#best audio and video services in Northern Virginia

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Adding a Touch of Magic to Outdoor Weddings with DJ Services

Do you dream of a truly romantic wedding in Northern Virginia amidst the magnificent views, lush gardens, and romantic settings? Do you want to know how to take your event to the next level? Weddings have more elements (other than saying I do,) and hiring the best audio and video service for weddings in Northern Virginia can make all the difference. Let’s find out how a DJ Sound & Video service provider in Northern Virginia can make your special day extraordinary.

Creating the Perfect Ambiance with Custom Playlists

Wedding DJs can bring a tinge of glamour and ecstasy to the wedding event through their specially curated playlists. They try to understand the musical choice and preference of the couple and their guest. They prepare a playlist that includes classics, popular romantic melodies, and all-time hit dance numbers, thus keeping the spirits high throughout the event. Their special playlist helps transition between the delicate and joyous moments of the event.

Enhancing Nature’s Beauty with Elegant Lighting

While the vows are unquestionably the centerpiece, special lighting can uplift the ambiance of the outdoor wedding. Professional DJs, sound, and video service providers can transform outdoor weddings into magical events with creative and artistic lighting setups. Gobos, uplighting, spotlights—you name it—they will have it for you and make your wedding venue a breathtaking masterpiece.

Bringing the Dance Floor to Life with DJ-Led Music and Lighting

Top DJ services in Northern Virginia for wedding work with clients to understand their musical tastes and create a playlist to keep guests entertained throughout the event. They accept song requests from guests and meld them into the playlist, ensuring everyone hears their favorite melodies. This makes your outdoor wedding unforgettable.

Live Streaming for Guests Who Can’t Be There

Live-streaming helps couples who either choose to get married in an exotic location or have loved ones who can't be there in person. Professional DJs offer live-streaming services, allowing everyone to share the most memorable moments of their wedding with loved ones near and far.

Ensuring a Smooth, Hassle-Free Celebration with Professional Setup

Arranging the audio and lighting equipment at an outdoor wedding can be challenging. Hiring a wedding DJ can be beneficial, as they have the tools and technical expertise to arrange for lighting and sound equipment. Couples have the assurance that the music and sound for their wedding ceremony are managed reliably.

Powering Your Outdoor Wedding with Reliable Equipment

Having an outdoor wedding venue means having the right gear. Professional DJs offer high-quality sound and lighting systems. Advanced weather-resistant sound systems like microphones, mixers, speakers, and DJ software can ensure smooth transitions and seamless operation. Similarly, power backup can ensure that the wedding event runs uninterrupted.

Making the Transition Between Day and Night Seamless

Wedding events last several hours, and a professional outdoor wedding DJ can guarantee a smooth transition. They light up the outdoor venue with creative lights and make the mood for eventing festivities by playing soft and romantic music. As the event progresses, they play energetic and foot-tapping music, making the ambiance delightful and entertaining.

Summing Up

From playing non-stop foot-tapping music to dazzling light displays, a professional outdoor DJ service can keep the energy alive, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Suppose you want a lively rhythm, riotous, and packed dance floor at your wedding. In that case, you can trust StratAV Sound & Video Services, the top-notch DJ Sound & Video Service provider in Northern Virginia to make your event memorable with their services!

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Av rental VA

Av rental VA provides all sorts of audio and video services equipment.

SUMMARY

Av rental provides audio and video services for rent at office parties and for meetings. We have the latest and large number of equipment both for audio and video which will enhance your experience of listening and video. Our services will surely bring a smile to your face.

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Sound Music was recorded in the 9th century by the Banu Musa brothers. They invented a water-powered organ. Later that inventions were made and further improvements were made to it. Scientists have continuously been working for the better of our lives and new inventions are being done daily and continuous improvement is being done on the previous ones.

Sound and music have played a major role in the betterment of our lives. Music, audio, speakers, headphones, Bluetooth speakers, and headphones are playing a major part in today’s life. From small kids to elder people every one is using an audio device. From houses to cars and from theatres to buses each and everywhere audio devices are being used.

Av rental is an audio and video service provider company based in Northern Virginia. It provides projector screens, speakers for meetings conferences in Virginia. The aim of this company is to provide the best service so the event can be done successfully and the people don’t have any problems with hearing and the quality of the video.

Services

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Audio

As good quality audio is important in any event. Av rental focuses on that and provides you with the best devices and services in Virginia. AV rental has the best and latest audio equipment which is needed in any parties and hap. AV rental focuses on the quality of their work and makes sure of it that their customers are fully satisfied and happy with their services.

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Video

Projectors are being used in offices for meetings and video conferences meetings in Virginia. AV rental has all quality projectors and screens which are great for work and are budget-friendly too. Projectors’ conferences not only save time but also helps the person to understand the product easily.

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Conference

Not only speakers and projectors AV Rental also provides you with microphones, but power speakers also and wireless mics which are very important for any conference in Virginia. All the products are of a good company which is easy to use.

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Wedding Lights

Av rental also provides lights for weddings in Virginia. Lights have an important role in any party and event. These lights are customizable according to your budget. Av rental provides excellent service with great discounts and always focuses on the satisfaction of their client.

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Accessories

Av rental also provides accessories for conferences and meetings like Ipads speakers printers and other important devices which are essential for a successful conference.

Rental policy

A minimum of 50% amount has to be paid in advance and the remaining amount is to be paid at the time of pickup.

A valid Id proof and address proof are to be submitted at the time of booking.

AUTHOR

AV Rental is eagerly waiting to serve you with their best services in Virginia. You are most welcome to contact us and avail our services.

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Av Rental

AV RENTAL VA

The one-stop-shop for Audio and Video Accessories

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Av rental VA provides all sorts of audio and video services equipment.

SUMMARY

Av rental provides audio and video services for rent at office parties and for meetings. We have the latest and large number of equipment both for audio and video which will enhance your experience of listening and video. Our services will surely bring a smile to your face.

BODY

Sound Music was recorded in the 9th century by the Banu Musa brothers. They invented a water-powered organ. Later that inventions were made and further improvements were made to it. Scientists have continuously been working for the better of our lives and new inventions are being done daily and continuous improvement is being done on the previous ones.

Sound and music have played a major role in the betterment of our lives. Music, audio, speakers, headphones, Bluetooth speakers, and headphones are playing a major part in today’s life. From small kids to elder people every one is using an audio device. From houses to cars and from theatres to buses each and everywhere audio devices are being used.

Av rental is an audio and video service provider company based in Northern Virginia. It provides projector screens, speakers for meetings conferences in Virginia. The aim of this company is to provide the best service so the event can be done successfully and the people don’t have any problems with hearing and the quality of the video.

 Services

·       Audio

                     As good quality audio is important in any event. Av rental focuses on that and provides you with the best devices and services in Virginia. AV rental has the best and latest audio equipment which is needed in any parties and hap. AV rental focuses on the quality of their work and makes sure of it that their customers are fully satisfied and happy with their services.

 ·       Video

        Projectors are being used in offices for meetings and video conferences meetings in Virginia. AV rental has all quality projectors and screens which are great for work and are budget-friendly too. Projectors’ conferences not only save time but also helps the person to understand the product easily.

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·       Conference

      Not only speakers and projectors AV Rental also provides you with microphones, but power speakers also and wireless mics which are very important for any conference in Virginia. All the products are of a good company which is easy to use.

 ·       Wedding Lights

                         Av rental also provides lights for weddings in Virginia. Lights have an important role in any party and event. These lights are customizable according to your budget. Av rental provides excellent service with great discounts and always focuses on the satisfaction of their client.

 ·       Accessories

                          Av rental also provides accessories for conferences and meetings like Ipads speakers printers and other important devices which are essential for a successful conference.

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AV RENTAL VA

Av rental provides audio and video services for rent at office parties and for meetings. We have the latest and large number of equipment both for audio and video which will enhance your experience of listening and video. Our services will surely bring a smile to your face.

BODY

Sound Music was recorded in the 9th century by the Banu Musa brothers. They invented a water-powered organ. Later that inventions were made and further improvements were made to it. Scientists have continuously been working for the better of our lives and new inventions are being done daily and continuous improvement is being done on the previous ones.

Sound and music have played a major role in the betterment of our lives. Music, audio, speakers, headphones, Bluetooth speakers, and headphones are playing a major part in today’s life. From small kids to elder people every one is using an audio device. From houses to cars and from theatres to buses each and everywhere audio devices are being used.

Av rental is an audio and video service provider company based in Northern Virginia. It provides projector screens, speakers for meetings conferences in Virginia. The aim of this company is to provide the best service so the event can be done successfully and the people don’t have any problems with hearing and the quality of the video.

 Services

·       Audio

                     As good quality audio is important in any event. Av rental focuses on that and provides you with the best devices and services in Virginia. AV rental has the best and latest audio equipment which is needed in any parties and hap. AV rental focuses on the quality of their work and makes sure of it that their customers are fully satisfied and happy with their services.

 ·       Video

        Projectors are being used in offices for meetings and video conferences meetings in Virginia. AV rental has all quality projectors and screens which are great for work and are budget-friendly too. Projectors’ conferences not only save time but also helps the person to understand the product easily.

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·       Conference

      Not only speakers and projectors AV Rental also provides you with microphones, but power speakers also and wireless mics which are very important for any conference in Virginia. All the products are of a good company which is easy to use.

 ·       Wedding Lights

                         Av rental also provides lights for weddings in Virginia. Lights have an important role in any party and event. These lights are customizable according to your budget. Av rental provides excellent service with great discounts and always focuses on the satisfaction of their client.

 ·       Accessories

                          Av rental also provides accessories for conferences and meetings like Ipads speakers printers and other important devices which are essential for a successful conference.

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When Is The Right Time To Travel Or Live Abroad With Kids

Despite all the hassle, you’re thinking about traveling or living abroad with kids. Exciting! This post will give you some food for thought as I’ve been thinking about doing just that for the past year.

I loved growing up overseas. It was always a treat to meet new people, eat new food, and learn about new cultures. My parents worked for the US Foreign Service and were stationed in Manila, Lusaka, Kobe, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur before finally arriving in McLean, Virginia for my high school years. McLean is 20 minutes away from the US State Department in Washington D.C.

Because I attended international schools for 13 years, I felt like I had a much richer childhood compared to many of my high school peers who mostly spent elementary school, middle school, and high school in the Northern Virginia region. Every summer I’d go back to see my friends in Taipei and KL, which was an absolute blast.

Living abroad helped me understand and embrace different cultures. For example, because roughly 61% of the Malaysian population was Muslim, I had several close Muslim friends who shared with me their traditions. I’m certain there would be much more love and harmony around the globe if more folks traveled.

Going On An Adventure

As a father now, I often think about ways in which I can provide the best childhood possible for my son, while also creating a life of adventure for all of us.

“Best childhood” can subjectively be described as one that is: filled with happiness, friends, unforgettable memories, abundant life lessons, adventure, the learning of at least one other language, and continuity in the family.

Because we run an internet-based business, we have the ability to provide for a unique childhood experience by living anywhere. If we don’t travel or live abroad, it would feel like such a waste, especially now that the San Francisco Bay Area has become so crowded and homogenous.

Before our son was born, we always noticed a nice uptick in our happiness when we traveled abroad. We traveled aggressively for five years before our son was born. For example, spending three weeks on the Hapsburg Trail helped us love our online business even more. Prague, Vienna, and Budapest are truly wonderful places to visit. It was a dream to spend the final week in Paris to watch the French Open.

Overlooking the Danube River in Budapest.

The following year, we spent three weeks in Asia, finally visiting the great temples of Angor Wat after spending a week diving off the island of Pula Redang, Malaysia. It is unbelievable to dive in 80+ degree crystal turquoise water.

Taaras Resort at Pulau Redang, Malaysia was amazing

Only One Problem: Childhood Amnesia

Traveling is enriching. Unfortunately, few adults can remember life before age three. Even though I had specific country anchors in place during my childhood, I only have two memories between the ages of one and two.

The first memory was sitting in an outdoor restaurant in Lusaka, Zambia while I tried Pepsi for the first time. It was delicious.

The second memory was when I had to go to the bathroom, but couldn’t because it was occupied by my dad. I banged the door hard, but he wouldn’t open it, so my mom had to clean me up in the tub.

The other memory before three was in Arlington, Virginia. I remember playing with my sister and babysitter in this makeshift room that was made out of sheets.

If I couldn’t remember much before three years old, I must imagine others who’ve lived their lives all in one place might have a difficult time recalling their past as well. Everything tends to blend together if you don’t go anywhere.

Sigmund Freud coined the term “childhood amnesia” to describe this loss of memory from the infant years. According to a study done by Emory University, they found that a child’s earliest memories begin to fade around the age of 7.

Therefore, we can conclude that any family traveling with a child under the age of three is doing so not for the child, but for themselves.

If a family wants to provide the richest cultural experience for their child, the family should travel after their toddler or toddlers are at least three years old.

Three Childhood Experience Models

Based on the logical conclusion to travel after the age of three, we’ve come up with three different childhood experience models to consider.

1) Anchor in San Francisco, and travel all summer and winter. The easiest solution is for us to live in a diverse city like San Francisco for the next 18 years until our son goes to college. Every summer break we’ll spend three months living in one or two countries as a family. Every winter, we’ll spend the 2-4 week break in another country. By the time our son goes to college, he’ll have lived abroad for a total of 52 months, or a little more than four years. He’ll also have visited at least 20 countries, thereby expanding his cultural experience.

2) Anchor in Honolulu, and travel all summer and winter. San Francisco, unfortunately, has the lowest kid density for cities in America. As a result, SF is the least kid-friendly city. Instead of staying here, we would move to Honolulu, one of the highest kid density cities in America that is very focused on family (ohana) living.

The advantage of living in Honolulu is that I also get to be close to my parents, and we can send our son to a school that goes from K-12. In San Francisco, you have to go to a different school for elementary school, middle school, and high school, and it’s inevitable your friends will end up going to different schools. The disadvantage of living in Honolulu is losing our social and professional networks we’ve spent 17 years building in SF.

3) Completely live abroad and come back to America during summers and winters. I like the idea of living abroad in three international cities for four to six years each once our son is old enough to attend kindergarten (age 5). The idea is to be in one city for all of elementary school, another city for all of middle school, and a final city for all of high school. We’ll use the summers and winters to come back to America and visit other cities close by to where we are currently stationed. Some places we’d love to live in are Amsterdam, Barcelona, Shanghai, Rio de Janeiro, Kobe, Tokyo, and Rome.

Which Childhood Adventure Would You Choose?

Angkor Wat At Night

A big part of me wants to go all out and live abroad once our son turns 5. I did it for 13 years of my life and traveled internationally for 25 years since. It would be a blast! Every single day would be a new adventure because there would be new restaurants, new activities, and new people to meet. We could rent a fully furnished house and rent out our home in SF.

My wife, however, isn’t so keen on the idea because she has never lived abroad for an extended period of time. Only summers in Japan. She’s more keen on option #1 or #2.

She reminded me about the pain of having to change our business address, file different types of taxes, and all that type of stuff she deals with as the CFO of our company. We’d also have to go through the arduous process of applying to expensive private schools with limited spots.

Life is so comfortable now, but I long for excitement. I’m the guy who has to get out of the house and do new things every day. Whereas my wife can comfortably stay home for weeks.

Biggest Concern Living Abroad

My biggest fear about living abroad for my son’s entire grade school life is him not developing lifelong friends from childhood. I don’t have any elementary school friends I keep in touch with because I don’t know them well enough.

I do sort of keep in touch with my middle school friends from Malaysia, but the relationships aren’t tight since they are so far away. Because I started high school as a new kid, I wasn’t able to develop deep relationships either. There’s really only two people from HS I keep in touch with, but they are both on the east coast, so I hardly ever see them.

That said, we now live in the time of the internet, social media, and video chat with our phones. It’s much easier to keep in touch today than when I was growing up.

I’d love to get everybody’s opinion on what you think we should do, and what you would do if you had these options. If there’s a different childhood model that I’m missing that could also be amazing, I’d love to hear it.

The Benefits Of Traveling Abroad For You And Your Kids

* Potentially easier to learn a new language

* Forces your child to open up given he’ll have to make new friends at a new school

* Gives her firsthand experience of things other children might only see online or in textbooks

* Might make him more unique when applying for colleges

* Creates more empathy and understanding for other people and cultures

* May let her appreciate living and working in America if that’s where she ends up

* Make international friends in addition to American friends

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Any readers who currently live abroad with children, who have lived abroad with children, or plan to live abroad? What are some considerations I have not mentioned in this post?

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When Is The Right Time To Travel Or Live Abroad With Kids

Despite all the hassle, you’re thinking about traveling or living abroad with kids. Exciting! This post will give you some food for thought as I’ve been thinking about doing just that for the past year.

I loved growing up overseas. It was always a treat to meet new people, eat new food, and learn about new cultures. My parents worked for the US Foreign Service and were stationed in Manila, Lusaka, Kobe, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur before finally arriving in McLean, Virginia for my high school years. McLean is 20 minutes away from the US State Department in Washington D.C.

Because I attended international schools for 13 years, I felt like I had a much richer childhood compared to many of my high school peers who mostly spent elementary school, middle school, and high school in the Northern Virginia region. Every summer I’d go back to see my friends in Taipei and KL, which was an absolute blast.

Living abroad helped me understand and embrace different cultures. For example, because roughly 61% of the Malaysian population was Muslim, I had several close Muslim friends who shared with me their traditions. I’m certain there would be much more love and harmony around the globe if more folks traveled.

Going On An Adventure

As a father now, I often think about ways in which I can provide the best childhood possible for my son, while also creating a life of adventure for all of us.

“Best childhood” can subjectively be described as one that is: filled with happiness, friends, unforgettable memories, abundant life lessons, adventure, the learning of at least one other language, and continuity in the family.

Because we run an internet-based business, we have the ability to provide for a unique childhood experience by living anywhere. If we don’t travel or live abroad, it would feel like such a waste, especially now that the San Francisco Bay Area has become so crowded and homogenous.

Before our son was born, we always noticed a nice uptick in our happiness when we traveled abroad. We traveled aggressively for five years before our son was born. For example, spending three weeks on the Hapsburg Trail helped us love our online business even more. Prague, Vienna, and Budapest are truly wonderful places to visit. It was a dream to spend the final week in Paris to watch the French Open.

Overlooking the Danube River in Budapest.

The following year, we spent three weeks in Asia, finally visiting the great temples of Angor Wat after spending a week diving off the island of Pula Redang, Malaysia. It is unbelievable to dive in 80+ degree crystal turquoise water.

Taaras Resort at Pulau Redang, Malaysia was amazing

Only One Problem: Childhood Amnesia

Traveling is enriching. Unfortunately, few adults can remember life before age three. Even though I had specific country anchors in place during my childhood, I only have two memories between the ages of one and two.

The first memory was sitting in an outdoor restaurant in Lusaka, Zambia while I tried Pepsi for the first time. It was delicious.

The second memory was when I had to go to the bathroom, but couldn’t because it was occupied by my dad. I banged the door hard, but he wouldn’t open it, so my mom had to clean me up in the tub.

The other memory before three was in Arlington, Virginia. I remember playing with my sister and babysitter in this makeshift room that was made out of sheets.

If I couldn’t remember much before three years old, I must imagine others who’ve lived their lives all in one place might have a difficult time recalling their past as well. Everything tends to blend together if you don’t go anywhere.

Sigmund Freud coined the term “childhood amnesia” to describe this loss of memory from the infant years. According to a study done by Emory University, they found that a child’s earliest memories begin to fade around the age of 7.

Therefore, we can conclude that any family traveling with a child under the age of three is doing so not for the child, but for themselves.

If a family wants to provide the richest cultural experience for their child, the family should travel after their toddler or toddlers are at least three years old.

Three Childhood Experience Models

Based on the logical conclusion to travel after the age of three, we’ve come up with three different childhood experience models to consider.

1) Anchor in San Francisco, and travel all summer and winter. The easiest solution is for us to live in a diverse city like San Francisco for the next 18 years until our son goes to college. Every summer break we’ll spend three months living in one or two countries as a family. Every winter, we’ll spend the 2-4 week break in another country. By the time our son goes to college, he’ll have lived abroad for a total of 52 months, or a little more than four years. He’ll also have visited at least 20 countries, thereby expanding his cultural experience.

2) Anchor in Honolulu, and travel all summer and winter. San Francisco, unfortunately, has the lowest kid density for cities in America. As a result, SF is the least kid-friendly city. Instead of staying here, we would move to Honolulu, one of the highest kid density cities in America that is very focused on family (ohana) living.

The advantage of living in Honolulu is that I also get to be close to my parents, and we can send our son to a school that goes from K-12. In San Francisco, you have to go to a different school for elementary school, middle school, and high school, and it’s inevitable your friends will end up going to different schools. The disadvantage of living in Honolulu is losing our social and professional networks we’ve spent 17 years building in SF.

3) Completely live abroad and come back to America during summers and winters. I like the idea of living abroad in three international cities for four to six years each once our son is old enough to attend kindergarten (age 5). The idea is to be in one city for all of elementary school, another city for all of middle school, and a final city for all of high school. We’ll use the summers and winters to come back to America and visit other cities close by to where we are currently stationed. Some places we’d love to live in are Amsterdam, Barcelona, Shanghai, Rio de Janeiro, Kobe, Tokyo, and Rome.

Which Childhood Adventure Would You Choose?

Angkor Wat At Night

A big part of me wants to go all out and live abroad once our son turns 5. I did it for 13 years of my life and traveled internationally for 25 years since. It would be a blast! Every single day would be a new adventure because there would be new restaurants, new activities, and new people to meet. We could rent a fully furnished house and rent out our home in SF.

My wife, however, isn’t so keen on the idea because she has never lived abroad for an extended period of time. Only summers in Japan. She’s more keen on option #1 or #2.

She reminded me about the pain of having to change our business address, file different types of taxes, and all that type of stuff she deals with as the CFO of our company. We’d also have to go through the arduous process of applying to expensive private schools with limited spots.

