Music in Motion

When the Music Matters, We Deliver the Memories

Illinois and all surrounding states

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I can't say enough nice things about Music in Motion! Tim was excellent at communicating. He would check in every couple of weeks just to touch base and see if we had any questions. He was so easy to get a hold of. Our reception Venue recommends the DJ to be placed up in the loft. When I told Tim this he gave us honest feedback and said it would actually be a better experience for us if the DJ was set up on the main level so he could be more connected with our guests. We were going to just listen to what the venue recommended because we didn't know any better but we really appreciated Tim's honesty. Having the DJ on the main level ended up being a great idea! We ended up having DJ Damian and he was AMAZING!!! Guests are still talking about how great he was! He knew how to keep the dance floor full and keep the party going! If you are on the fence about finding a DJ I cannot recommend Music in Motion enough!!

Shannon O.

5.0

They were so easy to work with. DJs do a lot to set the tone so we wanted to find one that would deliver and we were not disappointed. We even had a very last minute change to our entrance song (like 10 minutes prior), and the DJ was able to make it work flawlessly. We were very happy we went with Music in Motion!

Carly D.

5.0

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25% OFF ANY QUOTE WHEN YOU MENTION YOU FOUND US ON THE KNOT Based in Woodstock, IL, Music In Motion is a trusted wedding entertainment company serving couples throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. With a team of six talented DJs and 20+ years of experience in the wedding and event industry, we specialize in creating celebrations that are seamless, energetic, and unforgettable. At Music In Motion, we believe great DJs do far more than just play music. We guide timelines, coordinate important moments, read the crowd, and mix music seamlessly to keep your dance floor packed all night long. Our DJs tailor every event to match your vision, musical taste, and personality, with a diverse catalog spanning rock, pop, country, club hits, R&B, Hip Hop, and more. Your DJ will also serve as your professional MC, helping keep your reception organized and flowing smoothly from introductions to the final song of the night. With experience in many traditions, cultures, and event styles, we customize every celebration to fit exactly what you envision for your big day. Music is just the beginning. Music In Motion also offers a full range of enhancements, including digital photo booths, elegant uplighting, custom monogram lighting, video montages, microphones, and professional audiovisual equipment — making us a convenient one-stop shop for your event. Planning your wedding is simple with Music In Motion’s easy-to-use online planning tools. From entering your bridal party introductions and special dances to creating must-play and do-not-play song lists, everything is organized in one place. Your DJ will review the details with you and stay in touch throughout the planning process to make sure everything comes together perfectly. When the music matters — and the memories matter even more — Music In Motion delivers.

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8-Time 'Best of Weddings'

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Music In Motion has been in business over 25yrs performing at thousands of events & weddings! With our experience & expertise, we truly believe you get what you pay for with regards to DJ entertainment. You won't find a price list or 'package A/B' type information and the reason is simple: Each event is different & by gathering information from couples we are able to provide a customized-quote so you only pay for what you want and need! Check out www.djmim.com (especially our super helpful FAQ page) over 200 reviews on Weddingwire as well as The Knot! We look forward to hearing from you!

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Music in Motion is highly recommended for weddings; the team is professional, communicative, and responsive throughout planning. DJs consistently read the room, keep the dance floor packed, handle last-minute requests, and MC seamlessly. Extras like uplighting and flexible song lists enhanced the vibe, leaving couples and guests thrilled.

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Shannon O

7/04/2026

I can't say enough nice things about Music in Motion! Tim was excellent at communicating. He would check in every couple of weeks just to touch base and see if we had any questions...

. He was so easy to get a hold of. Our reception Venue recommends the DJ to be placed up in the loft. When I told Tim this he gave us honest feedback and said it would actually be a better experience for us if the DJ was set up on the main level so he could be more connected with our guests. We were going to just listen to what the venue recommended because we didn't know any better but we really appreciated Tim's honesty. Having the DJ on the main level ended up being a great idea! We ended up having DJ Damian and he was AMAZING!!! Guests are still talking about how great he was! He knew how to keep the dance floor full and keep the party going! If you are on the fence about finding a DJ I cannot recommend Music in Motion enough!!

