The Music Man DJ Service - Professional DJs
Maine and New Hampshire
Service area
Jason Strycharz
OWNER & DJ
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (4X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Music Man DJ Service is a wedding and events DJ company based out of Kennebunk, ME. This team believes that the most wonderful times in everyone's lives are celebrations. That is why they will collaborate with you to design a memorable and fully customized setlist that allows you to enjoy your wedding or event your way.
The Music Man DJ Service is comprised of a team of DJs with more than 20 years of experience. These professionals take a personable approach to working with clients and follow four core principles. These include responsibility and integrity; experienced talent; state-of-the-art equipment; and a vast music library. Our DJs have DJed at over 3,000 weddings and events and know how to adapt their playlist to every kind of musical taste and vibe.
The Music Man DJ Service will help you create an entertainment plan that feels unique to you. With a large selection of songs in a range of genres, we can tailor your night to your preferences. Along with music, we also provide MC services and can perform at anniversaries, birthday parties, mitzvahs, and more.
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African
Bluegrass
Bollywood
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
EDM
Folk
Hip-Hop
Jazz
Latin
Pop
R&B
Rock
Music Services
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Meet the team
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- Jason StrycharzOwner & DJJason is a lifelong lover of music. A drummer since the age of 10 and playing in bars and clubs by the age of 15 has helped him see what songs get people dancing and what don’t. He took his love for drums and performance and reimagined them as a DJ. He’s honored and blessed to have the opportunity to pack dance floors and make sure everyone is vibing. Find out how Jason and his team can make your wedding or event one to remember!
- Barbra JeanDJBarbra has a passion for people. When she’s not DJing she’s helping people as a physical trainer and budding life coach. She brings enthusiasm and a detail oriented approach to everyone that works with her.
- Dennis BoydDJA music and choral teacher by trade, Dennis brings a fun enthusiasm to everything music. He’s not only a great DJ, but also is heavily involved in Maine state choral competitions for students.
- Ethan PaquetDJAn accomplished musician himself, Ethan loves all genres of music. Don’t be fooled by his age, he has an old soul and excellent taste in music.
- Jason PaquetteDJA music teacher by trade, Jason brings his knowledge and passion for all genres to DJing any event. He’s also a gifted multi-instrumentalist.
- Jeff ForanDJA guitarist and DJ, Jeff brings a great musician’s mindset to his DJ craft. He absolutely loves his job and always feels that “it’s a beautiful day for a wedding.”
- Jens Jensen ReinkeDJJens is not only a DJ but also produces his own music. When he’s not rocking dance floors at events, he’s putting together his own DJ collective parties.
- Mike PompDJMike has built his life around music. Broadcasting in New Hampshire currently on the radio, MCing many charity road races and also packing dance floors with The Music Man, Mike has an amazing amount of knowledge of what will make people dance.
- Russ ZondermanDJRuss knows how to make a floor dance! As a consistent private event DJ and an avid club DJ, he can read the floor and bring the party!
- Shawn NicholsonMarketing & DJA former club DJ in Portland’s Old Port and runner up in Best Club DJ In Maine, Shawn brings a passion to his events. He loves the classics, but can also hang with hip hop throwbacks, club tracks and everything in between.
- Shawn CullenDJWith club experience and a solid track record of happy dancers, Shawn brings a great energy to his DJ sets.
- Jay KerouacDJJay has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to music, and he is skilled at reading the crowd and playing the right song at the right time. From his experience in clubs, to karaoke nights and the countless weddings he’s been at, Jay works closely with his clients to create an amazing soundtrack that reflects their unique style and vibe.
- Josh OrtizDJJosh aka DJ Ortiz, is a highly experienced wedding and event DJ who has been entertaining crowds for over 15 years. He has a passion for music that is contagious, and he loves nothing more than getting people up and dancing. Josh has brought his love of music to weddings in North Carolina, clubs in New York City, and now to Maine and New Hampshire.
- Matt ToweyDJMatt is a skilled wedding and event DJ with over 10 years of experience. He is known for his ability to create a fun and energetic atmosphere that keeps guests dancing all night long. Matt works closely with his clients to create a customized playlist that reflects their unique tastes. When he is not behind the decks, he’s busy in his studio recording various artists and mastering their work.
- Rob BurnellDJRob is a dynamic and talented DJ and musician who has been entertaining crowds for several years. He has a passion for music that shines through in every performance, and has a talent for creating an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps guests on the dance floor all night.
- Meredith HillmanDJKnown for her Goth and Queer dance nights, Meredith aka DJ Foxy is a versatile club and events DJ, voted as one of Portland’s Top Ten Best DJs of 2024. She got her start in college radio but has been curating music since childhood. Her song selection is tailored to each event, always with her audience in mind, and her ability to read a crowd enables her to customize sets in a way that everyone can enjoy.
- Steve CorningDJA professional entertainer since the age of 17, Steve Corning is a force in the world of live entertainment. With more than 1,500 events under his belt, Steve has created unforgettable experiences and electrifying performances all across the United States as a DJ, electronic musician, and variety performer. Whether he is spinning at clubs or weddings, Steve knows how to engage any audience with his fun-loving attitude and high-energy mixing style.
