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Christy & Andrew’s Wedding & Reception / Maryland Zoo

We had so much fun working with Christy & Andrew! Their wedding and reception last night was a culmination of months of planning and the end result was awesome! The Maryland Zoo's Mansion House hosted the celebration that started with a ceremony featuring classical selections and a recessional too "Wouldn't It Be Nice" by the Beach Boys. Cocktails hour followed the ceremony and a cute little penguin (one of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors) joined everyone as they enjoyed appetizers and drinks. Shortly after, they found their tables and seats and DJ Frank Marsden formally introduced the Bridal Party in while playing "You're My Best Friend" by Queen and then the newlyweds to "What I Like About You" by the Romantics. Their first dance was next and Christy & Andrew selected a cover of "Baby I'm Yours" by Arctic Monkeys. Toasts by [...]

By Frank Marsden|2020-03-08T09:29:39-04:00March 8th, 2020|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Jenny & Matt’s Wedding Reception / Accelerator Space

Baltimore's Accelerator Space is located just down the road from the historic Senator Theatre. The Accelerator Space, originally was constructed as a parking garage for the Govans Motor Company, and has been modernized and restored. Jenny & Matt selected the venue for their wedding celebration last night and it was amazing! As guests arrived from the wedding ceremony, they gathered in "the den" for cocktails. Later, everyone moved into the Accelerator Space's main room for the reception. Jenny & Matt, their Parents, and their Bridal Party were formally introduced while Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling" was played and then the newlyweds danced their first dance as a married couple to "Loving You Easy" by Zac Brown Band. A blessing preceded an outstanding buffet meal, toasts by the Best Man, Maid of Honor, and Father of the Bride. Before the dance floor [...]

By Frank Marsden|2020-02-23T08:23:27-05:00February 23rd, 2020|Accelerator Space Weddings, Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Elizabeth & Robert’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is a wonderful and very unique venue for a wedding celebration. Last night, Elizabeth & Robert and their families and friends enjoyed a magical evening there. Their ceremony featured string quartet selections and a recessional to The Cure’s “Just Like Heaven”. Cocktails and appetizers were enjoyed during the following hour and one of the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors stopped by. Following cocktail hour, guests were invited to their seats for formal introductions. Each couple walked in to a specific song and Elizabeth & Ryan selected “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses for their grand entrance. Their first dance came after intros and it was to Pearl Jam’s “Future Days”. After toasts, a blessing, and a buffet line dinner, the Bride and her Father danced together to "Forever" by The Beach Boys and Robert and his [...]

By Frank Marsden|2020-01-25T07:33:55-05:00January 25th, 2020|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Maria & Martin’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo

Saturday night at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Maria & Martin got married. They selected film scores from the 13th Warrior and Pirates of the Caribbean for their ceremony music and recessed to "Love Song" by Witherspoon. Cocktail hour took place in the front hallway of the Zoo's Mansion House. Guests enjoyed appetizers and drinks and were visited by one on the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors before finding their tables and seats for the reception. The Bridal Party members and Martin & Maria were formally introduced to their seats while "We Own The Night" by Rev Theory was played. Toasts and a buffet line meal followed introductions. The newlyweds danced to "Theme of Love" from Final Fantasy IV for their first dance, and were then joined by their family members and danced to "Celebration" by Kool & The Gang to open up [...]

By Frank Marsden|2020-01-19T12:37:37-05:00January 19th, 2020|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Patti & Adam’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

Mazel Tov to Patti & Adam! They got married last night at the Maryland Zoo's Mansion House. The ceremony began at 6 pm with the bride being walked down the aisle to an acoustic guitar version of "Here Comes The Sun" by The Beatles and a recessional to an orchestrated version of "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away". Cocktails, appetizers and a visit from one of the Zoo's animal ambassadors all took place after the ceremony in the front hall of the Mansion House. Later on, DJ Frank invited guests to their seats before introducing the Bride & Groom as they danced their first dance together as husband and wife to "Strangers" by the Kinks. Salads, a served meal, welcome speeches by both of the newlywed's parents, toasts by the Maid of Honor and the Best Man preceded parents dances. [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-08-25T09:58:49-04:00August 25th, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Anna & Kevin’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, MD is such a unique venue for a wedding and reception. Anna & Kevin held their ceremony at the Zoo's Lakeside Pavilion and their reception at the Zoo's Mansion House Saturday evening. The ceremony featured a processional of the Bride to "We Bought A Zoo" by Jonsi and a recessional to Jack Johnson's "Better Together". Guests found their way to the Mansion House for following the ceremony and enjoyed cocktails, served appetizers, and a visit by two of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors. Next up, guests were invited to their seats for the introduction of the Bridal Party and the Bride & Groom. AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" was played while DJ Frank made formal introductions and "Stand By Me" by Ben E. King was played for Anna & Kevin's first dance as a married couple. Salads and a buffet [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-08-04T07:44:34-04:00August 4th, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings|0 Comments