Life is so comfortable now, but I long for excitement. I’m the guy who has to get out of the house and do new things every day. Whereas my wife can comfortably stay home for weeks.

Biggest Concern Living Abroad

My biggest fear about living abroad for my son’s entire grade school life is him not developing lifelong friends from childhood. I don’t have any elementary school friends I keep in touch with because I don’t know them well enough.

I do sort of keep in touch with my middle school friends from Malaysia, but the relationships aren’t tight since they are so far away. Because I started high school as a new kid, I wasn’t able to develop deep relationships either. There’s really only two people from HS I keep in touch with, but they are both on the east coast, so I hardly ever see them.

That said, we now live in the time of the internet, social media, and video chat with our phones. It’s much easier to keep in touch today than when I was growing up.

I’d love to get everybody’s opinion on what you think we should do, and what you would do if you had these options. If there’s a different childhood model that I’m missing that could also be amazing, I’d love to hear it.

The Benefits Of Traveling Abroad For You And Your Kids

* Potentially easier to learn a new language

* Forces your child to open up given he’ll have to make new friends at a new school

* Gives her firsthand experience of things other children might only see online or in textbooks

* Might make him more unique when applying for colleges

* Creates more empathy and understanding for other people and cultures

* May let her appreciate living and working in America if that’s where she ends up

* Make international friends in addition to American friends

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

Any readers who currently live abroad with children, who have lived abroad with children, or plan to live abroad? What are some considerations I have not mentioned in this post?

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When Is The Right Time To Travel Or Live Abroad With Kids

Despite all the hassle, you’re thinking about traveling or living abroad with kids. Exciting! This post will give you some food for thought as I’ve been thinking about doing just that for the past year.

I loved growing up overseas. It was always a treat to meet new people, eat new food, and learn about new cultures. My parents worked for the US Foreign Service and were stationed in Manila, Lusaka, Kobe, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur before finally arriving in McLean, Virginia for my high school years. McLean is 20 minutes away from the US State Department in Washington D.C.

Because I attended international schools for 13 years, I felt like I had a much richer childhood compared to many of my high school peers who mostly spent elementary school, middle school, and high school in the Northern Virginia region. Every summer I’d go back to see my friends in Taipei and KL, which was an absolute blast.

Living abroad helped me understand and embrace different cultures. For example, because roughly 61% of the Malaysian population was Muslim, I had several close Muslim friends who shared with me their traditions. I’m certain there would be much more love and harmony around the globe if more folks traveled.

Going On An Adventure

As a father now, I often think about ways in which I can provide the best childhood possible for my son, while also creating a life of adventure for all of us.

“Best childhood” can subjectively be described as one that is: filled with happiness, friends, unforgettable memories, abundant life lessons, adventure, the learning of at least one other language, and continuity in the family.

Because we run an internet-based business, we have the ability to provide for a unique childhood experience by living anywhere. If we don’t travel or live abroad, it would feel like such a waste, especially now that the San Francisco Bay Area has become so crowded and homogenous.

Before our son was born, we always noticed a nice uptick in our happiness when we traveled abroad. We traveled aggressively for five years before our son was born. For example, spending three weeks on the Hapsburg Trail helped us love our online business even more. Prague, Vienna, and Budapest are truly wonderful places to visit. It was a dream to spend the final week in Paris to watch the French Open.

Overlooking the Danube River in Budapest.

The following year, we spent three weeks in Asia, finally visiting the great temples of Angor Wat after spending a week diving off the island of Pula Redang, Malaysia. It is unbelievable to dive in 80+ degree crystal turquoise water.

Taaras Resort at Pulau Redang, Malaysia was amazing

Only One Problem: Childhood Amnesia

Traveling is enriching. Unfortunately, few adults can remember life before age three. Even though I had specific country anchors in place during my childhood, I only have two memories between the ages of one and two.

The first memory was sitting in an outdoor restaurant in Lusaka, Zambia while I tried Pepsi for the first time. It was delicious.

The second memory was when I had to go to the bathroom, but couldn’t because it was occupied by my dad. I banged the door hard, but he wouldn’t open it, so my mom had to clean me up in the tub.

The other memory before three was in Arlington, Virginia. I remember playing with my sister and babysitter in this makeshift room that was made out of sheets.

If I couldn’t remember much before three years old, I must imagine others who’ve lived their lives all in one place might have a difficult time recalling their past as well. Everything tends to blend together if you don’t go anywhere.

Sigmund Freud coined the term “childhood amnesia” to describe this loss of memory from the infant years. According to a study done by Emory University, they found that a child’s earliest memories begin to fade around the age of 7.

Therefore, we can conclude that any family traveling with a child under the age of three is doing so not for the child, but for themselves.

If a family wants to provide the richest cultural experience for their child, the family should travel after their toddler or toddlers are at least three years old.

Three Childhood Experience Models

Based on the logical conclusion to travel after the age of three, we’ve come up with three different childhood experience models to consider.

1) Anchor in San Francisco, and travel all summer and winter. The easiest solution is for us to live in a diverse city like San Francisco for the next 18 years until our son goes to college. Every summer break we’ll spend three months living in one or two countries as a family. Every winter, we’ll spend the 2-4 week break in another country. By the time our son goes to college, he’ll have lived abroad for a total of 52 months, or a little more than four years. He’ll also have visited at least 20 countries, thereby expanding his cultural experience.

2) Anchor in Honolulu, and travel all summer and winter. San Francisco, unfortunately, has the lowest kid density for cities in America. As a result, SF is the least kid-friendly city. Instead of staying here, we would move to Honolulu, one of the highest kid density cities in America that is very focused on family (ohana) living.

The advantage of living in Honolulu is that I also get to be close to my parents, and we can send our son to a school that goes from K-12. In San Francisco, you have to go to a different school for elementary school, middle school, and high school, and it’s inevitable your friends will end up going to different schools. The disadvantage of living in Honolulu is losing our social and professional networks we’ve spent 17 years building in SF.

3) Completely live abroad and come back to America during summers and winters. I like the idea of living abroad in three international cities for four to six years each once our son is old enough to attend kindergarten (age 5). The idea is to be in one city for all of elementary school, another city for all of middle school, and a final city for all of high school. We’ll use the summers and winters to come back to America and visit other cities close by to where we are currently stationed. Some places we’d love to live in are Amsterdam, Barcelona, Shanghai, Rio de Janeiro, Kobe, Tokyo, and Rome.

Which Childhood Adventure Would You Choose?

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A big part of me wants to go all out and live abroad once our son turns 5. I did it for 13 years of my life and traveled internationally for 25 years since. It would be a blast! Every single day would be a new adventure because there would be new restaurants, new activities, and new people to meet. We could rent a fully furnished house and rent out our home in SF.

My wife, however, isn’t so keen on the idea because she has never lived abroad for an extended period of time. Only summers in Japan. She’s more keen on option #1 or #2.

She reminded me about the pain of having to change our business address, file different types of taxes, and all that type of stuff she deals with as the CFO of our company. We’d also have to go through the arduous process of applying to expensive private schools with limited spots.

Life is so comfortable now, but I long for excitement. I’m the guy who has to get out of the house and do new things every day. Whereas my wife can comfortably stay home for weeks.

Biggest Concern Living Abroad

My biggest fear about living abroad for my son’s entire grade school life is him not developing lifelong friends from childhood. I don’t have any elementary school friends I keep in touch with because I don’t know them well enough.

