We are so happy we went with Derek/Driftwood Music to DJ at our August 2023 wedding! Derek was lovely to work with from the beginning to end - he walked us through everything and really helped us figure out what we wanted to incorporate in our timeline. He provided us with a questionnaire and lots of reference songs to choose from which was extremely helpful. The night of the wedding, guests and I could not leave the dance floor, every song was a banger! He completely understood the assignment of playing "millennial nostalgia" music. Derek is far from your generic wedding DJ and I would highly recommend driftwood music services to everyone!
Andrea & Graham
Derek was an amazing DJ for our August 2023 wedding! we had a few things moving between inside and outside and he was very accommodating with that. The music choices through the night were great and the dance floor lights added an extra nice touch to our evening. 10/10 would recommend!
Jenny & Jeff
Derek was a fantastic DJ for our wedding on Sept 25, 2022. I never knew how many songs you could pick for all the special moments during the wedding day , but he made the process super easy with questionnaire's and recommendations. We had a fantastic time!! I heard there was not a dry eye during my walk down the aisle. We had an excellent time on the dance-floor, and he coordinated all the transitions between songs super well. Thanks so much!
Margo & Nabeel
Derek / Driftwood Music DJ'ed our wedding on October 6th and he did a FANTASTIC job. My best friend had used him at their wedding and the dance-floor was packed the entire time, so I knew we were making a great choice when we decided to use him for our own wedding. The music selection was great during the dinner and during the reception the dance-floor never stopped - a great time and great DJ overall!
Kathryn & Chris
I can't say enough about Derek & Driftwood. My husband & I were beyond happy with Derek. What a fabulous job he did incorporating guests' requested songs and keeping people on the dance floor all night! We were also incredibly grateful that he MC'd the wedding. Which was amazing because then we didn't need to ask a friend or family member to take on that pressure and responsibility, so all our guests could just enjoy the party. There are two items that I think are most important for a wedding: 1 is the photographer, to remember the wedding with pictures for years to come and 2 is the Music which leads the charge on the mood/vibe of the event. The experience with Driftwood has been exceptional. I would highly recommend Derek. He is top notch!
Natalie & Blake
Derek was so great to work with - very responsive in the planning process and easy going to ensure things work out how you hope. He is great at addressing the crowd and keeping things on time as well as keeping the dance floor bumping!! We would definitely recommend him!
Nicole & Greg
Derek was the DJ for our wedding and we could not have asked for a better experience. He kept people up on the dance floor with hits that everyone could dance to, young and old. He mixed in just the right amount of slow songs in just the right places. He was able to deal with some last minute adjustments that were beyond anyone's control. And on top of all of that, he was professional, organized, courteous, and provided us all the info we needed to nail every single aspect of our wedding. 11/10. If you need a DJ for your wedding, go with Derek at Driftwood, and you will NOT be disappointed.
Meagan & Curtis
Derek did a great job DJ'ing our wedding! The dance floor was bumping all evening. We would definitely recommend Driftwood Music. Their services are very reasonably priced and we loved working with Derek.
Alina & Wilfred
Derek was absolutely amazing to work with! He was so professional, communication was clear and fast. We had so much fun, I loved the variety of music. Our guests had a great time. Highly recommend.
Tarynn & Jake
We loved Derek for our wedding! He was so professional and so fun. Easy to speak to and the guests had an amazing time. We were told our wedding was one of the best people had ever been to (whether it was lies or not it was nice to hear) and Derek was a huge part of that! There was one mess up with ceremony processional music where the wedding coordinator made a mistake and had my wedding party start walking even though the music hadn’t been switched for proper timing. Derek easily faded out the other song and into what I had intended. He did great and I cannot recommend him enough!
Heidi
Derek was the DJ for our wedding at the Chateau Laurier on 6/11/2022. He was absolutely phenomenal. Our wedding was delayed due to COVID, and rescheduling and confirming was extremely easy. When it came time for planning, Derek was on point with communication, ensuring key songs were played properly, and getting a feel for myself and my wife to ensure the night would be perfect. We knew our crowd was into EDM music, which Derek had less experience with. That being said, he absolutely knocked it out of the park working with our guests, and keeping the party going all night. He was easy to work with, and honesty made our wedding the night of our dreams. I’d recommend Derek to anyone having a special event!
Andrew
Derek was a great DJ! I had no idea what I was doing for my wedding music and my little bits of ideas were turned into something great because of him! His timing is great and smooth between songs. Very easy to get ahold of. Fun energy! Definitely recommend!!
Megan & Zack
Derek from Driftwood Music was an exceptional DJ for our wedding! We couldn’t have been happier with the service he provided.