Jennifer & Eric’s Wedding + Reception / Hunt Valley Country Club

Last night's celebration of Jennifer & Eric was amazing! The new Mr. & Mrs. Smith were married and celebrated at the Hunt Valley Country Club. Their evening began with a ceremony that took place outside on the Country Club's patio that overlooks the golf course. Jennifer was walked down the aisle by her Father to Kina Grannis's version of "Can't Help Falling In Love" and then after the vows and a kiss, the newlyweds recessed while a family friend played the bagpipes. After the ceremony area was transformed into a reception spot, everyone enjoyed cocktails prior to moving inside for formal introductions and the reception. Bridal Party members were introduced to random songs selected by the Bride & Groom and they selected T.I.'s "Bring 'Em Out" for their grand entrance. A first dance was next and Jennifer & Eric choose "Beautiful [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-07-13T10:28:25-04:00July 13th, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Hunt Valley Country Club Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Katie & Owen’s Reception / Belvedere Hotel

Last night at the historic Belvedere Hotel in downtown Baltimore, Katie & Owen celebrated their wedding with a beautiful reception and party. Cocktails were enjoyed in the John Eager Howard Room as guests arrived. Shortly after, everyone moved across the Hotel's lobby to the Charles Room for the remainder of the evening. DJ Frank Marsden introduced the Bridal Party into the reception while playing "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire and then played the first dance song for Mr. & Mrs. McEvoy, Frank Sinatra's "All The Way". He invited all couples to join the newlyweds for their dance before the Father/Daughter dance to "It Won't Be Like This For Long" by Darius Rucker and then asked all fathers and their daughters to join in. Owen and his Mother selected "God Only Knows" by the Beach Boys for their dance and were [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-06-22T08:56:31-04:00June 22nd, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Belvedere Hotel Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings|0 Comments

Jennifer & James’s Wedding + Reception / Baltimore Museum of Industry

Saturday night at the Baltimore Museum of Industry, Jennifer & James tied the knot! Their ceremony began at 5:30 PM and was held outside at "The Point" overlooking Baltimore's Inner Harbor. James and his Groomsmen processed to Vitamin String Quartet's version of "Don't Stop Believing", family and Bridesmaids to "Your Song" also performed by Vitamin String Quartet and then Jen and her Father walked down the aisle to a version of Canon in D. The ceremony ended with a kiss and a recessional to Bon Jovi's "Livin' On A Prayer". Cocktails and appetizers where enjoyed outside following the ceremony before DJ Frank Marsden and coordinator Erin Powell with 1423 Events invited guests to find their seats inside the Museum. Jennifer & James where formally introduced in to Natalie Cole's "This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" and then danced their first dance [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-06-02T08:03:19-04:00June 2nd, 2019|Baltimore Museum of Industry Weddings, Baltimore Weddings, Chesapeake Bay Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Lauren & Tony’s Wedding + Reception / Bleues On The Water

Bleue's On The Water is a venue located in Glen Burnie, MD along the Middle River. Lauren & Tony choose this location for their wedding and reception. There were plans for an outdoor ceremony, but Mother Nature had other ideas so "plan B" went into effect and we moved inside. After a kiss, a glass stomping, and a formal presentation, the newlyweds recessed to "Seasons (Waiting On You)" by Future Islands. Guests were invited to the main ballroom, and then DJ Frank Marsden made formal introductions of the Bridal Party. "Feel So Good" by Mase was played as Parents of the Bride & Groom, the Bridal Party, and Lauren & Tony made their grand entrance. A first dance for to Mazzy Star's "Fade Into You", and a Father/Daughter dance to Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World" preceded salads and a buffet [...]