I do sort of keep in touch with my middle school friends from Malaysia, but the relationships aren’t tight since they are so far away. Because I started high school as a new kid, I wasn’t able to develop deep relationships either. There’s really only two people from HS I keep in touch with, but they are both on the east coast, so I hardly ever see them.

That said, we now live in the time of the internet, social media, and video chat with our phones. It’s much easier to keep in touch today than when I was growing up.

I’d love to get everybody’s opinion on what you think we should do, and what you would do if you had these options. If there’s a different childhood model that I’m missing that could also be amazing, I’d love to hear it.

The Benefits Of Traveling Abroad For You And Your Kids

* Potentially easier to learn a new language

* Forces your child to open up given he’ll have to make new friends at a new school

* Gives her firsthand experience of things other children might only see online or in textbooks

* Might make him more unique when applying for colleges

* Creates more empathy and understanding for other people and cultures

* May let her appreciate living and working in America if that’s where she ends up

* Make international friends in addition to American friends

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The Art of Sound Design in Creating Immersive Space

Sound has just as much impact on the way we perceive and sense the world around us as we touch and see. The advancement of audiovisual technology has allowed guests to be more profoundly absorbed in the experience than before. Perfect sound and music play a major role in crafting immersive experiences and making an event truly memorable. Hiring the best audio and video service for weddings in Northern Virginia and beyond can evoke specific emotions and create an immersive environment.

Sound Design for Live Performances Sound designing is more than just adjusting the speakers and microphones. Designing live sound in Northern Virginia and beyond is the art that involves the process of creating, recording, and manipulating audio elements to evoke specific emotions that create an electrifying ambiance worth remembering. Top karaoke DJs in Northern Virginia carefully curate the song list to suit the mood of the event. They skillfully balance the sound, make smooth transitions between songs and speeches, and add effects and ambiance, which creates a seamless and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

Audience Perception and Sound Quality From a corporate event to an intimate gathering, captivating a mixed audience with high-quality sound is demanding. An expert DJ uses a top-notch music system so the audience can clearly hear speeches, music, and other audio elements. Their nuanced layering of sound effects and flawlessly timed echoes shift the audience’s emotions, making them feel more connected to the performance.

Collaboration in Sound Design Sound design is a joint effort that demands correspondence and teamwork between DJs, sound engineers, artists, and the entire production team. By working together, these professionals create a pleasant blend of sound that heightens the overall experience for everyone involved. Recognizing the importance of sound design, the expert DJs collaborate to curate an immersive musical bonanza. Art and Technology Fusion The amalgamation of technology and art in sound design turns a simple event into an outstanding one. The sound design experts create mesmerizing musical experiences using analog and digital tools, balancing tones, and modifying sound dynamics.

Interactive Sound Technologies With the advancement of VR has come the rise of 3D sound, which is a binaural approach that creates a soundscape that’s like the real world. Top karaoke DJs in Northern Virginia use these advanced technologies to adapt music tracks, adjust tempos, and offer real-time effects, thus heightening the musical experience of the guest.

Conclusion The strength of the sound design lies in its ability to take us to a completely different world by connecting with our sentiments. StratAV Sound & Video Services, the provider of the best audio and video service for events in Northern Virginia, has DJs who offer collaboration of sound effects, foley, dialogue, music, and ambiance that seamlessly blends, enhancing the visuals and enveloping the audience in a rich auditory tapestry. They bring their electric energy, brilliant sound system, and special effect lighting to their DJ sets to make the dancefloor work. So whether you need a dance party DJ or background music for your next corporate event, StratAV Sound & Video Services will delight your guests with a symphony of captivating sounds.

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All your March Madness live streaming options plus point spreads

March Madness is here again for that 67 game basketball tournament that begins on Tuesday, and you know how hard it is to watch for us working people since so many of those games happen during working hours. So, to help all of you who want to watch without your boss knowing, all the NCAA Tournament games will be available online. For many of the early round games, though, you'll need a password through your cable or satellite TV subscription. The television networks no longer offer a stand-alone subscription you can buy without cable. You can scroll down to find the March Madness point spreads. HAPPY STREAMING The best places to watch: http://www.ncaa.com/marchmadness or the NCAA March Madness Live app. All the games will be there, regardless of where they are televised. CBS is televising 24 games, including the national championship and the Final Four. These games won't require a cable or satellite password through the app or website, but they are viewable only on phones, tablets and computers - not streaming devices such as Apple TV, Roku or Fire TV. You'll need a password for the remaining games, which are split among the Turner-owned cable channels - TBS, TNT and truTV. There's a three-hour grace period on most devices. You could get some 40 devices to watch all the games for free, but getting cable service might be cheaper. Streaming devices are OK for watching, but there's no grace period. Games also will be available on individual apps for TBS, TNT and truTV - again with a password. On desktops and laptops, the March Madness website will have a "boss button" on the upper right corner. One click replaces the game with a fake screenshot of a note-taking or PowerPoint-like app. NO PASSWORD? Consider subscribing to an online television package. If you want just the CBS games and don't have an antenna, you can get CBS All Access starting at $6 a month. This service is required to watch CBS games on a streaming TV device. You can time the free week trial to watch the Final Four games on April 1 and the championship on April 3, if that's all you want. Make sure your local station is included. CBS says it has deals covering more than 90 percent of the U.S. population, but that won't help if you're in that 10 percent. For the Turner channels, you can get Sling TV for $25 a month, DirecTV Now at $35 or PlayStation Vue for $30 or $40, depending on the market. All three offer weeklong trials as well. For Sling TV, get the "Orange" package with the "Comedy Plus Extra" add-on, or sign up for the "Blue" option. Same price either way. Sony's PlayStation Vue is the only service to offer both Turner and CBS, but only in selected markets. The availability of CBS stations is impressive, compared with other networks, but it's short of what CBS All Access offers. Sony says the 99 CBS stations it has through Vue covers 60 percent of the U.S. population. KEEPING UP If you subscribe through PlayStation Vue and have a PlayStation 4 device, you can watch three channels on the same screen at once. This means you can keep up with games being televised simultaneously on different channels, or have a talk show taking up one of the three streams. You choose which stream gets the audio. If you're watching Vue on something other than the PlayStation 4, it's just one game at a time. The March Madness app on Apple TV offers two games simultaneously, one with audio. You can have multiple browsers open on some devices, or you can just watch simultaneously on a phone and a personal computer. RAISING THE STAKES If your office isn't doing a March Madness pool, there are plenty of options online. You can set up your own challenge group with friends, family or co-workers, or you can join an existing public group. Yahoo, for instance, has groups organized around specific schools. ESPN is offering prizes, including a trip to Hawaii. The NCAA's official bracket challenge promises to integrate links to live video streams from the tournament. There's also an option to award bonus points for correctly picking upsets. THERE'S MORE Westwood One's radio coverage of all games will be available through the March Madness app on phones and tablets and the tournament's website on PCs - no password needed. No streaming TV devices. This year, live audio is also available on Amazon Alexa speakers, such as the Echo. Just ask with a voice command. On desktops and laptops, a shot-chart feature will let you see where players made shots during a game, updated in real time. It's an optional graphical overlay over the live video stream, so you won't miss the action. On Apple TV, March Madness fans will get a special navigation tool resembling the traditional NCAA bracket. Just click on the matchup you're interested in for stats, highlights and a link to the full game.

Now For Those NCAA March Madness Point Spreads

Tuesday, First Four

6:40 p.m. Mount St. Mary’s (19-15) vs. New Orleans (20-11) New Orleans -1.5 9:10 p.m. Kansas State (20-13) vs. Wake Forest (19-13) Wake Forest -1

Wednesday, First Four

6:40 p.m. N.C. Central (25-8) vs. UC Davis (22-12) N.C. Central -3 9:10 p.m. Providence (20-12) vs. Southern Cal (24-9) Southern Cal -1

Thursday, First Round

12:15 p.m. Notre Dame (25-9) vs. Princeton (23-6) Notre Dame -7 12:40 p.m. Virginia (22-10) vs. UNC Wilmington (29-5) Virginia -8.5 1:30 p.m. Butler (23-8) vs. Winthrop (26-6) Butler -11 2 p.m. Gonzaga (32-1) vs. South Dakota (18-16) Gonzaga -22.5 2:45 p.m. West Virginia (26-8) vs. Bucknell (26-8) West Virginia -14 3:10 p.m. Florida (24-8) vs. ETSU (27-7) Florida -10 4 p.m. Minnesota (24-9) vs. Middle Tennessee (30-4) Minnesota -1 4:30 p.m. Northwestern (23-11) vs. Vanderbilt (19-15) Vanderbilt -1 6:50 p.m. Maryland (24-8) vs. Xavier (21-13) Maryland -2 7:10 p.m. Villanova (31-3) vs. Mount St. Mary’s-New Orleans winner 7:20 p.m. Saint Mary’s (28-4) vs. VCU (26-8) Saint Mary’s -4.5 7:27 p.m. Purdue (25-7) vs. Vermont (29-5) Purdue -8.5 9:20 p.m. Florida State (25-8) vs. Florida Gulf Coast (26-7) Florida State -12 9:40 p.m. Wisconsin (25-9) vs. Virginia Tech (22-10) Wisconsin -5 9:50 p.m. Arizona (30-4) vs. North Dakota (22-9) Arizona -16.5 9:55 p.m. Iowa State (23-10) vs. Nevada (28-6) Iowa State -6.5

Friday, First Round

12:15 p.m. Michigan (24-11) vs. Oklahoma State (20-12) Michigan -2 12:40 p.m. Baylor (25-7) vs. New Mexico State (28-5) Baylor -12 1:30 p.m. Arkansas (25-9) vs. Seton Hall (21-11) Arkansas -1 2 p.m. Oregon (29-5) vs. Iona (22-12) Oregon -14.5 2:45 p.m. Louisville (24-8) vs. Jacksonville State (20-14) Louisville -20.5 SMU (29-4) vs. Providence-Southern Cal winner 4 p.m. North Carolina (27-7) vs. Texas Southern (23-11) UNC -25.5 4:30 p.m. Creighton (25-9) vs. Rhode Island (24-9) Creighton -1.5 6:50 p.m. Kansas (28-4) vs. N.C. Central-UC Davis winner 7:10 p.m. Dayton (24-7) vs. Wichita State (30-4) Wichita State -6 7:20 p.m. Duke (27-8) vs. Troy (22-14) Duke -19 7:27 p.m. Cincinnati (29-5) vs. Kansas State-Wake Forest winner 9:20 p.m. Miami (21-11) vs. Michigan State (19-14) Miami -2 9:40 p.m. Kentucky (29-5) vs. Northern Kentucky (24-10) Kentucky -19.5 9:50 p.m. South Carolina (22-10) vs. Marquette (19-12) South Carolina -1.5 9:55 p.m. UCLA (29-4) vs. Kent State (22-13) UCLA -18

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AV RENTAL VA

The one-stop-shop for Audio and Video Accessories

 TITLE

Av rental VA provides all sorts of audio and video services equipment.

SUMMARY

Av rental provides audio and video services for rent at office parties and for meetings. We have the latest and large number of equipment both for audio and video which will enhance your experience of listening and video. Our services will surely bring a smile to your face.

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Sound Music was recorded in the 9th century by the Banu Musa brothers. They invented a water-powered organ. Later that inventions were made and further improvements were made to it. Scientists have continuously been working for the better of our lives and new inventions are being done daily and continuous improvement is being done on the previous ones.

Sound and music have played a major role in the betterment of our lives. Music, audio, speakers, headphones, Bluetooth speakers, and headphones are playing a major part in today’s life. From small kids to elder people every one is using an audio device. From houses to cars and from theatres to buses each and everywhere audio devices are being used.

Av rental is an audio and video service provider company based in Northern Virginia. It provides projector screens, speakers for meetings conferences in Virginia. The aim of this company is to provide the best service so the event can be done successfully and the people don’t have any problems with hearing and the quality of the video.

 Services

·       Audio

                     As good quality audio is important in any event. Av rental focuses on that and provides you with the best devices and services in Virginia. AV rental has the best and latest audio equipment which is needed in any parties and hap. AV rental focuses on the quality of their work and makes sure of it that their customers are fully satisfied and happy with their services.

 ·       Video

        Projectors are being used in offices for meetings and video conferences meetings in Virginia. AV rental has all quality projectors and screens which are great for work and are budget-friendly too. Projectors’ conferences not only save time but also helps the person to understand the product easily.

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·       Conference

      Not only speakers and projectors AV Rental also provides you with microphones, but power speakers also and wireless mics which are very important for any conference in Virginia. All the products are of a good company which is easy to use.

 ·       Wedding Lights

                         Av rental also provides lights for weddings in Virginia. Lights have an important role in any party and event. These lights are customizable according to your budget. Av rental provides excellent service with great discounts and always focuses on the satisfaction of their client.

 ·       Accessories

                          Av rental also provides accessories for conferences and meetings like Ipads speakers printers and other important devices which are essential for a successful conference.

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Transform Your Next Corporate Event with Engaging Audio-Visual Solutions

Corporate events such as meetings, workshops, and seminars serve a distinctive purpose in the corporate arena. They are more than just meetings; they are tactical gatherings that play an important role in the development and success of corporations. AVs are of great significance in such events. Are you wondering how audio and event lighting services in Northern Virginia or beyond open a successful and impactful business gathering? This blog is just for you!

Creating an Immersive Experience with Surround Sound

Having a clear sound during speeches and presentations has a positive impact on the attendees, making the event a success. One of the best ways to make a corporate event in North Virginia impactful is by hiring a trusted DJ sound service provider in Northern Virginia. These professionals offer surround sound systems that engage the audience with sound and music and elevate the event to another level.

The Importance of Professional Lighting Design

The ambiance and aura for your corporate event can be perfectly arranged by professional event lighting services in Northern Virginia. They consider the requirement of the event to create a soothing and elegant aura or a lively and vibrant atmosphere. They make a special effort to emphasize critical spots of the event venue with custom gobos and projections to create a spectacular setting for networking, celebrations, or formal presentations.

The Role of Visual Branding in Audio-Visual Solutions

Visual branding creates a memorable experience for the guests. Companies offering AV solutions integrate your company's logo, colors, and messaging into the audio-visual solutions for the corporate event. From custom video displays to branded projection mapping, visual branding can take your event to the next level that not only fortifies brand recognition but leaves a lasting impression on attendees.

The Benefits of Hiring Professional AV Services

Audio-visual (AV) technology is a critical part of all corporate events. It can be drastically elevated by hiring professional audio-visual services. Having years of experience, they can create unique solutions for your project, thus meeting your individual needs. They can also manage the technical facets of an event with the tiniest impact on your event. They source and manage all the advanced technical AV equipment within your funding, thereby saving you the money, time, and effort spent on purchasing equipment and training the staff.

