Posts tagged spanish
Rodeo Event in the East Foothills of San Jose

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Welcome & Vendors
Kick off the day by exploring our local vendor market! Guests can shop, mingle, and enjoy upbeat country tunes while getting settled in for the festivities. It’s the perfect warm-up before the rodeo begins.

 

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Rodeo & Auction
The main event starts with opening remarks  by one of the leads, followed by the National Anthem and a performance from the Gilroy Rodeo Flag Team. Watch thrilling demonstrations like Join Up, Hoga, and Barrel Racing. Don’t miss Pole Bending, Goat Tying, and a special singing performance by Elena. We had to  play the instrumental

 

After the action, the live auction begins—featuring horses such as Chula, Pongo, and Priscilla. Two students will share quick, heartfelt stories about their experiences in the program, adding inspiration to the evening’s excitement.

 

5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Transition to Dinner
Guests will head up to the Party Barn to enjoy dinner and relax after the rodeo fun.

 

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner, Speeches & Raffle
Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner while hearing from Rose and other special guests. Be sure to grab raffle tickets for your chance to win great prizes!

 

7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Music & Dancing
End the evening on a high note with great music, line dancing, and laughter. Whether you’re a rodeo fan or just here for good food and good company, this event was a fun one.

Why GlassHouse San Jose Made Prom Night Unforgettable  (Bay Area Dj serving San Jose, Sunnyvale,  Palo Alto  and  Gilroy)

If you’re looking for the ultimate prom venue in San Jose, GlassHouse should be at the top of your list. We recently got to DJ Andrew Hill High School’s prom here, and let’s just say—it was next level.

First off, the vibe? Immaculate. GlassHouse has this modern, upscale feel with high ceilings, sleek architecture, and tons of natural light (perfect for golden hour prom pics!). It feels elegant without being over the top, striking the right balance for a night that’s all about fun and memories.

The space is huge—seriously, there was plenty of room for dining, photo stations, and a packed dance floor. The lighting and sound system are fully customizable too, which meant we got to kick things off with smooth R&B while everyone ate, then flip the switch into full party mode.

Once we dropped some Spanish hits, the energy went way up—everyone rushed to the floor. From there, it was all current hip-hop bangers and non-stop dancing until the very end.

Located right in downtown San Jose, it’s easy to get to and surrounded by great photo ops—both inside the venue and around the city streets. Plus, the GlassHouse staff knows what they’re doing. Everything from catering to décor setup ran smoothly.

Big shoutout to Andrew Hill—they brought the energy and made the night unforgettable. We’re hyped to work with them again in May!

If your school’s looking to make prom magical, GlassHouse San Jose delivers the perfect mix of style, space, and straight-up fun.

North Hollywood 80th Latin Birthday Party (Los Angeles Dj Serving Burbank, Hollywood, Glendale and Pasadena)

 We had a great time playing in North Hollywood the other day. It was a surprise 80th birthday party.  It was such a surprise even I did not even know.  It was a dark street and the address was semi hidden and I typically can tell who is having a party on a street. I unloaded my gear and my start time was at 7 and I was there around 610 and I was asked that grandpa is close and I have to be ready soon. So I got everything set up and was playing 15 minutes before I was supposed to start. Anything to make the party go smoothly. We were stationed in the backyard and when grandpa came in he was greeted with Las Mananitas then Vicente Fernandez. The first hour we were playing Mexican oldies then an hour in we just mostly did cumbias the rest of the night. It was a catered party with a lot of desserts. The cake had a picture of the man of the hour. It was a festive group that liked to dance. All the requests they wanted I was able to find them on my computer or I had to stream them via the internet.

  It was a cold night but the dance floor was hot. It was my kind of party. They offered me cake like three different times. They were the perfect hosts. We had the music at a good volume and we did not get any complaints.

Latin 40th Birthday Party in Northridge (Los Angeles Dj serving Burbank, Pasadena, Universal, Granada Hills and  Woodland Hills)

  Recently I received a call to do a Latin event over in Granada Hills. The client sent me a list and I was digging the vibe. It was a lot of reggaeton and some cumbia. Artist like Bad Bunny, and  Karol G filled up the list.  A really popular artist was Los Socios Del RitmoOther artists like Ozuna, J Balvin, Rauw Alejandro There were a few English songs and even went as diverse as some country songs by Morgan Wallan. What I noticed about Latin parties that they really and I mean really love the cumbias. You can not go wrong with the classics and get the party going.

Originally we are going to play at a house then they got a studio over in North ridge.  It was small venue in a retail area.  They had a bar and a table to have dinner and a small dance floor. It was quite an intimate space. You can easily have around 25 folks to have dinner there and then they can let loose on the dance floor. Once I got there they had a musician who was jamming on a guitar and singing covers everyone knew. I set up next to the guitar player and I was ready to go. I was going to play 15 minutes ahead of schedule but I was prepared to start anytime they needed me. They started to eat then I started to play more music to get the party vibe then they cut the cake then it was time to get down. 

Spanish Bilingual Djs that play English and Spanish are rare in these times (Bay Area Dj serving San Jose, Morgan Hill and Gilroy) (Los Angeles Dj serving Burbank, Glendale and Pasadena)

Spanish Bilingual djs who are proficient in English and Spanish music does not happen much. Usually one dj specializes in one type of music but it’s a rarity they can rock a party in two languages. Not everyone has the opportunity to be immersed in both languages and cultures. It is important for events like weddings and quinceneras.