Derek was punctual, professional and played the style of music we requested. Although our venue didn’t allow dancing, he kept our guests entertained and grooving to the background music. Derek helped us come up with a plan B, which included trivia and shoe game. My husband MC’d the trivia game with the help of Derek lining up clips of music/tv theme songs during the “Name that Tune” section. And Derek graciously MC’d the announcements and shoe game. All in all, Derek is friendly, personable, easy to work with and professional. We wouldn’t hesitate to hire Driftwood Music again! Thanks again Derek!
Samantha & Foster
Driftwood Music is an absolutely phenomenal DJ service. We worked with Derek to rebook our wedding 3 times during COVID, and when we were finally able to celebrate this past weekend, he did a spectacular job and was extremely professional throughout the entire process from booking our date to dancing into the night. For the first event for many attending since March of 2020, he ensured that we were able to have some fun while all restrictions were in place for the health and safety of everyone present. We cannot thank Derek enough for everything that he did for us. We would strongly recommend Driftwood Music to all of our family and friends and hope that we will be able to use his services again in the future.
Brianna & Yves
This post is long overdue! My husband and I want to thank Derek (Driftwood Music) for providing such exceptional music service at our backyard wedding last fall. Derek was professional, kind and patient throughout the planning process. We appreciated his excellent communication and responsiveness via email as we navigated all the (many) changes associated with our pandemic wedding. Although we did not get to dance the night away as initially planned, we were so grateful to have Derek set the tone for our magical day (including pre-ceremony, ceremony, reception, and first dance music). We had very unique/specific music requests, and Derek's enthusiasm and attention to detail really shone through. Thank you for your role in helping make our day so memorable!!
Erin & Travis
Derek was an awesome addition to our wedding day. He was professional, and punctual, and did a great job playing a big variety of music genres to keep the guests dancing. Would definitely recommend!!
Britt & Mel
I have zero hesitation recommending Derek for any event. He was the DJ for our wedding and he managed to create a playlist that worked for all of our multi-generational guests. We seriously got so many compliments on the music. Derek was polite, friendly, and communicative, but also did not ask too much of us which was very appreciated with everything else that needs doing around the wedding. And beyond the great musical taste, he was polite, professional, and punctual. He is a gem!
Beth & Ian
We love you Derek!!! The dance floor at our wedding was always busy, whether it was only us two or the entire crowd, you made sure we burned out the cake calories, and you made it in the most professional way possible. You were entirely prepared from the first consultation, I’d say you were the only provider that knew exactly what to ask and prepared accordingly, you made sure that even our goofy requests happened and in general turned our night into a magic one. Thank you!
Yoli & Mac
Derek did a wonderful job at our wedding! He was very accommodating and took many requests from our guests. He had everyone dancing all night!
Isabelle & Evan
Derek was an absolute consummate professional and brought his A game to our wedding! He met with us well before to determine our style and needs, contacted us prior to the big day to ensure we were still on the same page and was always communicative, flexible and best of all, fabulous! Thanks Derek and Driftwood Music!!
Katherine & Michel
Derek did an amazing job as DJ at my wedding in June! He had everyone up and dancing and made for an enjoyable evening! Very easy to communicate with and sent a list of popular songs for first dance, bouquet toss etc, which was very nice. Thank you so much!
Stella & Dean
Driftwood Music did an incredible job at my wedding! The dance floor was never empty and people are still telling us how much fun they had! We had a very large wedding and Derek was able to play a little something for everyone. I highly recommend Driftwood Music!
Ainsley & Kyle
Derek & Tara are so lovely, and our dance floor was full all night long. Everyone from my dad and my uncles to my friends and younger cousins said that they had an amazing time dancing, and agreed that Derek was one of the best DJs ever. He’s chill and informative and is NOT a cheesy gameshow host.
Also, for other LGBT+ couples and allies out there, Derek’s questionnaires & forms are the most inclusive we saw in the entire wedding planning process. It’s a little thing, but really stuck out as being warm and welcoming. I highly recommend Driftwood Music!!
Caleigh & Alex
Derek Dj’d our wedding in September and we could not have been happier! My husband and I are so glad we stumbled across Derek and Tara at the Ottawa Wedding show. In all the chaos of the show, Derek and Tara were a calming and welcoming presence – something that carried over into our work with Derek leading up to the wedding. He was so easy to work with, quick to return emails, provided great input and assistance, as well as microphones for the speeches, lights for the dance floor and, of course, incredible music!!! He listened to all of our song requests and ideas. He was a pleasure to work with and very accommodating! I would highly recommend going with Driftwood Music for your big day! Thank you Derek!
