Mastering the Art of the Playlist
Monday, July 20, 2009 | 8:49 pmOne element of hosting a good party that goes unnoticed is music selection. I have come to realize that music and entertainment go hand-in-hand. I’ve hosted many dinner parties, celebratory cookouts and other events. And one of the first items on my agenda when planning a party is the music playlist. If you’re not investing in a deejay for your event, this responsibility is all yours.
No matter what kind of party you’re throwing, you definitely need some background noise. Otherwise, it’s just the sound of random conversations going on at the same time, and that’s no fun.
So here’s what you need to take into consideration: the type of vibe you’re trying to create and the overall personality of the group that will be in attendance. If this is a formal dinner party, you’re not going to want to play gangster rap, but if it’s a kegger you’re hosting for old college buddies, you’re not going to want to play classical music (unless that’s really what your old classmates are into, of course).
The vibe of your party is one of the most important elements. Do you want your guests to dance? Do you want the music to be soft enough so they can enjoy conversation amongst themselves? Does the party have a theme? If so, you’ll definitely want to center your music choices around the theme.
Next, you must keep your guests preferences in mind. Just because you’re a heavy metal fan does not mean your guests want to listen to Megadeth while sipping on wine and biting into their cheese and crackers.
Lastly, think about the length of time this party will be running. You don’t want to make a one-hour playlist that is just going to keep repeating over and over again all night. Your guests will notice and grow bored with the music and entertainment. So keep them on their toes and keep the music fresh!
—Mr. UK
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