Do you value entertainment to be a significant factor for the success of your special event?... if the answer is YES, continue to read. Contact us at (502)239-2865 or (502)649-1548 (cell) email us mcyancey1@aol.com WELCOME! My name is Marshall C. Yancey, president, founder and master MC/DJ of Yancey Entertainment Service, Inc. Thank you for taking a few moments to visit our web site. We are proud to proclaim 32 years of providing entertainment excellence. A fun, flawless, well-executed and memorable event does not just happen. It requires the assistance of an experienced, skillful and reputable entertainer who can assure maximization of the full potentials of your plans. You have now discovered an option to choose distinctive and exceptional entertainment for your event...we are here to serve you. Celebrate your special event with us and experience the Yancey Entertainment difference. You can expect a smooth flowing celebration presented with style and class in an unobtrusive fashion that will culminate with a fun and energetic dance party. This site is merely designed to introduce you to our company, inform you about our profession and hopefully encourage an interview in person or at least an initial phone call. I invite you to scroll down this page to examine each section of our site and we look forward to creating a unique, fun and memorable experience for you and your guests. Call me today at (502) 239-2865 (home office) or (502) 649-1548 (cell) or email me mcyancey1@aol.com to inquire about available dates and rates. Congratulations and best wishes with your planning! ABOUT YANCEY ENTERTAINMENT Yancey Entertainment is a full-time, Louisville, Kentucky based mobile disc jockey entertainment and event direction service. Since 1978 we have performed competently as music and entertainment hosts in the surrounding Kentucky and Southern Indiana areas at wedding receptions, corporate, school, church and private events and many other special occasions. Although we specialize in wedding entertainment, which represents 85% of our business, we also provide professional sound reinforcement services (indoors and outdoors) and technical support for wedding ceremonies, live band and choral performances. We also provide these services for trade shows, seminars and conventions. Yancey Entertainment is your complete solution for mobile DJ services when you require or expect detailed pre-event planning, expert event direction and stellar entertainment. We are highly respected and praised by clients as well as top professionals in the catering, entertainment and wedding consultant industries for our excellence in performance and high standards of professionalism. No engagement is too large or too small. Whether you are planning an occasion that is formal or casual, conservative or motivating, elegant or a full-throttle celebration - we have the experience, the music library and the inventory of pro quality sound systems to assure you that your event is a complete success. We have established a reputation as an upscale, unobtrusive DJ service with a precise and classy presentation style known to create dance floor excitement utilizing good taste. Our associates are polished emcees, experienced event directors and skillful music programmers who always strive to be the perfect event host. We will expertly design, customize and conduct your special event to not only satisfy but hopefully surpass your expectations. The DJ entertainment business is not only our profession - it is our passion and your complete satisfaction is always our mission. We are fully insured and a proud member of the National Association of Mobile Entertainers and the Louisville Wedding Association. We are also committed to improvement and continued education by attending local and national workshops, seminars and conventions of our profession. Contact us today at (502) 239-2865 (office) or (502) 649-1548 (cell) or email today for additional information, to request our comprehensive information packet or to schedule a free consultation meeting at our conference suite at Falk Audio, 6303 Fern Valley Pass, Louisville, KY, 40228. We look forward to serving you. Just say YES! ABOUT THE OWNER I, Marshall C. Yancey, am a native of Oxford, North Carolina and a graduate of North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University with a degree in Industrial Engineering Technology. I have held corporate positions with General Motors Buick Motor Division in Flint, Michigan for two years and then relocated to Louisville in May of 1974 where I have held positions with General Electric (Refrigeration Division) through March of 1990. I have always had an appreciation for many different styles of music, an extensive music library and a strong interest in audiophile stereo equipment. My passion for music and special talent for music programming were noticed and encouraged by many in the early 70's when I was repeatedly asked to be the DJ at small parties. This passion for entertaining and unrelenting entrepreneurial aspirations eventually led to the founding of Yancey Entertainment Service during the summer of 1978. I operated successfully as a