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0259 reviews
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The Music Man DJ Service received high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service and professionalism at weddings. DJs like Barbra, Jeff, Jay, Ortiz, Shawn C., Ethan, Matt, Rob, Steve, Russ, Josh, Jensen Reinke, and Shawn were commended for their ability to keep the dance floor packed, tailor music to the guests' preferences, and ensure seamless transitions between ceremony and reception. Reviewers appreciated their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to create a lively and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the event, making them a highly recommended choice for weddings and special occasions.Review photos
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Keara H
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5.0
10/07/2025
We had a great time working with Jay who not only ran the music for our reception but also provided sound support for our ceremony and lighting for the reception. Jay met with us before the wedding to iron out details and ensure that our playlist would be exactly what we wanted. My husband and I have very different musical tastes and Jay had excellent options for blending the old music with the new so that there was something for everyone to enjoy. Every song on our "must play" list was played, and everyone stayed on the dance floor all night long. We had a blast and we're so grateful to Jay and the team at Music Man DJ Service for their role in our favorite day ever.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/13/2025
Keara and Sean,
Thank you so much for this excellent review! You are absolutely right on ...
the idea of your different musical tastes but honestly when blended together it made for a perfect blend just like you guys were. I really did appreciate working with you and even though the wedding is over, the song to your marriage is just beginning. Like every Billy Joel song out there including the likes of "Piano Man", it's sure to be a timeless masterpiece/banger for the rest of your lives. Cheers to the both of you and I wish you the very best!
Sincerely,
DJ Jay Kerouac
Kylie C
5.0
12/11/2025
Jason was our wedding DJ and we couldn’t recommend him more! The planning portal they use is super simple and helpful with planning all of the details. Jason made himself available for questions and advice whenever we needed it and made sure to check in with us prior to the wedding to ensure everything flowed smoothly. He kept people on the dance floor all night and made sure there was never any awkward pauses between the music. 10/10 recommend!!
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Kat L
5.0
11/07/2025
Barbra was lovely to work with! Our families are not dancers but she had almost everyone on the dance floor. The music for our ceremony, announcement, and first dance were perfectly cued and set up. She was great on the mic when needed but kept the focus on our guests and the music. Barbra showed us exactly what she was thinking for cocktail hour and pre-ceremony in advance, and welcomed suggestions to modify her playlists to make sure we loved the music. Everything went smoothly, with no technical difficulties - the evening was perfect!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 11/13/2025
Thanks so much for this amazing feedback. It was so much fun! Your beautifully diverse fam...
ily and friends made it all the more special! You truly were the “Lord and Lady” of The Everlee! The random porcupine, your perfect ceremony, the fun sneakers…the smiles never stopped! The romance was real and your wedding truly showcased it in so many ways. Thank you for letting me be a part of it. May you have a long and happy marriage!
DJ Barbra
Elisabeth B
5.0
11/03/2025
We had DJ Jeff Foran for our wedding on October 4th, and he was nothing short of amazing. From start to finish, Jeff was professional, organized, and so easy to work with. He took the time to understand our vision and executed everything perfectly.
Our ceremony was a traditional Methodist one, and even though it was his first time handling that format, he followed the flow seamlessly with the MP3s we provided - everything was timed flawlessly. Then once the reception started, he completely transformed the atmosphere. His transitions were smooth, his mixing was spot-on, and he read the crowd so well that the dance floor was packed all night long!
He nailed the perfect blend of genres for all ages and kept the energy high from the first dance to the very last song. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how much fun they had and how incredible the music was.
If you want someone who's professional, reliable, and truly knows how to keep the party going - DJ Jeff is your guy. We couldn't be happier and can't thank him enough for helping make our wedding day unforgettable!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 11/04/2025
Elisabeth and Drew,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was an honor to be pa...
rt of your day. Your ceremony was so meaningful. It was a special experience to help support a traditional Methodist ceremony with such intention. A huge shout out to Pastor Spencer as well! He was fantastic to communicate and work with. His guidance made everything flow so smoothly. And wow, your guests came ready to celebrate!!! The energy in the room made it a joy to keep the dance floor going all night. Thank you for trusting me with such an important day. Grateful to have been your DJ. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness for all the years to come.
DJ Jeff Foran
Shannon L
5.0
10/27/2025
We had a great experience with Jay! The planning process was relaxed and easy with their portal. Wedding day went so smoothly with help from Jay. Our ceremony was outside in a secluded area but he had no issues making sure we had music and our officiant was mic'ed up. He expertly MC'ed our dinner reception and then brought such good vibes to the dance floor. He played all our must plays, none of our do not plays, and perfectly felt out the vibe of our guests and kept the dance floor filled all night. Lots of our guests mentioned how great Jay was and we 100% agreed with them!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 11/04/2025
Shannon and Andrew,
Thanks so much for this awesome review and for having me as your DJ f...
or your wedding! Working with Team "Shandrew" was an easy process and honestly your playlist and input also helped to create the vibe as well. Your cocktail playlist that you both helped to create got so many compliments and was one of the best eclectic indie styles that I have heard! I also did not just feel like a DJ that night, but I felt like part of the crew. Patrick, Catherine, and the staff at the Cardigan Lodge were also instrumental in helping out and navigating the night and also deserve a shout out as well. I had such a blast partying with you, your friends, and family. Honestly, you folks are a great couple and a great team and in my opinion.There is nothing that you two can't accomplish!!! I wish you both the best in love, life and marriage.
Sincerely,
DJ Jay Kerouac
David C
5.0
10/22/2025
DJ Ortiz from the Music Man DJ service absolutely ROCKED at our wedding. The process was so easy. Spoke with him a few times prior to the wedding, send him some sample playlists and our preferences and he delivered!! This man was running around from one DJ booth to the other IN THE POURING RAIN for hours making sure the guest had an amazing time and keeping the vibes up. Would recommend to anyone looking for a specialized music experience.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/24/2025
Thank you so much, David and Lauren! 🙏 It was an absolute pleasure to DJ your wedding and...
be part of such an amazing celebration. Even with the rain, the energy never stopped — you and your guests kept the vibes alive all night! I’m so glad everything came together and that everyone had a great time. Wishing you both all the best as you start this next chapter together.