Carly D

6/28/2026

They were so easy to work with. DJs do a lot to set the tone so we wanted to find one that would deliver and we were not disappointed. We even had a very last minute change to our ...

entrance song (like 10 minutes prior), and the DJ was able to make it work flawlessly. We were very happy we went with Music in Motion!

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Maura B

6/10/2026

Tim did an amazing job! With a handful of little kids at the wedding, he even did a pre-dance dance party and they loved it! You can't go wrong with Music in Motion!

Kristin O

6/06/2026

Tim was attentive, professional and delightful to work with as the Day of Coordinator. He kept the dance floor moving all night! Look forward to working with him again in the futur...

Jessica F

5/26/2026

We had a great experience with Music in Motion! Our DJ was Tim, and he was absolutely amazing! Easy to communicate with and very professional. On our wedding day, everything went s...

moothly and he kept us on track. Our guests were on the dance floor all night long and multiple commented on how great our DJ was! Thank you for everything :)

Vickie S

5/14/2026

Tim was the DJ for our anniversary party and helped to make it a great night. He played all of our list and added a couple we forgot all at the right time to keep the dance floor ...

full. We will definitely have Music in Motion again!

Kelly O

4/28/2026

Tim was so helpful and even gave us a phone call to answer all of our questions and give us a run down of what to expect. Riley was our DJ, and we LOVED him! He was so much fun, ke...

pt the energy going and several of our guests have already reached out to us to say how on point the playlist was, the transitions were great and Riley's fun personality meshed so well with our friends and family. He was so accommodating and the most friendly above all! 10/10 would recommend Music In Motion to anyone looking for DJ services! Ask for Riley!

Derek S

3/31/2026

Tim and Jeff from MIM were absolute professionals from start to finish. They were easy to communicate with, were on time, and knew what they were doing from the word go. We could n...

ot have asked for a better team for our wedding!

Emily P

11/16/2025

We hired Tim as our wedding DJ and truly couldn’t have asked for anything better! From the very beginning, he was the most responsive vendor we worked with. He checked in regularly...

before the big day, communicated clearly, and made the whole process feel so easy. Oh, and he is seriously the most friendly human! He worked seamlessly with our day-of coordinator, and when the wedding day arrived, everything was smooth sailing. You can tell he has this down to a science; in the best way possible!! The music, the transitions, the energy… all flawless. We had so many guests come up to us saying it was the best DJ/music they’ve ever experienced at a wedding. That says everything! And I’m so happy we went with the uplighting—seriously, it made all the difference for the vibe and tied the whole night together. If you’re considering Tim, do yourself a favor and book him. He made our night unforgettable!

Leah E

11/07/2025

If I could give 10 stars I would! From the moment I reached out to Tim and his team members, it was nothing but professional. He was informative throughout the whole planning proce...

ss. On my wedding day, he provided the ceremony music and the reception. Nothing short of amazing!! If you are looking for a fun, professional and all around wonderful DJ, look no further than Music in Motion, you will not be disappointed.

Crystal T

11/03/2025

We used Tim/ Music In Motion for our wedding in October and we thought he was amazing!!! I had some special requests like a moment of silence for my dad, the show game, special dan...

ce with me and my daughter. He was the least stressful part about wedding planning, and made the day go smoothly as we followed his lead and timeline. He was also very communicative and answered any questions I had prior to the wedding. We also had some random Polish songs on our must play list (husband is Polish) and he accommodated that as well. I highly recommend Tim. Thanks again for everything Tim!

Jim W

10/12/2025

Tim just Dj’d our wedding.. and he was AMAZING!!!! Best vendor we could have gone with, consistent communication through the whole process and made the day go by so smooth. Amazing...

amazing guy for your next event!

Nicole B

9/28/2025

Music in Motion is the best!! Everyone had a blast at our wedding. Our DJ, Jimmy, was able to read the room and play the perfect music to keep everyone dancing all night. Tim was v...

ery responsive and helpful throughout the whole planning process, answering any questions I had. I will recommend Music in Motion to anyone in need!!

Melissa B

9/23/2025

We booked Music in Motion for our wedding in Genoa City, WI. Tim is great! Very responsive and periodically checks in to see if you have any questions or need anything. For our wed...

ding, we had DJ Rick. Rick was amazing. He helped us with anything we needed, checked in on us to make sure we were good during the day, and coached us through the schedule of the event. When it came to the reception, he blew our expectations out of the water. He was excellent in keeping the crowd on the dance floor. All of our guests loved him and said he was the best wedding DJ they’d ever had. I highly recommend Music in Motion for your wedding. Tim and Rick are the best!