single system performer and later expanded as a multi-system company on a part-time basis while employed at General Electric for almost 12 years until 1990. My employment at GE Company was terminated due to corporate downsizing. A confirmed reputation, a solid clientele base and increasing demands gave me the confidence to take a leap of faith to pursue self-employment full-time. Presently I am proud and fortunate to own and operate a successful and thriving entertainment and sound reinforcement business that is highly respected. This was not achieved by chance. I have never compromised quality and believe that integrity, perseverance and hard work are elements of success. It has been confirmed that Yancey Entertainment Service has enjoyed a superb reputation as a DJ service of choice largely influenced by my leadership, unique style and signature "smooth" demeanor and highly desired "Barry White" type vocal traits. Besides music, I enjoy custom and vintage cars, auto drag racing, reading technical magazines, basketball, socializing and singing. Since 1986, I have been the director of the audio visual ministry at First Baptist Church of Jeffersontown. I feel especially blessed to have a profession that is truly my passion. It is also quite gratifying to have had so many opportunities to develope great relationships during my career and to have genuine respect from my colleagues. WEDDING RECEPTIONS You are now planning the wedding of your dreams with hopes of accenting this most magical and romantic day with a perfect celebration with your family and friends. The success of your dreams becoming a reality for your reception is determined by all of the factors contributing to the outcome. Since a reception is primarily an entertainment function, the choice of your entertainment professional should be a priority in the planning process. We believe that the pre-reception planning session(s) with your entertainment provider is the foundation of a successful event. We will share our vast years of experience to give you guidance and assistance with every detail to assure a personalized, fun and stress-free celebration. We are more than "just the music". An experienced and skilled MC/DJ is really the lifeblood of most receptions. We will make sure you can relax and enjoy the party of your life. A Wedding Reception Entertainment Questionnaire - Are you planning the most important event of your entire life? - Are you seeking a complete solution for your wedding reception entertainment? - Are you looking for the most versatile and practical investment for your reception entertainment dollar? - Would you like personal professional consultation and careful planning of your reception music and special events? - Are you bored with the ordinary, not impressed with mediocrity and intolerant with absurdity? - Do you want to bring class and fun to your reception that will help make it an event to remember? - Do you desire the assurance of knowing that you have selected a reputable and experienced entertainment host? If you have answered YES to any of these questions, CONGRATULATIONS! You have now resolved your reception entertainment dilemma. Let Yancey Entertainment Service help make your wedding day dreams come true. You should not have to take chances when choosing your reception entertainment. Choose a confirmed professional...experience the Yancey Entertainment difference... We offer you the following: Pre-reception consultation session(s) with your MC/DJ at our conference suite to discuss, customize and plan all details of your reception Our comprehensive Wedding Reception Information (Planner) Form, All-Time Top 250 Song List and Suggested Special Events Songs List to help make your planning easier A team of experienced, articulate and polished MC/DJs knowledgeable of proper etiquette who will act as your entertainment host, coordinate and announce all special events at your reception. We never forget that "it's your party" Properly attired DJs always dressed to impress for the occasion - standard suit and tie or tuxedo upon request All modern state of the art audio gear designed to reproduce a superior sound and rack mounted in black carpeted road cases, presented neatly with minimal wires exposed, complementing your decor. We provide sound systems for any size venue and audience Back-up equipment of critical components at every event and DJs on-call available in the event of an emergency Concert quality wireless UHF microphones available for blessings, toasts and other special announcements (no embarrassing drop-outs and hissing) An extensive CD music library of all categories and time periods for every generation and music preference desired, including easy listening background types to all dance varieties. We play only clean/edited versions of music with explicit lyrics Non-stop music of your choice artfully programmed to create an atmoshere of elegance for socializing and dining that can be skillfully transitioned to high-energy dance excitement. We will also play requests from your guests responsibly Optional voice-over recording and playback perfect for special dances or any spotlight moment featuring