– DJ Ortiz
Margot C
5.0
10/19/2025
The Music Man DJ Service was the perfect choice for our wedding in the Lakes region in New Hampshire. DJ Shawn C. was very responsive prior to the wedding and nailed the song selection! As our wedding was outdoors and more rustic and bohemian, DJ Shawn really read the room and played hits that synced with the vibe and got everyone to the dance area. He was very receptive to our day of asks for tunes to play which was so great. Additionally, his setup of multiple microphones allowed the ceremony and all the speeches to go off without a hitch. Would 10/10 recommend their services for your special day!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/21/2025
Awe you guys...thank you so so much! I'm glad I fulfilled all of yours and your guests nee...
ds. Your music selection was great, and you and your guests were even better! All my interactions with your family and friends were very pleasant! Thanks again for having me at your wedding, it was amazing! God bless and take care.
DJ Shawn Cullen
Kayla M
5.0
10/13/2025
Highly recommend the music man and DJ Ethan! From the start with planning to the wedding day itself, everyone was super helpful and kept us on track! Our ceremony and reception music went perfectly and was so much fun!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/15/2025
Kayla & Brian,
Thank you so much for your kind words! You two were an absolute joy to wor...
k with, and I really appreciated how organized you were throughout the entire planning process, it made everything flow so smoothly. Your music selections were fantastic and set the perfect tone for each part of the day.
Your ceremony was so moving, and everything about the day was just beautiful. I also really enjoyed meeting your guests, they brought such great energy to the dance floor!
I’m so grateful to have been a part of your special day. Wishing you both all the best in your future together!
Warmly,
Ethan
Emily C
5.0
9/30/2025
Highly recommend Music Man and DJ Shawn! Very professional. Helpful with checklists and reminders throughout the planning process. Accommodated our requests and kept the dance floor packed all night. Also recommend their photobooth, our guests absolutely loved it!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/03/2025
Emily and Evan it was my pleasure! I am glad you had a great time. You and your guests wer...
e a lot of fun. I absolutely loved all your flower around my booth and it looked so good!!! Congratulations to you both and I'm wishing you all the best.
DJ Shawn Nicholson
Nunzi G
5.0
9/27/2025
From our very first meeting, we knew we were in great hands with Matt Towey from The Music Man DJ Service as our DJ. He was attentive to detail, accommodated special requests, and even practiced difficult name pronunciations until they were perfect, all while staying professional and friendly.
On our wedding day, he handled a tricky venue setup across multiple rooms with ease and made sure everything sounded great. But the highlight was the dance floor. We asked Matt to recreate the feel of a high school Homecoming dance (2006–2012 vibes), and he absolutely nailed it. Guests kept commenting on how fun and nostalgic the music was, the energy was amazing, and the dance floor stayed packed! We wish we could have kept the party going longer. We can’t recommend Matt and The Music Man DJ Service enough!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/30/2025
Nunzi,
It was such a distinct privilege and honor to be your DJ! Thank you for accommoda...
ting me and making me feel welcome and appreciated. I'm so glad I was exactly who you were looking for and was able to bring that homecoming vibe as you and your guests just refused to quit on the dance floor!
Your wedding was right up there with the most fun I've had at one along with one of my best performances! Your guests were fun loving, respectful, and cheerful. I'm wishing you and Brad a lifetime of music, laughter, silly moments, success, health and all the best!
Thank you again,
DJ 2Tows (Matt Towey)
Simon T
5.0
9/25/2025
Really easy company to work with from start to finish with fair prices. We got Rob Burnell as our DJ and he blew it out of the park. He kept the dance floor packed all night, was super flexible at the last minute on things, and was just a super nice and easygoing guy to work with. He made the whole event less stressful. Highly recommend!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/28/2025
I can’t thank you enough for the review guys! I am so happy to hear we came through for yo...
u guys and made your night everything you hoped it would be. All the best wishes to you both in your future together!!
Best,
DJ Rob
Simi H
5.0
9/19/2025
We can't speak highly enough of Shawn at The Music Man. He kept the night running smoothly despite multiple weather and scheduling changes, and he brought the perfect energy for both sets of families and our friends on the dance floor. Highly recommend!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/24/2025
Hi Simi and Joe,
Thank you so much for having me as your DJ! Arabella is always a great s...
pot. I'm glad we were able to pivot and keep things on track. We had a good amount or dance time and you and your guests were so amazing!!! Congratulations again!
Cheers,
DJ Shawn Nicholson
Jacqui D
5.0
9/18/2025
Barbara from Music Man DJ Service did such a great job with the music for our wedding. She took the playlists and guidance we gave her and created exactly the atmosphere we were hoping for! The flow of the night felt effortless, and the dance floor stayed full the entire time. She was so great at guiding us through the process and giving suggestions to help make the ceremony and reception flow even better.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/24/2025
It was an honor to be part of your big day. It was so much fun to be a part of the Polish...
Bread Ritual and to play all of that fun music! What great dancers you and all your family and friends are! The loved the energy that I felt and it tells me that not only will you enjoy a lifetime of happiness as a married couple, but that you have the perfect support system to ensure it.
Best wishes and congratulations!
Barbra
Andrea B
5.0
9/16/2025
Barbra was the best DJ for our wedding. She was the DJ for our cousin’s wedding the summer prior and we specifically requested her from the service. She did not disappoint! Our family and friends were dancing the whole night! The audio production for our wedding ceremony and reception was perfect! Barbra and her assistant even joined in on the flash mob our family threw! They are a top-notch team! Jason’s intake portal and customer service were great as well!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/19/2025
What an amazing wedding it was! So memorable and so fun! The flash mob was definitely a ...
bonus. It was such an honor to be part of your special day. Thanks so much for putting your faith in us and posting all the positivity! We wish you a lifetime of happiness in your marriage.
All the best!