Stacy H

9/15/2025

DJ Shav made sure our son’s reception was amazing. Highly recommended!

Jacqueline P

9/15/2025

We recently had Music In Motion DJ our wedding and provide music for our ceremony and we can’t speak highly enough of them. Tim was great and reached out to us several times and Fe...

lipe exceeded all of our expectations. Our guests loved the vibes as did we. 10/10 recommend!!

Janet G

9/13/2025

We could not have chosen a better DJ for our wedding than Tim and Music in Motion! From the start, he was great to work with. He was great at communication and understood exactly...

what we had envisioned for our wedding. He played music for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and the reception. He was a great MC throughout the night and kept everyone entertained and the dance floor packed all night long! We gave him a ridiculously long list of songs to play and he got them played throughout the day. We did order the extra uplighting, which was a huge plus! Really set the mood for the reception with the changing colors throughout. I would give him 100 stars if I could. We may have to plan an anniversary party every year so we can use him again!

Brenna P

9/11/2025

We heard of this company through a friend and are so glad we used them! JD was nothing less than amazing! He was very professional and was great with keeping the dance floor crowde...

d the entire night. I will be telling all of my friends that are getting married about this company!

Melissa H

9/08/2025

Damian was our DJ and we did not expect how amazing he would be at getting the party started. He brought props and had my grandpa shuffling on the dance floor in a zebra vest. High...

ly recommend Music in Motion!

Bryan E

9/05/2025

Did an amazing job when it came to energy and flow of the event. He was very receptive to any adjustments that we had. Also, had very timely responses when it came to pre-wedding p...

lanning.

Scott C

9/04/2025

Tim and music in motion is fantastic! He was completely professional and was a great addition to the party! I totally recommend using him for your DJ, he has an online form that yo...

u fill out and he downloads it and he basically emcees the reception. Our Wedding was three days ago, and everybody is still talking about how great the party was, you will not be disappointed if you use Tim and music in motion.

Brittany S

8/28/2025

Tim was the DJ at our wedding on 8/22/2025 and he did a wonderful job! He kept the party going and kept everyone on the dance floor! he was super polite and very helpful with any q...

uestions we had with the whole process. He played all the songs we listed and added good songs we forgot! I highly recommend Tim with Music in Motion

Makayla M

8/17/2025

I'm a wedding planner, and I worked with Tim for the first time this weekend. He was great! He song transitions are carefully crafted, and he knows how to both entertain and guide ...

the crowd. He also went above and beyond his job duties by asking his assistant to bring an HDMI cord (he was offsite), so that a guest could borrow it to play a very important slideshow that meant the world to my couple. Would recommend 10/10 - Makayla, Oak Avenue Events -

Kathryn S

8/11/2025

We could not be happier with our wedding day! Tim was AMAZING! He was great with communication before and right up until the day of. We ad to rush and move everything up bu about 3...

0 minutes to beat the storm and Tim was ready to spring into action. He kept us informed, helped direct the wedding party, and worked seamlessly with our other vendors. And he kept the party going until the very very end. I could not appreciate him more!

Jamie N

8/09/2025

Jeff was our DJ for our wedding and he went above and beyond. He played awesome music the whole night and our dance floor was never empty. He did great with announcing events and t...

ransitioning from one thing to another. We got a ton of compliments on our music. Tim, the owner, was also very helpful and friendly in the months leading up to our wedding.

Matthew k

7/27/2025

Tim was the best wedding DJ that my wife and I could have asked for. We could not recommend Music in Motion enough!

Nichole J

6/08/2025

Tim was great to work with and Dj Shav was amazing. He played a variety of music that kept the atmosphere fun all night long. Will definitely work with them in the future.

Stephanie L

6/02/2025

Tim was great to work with throughout our entire wedding process all the way up until the wedding night ended! He made everything super easy and simple to follow on the website for...

ms. He was great to work with and always checked up on us every few months. He always was quick to respond to any questions I had and helped us stay on schedule as much as we could! We had so much positive feedback about the music and the dance floor was filled the whole night!

