We got so many compliments on the music for our reception - Peter has a talent for reading a crowd, and our dance floor was never empty! We would absolutely recommend Peter to anyone looking for a DJ.
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Wedding: Susan and Michael at Tailwater Lodge, Altmar, 7/27/24

Susan and Michael's wedding at Tailwater Lodge, Altmar, NY - July 2024 - Photos by DJ Peter Naughton - peterthedj.com

Susan and Michael had a great wedding reception! And they also brought a unique idea to honor some of their guests during dinner... I'll share the details along with their key song picks, photos and more in today's blog post.

One of my favorite things about the Tailwater Lodge is the spacious ballroom. The uplights and dance floor lights always look all the more impressive in a room with high ceilings, and I feel like the combination really helps set the mood for everyone to get dancing.

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Susan and Michael's Key Song Choices

  • First Dance: Cody Johnson / With You I Am
  • Father / Bride Dance: Linda Ronstadt / Somewhere Out There
  • Groom / Mother Dance: Lady Gaga / Hold My Hand
  • 2nd-to-Last Dance of the Night: Cody Johnson / Dance Her Home
  • Last Dance of the Night: Billy Joel / Piano Man

So, what was the unique idea Susan and Michael had? Knowing they would have a lot of married couples in attendance, they asked those couples what song they used for their own first dances. Then, they had me play those songs during dinner -- but just before dinner, I explained what would be happening, and invited couples to get up and dance when they heard their own song.

This was a wonderful tribute to the marriages of the guests! And because they were obviously all slower love songs, dinner hour was the perfect time to play them. While a few slow dances are usually welcomed during the "open dance floor" time later in the evening, too many slow songs later in the evening can put a damper on things. Playing these all during dinner was a great way to make the idea happen!

Tailwater Lodge Wedding DJ Photo Highlights

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Thanks again to Susan and Michael for choosing me as your wedding DJ! I know there's lots of choices for wedding entertainment in Central New York and I appreciate your trust in me to help you put together an unforgettable celebration. All the best to you for many years of love and happiness together!

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Peter was so great to work with! Our guests are still talking about the music and dancing. His ability to read the room is second to none! He kept the dance floor full until the end.
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