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David Marken is a wedding singer and DJ based in Belfast, Co Antrim.

Awarded Best Wedding Entertainment Specialist (UK & Ireland) in the LuxLife Hospitality Awards, 2022.

Planning a wedding can be a lot of work, right? I like to make the entertainment planning as faff-free as possible so you can focus on the most important bit; celebrating! I’ve been performing at weddings and other milestone celebrations since 2015, up and down the UK and all over the world, so I can promise to entertain everyone, even your granny. Whether you like classic hits by Fleetwood Mac and Chaka Khan or modern anthems by the likes of Dua Lipa and George Ezra, my extensive live repertoire is sure to feature tunes that you adore and my DJ sets will have your dance floor full all night long.

Services Offered

From your walk down the aisle to your first dance as newlyweds and onto a DJ set for the evening party, I can accompany every stage of your special day. I even perform with a loop station (think Ed Sheeran-style live recording), so you can get a full band sound with a soloist budget. Every booking includes a professional PA and background music in between live sets.

I have a range of packages available, but the most popular, by far, is the full-day Platinum package. It includes 4 songs (chosen by you) performed live for your ceremony, 2 live sets during the afternoon drinks reception, a live set over the wedding breakfast, your first dance (chosen by you) performed live and followed by a live party set, all topped off with a 4 hour DJ set. Entertainment throughout the entire day from one performer under one (surprisingly cheap!) price.

Platinum Package:

Live wedding ceremony music: Bridal entrance, Signing of register & Newlywed exit
Live performance for afternoon drinks reception
Live music during the wedding breakfast
Live first dance performance
Live pre-DJ party set with Loop Station
DJ set with all equipment
Professional PA system
Microphone & PA for speeches

Gold Package:

Live wedding ceremony music inc. Bridal entrance, Signing of register & Newlywed exit
Live performance for afternoon drinks reception
Live music during the wedding breakfast
Professional PA system
Microphone & PA for speeches

Silver Package:

Live wedding ceremony music inc. Bridal entrance, Signing of register & Newlywed exit
Live performance for afternoon drinks reception
Professional PA system

Bronze Package:

Live performance for afternoon drinks reception
Professional PA

Find full details on all my wedding packages and more audio and video samples on my website, www.davidmarken.com

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music

Cocktail/banquet music

Dance music

Entertainment

What is included in the wedding package?

Bronze = Afternoon drinks reception Silver = Ceremony + Afternoon reception Gold = Ceremony + Afternoon reception + Wedding breakfast Platinum = Gold package + First Dance + 60mins party set + 4Hr DJ

How far in advance should I contact you?

It's always good to get as much advance notice as possible but I can also work with last minute requests. If you have specific music requests etc I ask for at least 4 weeks notice

What style of music do you offer?

Lounge

Disco

Rock

Latest hits

Pop

Folk

Type of musical group:

Duet

Trio

Solo

Soloist

Size of group:

Soloist

Small (2 - 3 musicians)

Repertoire:

Hundreds of songs from 50's Rock 'n' Roll, 70's Classic Rock, 90's Power Ballads and Indie Anthems through to current chart hits

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

YES! I pride myself on having something for everyone - if you have special songs that aren't in my rep, just let me know. New material requests are included free of charge in Silver package and above

What's your experience?

I trained at The Guildford School of Acting and since 2015 I’ve performed to happy audiences at countless weddings, events and private functions, both in the UK and worldwide

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Can you travel?

Yes, the entire island of Ireland and mainland UK. International bookings are also possible, please get I touch to enquire

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, 50p/mile from business base

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

What is the length of time of the act?

Bronze = 2 hour period Silver = 4 hour period Gold = 8 hour period Platinum = Full day

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

I arrive at least one hour before the performance begins to get set up. If you have chosen the Platinum package or added a DJ set, I'll arrive 2 hours before the first set begins

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Extra live sets: 30 mins = £50 45 mins = £75 60 mins = £100 Extra DJ sets: Each hour = £100. Late finish, after midnight: 1am = £75 2am = £200 3am = £350

What are the forms of payment?

Payment can be processed by banking transfer or credit card via PayPal (5% fee) for both deposits and remaining balances. If preferred, remaining balances can be paid in cash on the day of performance