Essen Entertainment  "Named #1 Event Service Pr...
Essen Entertainment  "Named #1 Event Service Pr...

Essen Entertainment "Named #1 Event Service Pr...

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Introduction: Essen Entertainment's mission is to help make your BIG DAY one of the "Best Days of Your Life!" This journey of planning your event should be enjoyable, easy, and fun! The personal touch you get with us is second to none because we catering everything to you and your vision, while at the same time helping you discover that vision by offering our advice when needed, based on our extensive experience. We know how important this is to you and that makes it important to us! We provide DJ/MCs, Live Acoustic Guitar/Vocal Performances, Photo Booths, Event Lighting, Monograms, Staging, Projectors/Screens, and Original Wedding Songs to honor your Story! Contact today for a consultation with one of our event professionals. We can't wait to work with you! Over the last 20+ years and 3000+ performances over 1000 weddings ), J.J. Essen of Essen Entertainment has established himself as The PREMIER Event Entertainer in all of TEXAS and abroad. No matter the venue, age group, or type of event...DJ Essen Entertainment provides the exact type of entertainment you are looking for! JUST READ THE REVIEWS! Essen Entertainment specializes in providing DJ/MC, Live Music, "ONE OF A KIND" Original Songs, Photobooth Rental, Uplighting, & Custom Monogram services for private/social events such as weddings, corporate events, birthdays, children's parties, fundraisers, bat/bar mitzvahs, quinceaneras, proms, restaurants, &/or live music venues. Essen Entertainment has ALSO been named the #1 DJ/Event Production Company in the GREATER Houston Area on Thumbtack for 2 years in a row and has been named one of Austin's TOP Entertainment Professionals on Thumbtack! Thank you so much for your support in helping make this happen! Visit these links to see! thumbtack.com/tx/houston/event-production/ thumbtack.com/tx/houston/djs/ . ALL PACKAGES INCLUDE but are not limited too the following... First and foremost, *PROFESSIONALISM -- This includes a properly attired, on time, and experienced DJ,MC, &or Musician who has a complete understanding of volume control, reading a crowd, and how to set the desired tempo for your event. * CONTROL -- You will get a customized playlist geared to your liking and tastes. Essen's one and only goal is to make sure that your event is the best it can be by providing the exact type of musical entertainment you desire. He will work with you before hand to make sure that what he does is exactly what you are looking for. * EQUIPMENT -- This includes state-of-the-art sound equipment, microphone, fog machine (if requested) and a dazzling dance floor light show. Visit the "Videos" section or youtube.com/jjessenmusic to see examples of sound and lighting. * MUSIC -- You will have access to a musical library second to none...any song from any artist or band in any year! This allows the ability for you or your guests to make "on the spot" requests in addition to your customized playlist. * UNLIMITED SUPPORT -- Essen encourages his clients to contact him at any time before or after the event via email, phone, and text messaging. He gives extra special attention to each and every client. * SAVINGS -- Unlike those large DJ companies that are charging in the thousands for one event, Essen Entertainment is a small company with less overhead. This allows our clients to get the most competitive prices available. * PAYMENT PLANS -- Essen Entertainment is now offering no interest financing on all events booked over 6 months out. We make payments as easy as possible by accepting all major credit cards, checks, money orders, and/or cash. * PEACE OF MIND -- Essen understands that planning an event can be fun, but it can also be stressful. Let him take care of all your entertainment needs, so you have one less thing to worry about. ADDITIONAL SERVICES * LIVE MUSIC -- As a singer/guitarist, J.J. Essen specializes in playing intimate solo/acoustic renditions of hundreds of cover songs, ranging from all genres and eras of music. Throughout his 20 year career, Essen has fronted numerous bands and he has toured all over the world. He has been critically acclaimed for his vocal and guitar skills. Having Essen play live works very well at the beginning of events when people are arriving and/or mingling. Then when you are ready, he turns to DJ and the real party starts! * ORIGINAL SONGS - As a songwriter, J.J. Essen writes and composes with and for some world-renowned songwriters/artists based all over the world. He has taken this experience and applied it to the private event industry. He will write a "ONE OF A KIND" original song specifically for your event, based on your story and tastes. You will get a studio recording of the YOUR SONG to keep forever! This is perfect for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc. He will also gladly perform it live at your event if you desire! * PHOTOBOOTH RENTALS - ( See Photo Section ) Photobooths are a fun and interactive way to not only engage your guests but also provide them with a memorable memento and tangible token of your appreciation! Photo booths are enjoyable for all age groups! Your guests will let-loose and enjoy their photo session. If you are looking for a creative way to make your event truly unique, then our photobooth packages are exactly what you need! You can even customize your photo strips by adding your name, monogram or company logo and event date. Following the conclusion of your event you will receive a CD with the digital images of all the photos taken! Our Photo Booth packages include the following: Our Photo Booth packages include the following: *Professional Photo booth attendant *Delivery, setup and removal! *Customized branding and design *Accommodates up to 10 guests per session! *Email, Facebook, Instagram, &/or Twitter pictures immediately *Picture print in 12 seconds! *Top of the line Canon T5 DSLR Rebel camera *Professionally printed photo strips *Pictures on CD and emailed! *Wide variety of costume props * UPLIGHTING - (AS SEEN IN THE PHOTO SECTION) Uplighting are lighting fixtures, inconspicuously placed on the floor thoughout the room that project decorative beams of light from the floor onto the walls and ceiling. Uplighting can turn a boring room with plain walls into a unique and colorful venue. Essen Entertainment uses State of the Art WIRELESS L.E.D. lighting. They never get hot and you can choose almost any color! CUSTOM MONOGRAMS - (AS SEEN IN THE PHOTO SECTION) What is Monogram Lighting? Wedding monogram lighting is when you have, traditionally, the name of the bride and groom projected onto a surface of the dance floor or wall with light. It is a very cost effective way of creating a unique and personalized wedding