Barbra and Denise
Molly S
5.0
8/30/2025
DJ Jay was responsive, well organized, and did an awesome job playing all of our must play songs as well as saying no to songs we didn't want played. The service as a whole was accommodating and responsive when we needed to make some late changes to our ceremony.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/02/2025
Molly and John, I had a great time at your wedding! Could have not done it without the tea...
m of vendors that I worked with that day as well as all your family and friends. You and your guest's energy on the dance floor and requests just hit all the right vibes and made for a great day! You were such a great couple to work with and I wish you both the best in love, life and marriage!!!
Congrats again,
DJ Jay Kerouac
Sarah P
5.0
8/28/2025
We hired the Music Man DJ Service for our recent wedding reception in Portland, ME and could not recommend working with them enough for your wedding or event! Everything from proposal to execution was seamless. Our DJ, Steve, was happy to meet with us to discuss playlists, preferences, and run through the timeline of the night and reassured us that everything would would go to plan. The music and MC from Steve the night of the wedding was perfect and he helped curate the romantic and fun night that we dreamed of. Our guests also had the best time on the dancefloor and everything Steve played kept the vibe going all night! Thank you!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/03/2025
It was an absolute pleasure to be your DJ! It was a joy to work with you both. The entire ...
reception was perfect, and I have to give an extra shout-out to your wedding party and guests for bringing the energy for hours on the dancefloor! It was such a fun night, and I was honored to be a part of your big day!
Thanks again,
DJ Steve Corning
Amanda R
5.0
8/16/2025
Jason was our wedding DJ. He was amazing from the start. He was always professional, communicative, helpful, and energetic. He also kept the dance floor PACKED all night, we had the best night ever. He was also super attentive, and went above and beyond always checking in throughout the day/evening to ensure we had everything we needed. All around 10/10 and highly recommend!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 08/19/2025
Amanda, thank you so much for the kind words! You and Nick were so amazing to work with. I...
had an absolute blast with you, your friends and your family. Your musical choices were spot on, which made the dance floor incredible! Thank you again for trusting me with your wedding day and I am so thrilled you had as much fun as I did!!! I wish you and Nick all my best!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Brittany F
5.0
8/08/2025
We were so happy with our service from Jason with The Music Man! He was such a joy to work with and really made our day the best day ever! Music is one of the most important elements to a wedding and he was able to capture our vision just by getting to know us and taking our favorite songs to create the best vibe all day/night. HIGHLY Recommend!!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 08/11/2025
Brittany, thank you so much for the kind words! You and Chris were so much fun to work wit...
h and I had an absolute blast with your musical choices. You and your guests were amazing and I don't think anyone left the dance floor. It was especially fun sharing the stage with your father during his set. Thank you so much for trusting me with your wedding and I'm so glad you two had the night of your lives! I wish you and Chris all the best!!!
Tom D
5.0
6/20/2025
We had a fantastic experience with The Music Man. Shawn answered every question to get us through the contracting process and sent helpful wedding reminders (in general, not just DJ related) all the way up until wedding day. We were assigned our DJ, Russ, and he did not disappoint! He was very easy to plan and coordinate with - even with a few last minute changes from me. The guests loved him and so did we. He kept the party going and the light setup was perfect! We can’t recommend enough! Thanks Russ!!! Tom & Erin
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 06/24/2025
Thank you Tom and Erin! What fun the day was, and with you and your guest’s positive energ...
y, it made the day so much fun!! When we have such great couples like yourselves, even the last minute changes are never a problem. Congratulations to you both again!!
Russ Zonderman
Miranda S
5.0
6/15/2025
We had Shawn as our DJ for our wedding and he was amazing. He was very personable from the time we booked with him, up until the time he packed everything and left. The online portal was very easy to use and all of our songs played at just the right moment. Shawn is an expert at reading crowds and played songs that he could tell would get our guests on the dance floor - and he did not disappoint!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 06/24/2025
Miranda and Cameron you are so welcome! I had a blast working with you. Your wedding was a...
fun night all around and the dance floor was on fire!!!
I am wishing you both all my best. Congratulations again!
DJ Shawn Nicholson
Taylor R
5.0
5/08/2025
Shawn is absolutely amazing! He did awesome DJing our wedding, but also was very on top of everything including forms and phone calls! He also went out of his way to grab my husband and I water while we were taking photos which so sweet of him!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 06/24/2025
Taylor and Daniel you are so welcome! I had such a fun time working with you two. Your wed...
ding was a fun night all around and I was more than happy to help keep you hydrated. I am wishing you both all my best. Congratulations again!
DJ Shawn Nicholson
Kylie C
5.0
4/20/2025
Shawn is an incredible DJ. We are so thankful we met him at a wedding show because he was the dream DJ for us and our coastal wedding. Not only is he knowledgeable about music, but he also has immense experience regarding the ins and outs of weddings. He provided us with valuable tips and was eager to ask us questions that guided our planning process. He is quick to respond, has a positive attitude and is passionate about weddings. He is very open to you selecting your songs and gives great suggestions when needed. His planning portal is very user friendly. Shawn works extremely well with other vendors and the bridal party to assure your wedding continues to flow. From the ceremony, to bridal party introductions, to speeches and to a night full of dancing the audio and music were top notch. As soon as the music was playing, our guests did not leave the dance floor. If you are looking for the best DJ service, The Music Man DJ Service is for you. We cannot thank Shawn enough for all his support with our wedding and for playing the absolute best songs.
(photo credit to Patrick Mcnamara https://www.mcnamaraphoto.com/ )
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 04/22/2025
Hi Kylie and Andrew,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly love what I do, espec...
ially when I get to work with amazing couples like you both. I still talk about the bagpipes and how you surprised each other with that special touch.
