wonders for me.   I really appreciate those who believe I can make a big difference at Weddings.   Thank You So So Much.   You Make Me Always want to do even better.    See You Very Soon.   Blessings.   Tony So      

Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas!! Happy 2009!!

O.K.  It has been a while.  2008 has been a very good year.  We are finishing strong in 2008 and rolling right into 2009.  It's Non-Stop like our Mixes.  Thank you to all the Bride and Grooms who believed in us.  I wanted to express my sincere appreciation to Laurence and Oliver Bejerana, Bryan Yoshimoto and Jeremiah Benson.  We all made a great team.  I would also like acknowledge the staff at The Hotels, Golf Courses, and all the venues that we had the privilege to preform in 2008.   Thank you to the Wedding Professionals...   Photographers, Videographers, Wedding Planners and everyone who pays attention to detail.  Thank You So Much!!  You are really appreciated.   THE DJ Hawaii is very proud of all those who are professionals and represent Hawaii our State with the best service possible.  We are the professionals that have other coming back to Hawaii for more.   We plan to build 2009 with more and exciting ideas for Bride and Grooms to look forward to.   Destination Weddings and Local Weddings was our strongest in 2008 and even stronger in 2009.   We are proud that couples are trusting our service to deliver a service that has no second chance.   It's one take and there's no room for inexperience.   O.K.   Have a Safe and Happy Christmas and All the very best for 2009!!   Blessings Always...   Tony So 

Summer transitioning to Fall

Aloha Everyone!
Wow! It has been so long since I checked in here. I forgot my password! The Summer Weddings that were lined up for 2008 was a Big Success! The Brides who traveled to Hawaii to get Married left Hawaii Complete and Happy with so much good memories. I truly believe we keep Hawaii's reputation in good standing when we all do an excellent job of hosting our guest. September is very busy with more Weddings and the rest of the year is filling in just fine as we transition into the Holiday Season. We are professionals entertaining guest during the Holiday Season as well. We ensure that a company's image is upheld in a tasteful entertainment manner. Music Safe for the Whole Party is our commitment. We still have a strong fall Season for Entertainment and plan to keep it going for all our clients. Thank You to all the Bride and Grooms who trusted "THE DJ" Professional Entertainment Services for their Wedding Entertainment. We're Glad Everyone Enjoyed our Work. www.thedjhawaii.com

That's if for now. Just wanted to update this Blog, so it's not neglected. Take Care Everyone!

Tony So

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Raul and Kristine Cabrera

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Raul and Kristine Cabrera! Married May 13, 2008! Ceremony held at Paradise Cove and Reception Celebrated at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel. "You know your stuff" was the exact words Bride Kristine shared with Tony So. "My Husband was really impressed by your professionalism and experience to adjust to our program". The Music was perfect and the guest danced all the way til' midnight. They definitely made the best of their trip from all over the U.S. Mainland and Asia. It was an amazing experience to see happiness and fun all in one room. Table #7 held the best of the best... Well behaved Kiddies! They were awesome to observe having not a worry in the world. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Raul and Kristine Cabrera! You did it!

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Justin and Jenn Langley

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Justin and Jenn Langley! They celebrated their Wedding Day on May 4, 2008 at The Turtle Bay Resort. Despite not even meeting once to discuss their Wedding Plans because of their hectic schedule. Justin was very impressed with how smoothly the entire program was presented. "I was very impressed with your ability to adjust and direct our program to make it seem like we planned and prepared everything. Thank You Tony You Did and Awesome Job." Mr. Langley was quoted saying after the Wedding Reception. All their guest were very pleased that I was able to play their songs they requested. Of course I use technology to my advantage. The Turtle Bay Resort is very wise to provide Wireless access without trying to make a business out of a basic need in todays world. It really made my options to provide above and beyond service for their clients. I was able to purchase songs that I did not have on the spot. That is very worthy to note. The Dinner was perfect. I had the great pleasure of working with Bianca and Grant of Bianca Photography. They were so much fun. I was able to meet and greet Sherry Chang at the Turtle Bay as well. It's always nice working with her Staff. They were definitely on top of things. The Dancing was exciting and fun. Most of the guest were on the dance floor through out the evening. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Langley.
Glad to be a part of your Wedding Day!

Tony So

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Ricafort

Aloha!
Thank you for checking out my website and reading my post. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Franco and Angelica Ricafort. They celebrated their Wedding Day last Saturday, May 3, 2008.
The Wedding Reception was held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The weather was perfect for the evening as their Wedding Reception was held on the third floor rooftop pool side. Dinner was delicious... The Hyatt Regency Served up their very best Hawaiian Menu. Friends and Family traveled from all parts of the Mainland to be apart of their special day. I had the pleasure of working along side Michelle Ganiko and the rest of her staff at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Simply Perfect. I also worked with Eric Kim from Imagine Wurks. He was easy to work with as well. The guest had a nice time dancing and partying the night away. All the very best to Mr. and Mrs. Franco and Angelica Ricafort.

Tony So