Emily F

5/04/2025

I can't shout from the rooftops loud enough how AMAZING Music in Motion is. From the moment we reached out to Tim, he was so great and great with communication. We requested Jimmy ...

as our DJ after we met him while he DJed a friend's wedding. We could not have been happier with Jimmy and Tim. The planning process was smooth, the song requesting and selecting was easy, Jimmy was on time, professional, fun, and did an amazing job. If you need a DJ literally look NO further and reach out to them TODAY! You will be really glad you did. :)

Alyssa M

4/19/2025

Music in Motion has now completed ALL THREE Metallo sibling weddings over the course of 8 years. And when i tell you even after E I G H T years the family still remembers and raves...

over their services, they do. You truly cannot go wrong with MIM, they’re a quality service with budget friendly pricing. Tim and his team are VERY flexible, understanding, and will take the reigns on a situation if you need them to. We didn’t even make a song list because we knew we could have full trust, and it came together like a dream. DO NOT WAIT, BOOK NOW!

Kelly T

2/08/2025

Tim was a fantastic DJ!! He helped make our wedding day memorable and really kept the dance floor alive! His website/portal made planning for our day easy, and he was very responsi...

ve anytime we reached out with a question! It's clear that he really enjoys what he does! We highly recommend Music in Motion for you wedding day DJ!

Sabrina B

1/04/2025

Tim our Dj was Great! He listened to what music we wanted! Very organized and made our Wedding day fun!

Aubrey S

11/11/2024

Tim was absolutely incredible! I cannot recommend him enough! We received so many compliments from our guests and the dance floor was packed all night long. He brought such a fun e...

nergy the whole night and played the perfect mix of all the genres we love. Tim was extremely helpful and knowledgable throughout the entire planning process as well. Thank you for making our night so fun!

Sarah H

11/05/2024

Music in Motion was great to work with for our wedding ceremony and reception. Communication was consistent, clear, and organized in supporting our plans for the big day. We apprec...

iated the helpful planning documents to organize our musical details. We also loved the energy of our DJ, Jimmy Styx! Working with him throughout the night was awesome. I would highly recommend them for anyone's special events in the future! We loved it!

Heather M

10/21/2024

Tim was the absolute BEST DJ EVER!! We received SO MANY compliments from our guests at how well he did, how fun the music was and how lively the dancefloor was the entire evening. ...

He truly did such a fantastic job with every little thing we requested and made the night unforgettable! I will never hire another entertainer besides Tim. He also is just such a sweet, down to earth, and genuinely nice person. I am so glad we used Music in Motion for our wedding! Tim's communication leading up to the event was PERFECT. He made sure everything was set beforehand, answered all of my questions SO promptly, wasn't overbearing, and just minutes before the night started he ran through the timeline of events again to ensure I was happy with everything. He is an amazing MC! You will NOT regret hiring Tim for whatever event you need!

Alisan W

10/13/2024

Tim was absolutely amazing at our wedding this weekend. He was also the most attentive and communicative vendor that we had. He nailed all the song transitions (and songs that we ...

wanted mixed/cut/looped etc...)! Literal perfection. Will be using his services if we ever need to in the future! Couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Brian E

10/10/2024

We had DJ Jeff and he was great! Music selection was on point, volume was perfect, and he was a fantastic MC. Tim was wonderful helping coordinate everything. They both went above ...

and beyond to make our day extra special. Would highly recommend!

Cassidy M

10/01/2024

Tim was the perfect choice to DJ our recent wedding! We talked to about 9 DJs before coming across Music in Motion. Even over the phone nobody was giving us the energy and professi...

onalism we were looking for - enter Tim from Music in Motion. My fiancé and I immediately loved the conversation we had with Tim. We could tell how excited he was for us and his energy matched ours perfectly. Tim was very communicative with us leading up to our wedding and would often respond within an hour of our emails! On the day of our wedding Tim absolutely rocked it. He was so engaging as an MC and followed the music choices and ‘vibe’ we wanted for each segment of our reception exactly how we asked. We still have people coming up to us to tell us how amazing the music was! I would 10000% recommend reaching out to Tim if you’re looking for a wedding DJ!

Maggie L

9/24/2024

Delivered on everything we wanted and we had a great time dancing all night long with friends and family.