heart warming messages that will create unforgettable memories A detailed written entertainment agreement (contract) to protect both of our interests Overtime performance upon your request at an affordable rate Optional dance floor lighting, special effects and any special audio visual requirements References upon request of recent clients we have served and wedding professionals we have worked with Additional wireless powered speakers on tripods for venues with multiple rooms and/or undesirable acoustical characteristics to improve the distribution of sound (music and the spoken word). We can also interface our sound system at venues with a compatible existing house sound system to assist sound distribution Sound systems equipped with wireless lavaliere and hand held microphones as well as recorded music of your choice for your wedding ceremony at any location. We can also provide sound reinforcement for live musicians You deserve to have the peace of mind knowing that your reception will be conducted professionally, entertaining and worry-free. The solution is really quite simple...just say Y E S ! Call us today...prime dates book fast! TESTIMONIALS "Marshall Yancey has been the DJ at The Olmsted for numerous events in the past nine years. A man of great dignity, Marshall has an extensive knowledge of music and how to read a crowd. He has the ability to guide an event most enjoyably without "stealing the show" from the bride and groom. Mr. Yancey is truly an outstanding professional in his field." Brenda Bush, Director of Special Events (The Olmsted) "Marshall Yancey and his staff make my job so easy! He works so well with my staff to coordinate and make perfect the flow and production that a wedding should always be. I would recommend him to any of my brides!!" Jessica (Ligon) Safley, Wedding Consultant "Wow! Thank you so much for the DJing you did for our wedding reception. The songs were so awesome...you had everyone up and dancing! It was so much fun! You are a true professional and we appreciate all of your hard work and awesome music! Thank you so much...you really made our wedding perfect!" Tarek & Tara Saleh "We wanted to let you know that we appreciated your contribution to making our wedding reception perfect. We had many compliments on your music selection and everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves. You came highly recommended and from experience we can now tell you it is very deserving." Brad & Jamie Lacy "Thank you so much for making our wedding reception such a wonderful once-in-a-lifetime event that we will never forget! You and your associates did a superb job with the music. We can't thank you enough." Mack & Marija Bautista "On June 26, 2010 Marshall Yancey and his staff performed as the MC/DJ for our daughter's wedding reception at the Beaux Arts Room at The Henry Clay. We couldn't have been more pleased. Mr. Yancey selects and plays the music selections in a carefully formulated order to guarantee a great dance party. His formula is certainly successful. Our daughter and son-in-law's guests certainly loved dancing to his selections. There was even a group dance that Todd Pellowe, our photographer, had never seen!! Mr. Yancey's professionalism in serving as the MC and moving the events of the reception along really enhanced the evening. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone wanting a professional DJ who can get the party going!" Robert & Carolyn Rainey (parents of the bride) Mark & Ashley (Rainey) Donahey "Joe and I just returned from our honeymoon in Maine over the weekend and I wanted to take a moment to thank you for the WONDERFUL job you did at our reception. My parents have been getting calls like crazy complimenting the job that you did. You truly made our reception perfect. It was like a fairytale come true for us. It was even better than I had ever imagined!!! I don't think I sat down for more than a few minutes the entire night! Joe and I especially loved our entrance! You did terrific with it. I felt such an adrenaline rush when we came into the room! It was great! Thank you so much for putting you heart and soul into our reception. You are a tremendously awesome DJ and I will recommend you to everyone I know! Our reception would not have been the same without you. It was truly amazing from start to finish! I wish I could find more powerful words than just "thank you"...it just doesn't seem enough!" Krystal & Joe Hardin "Just a note of thanks from all of us. We cannot begin to tell you how much we appreciate you helping us on Saturday. All of our guests have asked us where we were lucky enough to get someone like you. You are certainly in a league of your own. Please feel free to call on us if we can recommend you to future clients." Mark & Ellen Seabrook (parents of bride) Corinne & Greg Moore PRICE AND SELECTING AN ENTERTAINER The mobile DJ industry has evolved significantly over the past twenty years as a viable business yielding more full-time professionals than ever before. Just as the DJ profession has become more sophisticated, our clients require and/or expect more today than "just music". Some top DJs now perform