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I have had the pleasure of performing for weddings and parties at some of the most prestigious hotels and private clubs throughout Southern California. These locations and their staff consistently deliver a high level of service that their patrons have come to expect.

Basically, a high level of service resides in the individual, who is helpful.

For more about this please go to the Wedding and Event Podcast Website and see the article: “The Value Of Interest”.

Most event professionals are artists, and find it artistically rewarding to collaborate with their clients on a happy occasion.

The conversation in this episode however verged on a separate subject I call “the disagreeable individual”.

Now let me be clear. Helping someone who has a vision for their event is a lot of fun. If they are demanding and specific that’s just fine. That’s not a disagreeable individual.

The the “disagreeable individual” for reasons only they understand are at odds with the very people they have hired to help them. Their attention is on something else and their intention isn’t constructive.

There is much more that could be said about the “disagreeable individual” who indeed seems to get pleasure from making others feel on edge.

Probably a good rule of thumb is to hire people you like, and put together a good team.

Another rule of thumb could be, don’t invite people who create problems for you. If you can’t avoid doing this, then let your event planner know so they can be on the lookout.

And now please enjoy, “Level of Service” Wedding and Event Podcast Episode 63.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann

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* Master of Ceremonies

* Pianist

* Bandleader

* Host of Wedding & Event Podcast

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In designing your event, you are the artist. 

With the help of event professionals many art forms contribute.

Depending on your location, time of day and what’s important to you, your event may need additional lighting.

What about natural light?

Is lighting more important than flowers? 

What could be more important at an event than lighting or flowers?

Lighting. Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 62. With Tobey Dodge. Hosted by Eric Zimmermann 626-797-1795

These subjects and much more are addressed in this episode.

And now please enjoy Lighting. Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 62.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Host of Wedding & Event Podcast 626-797-1795

About Tobey Dodge

"Tobey is about as good as you get. She simply cares about her clients and makes sure every detail has been taken care of..."

John Scott Senior Event Consultant, Classic Party Rentals

Tobey is a published author and Wedding and Event Consultant.

Available on Amazon.

Contact: [email protected]

 

About Eric Zimmermann

Eric is a DJ/Master of Ceremonies, Pianist, Bandleader, and Co-founder of Elegant Music. Eric is also a commercial actor in Los Angeles and Host of Wedding & Event Podcast.

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Guided To Success. Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 61

It is true an event is guided to success. In able hands, it may seem that an event just happens with no effort at all.

This is the sign of complete planning and excellent coordination. In a word, good control. Okay, that’s two words.

To some "control" is a four letter word. This can be traced to a bad experience in some cases.   

We have all experienced the discomfort of a toast that has gone on too long, or a DJ who talks too much, or someone who has had too much to drink. It would be wrong to give that person a microphone. How about an event that seems disorganized and doesn’t flow. These, every one of them, are examples of something or someone out of control.

When an event is going well, it’s best to let what’s happening just happen. As an event professional it is one’s job to make sure the next thing is ready and happens at the proper time.

And now please enjoy, Guided to Success. Wedding and Event Podcast Episode 61.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Host of Wedding & Event Podcast 626-797-1795

About Tobey Dodge

"Tobey is about as good as you get. She simply cares about her clients and makes sure every detail has been taken care of..."

John Scott Senior Event Consultant, Classic Party Rentals

Tobey is a published author and Wedding and Event Consultant.

Available on Amazon.

Contact: [email protected]

 

About Eric Zimmermann

Eric is a DJ/Master of Ceremonies, Pianist, Bandleader, and Co-founder of Elegant Music. Eric is also a commercial actor in Los Angeles and Host of Wedding & Event Podcast.

Contact: [email protected]

Website: www.elegantmusic.com

Office: 626-797-1795

Guided To Success. Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 61

It is true an event is guided to success. In able hands, it may seem that an event just happens with no effort at all. This is the sign of complete planning and excellent coordination. In a word, good control. Okay, that’s two words.

To some "control" is a four letter word. This can be traced to a bad experience in some cases.   

We have all experienced the discomfort of a toast that has gone on too long, or a DJ who talks too much, or someone who has had too much to drink. It would be wrong to give that person a microphone.

How about an event that seems disorganized and doesn’t flow. These, every one of them,      are examples of something or someone out of control.

When an event is going well, it’s best to let what’s happening just happen. As an event professional it is one’s job to make sure the next thing is ready and happens at the proper time.