Destani D

9/21/2024

Communication with Tim and Dj Rick was amazing! Everyone was on their feet all night! And Dj Rick took the extra time to check in on me right before I walked down and it was the li...

ttle details that made the whole experience!

Jennifer T

9/18/2024

Best decision ever! Tim with Music in Motion truly made our wedding perfect! He is the most amazing DJ. He made the entire night flow so smoothly and seamlessly from the ceremony, ...

cocktail hour, dinner and after dinner dancing. He was super fun and professional and knew exactly the right songs to play. He was constantly checking in with us to make sure we were doing good and keeping us updated. Truly a class act. He kept people dancing all night and we got so many compliments on the music. Highly recommend Tim and Music in Motion!

Izzy A

9/18/2024

DJ Tim with Music in Motion is the best of the best!! Tim made our entire day seamless and assisted with so much to ensure everything was perfect. We got so many compliments on the...

songs all throughout the night and Tim has a gift for reading the room very well. He accommodated all our requests and just made it the best party ever. We can’t picture our day without him!! Definitely book with music in motion, can’t recommend them enough.

Liz K

9/09/2024

We hired Music In Motion for our wedding, and what an amazing choice it was! MIM Owner, Tim, was consistently in contact with us over the course of the year we were under contract ...

with him. Then for our event, we had DJ Jimmy and he absolutely killed it. Everyone loved the music and the dance floor was busy all night long! Cannot recommend Music In Motion enough!!

Tessa L

9/03/2024

DJ Shav was OUTSTANDING. Everyone commented on how fun and engaging he was and not to mention the bangers he was playing! We partied on the dance floor all night!! Every direction ...

I gave in my planning form was executed to a T! My father/daughter dance was a mash up between 3 songs and he blended them so perfectly. The night was truly unforgettable, and it was a big thanks to DJ Shav!!!

Brooke S

9/02/2024

DJ Bryan was AMAZING! There were people on the dance floor until the very end of the wedding (which does not always happen). I really appreciate his professionalism, kindness, and...

flexibility! Music in Motion certainly helped make the night even more memorable! :)

Meghan M

7/31/2024

If you are looking for a DJ to meet the tone of your evening, these MiM is where to go. No joke, I have had several family members and friends say that this was the best dancing t...

hat they have ever had.

Catrina S

7/15/2024

Jeff and Tim were absolutely amazing throughout the whole planning process up until the day of. Jeff, myself, and my husband connected very well and he was very in sync with our wa...

nts during our wedding. Jeff not only did an amazing job on the music, he also did an amazing job keeping me (the bride) calm and focused on the important things!

Kylie M

6/30/2024

Words can’t express how thankful I am that we choose Music in Motion for our wedding. From the start Tim and his team were very informative and reached out often. It showed just ho...

w much they care about our day. The day… wow just wow. Everything went so smooth and it was so easy. Tim took over and ran the day keeping things moving. From the ceremony to the reception. I am honestly so happy and didn’t have any issues, thanks to him. I didn’t even question or worry about where he was setting up, what he needed, or how to help. He did it all without me knowing a thing. Made being the bride EASY! The dance floor- another wow! Everyone danced. EVERYONE! The songs kept flowing and next thing I knew I was out dancing for many many songs. The night flew and went so smooth thanks to Music in Motion. There is no question, when looking for a DJ for any event look no further. Honestly!!!!

Crystal Q

6/24/2024

I have never felt more valued by a DJ than I did working with this company! They followed my directions to a t, made sure my intended vibe was a success, and most importantly kept ...

the party going! Literal quote from 5 different guests “I have never seen a dance floor at a wedding so packed the entire time. People were always dancing!” Having someone tell me my wedding was the most fun wedding that they have ever been to would not have happened if I had chosen a different company. I owe music in motion so much!! Highly recommend this company!

anonymous u

6/20/2024

Highly recommend Tim and Music in Motion! Leading up to our wedding, Tim was fantastic at communicating, checked in often, answered all our questions, and made sure everything was ...

on track. Shav was our DJ and was spectacular. He got everyone on the dance floor and the feedback from guests was great. He accommodated a big last minute request and made sure everything went smoothly. Would definitely recommend them to anyone getting married!

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