I'm passionate about music and its ability to move people, and it always brings me joy to work with couples who share that passion. My goal is always to help create the perfect wedding, and I'm so glad we could do that for you.
Congratulations again!
DJ Shawn Nicholson
Ben D
5.0
4/15/2025
DJ Shawn was fantastic to work with. He was always quick to respond and it is evident that he’s passionate about music. He kept us dancing all night long! Everything was perfect and we cannot recommend him enough!
Spencer B
5.0
2/01/2025
Josh and The Music Man did an absolutely fantastic job on our wedding! They were so thorough and their planning process was so easy to navigate. Josh was available for any questions we might have had and took care of everything beginning to end! On the day of, Josh did a fantastic job and we got so many compliments on the music during the wedding. We couldn’t recommend him more for anyone looking to have a great wedding day!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 02/08/2025
Spencer and Sarah,
Thank you so much for having me and the Music Man DJ Service for your...
wedding day! Your wedding was such an amazing way to start the year and it was an honor to be able to bring happiness and love on your special day. I had so much fun keeping everyone dancing the night away. Thank you and again and I wish you all my best!
DJ Ortiz
Molly D
5.0
1/12/2025
We were very happy with our experience with Music Man DJ! Jason was very quick to respond to any of our questions/updates and our DJ Josh was great from the beginning, asking us about our guests and what music they would like and working with us to make sure we’d be happy with every song selection. Josh made the reception incredibly fun!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 01/17/2025
Oh my goodness, thank you so much Molly and Sean! It was a honor to DJ your wedding and I’...
m super glad that everyone had a great time. Thank you for trusting myself and The Music Man DJ Service as your DJ. I wish you both all the best!
DJ Josh Ortiz
Marian C
5.0
11/13/2024
Music Man DJ Service was exactly what we needed for our wedding! From the consultation call to the actual day, they helped us stay organized and helped us realize all our requests. We needed to have three different music set ups from our ceremony, to cocktail hour and finally the reception - they were able to accommodate this with no issues at all! Steve was our DJ and he even helped me create a special mix of music for walking down the aisle - which was such a special moment! Their portal that they provide is very organized and helps make sure you don't miss a step. Wonderful services and created such a fun loving atmosphere for the entire day!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 11/17/2024
Marian & Leo, it was an honor to be a part of your perfect day! You made my job so easy by...
being accommodating in every way possible. Your planning and hard work paid off and I was so impressed by the venue, decorations, and the expertise of your other vendors. You two threw an amazing party and by the end of the night I felt like a part of the family! Thanks again.
Best,
Steve Corning
Jessica B
5.0
11/13/2024
Jason DJ'd our June 2024 wedding and absolutely blew us out of the water! He took all of our music input to heart and curated the most perfect wedding day playlists for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. He was responsive and very helpful throughout the entire planning process as well. After our wedding, I had multiple people come up to me to say that they were waiting for him to play one bad song so they could take a break from the dance floor, but it never happened. Definitely one of our favorite vendors to work with and couldn't recommend him enough!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 11/13/2024
Jessica,
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was such a blast working with you and ...
Jack for your wedding. I absolutely loved your vision of music and am so thrilled to hear that I was able to build on that vision for your whole evening. You and your guests know how the party! I don't think your floor was empty the whole night. Thank you so much for trusting me with your wedding and I wish you two all my best!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Miranda C
5.0
11/12/2024
Shawn was the perfect DJ for our small intimate wedding- he incorporated everything we were looking for! We had been concerned a DJ would be overpowering for a microwedding but it was absolutely perfect and added so much to our day!!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 11/14/2024
Miranda and Jason,
I am so glad I was able to be part of such an amazing day! The amount ...
of love around you was incredible and it didn't seam like a micro wedding at all. Your crowd was small but mighty! I'm glad we were able to surprise John with some Baby Shark. Congratulations again to you both!
Best,
DJ Shawn Nicholson
Kaitlyn B
5.0
10/30/2024
Great service! Highly recommend this team to DJ your next event. The team works with you prior to your event so you don’t have to stress the day of. They are very organized and use a website that allows you to fill out all of your information.
We had Jen’s-Jensen Reinke as our DJ and he did an excellent job. He was attentive, easy going, professional and most of all… fun! He was checking in with us throughout to make sure everything was going well. His mix ups were great! Guests were loving the music, and most importantly… out on the dance floor! I would use him again for sure.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/31/2024
Kaitlyn & Joshua,
Thank you so much for your review!! Alexyss and I had a wonderful time ...
celebrating you both with all of your family and friends! Your music selections rocked, and you were both such great fun! We wish you many blessings and happiness for the future!! Cheers!
- Jens & Alexyss
Kelly H
5.0
10/26/2024
I found these guys at a bridal expo in Augusta. From the beginning the process was very simple, the communication was amazing. Every person we talked to was excited and passionate about what they do. We got matched up with a DJ who happened to have been married at the same venue we chose. Our Dj was Jensen and he made an absolutely incredible personalized mash up for our entrance, a mash up of Hotel Room Service by Pitbull and Phantom of the Opera. It is probably one of my favorite personal touches that we have from our day. Their prices are also very reasonable! We were very happy with our experience.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/29/2024
Kelly & Nicholas,
I had such an amazing time celebrating you both with all of your famil...
y and friends!!! I am so glad you had a wonderful wedding, and I am so happy and honored to have played a part in it! Alexyss and I wish you both a lifetime of happiness and blessings!! Cheers!
- Jens & Alexyss
Taylor N
5.0
10/25/2024
We loved working with the Music Man DJ Service leading up to and for our wedding on 10/12/24. The inquiry call was so thorough and helpful to start our planning process. Booking, pricing, and the planning tools were very clear and up front. The planning portal was SO helpful for those feeling overwhelmed by all the wedding decisions.