Aileen & Simon
Get Derek to DJ your wedding! He provided the soundtrack for our wedding last weekend, and he was amazing. He was responsive (not a given for wedding vendors), flexible, patient and friendly in the weeks leading up to the wedding. He executed our ceremony song list perfectly, despite a last-minute decision to move it outside when the weather cleared, and our unique song selections. Later in the evening, he kept our eclectic party crowd (a mix of Caribbean/South American family, Canadian family, Scottish rugby players and lawyers) dancing all night! Thank you Derek!
Megan & Adam
Derek did our wedding on Thanksgiving weekend and was fantastic! He was there very early to get set up and played while guests were arriving, during the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and reception. He was super easy to communicate with and was very professional. Most importantly he kept us on the dance floor all night long and everyone had so much fun. Thanks Derek!
Kaylin & Nick
Derek was the DJ for our wedding in August. Everyone was so impressed with his music selection. We provided a few songs we liked and he filled in the rest perfectly. He helped us to have the atmosphere we were hoping for. We cannot recommend Derek highly enough!
Trevor & Yoshimi
Derek did a wonderful job as DJ for my ceremony and reception this past weekend in Rockport. The instrumental music during the ceremony was lovely and he timed our intro songs perfectly into the reception. Guests were complimenting all the song choices throughout the night!
Ashley & Chris
Derek was always available to answer questions and assist with anything we needed. He met with us twice and made sure we had everything we needed set out and ready for the big day. His input and assistance was so helpful in planning out all the little details for the music on our big day. Derek played all our requests and managed to keep people having a great time on the dance floor to the bitter end. We got tons of compliments on our DJ choice and we are super happy we went with Driftwood.
Meggan & Damien
Derek was our DJ for our wedding last night and was amazing. He played all the songs that were on our “must have” list, and was very interactive with our guests. He was organized and ready to go on time, and made me feel very happy about the whole experience. Highly recommend Derek!
Jessica & Katelyn
Derek was absolutely awesome. He did our wedding last weekend. He came and played for the wedding ceremony and then did our reception at another location. He was so organized and played music according to the vibe. He was very easy to work with and didn't bat an eye when we asked him to stay an extra hour as we weren't done dancing. Would totally recommend him for any event you have coming up.
Casey & Shaun
Driftwood Music was the perfect choice for our wedding. Derek was so well organized and accommodating leading up to the wedding, and on the actual day the music was absolutely perfect. Thoroughly glad we chose Driftwood!!!
Corena & Scott
Derek is absolutely awesome! He kept out party going all night! He's amazing to work with. Absolutely book with Driftwood Music; fair pricing, and will make any event a blast!
Krystin & Spencer
Read the crowd and took every request!! Had everyone dancing till the wee hours of our wedding night!! Best DJ around!! Highly recommend Derek if you want a good party vibe!!
Katie & Mark
Derek was the DJ for our July wedding in Napanee and we couldn't have been happier! He was quick to return my emails leading up to the wedding, provided microphones and lights for the dance floor, and the music was incredible. He read the crowd well and kept the party going! Everyone should 100% book him -- if not, you're missing out!!
Lisa & Kevin
Derek was an amazing DJ for our wedding, we couldn't have asked for anything more perfect. He had a very good pulse on our taste in music and seemed to read the crowd very well. He was very agreeable and adapted well to the last minute changes that are inevitable for a wedding, and was able to coordinate seamlessly with our other vendors. On a more personal level, his character meshed very well with ours and we recognized his genuine interest in our wedding. He seemed like 'one of the guys'. Thank you so much Derek for being a part of the best day of our lives.
Natasha & Geoff
Driftwood Music was our DJ for our wedding. Working with Derek was a stress-free process! He was open to communicating about the fine details, no matter how long that took. He was great navigating the crowd and working in our suggestions for how we wanted our evening to be. I would definitely recommend Driftwood Music!
Alex & Matt
If you're looking for a DJ for your wedding - look no further!!! Derek was absolutely amazing at our wedding September 23, 2017. His music selection was so fantastic - our dance floor was packed all night! He provided dance floor lighting, microphones for speeches and even took guest's music requests. He was an absolute pleasure to work with and is very accommodating. Thanks again Derek!
Casidhe & Brendan
Derek was our DJ for our Sept wedding at Temples. He had a great selection of music. He worked well with the MC to keep the night running smoothly. Leading up to the wedding he answered many emails and phone calls to keep my pre-wedding jitters at bay. He had a tough crowd to get on the dance floor but managed to do it! I would recommend him to any other couple looking for a DJ.
Angela & Jeff
Thank you so much for your work on our wedding this month. We appreciated your flexibility, accommodation and playing all of the guest's requests along with our list. On the night, we had a few hard to find song requests (like the Soca music) and you were able to find and play them. You had everyone dancing and we had a few people mention they could not remember a wedding where people danced so much. Thank you and best wishes with your business and future endeavours!
Larissa & Chris
The music at our wedding played a huge role in how much our friends and family enjoyed themselves. You read the room so well that everyone had an amazing time! We will definitely recommend you to any of our friends who need a DJ for their wedding.
Sarah & Peter
Excellent music selection, very easy to work with, and was very fast to respond to any questions we had. Everyone at the wedding had a great time on the dance floor! Derek is very accommodating and made this phase of planning so easy. Thank you again Derek!
Laura & Rob
Derek was the DJ for our Wedding in Perth on June 10, 2017. We couldn't be happier with his music selection, his attention to our suggestions and slipping in guest requests. The dance floor was hopping all night! We had two pre-wedding meetings and the planning was easy and Derek was bang on with his experience and suggestions. We will certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ.
Caroline & Robert
Derek was amazing to work with and hosted a fantastic evening. He had everyone up and dancing all night long. Very professional and very talented. Can't say enough about this DJ service!
Victoria & James
As I learned over the past year, weddings can be very stressful but one thing I never worried about was the music, and that was down to Derek's friendly, professional and reassuring approach in all of the months leading up to it!
Derek made sure that all of our requests (some very obscure on my part!) became reality and was always easy to get in touch with in the months leading up to the wedding whenever I had a question. On the day he sorted out the microphone/PA system for the ceremony and speeches before getting our guests up and dancing for the ENTIRE reception. Honestly - I've been to weddings where guests were sat around and there was no one on the dance floor. Ours was the opposite! There were still people dancing well after last call at the bar (and even after we left at the end of the night!). The music was perfect throughout and guests were able to make requests, which they loved.
My friends are still talking about how good the music was, and I've had some ask for Derek's details so that they can book him for their upcoming weddings.
Thank you so much Derek and Driftwood Music! Our day was perfect and you played a big part in making it so!!!
Kristen & Gareth
Derek and Tara were great to deal with leading up to our wedding and they were very accommodating. I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you for being an important part of our day, and for being so flexible and accommodating!
Amy Lee & Mike
Derek was absolutely amazing! He was so patient and helpful during the lead up to our wedding and so incredible on the day itself. Everything ran so smoothly! Our dinner and cocktail hour had the perfect ambiance. Our dance floor was full until they shut us down. I received so many comments on how excellent the music was! Driftwood Music was one of the best wedding decisions we made! Thank you Derek!
Emma & Max
Derek DJ'd our wedding on August 20th, and was fantastic! Family and friends were up dancing the entire evening, and we still have people telling us how much they enjoyed the variety of tunes throughout the event. An added bonus is that he is just the sweetest! We highly recommend his services. Thanks for everything Derek!
Anna & Charles
Derek provides an excellent service with Driftwood Music. He is friendly, easy-going, and was extremely attentive to emails and song selections in the lead-up months to our wedding. On our wedding day he was professional, easy to work with, and best of all, the music was great all evening! Our guests packed the dance floor until the end of the night and we have so many great memories of dancing the night away. Thanks Derek!
Stephanie & Johannes
Rachel and I just wanted to say what a great time we had last weekend and we are so grateful to you for keeping the party hopping all night. From talking to those who were there, it seems everyone had a wonderful time and we heard many great compliments about the music selection. We are very happy you were able to help us celebrate and will certainly recommend you to anyone who asks! Thank you very much for everything!
Jamie & Rachel
Thank you for a great night! The music and lights were amazing and kept everyone dancing all night! Very professional, helpful and reasonably priced.
Megan & Jeff
Derek and his crew are amazing! Not only did his DJ services blow us out of the park with a night full of wonderful dancing and fun but he is an extremely kind and easy going person. Weddings can be very stressful but Derek makes everything easy and fun. Would highly recommend him and his services to anyone. Thank you Driftwood!
Stephanie & Doug
Driftwood exceeded our expectations. The dance floor was full until the very end! The extra lighting was a really great touch as well. Derek has an amazing ability to read a crowd and field requests from so many differing tastes. Highly, highly recommended. Derek is a great guy too!
Carley & Andrew
Derek was a fantastic DJ for our wedding reception! He was very professional and friendly throughout both the planning and the event. He was also very flexible with changing plans and last minute additions. We really enjoyed the music, and we received many compliments from our guests as well. Everyone had a great time! Derek did a great job tailoring the music to our style while also reading the crowd to see what they were enjoying, and kept the party going long after we left the reception! We are extremely grateful to Derek for helping to make our wedding day so fun!
Alanna & Shawn
Driftwood Music did a fantastic job at my wedding. Derek was there when we needed him, and delivered everything that I was looking for in a fair and professional way. He kept all generations of guests out on the dance floor until the night was over. Thanks!
Ryan & Erica
What a fabulous day, definitely the best of our lives and you were a big part of that. Your services were flawless, you had all of the music that I and others requested, and you played a great mix as evidenced by the full dance floor all night long. I never sat down after the first dance and spent most of the evening on the dance floor. I also really appreciated your input in helping create the schedule of events and choosing the right music for the special dances. Everyone had a great time and I received lots of compliments about what a great DJ you are. I would highly recommend you to any potential customers.
Jo Ellen
I would love to recommend Driftwood Music to anyone needing a professional, courteous and fun DJ for their wedding. Driftwood is by far the best DJ I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. I have been to several weddings/events in this area and the music selection and experience has always been alright, to say the least. When it came time to plan my own wedding, I thought of Driftwood immediately.
I was in a unique position because though I live in Lanark County, I grew up in the city. Meaning I grew up with a varied selection of genres. From old school soul and hip hop to modern day alternative rock, I knew what I liked and what I didn’t. My husband Rob is a country guy through and through. He was raised on old country and classic rock. I was a little worried on how we could balance our taste and also provide a great time for those attending our special day.
Driftwood Music was the answer to all of my musical prayers. Derek met with us beforehand to get to know us and our tastes. It was a very pleasant experience as we both felt heard and he assuaged any concerns we had. On the big day, he was very prompt, a great thing for a worrier like me, and set up his intricate equipment.
He played for the crowd the whole evening. He kept the energy up; played an amazing mix of songs we both liked, and kept the crowd on their feet! He even took requests from our guests. He really was the life of the party. That’s what we wanted and that’s exactly what he produced. I also know that if we had wanted a more background DJ, he would have easily done this as well. He tailored his performance to what we needed.
I sincerely cannot recommend Driftwood enough to anyone needing a professional, courteous, talented and just plain outstanding DJ."
Marie
The folks at Driftwood LISTENED to what we wanted and then provided us with exactly what we asked for with enthusiasm and professionalism....the dance floor was full of energy all night. Driftwood offers a perfect balance of organization and fun, with a no-nonsense approach that is a delight to work with.
Cathy and Barry
Andrea & Graham
Derek was an amazing DJ for our August 2023 wedding! we had a few things moving between inside and outside and he was very accommodating with that. The music choices through the night were great and the dance floor lights added an extra nice touch to our evening. 10/10 would recommend!
Jenny & Jeff
Derek was a fantastic DJ for our wedding on Sept 25, 2022. I never knew how many songs you could pick for all the special moments during the wedding day , but he made the process super easy with questionnaire's and recommendations. We had a fantastic time!! I heard there was not a dry eye during my walk down the aisle. We had an excellent time on the dance-floor, and he coordinated all the transitions between songs super well. Thanks so much!
Margo & Nabeel
Derek / Driftwood Music DJ'ed our wedding on October 6th and he did a FANTASTIC job. My best friend had used him at their wedding and the dance-floor was packed the entire time, so I knew we were making a great choice when we decided to use him for our own wedding. The music selection was great during the dinner and during the reception the dance-floor never stopped - a great time and great DJ overall!
Kathryn & Chris
I can't say enough about Derek & Driftwood. My husband & I were beyond happy with Derek. What a fabulous job he did incorporating guests' requested songs and keeping people on the dance floor all night! We were also incredibly grateful that he MC'd the wedding. Which was amazing because then we didn't need to ask a friend or family member to take on that pressure and responsibility, so all our guests could just enjoy the party. There are two items that I think are most important for a wedding: 1 is the photographer, to remember the wedding with pictures for years to come and 2 is the Music which leads the charge on the mood/vibe of the event. The experience with Driftwood has been exceptional. I would highly recommend Derek. He is top notch!
Natalie & Blake
Derek was so great to work with - very responsive in the planning process and easy going to ensure things work out how you hope. He is great at addressing the crowd and keeping things on time as well as keeping the dance floor bumping!! We would definitely recommend him!
Nicole & Greg
Derek was the DJ for our wedding and we could not have asked for a better experience. He kept people up on the dance floor with hits that everyone could dance to, young and old. He mixed in just the right amount of slow songs in just the right places. He was able to deal with some last minute adjustments that were beyond anyone's control. And on top of all of that, he was professional, organized, courteous, and provided us all the info we needed to nail every single aspect of our wedding. 11/10. If you need a DJ for your wedding, go with Derek at Driftwood, and you will NOT be disappointed.
Meagan & Curtis
Derek did a great job DJ'ing our wedding! The dance floor was bumping all evening. We would definitely recommend Driftwood Music. Their services are very reasonably priced and we loved working with Derek.
Alina & Wilfred
Derek was absolutely amazing to work with! He was so professional, communication was clear and fast. We had so much fun, I loved the variety of music. Our guests had a great time. Highly recommend.
Tarynn & Jake
We loved Derek for our wedding! He was so professional and so fun. Easy to speak to and the guests had an amazing time. We were told our wedding was one of the best people had ever been to (whether it was lies or not it was nice to hear) and Derek was a huge part of that! There was one mess up with ceremony processional music where the wedding coordinator made a mistake and had my wedding party start walking even though the music hadn’t been switched for proper timing. Derek easily faded out the other song and into what I had intended. He did great and I cannot recommend him enough!
Heidi
Derek was the DJ for our wedding at the Chateau Laurier on 6/11/2022. He was absolutely phenomenal. Our wedding was delayed due to COVID, and rescheduling and confirming was extremely easy. When it came time for planning, Derek was on point with communication, ensuring key songs were played properly, and getting a feel for myself and my wife to ensure the night would be perfect. We knew our crowd was into EDM music, which Derek had less experience with. That being said, he absolutely knocked it out of the park working with our guests, and keeping the party going all night. He was easy to work with, and honesty made our wedding the night of our dreams. I’d recommend Derek to anyone having a special event!
Andrew
Derek was a great DJ! I had no idea what I was doing for my wedding music and my little bits of ideas were turned into something great because of him! His timing is great and smooth between songs. Very easy to get ahold of. Fun energy! Definitely recommend!!
Megan & Zack
Derek from Driftwood Music was an exceptional DJ for our wedding! We couldn’t have been happier with the service he provided.
Derek was punctual, professional and played the style of music we requested. Although our venue didn’t allow dancing, he kept our guests entertained and grooving to the background music. Derek helped us come up with a plan B, which included trivia and shoe game. My husband MC’d the trivia game with the help of Derek lining up clips of music/tv theme songs during the “Name that Tune” section. And Derek graciously MC’d the announcements and shoe game. All in all, Derek is friendly, personable, easy to work with and professional. We wouldn’t hesitate to hire Driftwood Music again! Thanks again Derek!
Samantha & Foster
Driftwood Music is an absolutely phenomenal DJ service. We worked with Derek to rebook our wedding 3 times during COVID, and when we were finally able to celebrate this past weekend, he did a spectacular job and was extremely professional throughout the entire process from booking our date to dancing into the night. For the first event for many attending since March of 2020, he ensured that we were able to have some fun while all restrictions were in place for the health and safety of everyone present. We cannot thank Derek enough for everything that he did for us. We would strongly recommend Driftwood Music to all of our family and friends and hope that we will be able to use his services again in the future.
Brianna & Yves
This post is long overdue! My husband and I want to thank Derek (Driftwood Music) for providing such exceptional music service at our backyard wedding last fall. Derek was professional, kind and patient throughout the planning process. We appreciated his excellent communication and responsiveness via email as we navigated all the (many) changes associated with our pandemic wedding. Although we did not get to dance the night away as initially planned, we were so grateful to have Derek set the tone for our magical day (including pre-ceremony, ceremony, reception, and first dance music). We had very unique/specific music requests, and Derek's enthusiasm and attention to detail really shone through. Thank you for your role in helping make our day so memorable!!
Erin & Travis
Derek was an awesome addition to our wedding day. He was professional, and punctual, and did a great job playing a big variety of music genres to keep the guests dancing. Would definitely recommend!!
Britt & Mel
I have zero hesitation recommending Derek for any event. He was the DJ for our wedding and he managed to create a playlist that worked for all of our multi-generational guests. We seriously got so many compliments on the music. Derek was polite, friendly, and communicative, but also did not ask too much of us which was very appreciated with everything else that needs doing around the wedding. And beyond the great musical taste, he was polite, professional, and punctual. He is a gem!
Beth & Ian
We love you Derek!!! The dance floor at our wedding was always busy, whether it was only us two or the entire crowd, you made sure we burned out the cake calories, and you made it in the most professional way possible. You were entirely prepared from the first consultation, I’d say you were the only provider that knew exactly what to ask and prepared accordingly, you made sure that even our goofy requests happened and in general turned our night into a magic one. Thank you!
Yoli & Mac
Derek did a wonderful job at our wedding! He was very accommodating and took many requests from our guests. He had everyone dancing all night!
Isabelle & Evan
Derek was an absolute consummate professional and brought his A game to our wedding! He met with us well before to determine our style and needs, contacted us prior to the big day to ensure we were still on the same page and was always communicative, flexible and best of all, fabulous! Thanks Derek and Driftwood Music!!
Katherine & Michel
Derek did an amazing job as DJ at my wedding in June! He had everyone up and dancing and made for an enjoyable evening! Very easy to communicate with and sent a list of popular songs for first dance, bouquet toss etc, which was very nice. Thank you so much!
Stella & Dean
Driftwood Music did an incredible job at my wedding! The dance floor was never empty and people are still telling us how much fun they had! We had a very large wedding and Derek was able to play a little something for everyone. I highly recommend Driftwood Music!
Ainsley & Kyle
Derek & Tara are so lovely, and our dance floor was full all night long. Everyone from my dad and my uncles to my friends and younger cousins said that they had an amazing time dancing, and agreed that Derek was one of the best DJs ever. He’s chill and informative and is NOT a cheesy gameshow host.
Also, for other LGBT+ couples and allies out there, Derek’s questionnaires & forms are the most inclusive we saw in the entire wedding planning process. It’s a little thing, but really stuck out as being warm and welcoming. I highly recommend Driftwood Music!!
Caleigh & Alex
Derek Dj’d our wedding in September and we could not have been happier! My husband and I are so glad we stumbled across Derek and Tara at the Ottawa Wedding show. In all the chaos of the show, Derek and Tara were a calming and welcoming presence – something that carried over into our work with Derek leading up to the wedding. He was so easy to work with, quick to return emails, provided great input and assistance, as well as microphones for the speeches, lights for the dance floor and, of course, incredible music!!! He listened to all of our song requests and ideas. He was a pleasure to work with and very accommodating! I would highly recommend going with Driftwood Music for your big day! Thank you Derek!
Aileen & Simon
Get Derek to DJ your wedding! He provided the soundtrack for our wedding last weekend, and he was amazing. He was responsive (not a given for wedding vendors), flexible, patient and friendly in the weeks leading up to the wedding. He executed our ceremony song list perfectly, despite a last-minute decision to move it outside when the weather cleared, and our unique song selections. Later in the evening, he kept our eclectic party crowd (a mix of Caribbean/South American family, Canadian family, Scottish rugby players and lawyers) dancing all night! Thank you Derek!
Megan & Adam
Derek did our wedding on Thanksgiving weekend and was fantastic! He was there very early to get set up and played while guests were arriving, during the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and reception. He was super easy to communicate with and was very professional. Most importantly he kept us on the dance floor all night long and everyone had so much fun. Thanks Derek!
Kaylin & Nick
Derek was the DJ for our wedding in August. Everyone was so impressed with his music selection. We provided a few songs we liked and he filled in the rest perfectly. He helped us to have the atmosphere we were hoping for. We cannot recommend Derek highly enough!
Trevor & Yoshimi
Derek did a wonderful job as DJ for my ceremony and reception this past weekend in Rockport. The instrumental music during the ceremony was lovely and he timed our intro songs perfectly into the reception. Guests were complimenting all the song choices throughout the night!
Ashley & Chris
Derek was always available to answer questions and assist with anything we needed. He met with us twice and made sure we had everything we needed set out and ready for the big day. His input and assistance was so helpful in planning out all the little details for the music on our big day. Derek played all our requests and managed to keep people having a great time on the dance floor to the bitter end. We got tons of compliments on our DJ choice and we are super happy we went with Driftwood.
Meggan & Damien
Derek was our DJ for our wedding last night and was amazing. He played all the songs that were on our “must have” list, and was very interactive with our guests. He was organized and ready to go on time, and made me feel very happy about the whole experience. Highly recommend Derek!
Jessica & Katelyn
Derek was absolutely awesome. He did our wedding last weekend. He came and played for the wedding ceremony and then did our reception at another location. He was so organized and played music according to the vibe. He was very easy to work with and didn't bat an eye when we asked him to stay an extra hour as we weren't done dancing. Would totally recommend him for any event you have coming up.
Casey & Shaun
Driftwood Music was the perfect choice for our wedding. Derek was so well organized and accommodating leading up to the wedding, and on the actual day the music was absolutely perfect. Thoroughly glad we chose Driftwood!!!
Corena & Scott
Derek is absolutely awesome! He kept out party going all night! He's amazing to work with. Absolutely book with Driftwood Music; fair pricing, and will make any event a blast!
Krystin & Spencer
Read the crowd and took every request!! Had everyone dancing till the wee hours of our wedding night!! Best DJ around!! Highly recommend Derek if you want a good party vibe!!
Katie & Mark
Derek was the DJ for our July wedding in Napanee and we couldn't have been happier! He was quick to return my emails leading up to the wedding, provided microphones and lights for the dance floor, and the music was incredible. He read the crowd well and kept the party going! Everyone should 100% book him -- if not, you're missing out!!
Lisa & Kevin
Derek was an amazing DJ for our wedding, we couldn't have asked for anything more perfect. He had a very good pulse on our taste in music and seemed to read the crowd very well. He was very agreeable and adapted well to the last minute changes that are inevitable for a wedding, and was able to coordinate seamlessly with our other vendors. On a more personal level, his character meshed very well with ours and we recognized his genuine interest in our wedding. He seemed like 'one of the guys'. Thank you so much Derek for being a part of the best day of our lives.
Natasha & Geoff
Driftwood Music was our DJ for our wedding. Working with Derek was a stress-free process! He was open to communicating about the fine details, no matter how long that took. He was great navigating the crowd and working in our suggestions for how we wanted our evening to be. I would definitely recommend Driftwood Music!
Alex & Matt
If you're looking for a DJ for your wedding - look no further!!! Derek was absolutely amazing at our wedding September 23, 2017. His music selection was so fantastic - our dance floor was packed all night! He provided dance floor lighting, microphones for speeches and even took guest's music requests. He was an absolute pleasure to work with and is very accommodating. Thanks again Derek!
Casidhe & Brendan
Derek was our DJ for our Sept wedding at Temples. He had a great selection of music. He worked well with the MC to keep the night running smoothly. Leading up to the wedding he answered many emails and phone calls to keep my pre-wedding jitters at bay. He had a tough crowd to get on the dance floor but managed to do it! I would recommend him to any other couple looking for a DJ.
Angela & Jeff
Thank you so much for your work on our wedding this month. We appreciated your flexibility, accommodation and playing all of the guest's requests along with our list. On the night, we had a few hard to find song requests (like the Soca music) and you were able to find and play them. You had everyone dancing and we had a few people mention they could not remember a wedding where people danced so much. Thank you and best wishes with your business and future endeavours!
Larissa & Chris
The music at our wedding played a huge role in how much our friends and family enjoyed themselves. You read the room so well that everyone had an amazing time! We will definitely recommend you to any of our friends who need a DJ for their wedding.
Sarah & Peter
Excellent music selection, very easy to work with, and was very fast to respond to any questions we had. Everyone at the wedding had a great time on the dance floor! Derek is very accommodating and made this phase of planning so easy. Thank you again Derek!
Laura & Rob
Derek was the DJ for our Wedding in Perth on June 10, 2017. We couldn't be happier with his music selection, his attention to our suggestions and slipping in guest requests. The dance floor was hopping all night! We had two pre-wedding meetings and the planning was easy and Derek was bang on with his experience and suggestions. We will certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ.
Caroline & Robert
Derek was amazing to work with and hosted a fantastic evening. He had everyone up and dancing all night long. Very professional and very talented. Can't say enough about this DJ service!
Victoria & James
As I learned over the past year, weddings can be very stressful but one thing I never worried about was the music, and that was down to Derek's friendly, professional and reassuring approach in all of the months leading up to it!
Derek made sure that all of our requests (some very obscure on my part!) became reality and was always easy to get in touch with in the months leading up to the wedding whenever I had a question. On the day he sorted out the microphone/PA system for the ceremony and speeches before getting our guests up and dancing for the ENTIRE reception. Honestly - I've been to weddings where guests were sat around and there was no one on the dance floor. Ours was the opposite! There were still people dancing well after last call at the bar (and even after we left at the end of the night!). The music was perfect throughout and guests were able to make requests, which they loved.
My friends are still talking about how good the music was, and I've had some ask for Derek's details so that they can book him for their upcoming weddings.
Thank you so much Derek and Driftwood Music! Our day was perfect and you played a big part in making it so!!!
Kristen & Gareth
Derek and Tara were great to deal with leading up to our wedding and they were very accommodating. I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you for being an important part of our day, and for being so flexible and accommodating!
Amy Lee & Mike
Derek was absolutely amazing! He was so patient and helpful during the lead up to our wedding and so incredible on the day itself. Everything ran so smoothly! Our dinner and cocktail hour had the perfect ambiance. Our dance floor was full until they shut us down. I received so many comments on how excellent the music was! Driftwood Music was one of the best wedding decisions we made! