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Leila & Andrew’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

Leila & Andrew's wedding + reception Sunday evening at the Maryland Zoo capped off a wonderful weekend of wedding for us. Their big day began with a ceremony held at the Zoo's Lakeside Pavilion with a processional of the Bride to "Cant' Help Falling In Love" covered by Kinna Grannis. Following their vows, a kiss, and formal presentation, the newlyweds recessed to "Home" by Edward Sharpe & the Magnificent Zeros, pausing for a kiss as they made their way through a military saber arch. Everyone moved up to the Mansion House after that for cocktails, appetizers, and a visit from some of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors. DJ Frank Marsden had everyone find their seats before making an introduction of the Bride & Groom to Stevie Wonder's "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)" and then they danced their very first dance as a [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-10-14T07:49:25-04:00October 14th, 2019|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 [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-05-12T13:35:00-04:00May 12th, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Bleues On The Water Weddings, Chesapeake Bay Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Stacy & Francis’s Wedding + Reception / Hunt Valley Country Club

The weekend began for us at Hunt Valley Country Club in Phoenix, MD. Stacy & Francis got married yesterday evening and celebrated with their families and friends. The rain held off just long enough for an outdoor ceremony that started at 5 PM. When the bride was asked to say "yes" to marriage, she said "Hell yes!" Following a recessional to "You Are The Best Thing" by Ray LaMontagne, the newlyweds had pictures taken by Kait Bailey of Kait Bailey Photography while guests enjoyed cocktails and appetizers. DJ Frank Marsden invited guests inside and introduced the newlyweds as Stacy & Francis Bonkowski while playing "I'm Coming Out" by Diana Ross. Stacy & Francis then enjoyed their first dance to Shinedown's "I'll Follow You". A served meal and toasts by the Maid of Honor and Best Man preceded Francis's dance with his [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-05-11T08:38:27-04:00May 11th, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Hunt Valley Country Club Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, MD Weddings, Party Music|0 Comments

Nicole & Robert’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

Saturday night at the Maryland Zoo, Nicole & Bob united in marriage at the Zoo's historic Mansion House. Just after 5 pm, the Groom and the Bride's Father (and officiant) guided the bridal party and processed up the aisle to an instrumental version of Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling In Love". The Bride's processional was to an instrumental version of Dan + Shay's "Speechless". The ceremony was relaxed, funny at times, and an absolute joy to watch! Following a kiss and a formal presentation of the married couple, Stevie Wonder's "Signed Sealed Delivered" filled the air and the Bridal Party recessed and made their way to the front porch of the Mansion House. There, they enjoyed appetizers, drinks, and a visit from "Olive" one of the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors. Later on, after guests found their seats, Nicole & Bob were introduced [...]

By Frank Marsden|2019-04-21T10:38:11-04:00April 21st, 2019|Baltimore Weddings, Maryland Wedding DJ, Maryland Zoo Weddings|0 Comments

Natalie & Brian’s Wedding + Reception / Maryland Zoo’s Mansion House

Last night's wedding + reception was nearly perfect in every way. The festivities for Natalie & Brian's big day at the Maryland Zoo's Mansion House began with a ceremony at 5:15 led by Officiant Bill Duffy. The music of Alexi Murdoch was played for the processional selections and Natalie Cole's "This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" was played for the recessional. Guests followed the Bridal Party to the front hallway of the Mansion House following the ceremony to enjoy cocktails and appetizers and to meet the Zoo's Animal Ambassadors. DJ Frank Marsden invited everyone to their seats following cocktail hour and then made formal introductions. Parents were introduced as "You Make My Dreams" by Hall & Oates was played. Bridesmaids and Groomsmen entered to "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)" by C&C Music Factory and then Natalie & Brian made [...]