Maximizing Engagement with Video Displays and Projections

Trendy video displays and projection screens prove to be highly effective methods for advertising a product or gripping the audience's attention. While the multi-screen setup can offer an immersive experience, projecting a keynote speech and designing diligent background visuals enhance audience attention.

Creating a Thematic Audio-Visual Experience

Custom lighting designs, synchronized soundtracks, and specific lighting colors are some thematic approaches that create a lasting impression on the attendees.

Conclusion

Technologically advanced and powerful audio/videos can metamorphose corporate events and make them effective, which leaves an indelible imprint on guests. StratAV Sound & Video Services is one of the trusted DJ Sound & Video service providers in Northern Virginia. It offers a high-tech AV system that creates an immersive experience that not only wows your audience but also heightens your brand image. Let StratAV Sound & Video Services create digital experiences that scintillate audience participation and interaction to create the highest level of recognition.

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The Perfect Playlist for Your Dream Wedding: Investing in a Quality Wedding DJ

The wedding day marks a fresh chapter in one's life. It is the event when the whole family comes together to bless and celebrate. So couples plan their dream wedding and want every element flawless, right down to the music. As music plays a vital part in making such an event truly memorable, couples living in Northern Virginia hire the best audio and video service for weddings in Northern Virginia, who can curate the perfect playlist that matches the mood and tone of your wedding. They have a knack for entertaining the guests keep the party going. Considering the top DJ services in Northern Virginia for weddings is definitely a profitable investment, as they can play music that communicates the actual emotions of the couple.

Personalizing Your Playlist 

Imagine the bride walking down the aisle amidst the backdrop music of 'A Thousand Years' by Christina Perri or the joyful song of 'You Make My Dreams' by Hall & Oates during the post-nuptial making the ambiance more upbeat, and the guests hitting the dance floor during the cocktail hours and dancing to the light and catchy tune of 'L-O-V-E' by Nat King Cole or 'Cheek to Cheek' by Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong. Professional DJs identify the musical preference of the couple and ensure their wedding day resonates with the perfect soundtrack. For this, they set up a meeting to create a list of ‘must-play’ songs that reflect the personality and love story of the couple. They curate your wedding playlist for every moment of the wedding making the event more meaningful and memorable! Balancing Genres to Please All Guests

Weddings are attended by family members and friends who belong to different generations. Professional DJ sound service providers in Northern Virginia, know the art of balancing music of different eras that keeps the guest engaged and entertained. They may play some of the handpicked Motown classic hits for the older guests while they play the latest pop anthems for the younger crowd.

Timing Your Playlist for Key Moments

Right from the entry of the bride to the aisle, the first dance, the cake-cutting ceremony, to the cocktail hour, a professional DJ ensures that the right music is played during the entire wedding event. This keeps the flow of the event going.

Collaborating with Your DJ or Band

It is necessary to communicate with the DJs to create the perfect wedding playlist. Once the couple mentions their choice of music, it becomes easier for the DJs to prepare the ideal wedding playlist that can make the wedding unforgettable. Incorporating Guest Requests Thoughtfully

Be it pop, rock, hip-hop, or country, professional DJs can balance guest requests with your planned playlist while keeping the dance floor full and lively. Selecting the Perfect Exit Song

A professional DJ will select the perfect wedding exit song that captures the essence of the couple’s love story and represents the myriad emotions and promises that a wedding conveys.

Preparing a Backup Plan

An experienced DJ knows that not all weddings go as planned. Therefore, they are well prepared with a foolproof backup plan. Be it a technical issue, a last-minute change in the playlist, or a special announcement to be made during the wedding, a professional DJ knows how to handle such situations. Summing Up

A perfect wedding playlist can make a world of difference as a married couple starts their momentous journey together. StratAV Sound & Video Services is one of the top DJ sound service providers in Northern Virginia, curating the perfect compilation of tunes that capture the spirit of your special day.

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Turn your wedding into a seamless and elegant event: With Professional DJ Expertise

Weddings are special moments of life that celebrate the unbreakable bond between two persons. From selecting the best catering services and an enchanting venue to choosing the best audio and video services for weddings in Northern Virginia and beyond, couples do their best to make the day delightful and memorable. A professional wedding DJ does more than play sophisticated background music. Here is why wedding DJs have become an indispensable part of modern weddings.

Expertise in Music Selection Whether it is the first dance or the last good night melody, DJs curate a music selection that reflects the diverse moods of the event. Whether you want them to play mellow melodies like 'Everything' by Michael Bublé and Jason Mraz’s 'I'm Yours' or a timeless romance number by Etta Jame, or the most loved wedding numbers presenting super hit songs like Best Day of My Life or Sweet Caroline, a professional wedding can turn your wedding into something worth reflecting. High-Quality Sound Equipment Everyone wants to listen to the 'I dos', the announcements, and the heartfelt wedding speeches. This is possible when the event has top-class audio equipment. Professional DJ sound and video service providers in Northern Virginia and beyond are technically qualified to provide the best sound system that delivers clear audio throughout the wedding venue. Seamless Event Coordination Professional wedding DJs know the art of event collaboration. To do this, they offer a consultation before the wedding to know the musical taste and vision of the organizers. On the big day, they seamlessly orchestrate sound and music. From songs and lighting to making announcements, they confirm that the special moments are accentuated and well-coordinated. Smooth transition and mixes Wedding DJs are trained to smoothly transition between songs that match the flow of the event. They plan the track list well in advance and use crossfading to transition. They are pro at reading the crowd and choose songs that are similar in genre to keep the energy in harmony.

Creating the Perfect Atmosphere The DJs create an enchanted ambiance by integrating music with the power of lighting. They enchant the event using a warm glow during the vows and relatively rich hues during the cocktail hours. Their flawless music also adds to the aura that guests remember for years. Specialized Genre Expertise Each wedding is unique, and wedding DJs can elevate the celebration by playing music from different eras to keep the guests entertained. They prepare a list of musical tracks that match the wedding theme. Backup and Contingency Plans Any unforeseen problems can arise even after concrete planning. Experienced DJs can adjust and are committed to continuity. They are well-prepared with every piece of equipment and are technically well-versed to handle any technical issues. They bring an extra set of sound systems to lighting fixtures so that the event goes without any hitch. Memorable Guest Experience Wedding DJs know exactly how to make the event memorable. While some may organize games and play the choicest songs, others may coordinate special dances or even set up a karaoke session where guests can sing their favorite song and have fun. They guarantee that everyone in the event enjoys, thus making the event truly memorable. Summing Up Employing the top DJ services in Northern Virginia for a wedding can transform the special day everyone will recall for years. If you are looking for an audio and video service provider, trust StratAV Sound & Video Services to offer DJ service, ambient lighting, karaoke sessions, and live sound in Northern Virginia.

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Professional Sound and Lighting for Unforgettable Weddings

A wedding without a sound and lighting system can be a disappointing experience not only for the guests but also for the couple. While it would be hard for the couple to hear the marriage speeches properly without a proper sound system, the guests would miss seeing all the beautiful decor of the wedding venues due to the lack of adequate lighting facilities. The wedding would be bland, especially for the young guests, as there would be no DJs. However, hiring the best audio and video service for weddings in Northern Virginia and beyond can turn a dull wedding into an exciting event worth remembering.

Let us explore, at a glance, what to expect when booking an audio and video service provider for a wedding.