We worked with DJ Shawn C and we cannot say enough good things about him. Our venue had a power outage day of and we had to completely pivot and change the day. He had a positive, calm attitude and rolled with the punches. We had to move to a new location after the ceremony and he did it seamlessly and quickly. We also had to completely change timing and order of our reception, and again he was able to touch base with us quickly and made it happen flawlessly. Our dance floor was packed and everyone had a blast. DJ Shawn truly helped the day come together, and we are thrilled he was our DJ. Can't recommend him enough!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/28/2024
Taylor and Tyler, it makes me very happy to hear how happy you were with me!! I just wante...
d to fulfill your wishes for your special day, and no power outage was going to stop me. I also feel like your wonderful family and amazing friends, were a big part of making that happen! You are both very down to earth and lucky to have each other....it showed that night! Good luck and God bless to you both on your journey.
Best,
Shawn Cullen
Sean F
5.0
10/21/2024
We were fortunate enough to book DJ Mathew Towey through The Music Man DJ Services and we could not have asked for a better experience. We were thoroughly impressed with the easy scheduling / selection process of a DJ through the company, and were constantly reminded of other wedding considerations through their helpful automated emailing system.
As for DJ Matt, he was amazing! We have gotten so many compliments on our ceremony and DJ selection. Matt was so patient in listening to our music preferences, ceremony preferences and overall playlist suggestions. We were able to collaborate through apps and add songs into our preferred playlists and Matt was able to take some suggestions, sprinkle in his own songs and put together a flawless wedding playlist! I would highly recommend Matt and The Music Man DJ Services in general for any of your future needs, they were great!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/24/2024
Thank you kindly Sean, it was a real pleasure working with you and Nicole! I'm happy to he...
ar you felt you got the personal care and attention I aim to provide to all of our couples. I hope you had as much fun as I did!!! Wishing you all the best!
-DJ Matt Towey
Rachel F
5.0
10/20/2024
The Music Man DJ Service was perfect for our wedding in North Conway, NH. We were paired with DJ Ortiz and he was fantastic. He reached out for a phone call prior to the wedding to understand what we were looking for and review our choices in the online portal. The day of the wedding he arrived early to set up and had a great energy the whole time. He played music that got the guests up and dancing while also playing our choices. We would highly recommend The Music Man and DJ Ortiz to anyone getting married in the North Conway area!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/25/2024
Thank you so much Rachel and Eanna for choosing the Music Man for your wedding. I am so ha...
ppy that I was paired up with you two! It was so much fun and an honor to DJ your wedding and that everyone had a great time. I love what I do and was so thrilled to bring your special day to life. Congratulations to you both!!!
Thank You
DJ Ortiz
Rebecca H
5.0
10/19/2024
Jason is the best! My husband and I had an amazing experience with him, he even went above & beyond to help me organize a surprise live performance by my husband’s sister for our first dance together. He really helped make the day perfect, and we loved how communicative he was leading up to the wedding day.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/22/2024
Becca and Jake, thank you so much for the kind words! I had such a fun time at your weddin...
g. It was my pleasure to help facilitate Jake's sister for your first dance and thought it came out so great! Thank you both for trusting me with your wedding and I am glad you and your guests had as much fun as I did! I wish you both all the best!!!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Carolyn F
5.0
10/18/2024
The Music Man DJ was fantastic to work with. Not only was the music at our event perfect, but the the help with transitioning to cocktail hour, toasts, and dancing was great. Ethan was our DJ and we could not be happier with how the night went, and received many comments on the great music!
We also had them do the sound systems for our ceremony, and they were perfect!
Additionally, their website to plan and set up your event was extremely helpful! It was great to lay out a timeline, as well as the other forms to detail toast timings, ceremony songs, and so much more. The structure was greatly appreciated from someone who felt overwhelmed planning a wedding!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/19/2024
Carolyn & Anderson,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure working...
with both of you to bring your vision to life on your special day. I’m really glad the ceremony audio worked out well despite the strong winds at Maine Maritime Museum! The vibe on the dance floor was fantastic, and I’m thrilled to hear that you and your guests had such a great time. I’m so grateful to have been a part of your celebration. Wishing you both all the best in your future together!
Best,
Ethan Paquet
Kendra H
5.0
10/15/2024
The Music Man DJ Service (Jason), thank you so much for keeping the party going! You played all of our favorite songs and we hope you had as much fun as us!! We will most definitely recommend you to others!!
I also want to comment on your platform for organizing - it was so helpful and made me feel confident about how the day would go! Secondly, your count down emails with helpful tips kept me on track with things I should be getting done (such a help!!)
Thank you for going with the flow of us having no power due to the crazy winds! We appreciate you so much!
Best,
The Hanscoms
Quality of Service: 5/5
Responsiveness: 5/5
Professionalism: 5/5
Value: 5/5
Flexibility: 5/5
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/15/2024
Kendra and Chris, thank you both so much for the kind words! I am so glad I was able to be...
your DJ and I'm more happy that our process made the whole wedding planning fun and stress free. You two throw one heck of a party and I don't think you left the dance floor the whole night. Thanks again for trusting me with your wedding and I wish you two all the best!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Meredith P
5.0
10/15/2024
DJ Jeff was INCREDIBLE. Our guests haven’t stopped talking about what a wonderful job he did and we must agree. He threw us the party of our lifetime and we’ll never forget it. We had guests of all ages and backgrounds and everyone was having the time of their lives on the dance floor. We kept everyone on the dance floor all night long and received so many compliments on what a great wedding it was. From the minute we first connected with him to the end of the night, he was easy to communicate with, pleasant, and most of all - the most fun DJ we could have asked for! Thank you for everything!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/16/2024
Meredith and Matt, thank you so much for your kind review. I am so grateful I was your DJ...
! Your wedding had such a great vibe from start to finish. I loved the music selections you provided me with! A few of those I had never mixed before and were some of my favorites of the night! Thank you for putting your trust in me with music to keep the dance floor moving all night. Shout out to all your guests for making me feel so welcome! I had so much fun as your DJ and It was a pleasure working with the two of you. I wish you both the best in all the years to come.
DJ Jeff
Devon C
5.0
10/15/2024
We cannot thank Jason enough for making our wedding day so special! We had a mountain summit ceremony and a reception at the bottom of the mountain, and Jason never hesitated to say “yes, we can do that!” The music choices, down to the specific timing of songs we requested, went perfectly. Our guests raved about him the whole next day! Thank you SO much!!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/15/2024
Devon, thank you and Chris for such a wonderful review and for having me as your DJ. Your ...
summit ceremony was beyond stunning and I have to say, what a dance party!! I don't think you and your friends left the dance floor. Even after your sparkler photo you two lead them right back onto the dance floor to keep "raging" the rest of the night. Thank you again for trusting me with your wedding and I wish you two all the best!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Lindsey T
5.0
10/13/2024
Outstanding DJ service! Our guests had an absolute blast, dancing the entire night. Shawn was amazing at reading the crowd, making sure the dance floor was always full, and seamlessly handling song requests. We had a last-minute situation where our original DJ couldn’t make it, but the owner quickly resolved everything, and we were so grateful that Shawn was available to step in. We even gave him a playlist, but his ability to read the room was so on point that he played additional songs we hadn’t requested, and they were perfect! Thank you, Shawn, for making our night unforgettable!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/16/2024
Thank you Lindsey and John for your kind words! You are too kind.
I still can't stop talk...
ing about all the details you had put into your wedding. Pretty darn cool you two! I wish you both the very best. Thanks for having me be a part of your special day.
Best,
Shawn Cullen
Abby M
5.0
9/30/2024
We used The Music Man DJ for our wedding this past weekend and they helped make the wedding day so amazing! They were so communicative throughout the planning process and the communication and portal made all the planning stress-free and easy!
We had DJ Ortiz as our DJ day for the wedding and could not recommend him enough. He was so much fun to work with and helped cater everything that day to exactly what we envisioned. Our guests have all been commenting about how fantastic he was and how much they loved the energy and music the entire night. He made the night so much fun and knew exactly how to get everyone on the dance floor!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 10/03/2024
Abby & Ben,
OMG where to begin! It was an honor and privilege to work with you. I’m exc...
ited that I had the opportunity to DJ your wedding. It was so much fun and I’m glad you and your guests had a great time!!! Thank you for everything and the glowing review. You don't know how much this means. Thank you again for your time and choosing The Music Man Dj Service!!!
Hugs,
DJ Ortiz
Alexis B
5.0
9/25/2024
We had Josh as our DJ for our wedding. He is absolutely amazing at what he does! It felt like we had known him forever, he is such a fun guy to be around! Everyone commented on how organized and experienced he was. He was just what we needed to get some people to dance at our wedding.
The whole planning process was extremely easy as the portal is an amazing feature. Josh was easy to reach out to for any questions along the way.
He showed up ready to get the party started. He has such a fun personality that makes the wedding day magical.
This company definitely has experienced DJ's that love their jobs! Highly recommend!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/28/2024
Thank you so much Robert and Alexis for kind words and the opportunity to work with you an...
d be your DJ. It was a honor and privilege to be a part of it. I had such a great time!! I'm wishing you both all the best.
DJ Ortiz
Alec S
5.0
9/21/2024
Ethan was truly the perfect DJ for our wedding! From the moment we started working with him, it was clear we were in great hands. He was incredibly professional, well-spoken, and his setup on the day was flawless – everything ran so smoothly that we didn’t have to worry about a thing. What really stood out was his ability to read the room and keep the energy exactly where it needed to be throughout the night. He played all the right songs at the right moments and the music volume was the perfect level.
Not only was Ethan fantastic, but working with Jason for booking and DJ selection was great too. Jason made the whole process effortless. His knowledge, flexibility, and attention to detail ensured we had the best possible experience, and he made sure we felt confident every step of the way.
Ethan was also incredibly accommodating, adjusting to our requests with ease and making sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. We honestly can’t recommend them enough!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/26/2024
Alec & Lindsay,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure working wi...
th both of you. I have to say, I’ve never met a more organized and thorough couple! Your meticulous planning and attention to detail played such a big role in making the day the huge success that it was. Your music selections were spot-on, and I’m so glad you and your guests had such a great time. Wishing you both the very best in your future together!
-Ethan
Kaley B
5.0
9/21/2024
From the first time we met Jay K we loved his energy! He did an amazing job keeping the dance floor packed all night and playing all the best songs, everyone kept complimenting us with how great he was! He kept things running smoothly after we had a mishap messing up with our timeline. Also, the photobooth was a big hit with our guests! When searching for DJ’s we loved this company as they genuinely care for each couple and makes sure they have things in place such as a back up DJ just in case which we noticed many other companies we looked at didn’t offer that. We cannot recommend Jay and the Music Man DJ Services enough!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/24/2024
Kaley and Kyle, thank you so much for this wonderful acknowledgement! At Music Man DJ, we ...
do our best to make sure your day is an awesome experience from when you sign us to the end of the reception. I had a great time being a part of your "Lovestory"/ special day and wish you two the very best in love, life, and marriage!!
Cheers,
DJ Jay Kerouac
John B
5.0
9/19/2024
Went to a rural Maine wedding last week and Jason was FANTASTIC. Granted I wasn't a member of the wedding party; but as a soundperson I have to hand it to him: all sound was at an appropriate level and adjustments. I could hear all member of the wedding party incredibly well and he had the right tools for the job. The reception was met with the sleekest wedding DJ setup I've ever seen with the perfect PA system for the job.