venue. They are used to create inviting entrances, focal points within a room or an enchanting backdrop for a wedding. THE ESSEN ENTERTAINMENT TEAM! Here's a scenario!!! You have gotten to this point and you are interested in Essen Entertainment's services but Essen himself is already booked for your date. Well no need to worry because Essen Entertainment has a team of professional DJ/Entertainers and would be glad to help you find the right fit for your event. Every professional Essen Entertainment works with has a stellar reputation and a level of talent/experience that our clients respect and deserve. Ask for information on the following team members!!! DJ Brian Ring DJ Alex Anding DJ Jason Hamner Contact anytime for a personal consultation! There is absolutely nothing like seeing a crowd of smiling faces having a fantastic and memorable time...knowing that we had a big part in making that happen. It makes all the hard work we put into every event worth it every time! Just READ OUR REVIEWS and you will see that our dedication to our clients has truly paid off!!!
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Amy W.
Feb 21, 2017
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We got Brian Ring as our DJ through Essen Entertainment. He was great, he was flexible when the crowd decided they didn't like what we had selected, he worked with our photographer and was very helpful when we had to make changes to the timeline. Great voice perfect announcements.
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Steve P.
Feb 20, 2017
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Provided all DJ services at My Yearly SuperBowl Tailgate Party. Did a great job keeping our 400 guests in a pre SuperBowl Party mood in Houston Great Job
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Emily H.
Jul 8, 2015
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JJ did such a fantastic job at our wedding this June! 3 things really stood out about him! 1) Attentive JJ Really paid attention to what I wanted our wedding day and reception to look like. Everything went so smoothly on the day of because he had really paid attention and gone over every detail of the timeline I had typed up. He was so fun and energetic and really got the party going! He customized our playlist too so that all my favorite songs got played at the wedding. 2) Professional Even though he is definitely fun and outgoing, he was very professional in all his text messages and emails and phone calls. He is very personable and friendly, but sticks to what needs to be accomplished. I really appreciated that. 3) Available JJ gave me his cell phone number and email address! He responded to texts within minutes and was very prompt in answering my questions. I honestly didn't realize how important a DJ was for a wedding until I had seen a few go very wrong and get awkward because the DJ messed up the schedule...JJ was fantastic and the night flowed so well because of him! I highly recommend him to anyone who is needing a DJ! Thanks so much JJ! Aaron and I appreciate everything you did for us that day!
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Fallon J.
Aug 16, 2013
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JJ Essen was hired as a DJ for my wedding. I absolutely cannot say enough great things about him! He was VERY professional and spot on to our style. He was very easy to communicate with throughout the entire planning process and really eased my mind. On top of playing the specific songs I requested, he downloaded and played the most obscure songs my 8 year old daughter requested making her feel so important! JJ was by far my favorite, most impressing vendor at my wedding. I felt like he was more of a friend than someone I hired, which was very important to me as we had a laid back bbq reception. Even when things started to go downhill (we had a massive windstorm and it looked like rain) he was a champ. He moved his awesome set up in the shop and DJ'ed from there, never skipping a beat. I could go on for days but to sum it up......professional, great quality, accommodating, friendly, everything I was looking for and then some!!!
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Luis V.
Sep 16, 2016
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JJ Essen is without a doubt a professional and exceptional DJ. While my bride and I were out taking pictures my guests were in the reception hall in need of entertainment, according to my Uncle Sergio and many other guests JJ Essen kept it lively, fun and upbeat! This was very important to me because my guest's experience was big priority for me and I felt bad leaving them, but JJ stepped up like a true professsional. In addition to rising to the occasion JJ is a phenomenal communicator and 100% available for you, he is absolutely available to return calls, texts and emails this was one the best things about him you wont have to worry about getting a hold of JJ he is here to serve you! Another thing that he completely aced was our special custom song, we didn't have it ready when he asked in fact my bride and I were way late in giving it to him but he picked it up perfectly and had it ready, everything turned out great! I can honestly say that I did not have to worry for a second about my DJ throughout the entire wedding process. If I had to do it all over again I would absolutely pick JJ, I have three other friends who are getting married and I have already told them to book JJ Essen for their DJ. He was also very chill and flexible with payment plans, we paid half upfront and the rest 2 wks before wedding, it was a non issue JJ Essen is a stand up guy. You will not regret booking him for your occasion. Also if you have a specific culture music mix you need for your unique family like I did, JJ will take care of that also just provide him with a list. If you have speeches to do he will announce it formally, he really takes care of all of that. It was evident throughout the wedding that his personal mission was to ensure that everyone was having a good time and we are very thankful for it. Thank you JJ for making our wedding fantastic and going out of your way to serve our requests and needs, you are a great DJ
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    We always like to schedule a call with all our potential new customers so they can get to know us and make sure that we are the right fit for their event.

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    Be diligent to find a company that will listen to your every desire while at the same time offers advice on how to make your event special. Make sure they have the experience, talent, and reviews to back up everything they claim. We truly care about your vision and will do everything in our power to make sure you are provided exactly what you are looking for when it comes to the entertainment.