And now please enjoy, Guided to Success. Wedding and Event Podcast Episode 61.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann

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* Host of Wedding & Event Podcast

Elegant Music 626-797-1795

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Congratulations Kevin and Lyneth! Eric Zimmermann Elegant Music 626-797-1795

A very good friend of mine recommends not to make decisions while you’re upset. That’s good advice.

The current situation is upsetting as of May 5th 2020. No doubt about that. Emotions are running high in the media; it seems they’re upset too.

You can turn off the news, put on a colorful bandana and take a walk around the block until you feel better. Don’t worry, you can always turn the news back on. But I recommend getting creative.

I enjoy cooking for my family. Currently I am letting friends know that we are all okay here in Los Angeles. I wrote a song. Who knows, I might even clean out the garage!

And now please enjoy “Certainty in Your Decisions.” Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 60.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Host of Wedding & Event Podcast 626-797-1795

 

About Tobey Dodge

"Tobey is about as good as you get. She simply cares about her clients and makes sure every detail has been taken care of..."

John Scott Senior Event Consultant, Classic Party Rentals

Tobey is a published author and Wedding and Event Consultant.

Available on Amazon.

Contact: [email protected]

 

About Eric Zimmermann

Eric is a DJ/Master of Ceremonies, Pianist, Bandleader, and Co-founder of Elegant Music. Eric is also a commercial actor in Los Angeles and Host of Wedding & Event Podcast.

Contact: [email protected]

Website: www.elegantmusic.com

Office: 626-797-1795

Congratulations Kevin and Lyneth! Eric Zimmermann Elegant Music 626-797-1795

A very good friend of mine recommends not to make decisions while you’re upset. That’s good advice.

The current situation is upsetting as of May 5th 2020. No doubt about that. Emotions are running high in the media; it seems they’re upset too.

You can turn off the news, put on a colorful bandana and take a walk around the block until you feel better. Don’t worry, you can always turn the news back on. But I recommend getting creative.

I enjoy cooking for my family. Currently I am letting friends know that we are all okay here in Los Angeles. I wrote a song. Who knows, I might even clean out the garage!

And now please enjoy “Certainty in Your Decisions.” Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 60.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann

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* Master of Ceremonies

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* Host of Wedding & Event Podcast

Elegant Music 626-797-1795

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Tournament of Roses Suite - Penthouse @ The Langham Huntington Hotel Pasadena, CA. Pianist Eric Zimmermann Elegant Music 626-797-1795

A high level of service can be simply defined as, the event professional taking responsibility for the needs of the client.

It is an important part of the coordinator’s job to know the scope of service of each vendor and to confirm these arrangements with the client before the event.

The event is going smoothly. Guests are enjoying each other. No one wants to end a party before its time.

Seeing that the party is going well the coordinator checks with the client to either end as scheduled or to extend the event.

Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 59. Extending The Party. 626-797-1795

In this discussion Tobey illustrates the logistics necessary to wrap up an event or to seamlessly extend the event.

And now please enjoy, “Extending the Party” Wedding and Event Podcast Episode 59.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Host of Wedding & Event Podcast 626-797-1795

About Tobey Dodge

"Tobey is about as good as you get. She simply cares about her clients and makes sure every detail has been taken care of..."

John Scott Senior Event Consultant, Classic Party Rentals

Tobey is a published author and Wedding and Event Consultant.

Available on Amazon.

Contact: [email protected]

 

About Eric Zimmermann

Eric is a DJ/Master of Ceremonies, Pianist, Bandleader, and Co-founder of Elegant Music. Eric is also a commercial actor in Los Angeles and Host of Wedding & Event Podcast.

Contact: [email protected]

Website: www.elegantmusic.com

Office: 626-797-1795

Shakespeare Club Weddings & Events.

Picture a table beautifully set for dinner. The centerpiece could be regarded as the focal point for the table contributing to the decor of the entire room.

Centerpiece

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Usually at an event the centerpiece is the same from table to table. However, I have seen table settings, each of a different design, representing for example, where the guests had traveled from, such as the New York table or the Miami table. I have also see centerpieces that represent the interests and activities of the celebrants.

A great deal of care can go into the design of a centerpiece. It shouldn’t be too big, obstructing the view of the other guests at the table or obstruct the view of the rest of the room where important activities will be taking place. It could have lights or be lit from above. All by itself the centerpiece can be regarded as one of the unifying factors in the visual presentation of an event.

Master of Ceremonies

In much the same way the master of ceremonies conducting the festivities of the evening is a focal point and unifying factor for an event; he’s the man out front. 