roles as salesperson, event planner, coordinator, master of ceremonies, music programmer, party motivator, sound and lighting technician, multimedia operator, trainer, manager, etc. Likewise, many full-time/multi-system DJ company rates have increased proportionately approaching the rates of other mainstream professions. These rates are not unjustly inflated, but necessary to maintain the operations of the business and to provide a livable income for the owner. While it may be attractive to shop for a DJ by price, it is not a wise approach as all DJ services are not equal. Price alone should not be the definitive factor in this decision. There are many other more revealing questions that can be asked than "how much do you charge?" to determine if a prospective MC/DJ can deliver your expectations. The lowest priced DJ is rarely the best value, but a higher priced DJ is not necessarily the right fit for you or your event either. There are distinguishing traits such as style, personality and skills of the DJ which can make a major difference. You should really "get to know" the DJ when making such a crucial decision. The DJ sets the tone of your event and holds the power to significantly influence the success or failure of your best plans. The rates that are charged by most DJ services are generally based on several factors such as: years of experience, part-time or full-time operation, business overhead, unique skills and talents, personnel assignment per event, equipment and music library investments, reputation and popularity. Most often DJs that are full-time, most experienced, with polished skills and a proven reputation, offering higher quality services will charge higher rates than novice or intermediate level DJs. It is not a good idea to chance ruining your plans by trying to save a few dollars on a discount DJ. When you consider the total cost of most events, (typically wedding receptions) the average 5% to 8% that is usually spent on entertainment, is a small investment to insure success. DJ rates in the Louisville market can range from $400 to $1500 for 4 hours of performance. This disparity in rates exists due to the varing factors aforementioned in this section. Our rates also fit within this range because we provide music and entertainment for many different occasions - from a simple private party of 50 in a small venue on a Friday night requiring only a small sound system - to a highly involved gala event in a grand ballroom for 500 guests on a prime Saturday night requiring our deluxe high-powered sound system. We do not list specific prices for our services on this site. Before we can quote our best price for your engagement, we must be informed of all the details such as when, where and what you want and need. The following factors must be taken into consideration: what type of event, day of the week, time of the year, number of hours required, the venue and it's location, amount of equipment required, complexity of setup, how much coordination and interaction will be required, number of entertainers required and the MC/DJ skill level needed for the event. Our rates are quite competitive when compared to other DJ services of our caliber. We invite you to contact us at your convenience to discuss your special event and we will determine a personalized rate for you. We want to earn your business. Our commitment to high quality service makes Yancey Entertainment Service a wise choice and a great value for your investment. CORPORATE EVENTS Yancey Entertainment has also successfully provided entertainment and event coordination for a variety of corporate events. Our team of fun and client focused DJs will motivate and entertain your employees and guests at any type of celebration with great music, group participation dances, party props, games and/or with optional karaoke sing-a-long. Your DJ will assist in coordinating all of the activities as well as act as your Master of Ceremonies for your casual or formal event. Yancey Entertainment Service is available for all types of events including: company picnics, holiday parties, theme parties, award banquets, employee recognition, grand openings, boat cruises, fashion shows, charity events, pool parties, auctions, conventions, etc. We can also provide advanced level sound reinforcement systems, on site audio recording and can accommodate most multimedia requirements with full-time technical support. We have provided these services for seminars, conferences, business meetings, promotions and various stage performances including plays and live bands. Some of our satisfied corporate clients includes: Baptist Hospital East City of Louisville Canaan Christian Church Ten Broeck Hospital Masterson's Doo Wop Shop Radio One Jefferson County Public School System First Baptist Church Of Jeffersontown Presbyterian Church, USA Debra Of America, Inc. Louisville Urban League Guild Seelbach Hilton Hotel University of Kentucky (School of Agriculture) Louisville Cardiology Medical Group Muhammad Ali Center Susan G. Komen Foundation Louisville Defender Newspaper Contact us at (502)239-2865 and let's discuss your event. We will be delighted to serve you.