Wedding ceremony audio and microphones:

Everyone wants to hear the earnest speeches and the marriage vows and enjoy the musical performances during a wedding ceremony. To achieve this, the first thing that a professional audio and video service provider does is install quality audio systems that produce crisp and clear sound. Based on the client’s requirement, they provide wired and wireless microphones. They also offer premium monitors that can give real-time audio feedback that helps the performers stay in the sun and make adjustments instantly. Proficient technicians place the speakers cautiously and help everyone hear the vows, speeches, and music perfectly.   DJ equipment:

Weddings are supposed to be entertaining. Keeping this in mind, professional audio and video service providers offer some of the best DJ equipment and gear that keeps the guests entertained and makes events successful. Some of them even provide expert DJ, who has a vast playlist that can get everyone on their feet and turn the moment into a musical extravaganza. Sound and lighting installation:

Lighting installation can turn your event into something spectacular. Companies offering audio and video services offer different types of lighting solutions that can truly transform any space. Today, there are several lighting options available in the market. One can choose from monochromatic lights, hanging fixtures, and intelligent lighting choices like gobos to cost-effective lighting solutions like LED uplights, string lights, and spotlights to transform the event and dazzle the venue. Events and services:

Services offered by the audio and video service providers do not limit themselves to the wedding but also set the stage for an extraordinary festivity for several other events and functions like corporate events, charity functions, and intimate family gatherings. Some also offer their premier MC service at wedding events, which allows the bridal party and guests to stay informed about forthcoming formalities. This keeps the program executing seamlessly.

Summing Up

Some people look for an intimate and vibrant ambiance for their wedding, while others look for a crystal-clear sound system so that everyone present can hear the vows and emotional speeches. An experienced audio and video service provider can bring your vision to life. For people living in Northern Virginia, finding a trusted audio and video service provider has never been easier. StratAV Sound & Video Services offers some of the best audio and event lighting services in Northern Virginia and beyond. While its technical team matches the ambient lighting and transforms the mood of your big day, the experienced sound technicians put the perfect sound system for your function. Its professional DJs would create the right ambiance by playing the perfect songs at the right time. When you hire StratAV Sound & Video Services, you get spectacular lighting and quality sound enabling you and your guest to relive those cherished moments again.

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Karaoke Djs in Northern Virginia: An Unforgettable Experience

A marriage marks the beginning of a new phase in your life. People usually remember a specific moment or event based on how it made them feel. It therefore is one of the most anticipated days in a couple’s life and they try their best to make the occasion momentous. From planning the venue, catering, and florist to audio and lighting service, they leave no stone unturned to make their day special. One of the effective ways to heighten your event to the next level is to opt for a DJ service.

If you are in Northern Virginia, then look for the best audio and video service for weddings in Northern Virginia. They can elevate your event and make it a memorable affair. In Northern Virginia, companies providing audio and video services have Karaoke DJs having special skills to offer fun, energetic, and fast-paced nights of karaoke. No matter what type of singer you are, they are trained to make your singing experience special and leave you feeling like a diva!  

Here are a few reasons why Northern Virginia’s Karaoke DJs can make your event truly memorable.

Engaging the audience: Virginia’s Karaoke DJs can bring a lively element into any party, be it a wedding, an engagement, a corporate get-together, or any other type of party. Apart from playing some of the chart-burster music numbers they encourage the audience to participate and sing, thus making your ordinary event into something extraordinary. From event ceremonies to dance floor, these professionals can make your party a clear, entertaining, and stress-free event that your guests will enjoy and remember for days to come!

High-tech sound and audio system: Top karaoke DJs in Northern Virginia have pro-level audio and sound equipment and software, which offers clear and crisp sound and professional lighting that makes your event an instant hit. 

Exclusive Song list: Top Karaoke DJs in Northern Virginia are decked up with some of the greatest music of all time. So, no matter what styles, genres, or eras of music are demanded by the audience, they are well-prepared with a vast music collection, ensuring that everyone has a wonderful time dancing and singing.  

Crowd management: Whether you are hosting a corporate event or an intimate party, a professional DJ service can seamlessly manage and entertain the crowd. They read the energy and rhythm of the crowd and make a playlist that matches their preference and mood. Additionally, they engage them in several entertaining activities which keep them captivated.    

Pocket-friendly: Organizing an event can be expensive. Karaoke DJ services offer high-quality deals that suit your budget. 

Wrapping Up

Solemnizing your vows at the backdrop of mesmerizing music and eye-catching lighting effects can be a dream for every couple, and this is possible when you hire the best audio and video service for weddings in Northern Virginia. These companies have the expertise and experience to transform a boring wedding ceremony into a lively event. 

StratAV Sound & Video Service is Northern Virginia's leading company offering outstanding audio and video services at the most competitive rates. It prides itself on helping people create mesmerizing and fun events. So if you are in Northern Virginia and need a stunning lighting system, groovy music, and a dedicated DJ service for your upcoming event, let StratAV Sound & Video Service transform your event into a phenomenal occasion So, let the party begin!

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Experience the Best Live Sound in Northern Virginia: Top Venues and Events

Music is a universal language that brings people together. If you are a music enthusiast wanting to have a good time in Northern Virginia, or if you are searching for a spectacular venue for your upcoming event that also offers live sound in Northern Virginia, then this blog is for you. Northern Virginia provides numerous options for music lovers and offers something for everyone. This blog explores Northern Virginia's top events and venues and how a DJ sound service provider in Northern Virginia can add charm to your event.

The place is a paradise for music fans! So, whether you want to listen to rock and R&B music or want to attend a Jazz or Hip-Hop concert, Northern Virginia offers you a plethora of choices. It has numerous amphitheaters, concert halls, auditoriums, and cozy cafes offering some of the most happening music events ever. Vienna's Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts and Jammin Java, Bristow's Jiffy Lube Live, Alexandria's The Birchmere, Falls Church's The State Theatre, Leesburg's Tally Ho Theater and the Capital One Hall in Tysons are some of the most popular venues that host soul-soothing musical events for concert-goers. These venues host some of the most heartwarming and sizzling music by legendary and popular musicians. For instance, Jiffy Lube Live offers its most awaited treat for music lovers as they can see 21 Savage, Imagine Dragons, Pitbull, Avril Lavigne, and many others perform live. Similarly, they can visit Capital One Hall and enjoy the spectacular performances of Janet Jackson, IU, and Jennifer Lopez. Visiting these music venues can be the perfect treat for music lovers. What makes these events spectacular is that they can listen to their favorite musician perform on an open stage. The whole arena generates musical vibes that create a lasting memory. People looking to create such mesmerizing ambiance for their private or corporate event should get in touch with a professional DJ sound service provider in Northern Virginia. They provide the latest audio-video equipment that can rock any event. These hi-tech sound systems provide outstanding sound that can make any event unique and unforgettable. Further, they have talented and experienced DJs who can effortlessly operate and manage them. They have a mastery over playing music that can entertain and enthrall your guests. They play famous music to make your occasion lively and worth remembering.

Final Thought Be it a large musical fest or a small family event, enjoyable music and an impeccable sound system can convert any event into a musical bonanza. It has the power to create a cheerful ambiance that is cherished for years. One can find many DJ sound service providers in Northern Virginia, however, if you are trying to find a trusted partner who can keep your guests entertained with some fantastic feet-tapping music, then you are in luck! With a variety of wired and wireless microphones, monitors, and the latest digital mixer, StratAV Sound & Video Service can set the perfect mood to keep the party going. No matter the size of the event, their proficient DJs use the latest equipment to produce high-quality sound that is balanced and powerful. So, when you want a stellar sound experience for your event, consider StratAV Sound & Video Service.