Being interesting and entertaining the MC yet strikes the proper tone. Unless otherwise instructed he is not there to make wisecracks or use profanity and otherwise make guests feel uncomfortable. For more about this please see the link:  Your Master of Ceremonies, What Does He Do? on the Wedding and Event Podcast Website.

Design Focal Point & Presentation. Eric Zimmermann Master of Ceremonies 626-797-1795

In this episode, I relay a story of a wonderful retirement party that I particularly enjoyed being part of that took place at the Shakespeare Club in Pasadena.

And now please enjoy, Party at the Shakespeare Club. Wedding and Event Podcast Episode 58.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Host of Wedding & Event Podcast 626-797-1795

About Tobey Dodge

"Tobey is about as good as you get. She simply cares about her clients and makes sure every detail has been taken care of..."

John Scott Senior Event Consultant, Classic Party Rentals

Tobey is a published author and Wedding and Event Consultant.

Available on Amazon.

Contact: [email protected]

 

About Eric Zimmermann

Eric is a DJ/Master of Ceremonies, Pianist, Bandleader, and Co-founder of Elegant Music. Eric is also a commercial actor in Los Angeles and Host of Wedding & Event Podcast.

Contact: [email protected]

Website: www.elegantmusic.com

Office: 626-797-1795

Shakespeare Club Weddings & Events.

Picture a table beautifully set for dinner. The centerpiece could be regarded as the focal point for the table contributing to the decor of the entire room.

Centerpiece

Creative Centerpiece designs by Jordan Stringfellow JordiandCo 626.665.4222

Usually at an event the centerpiece is the same from table to table. However, I have seen table settings, each of a different design, representing for example, where the guests had traveled from such as the New York table or the Miami table. I have also see centerpieces that represent the interests and activities of the celebrants.

A great deal of care can go into the design of a centerpiece. It shouldn’t be too big, obstructing the view of the other guests at the table or obstruct the view of the rest of the room where important activities will be taking place. It could have lights or be lit from above. All by itself the centerpiece can be regarded as one of the unifying factors in the visual presentation of an event.

Master of Ceremonies

In much the same way the master of ceremonies conducting the festivities of the evening is a focal point and unifying factor for an event; he’s the man out front. 

Being interesting and entertaining the MC yet strikes the proper tone. Unless otherwise instructed he is not there to make wisecracks or use profanity and otherwise make guests feel uncomfortable. For more about this please see the link:  Your Master of Ceremonies, What Does He Do? on the Wedding and Event Podcast Website.

Design Focal Point & Presentation. Eric Zimmermann Master of Ceremonies 626-797-1795

In this episode, I relay a story of a wonderful retirement party that I particularly enjoyed being part of that took place at the Shakespeare Club in Pasadena.

And now please enjoy, Party at the Shakespeare Club. Wedding and Event Podcast Episode 58.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann

* DJ

* Master of Ceremonies

* Pianist

* Bandleader

* Host of Wedding & Event Podcast

Elegant Music 626-797-1795

See: Elegant Music Jazz Trio Performs Theme from Game of Thrones @ Shakespeare Club

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When planning a wedding, each item purchased, each service secured is carefully chosen. Invitations have already been sent and guests are confirmed. Then, you find out that due to some factor beyond your control, you need to reschedule your wedding.

Recently, there are many couples in the middle of this nightmare. Thankfully this doesn’t happen often.

In listening to this episode, the main thing that stood out for me, was how experienced and knowledgable Tobey Dodge is, and that you would want, no one less qualified, representing you, when you need to reschedule your wedding.  Years of experience has graced her with a certain poise and level-headed calm that is certainly needed in such a situation.

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And now please enjoy “Checklist for Rescheduling a Wedding.” Wedding & Event Podcast Episode 57.

Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Host of Wedding & Event Podcast Phone: 626-797-1795

About Tobey Dodge

"Tobey is about as good as you get. She simply cares about her clients and makes sure every detail has been taken care of..."

John Scott Senior Event Consultant, Classic Party Rentals

Tobey is a published author and Wedding and Event Consultant.

Available on Amazon.

Contact: [email protected]

 

About Eric Zimmermann

Eric is a DJ/Master of Ceremonies, Pianist, Bandleader, and Co-founder of Elegant Music. Eric is also a commercial actor in Los Angeles and Host of Wedding & Event Podcast.

Contact: [email protected]

Website: www.elegantmusic.com

Office: 626-797-1795