People try to do both without doing it justice. I like to share a playlist with my prospective clients to see what kind of Spanish music I would play. I also share my English mixes I posted online so they can feel the energy and mixing style.

A lot of events that I do it seems like the Latin music is what drives people to dance. A good dj feeds the crowd what they want. I did an event recently where they wanted some English and some Spanish. I like to over prepare and I had a lot of Spanish songs in my playlist just in case. It seemed like people really wanted the Spanish music and we went hard with it and they even requested another hour.

Playing cumbias, merengues, reggaeton, and bachata music is a cheat code since they make people want to dance but its also good to have English classics in the back pocket in case the vibe wants to go there.

Bilingual djs should know their limitations and not bite off more than they can chew for the sake of the client and transparent communication is vital for the success of the event. Call Black and White Affair Djs for your Latin Bilingual Spanish dance party.

Corporate Holiday Party at the Sheraton at Universal City (Los Angeles Dj serving Burbank, Glendale and Pasadena)

  We got a call a few weeks ago to do a company party. They wanted me to provide a song list and I shared one and they were good with it. On the list was a mix of all the genres and I was asked to have some Christmas songs. Also they wanted some Spanish music so that would not be a problem.

 I got there two hours early and it was plenty of time to unload the car then you have to park the car like a 5 min walk garage. I did get my ticket validated but it did not work so had to pay 39 dollars. La living! Never experienced that in the Bay.

 They had pro piano player getting down on the chords while they were having cocktails. While I waiting for the grand entrance I had Celebration ready to start up. We went straight party music for the start to set the mood. To help with the celebration we had Chris Kringle taking pictures with the guests. One of the best scenes of the night was santa getting down and luckily Mrs. Clause was not watching!

 How funny you can prep for a night but you need to go another direction. I prepped to play maybe 15 spanish songs but ended going for 90 percent of all the songs. Cumbias was what hit the hardest then salsa was second. At 11, I ended it a few minutes after the cut off time but the boss man told me to go an extra hour.

Cumbia Spanish Party in Morgan Hill (Bay Area Dj serving San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Milpitas, and Hollister)

I was fortunate enough to do a party in the Bay Area recently and it was a good celebration. They just wanted party music. I was told just get Cumbia music and some old school. So I did set up the music but realized so what do they are going to listen to when they are eating. I was scheduled to play for five hours. Usually the first hour or so they will be eating then it is the dancing. I was told the party will be going on before hand and they will be eating before I start. This is my kind of party! More time for some dancing.  They had a speaker connected to a phone and they were playing like slow songs for dinner. I can tell it was not music the party planner selected but it was something the venue put together. And I was right since the phone belonged to someone at the venue. They were going to have a performance at 430 so I was asked to be already set up by that time so I would not be a distraction. I said no problem. I got there around 4 and I was set up by 417. It was an easy set up. The performers asked if I can connect to their phone. It was 430 and I wasn’t supposed to start till 5 but I happily obliged and connected the phone and made the microphone available. They had a Hawaiian performance and they had dancers from all ages get down. They had a few drummers but it was very lively.

  From 5 to 10 we went straight cumbia. We probably did 80 percent cumbia for 5 hours and did some ranchera music. We did a little old school but it was Spanish that got everyone on the dance floor.

 Finding the Perfect Spanish DJ in the Bay Area (Bay Area Dj serving San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Mountain View, Milpitas and Livermore)

Searching for a Spanish DJ in the Bay Area can be overwhelming. With so many options, it’s hard to find the one that fits your needs and creates the perfect atmosphere for your event. Follow these steps and you’ll be sure to have an amazing time!

 

Do Your Research

Research is always key when searching for something specific. Start by asking friends or family who they would recommend, as word of mouth recommendations are usually reliable. You can also check out online reviews to ensure that you get a good feeling about any potential DJs you may want to hire. Make sure to read up on their background, past experiences, and any additional services they may offer such as music selection or equipment rental. This will help narrow down your search until you find a DJ that meets all of your requirements.

 

Request Samples

Once you’ve narrowed down your choices, it’s time to request samples from each potential DJ. This way you can start to get an idea of what kind of music they play and how well they mix songs together. Look for someone who not only offers a variety of different styles but also knows how to match them together seamlessly. Additionally, look for someone who is willing to take requests from guests at the event if necessary. 

 

Interview Potential DJs                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

After listening through some samples and finding one or two DJs you like, it’s time for interviews! Take this opportunity to ask questions about their experience and what kind of services they provide before making a decision regarding which DJ is right for your event. It is important to ensure that all expectations are met prior to hiring someone as no one wants any surprises during their special day! It also doesn't hurt to discuss pricing at this point too!

 

By following these tips, finding the perfect Spanish DJ in the Bay Area will be easy! With research and careful consideration, you can guarantee that your event will be successful and enjoyable for everyone involved! Keep in mind that even after booking a DJ, communication throughout the entire process is essential in order to ensure everything goes smoothly come party night! So don't forget that communication is key when choosing a Spanish DJ in the Bay Area! Good luck with finding yours! Make it easy for yourself and call Black and White Affair to do the heavy lifting for you! www.bwadj.com