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Heather & Joe’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

Last night's wedding + reception was a wonderful as the couple who got married! Heather & Joe became husband and wife at the Maryland Zoo's Mansion House in Baltimore and then celebrated their love. As the temperatures began to drop, guests made their way inside the Mansion House for the ceremony that was officiated by the Bride's Stepfather. The processional song for the entire Bridal Party was Daniel Jang's version of John Legend's "All of Me". Vows were exchanged and sealed with a kiss, Heather & Joe were formally introduced as Mr. & Mrs. Poole and then they recessed to Toploader's cover of "Dancing In The Moonlight". Guests then mingled along with the Bridal Party and also had the opportunity to meet some of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors while enjoying cocktails and appetizers. Later on, after everyone made their way to [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-01-21T08:13:23+00:00January 21st, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Zoo Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Kristy & Brent’s Reception / M&T Bank Stadium

So we wrapped up an amazing year of wedding celebrations with a great one! Last night's reception festivities took place at the home of the Baltimore Ravens, M&T Bank Stadium and was Kristy & Brent's choice to celebrate their marriage. Guests arrived around 7 pm and enjoyed cocktails, appetizers, and a view of the football field. The Bridal Party was formally introduced into the reception by DJ Frank Marsden while he played "Seven Nation Army" by the White Stripes and the new Mr. & Mrs. Campbell made their grand entrance to Nelly's "Hot In Here". They followed their intro with a first dance to Sam Smith's acoustic version of "Latch". Kristy and her Father danced next to "The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra, Brent and his Mother danced to Rod Stewart's "Forever Young", and then everyone was asked to [...]

By Frank Marsden|2018-12-15T11:30:13+00:00December 15th, 2018|Baltimore Weddings, Chesapeake Bay Weddings, M&T Bank Stadium Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Staci & Scott’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

What a great party! Staci & Scott's wedding reception last night at the Maryland Zoo's Mansion House was so much fun. Their ceremony featured the Bride's Sister as the Officiant and a processional to "Christmas Canon" by the Trans Siberian Orchestra. After a formal presentation and a kiss, Mr. & Mrs. Johnston recessed to "Best Day Of My Life" by American Authors. Cocktail hour took place on the front enclosed porch of the Mansion House where guests enjoyed a wonderful spread of appetizers and cocktails and had the opportunity to meet two of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors; a skunk and a penguin. After DJ Frank Marsden invited everyone to their tables for the reception and a low key introduction of the Bride & Groom, Jessica (Staci's Sister & the Officiant) made a toast to the newlyweds and then a served meal [...]

By Frank Marsden|2018-12-09T09:52:33+00:00December 9th, 2018|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Bonnylin & Matthew’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

Bonnylin & Matthew were already Mr. & Mrs. Vanwinkle, they've been married for months. Saturday night at the Maryland Zoo's Mansion House, they renewed their vows and celebrated their marriage with a lively reception. Their ceremony began just after 5 pm with music for the Bridal Party & the Bride's recessional provided by the band Sigur Rós and a recessional to "The Throne Room" from Star Wars. Cocktails and appetizers were served and passed by the staff from Dean and Brown Catering and enjoyed by all. The Zoo's Animal Ambassadors stopped by for a visit during cocktail hour and shortly after, DJ Frank Marsden invited guests to find a seat, gathered the Bridal Party, and formally introduced them into the reception. Parents, Bridesmaids, and Groomsmen were introduced while the "Cantina Band" from Star Wars was played and Dr. & Dr. Van Winkle entered [...]

By Frank Marsden|2018-11-25T02:12:06+00:00November 25th, 2018|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Kelly & Akasha’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

Kelly & Akasha are now Mr. & Mrs. Purohit! Last night at the Maryland Zoo's Mansion House they had their ceremony and reception. Guests began arriving around 5 pm for the 5:45 ceremony and enjoyed an early cocktail "half-hour" prior to finding their seats. Parents and Bridal Party members entered the ceremony to "Passenger Seat" by Death Cab For Cutie and Kelly's processional was to an piano version of the Foo Fighter's "Everlong" by Elevator Sky. The married couple recessed to "Beautiful Day" by U2 and then enjoyed a true cocktail hour with their families, friends, and some of the Zoo's Animal Abassadors. Later on, DJ Frank Marsden invited guests to find their seats for the reception and then formally introduced Mr. & Mrs. Purohit in to Jay Rock's "Hood Gone Love It". Kelly & Akasha welcomed and thanked their guests, [...]

By Frank Marsden|2018-10-28T08:26:52+00:00October 28th, 2018|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Emily & Russ’s Wedding + Reception / The Cloisters Castle

The Cloisters Castle is a wonderful venue settled high on a hill in Lutherville, MD among 60 acres of secluded woods. The Cloisters reflects the beauty and grandeur of medieval Europe, with delicately carved wood, exquisitely detailed stained glass, and ornately designed wrought iron. Emily & Russell chose the Cloisters for their wedding ceremony and reception site. Yesterday's festivities began at 4 pm with a ceremony on the Castle's outdoor patio. The Vitamin String Quartet's version of "Just Like Heaven" was Emily's processional and "This Will Be Our Year" by The Zombies was the married couples recessional. The ceremony was followed by an hour of cocktails and appetizers both inside and outside before DJ Frank Marsden invited everyone to their seats for introductions. Mr. & Mrs. Hull were formally introduced and then danced their first dance to Nick Cave's "Into My [...]

By Frank Marsden|2018-10-21T10:00:12+00:00October 21st, 2018|Baltimore Weddings, Cloisters Castle Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Kate & Jordan’s Wedding + Reception / Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park

Friday evening in the Fells Point area of downtown Baltimore, Kate & Jordan got married and there was a celebration that followed. The Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park was the venue that they selected. The ceremony started at 5:30 and took place on the Cardin Pier just outside of the venue. Live music was provided by musician Chris Diller. Following the recessional, guests joined the Bride & Groom for cocktails and appetizers on the promenade. About an hour later, DJ Frank Marsden invited everyone up to the 3rd floor of the facility to the Founders Room for the reception. After guests made their way up and found their seats, Parents of the Bride & Groom were formally introduced into the reception while Natalie Cole's "This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)", the Bridal Party came in to "Handclap" by Fitz and the [...]

By Frank Marsden|2018-09-23T08:38:12+00:00September 22nd, 2018|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ|0 Comments