Hire this guy for your wedding....like NOW.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/20/2024
John, thanks so much for the kind words! It was an amazing wedding, and I'm so glad the so...
und and quality of service made your guest experience awesome. I hope you had as much fun as I did!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Nikki C
5.0
9/17/2024
Music Man DJ was amazing! They had great communication, sending out lots of reminders the whole year leading up to the wedding. They had to change our DJ a few months out from the wedding but as soon as Ethan stepped in he was extremely organized and helpful, setting up calls to make sure we felt at ease with the switch. He did an amazing job the day of the wedding, he kept the flow going from the ceremony to cocktail hour through speeches and then kept everyone on the dance floor for the rest of the night! We requested quick mix transitions to keep the energy high and Ethan absolutely crushed it! Thank you!!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/18/2024
Nikki & Tanner,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure being part of yo...
ur special day. From the heartfelt toasts to the party on the dance floor, I loved every second! The thousands of paper cranes were such a unique touch. You and your guests really knew how to bring the energy to the Inn on Peaks Island! Wishing you all the best in your new chapter together!"
Thanks,
Ethan
emily b
5.0
9/02/2024
Oh boy, where do I begin. Jason from the Music Man was everything we wanted and more. When we had one of our first meetings, I made it very clear our expectations and "vibe" of the music we wanted at our wedding, and let me tell you, he absolutely killed it. I think I went up and hugged him 5 times throughout our wedding night?? One thing I wanted from our wedding was to see everyone on the dancefloor, ALL NIGHT, and thats exactlyyyyyy what happened. I couldn't recommend Jason more for his professionalism, personality, flexibility, and absolute expertise in his career. 10000/10 thank you for making our wedding unforgettable. BOOK THEM THEY ARE GREAT!!!!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 09/04/2024
Oh my gosh, Emily thank you so much for the kind words!!! I had such a blast with you and ...
John at Granite Ridge Estate. You had a lot of input on the playlist and I absolutely love your taste in music. You and your guests never left that dance floor and I'm glad everyone had as much fun as I did!!! Thank you so much for allowing me to be such a big part of your wedding. I wish you two all my best!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Tory S
5.0
8/20/2024
Thanks to Jason, our wedding was an absolute hit. We had hoped that we'd have people on the dance floor for most of the night but we hadn't anticipated TWO dance floors that did not stop the entire night. We had so many people reach out to say it was the best wedding they've ever been to and had multiple messages about our DJ making the night.
Jason not only DJ'd the reception but also dealt with all the sound and music for our outdoor ceremony.
We will never forget dancing the night away with our families and friends and that wouldn't have been possible without Jason. Not only was the night itself incredible, but the lead up and attention to detail that he provided were amazing. Jason REALLY understood what we wanted and we didnt have to worry about anything. We had a great meeting a few weeks before the wedding to review details like how we wanted to be addressed, any difficult family situation he should know about, etc. We also appreciated that Jason sent monthly check ins leading up to the wedding for things not music related (reminder to book certain vendors etc). If we could rate them higher than 5 we would!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 08/20/2024
Tory, thank you so much for the wonderful words! It was so much fun planning out your wedd...
ing soundtrack with you and Bob. I love your taste in music and I could tell it was a huge display at your wedding. I loved that New Orleans second line band that marched your guests up to Ocean Gateway, it was such a cool touch! This translated to the whole vibe of the evening. Thank you again for being so great to work with and allowing me to be such a big part of your wedding. I wish you two all the best!
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
Kristin N
5.0
8/19/2024
We were paired with DJ Josh for our event on 8/16 at church landing. Josh absolutely knocked it out of the park! All of our guests were commenting on what an amazing dj we had the entire night. I loved the way he transitioned from one song to the next. Our dance floor was packed all night, and we only had a 70 person wedding! We are so thrilled with our choice in using the music man.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 08/27/2024
Kristin and Nicholas,
I want to say it was a honor and privilege to DJ your wedding! I'm...
happy that I was chosen to do it and I had so much fun. Thank you for being so great to work with and I'm glad everyone had a great time, especially me!!!
Thank you,
DJ Josh Ortiz
Rachel K
5.0
8/16/2024
We hired Scott at Music Man for our June 2024 wedding and he was so great and easy to work with! He's friendly and made us feel super comfortable that he had everything handled ahead of and on the big day. He also really listened to what we wanted in terms of music selection and minimal talking/announcements and executed such a perfect balance.
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 08/20/2024
Hi Rachel,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you and Eric...
had a great experience and that everything went smoothly on your big day. It was a pleasure working with you and bringing your music vision to life. Wishing you both all the best!
DJ Scott Brown
Caitlin M
5.0
8/07/2024
Jason the Owner, was unbelievable! He was super responsive right from the start, the portal was so easy to navigate, and he was super professional and made our wedding so memorable! When we met with him to go over our timeline he asked all the right questions and perfectly executed everything come wedding day! His DJ set up is so sleek and minimal, and he was so professional and commanded the room without being overpowering! He kept people dancing all night and played all the songs we wanted (and avoided the ones we did not!), Jason was hands down the best choice we made and cannot recommend him enough, made dancing on our wedding better than we could have imagined! Book The Music Man DJ Service ASAP!
Response from The Music Man DJ Service on 08/07/2024
Thank you so much for the kind words!!! It was awesome working with you and Liam for your ...
wedding. You two were so great to work with and I absolutely love your taste in music!! I had such a blast playing music for you, your friends and family. Thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your wedding! I wish you two all the best.
Cheers,
Jason Strycharz
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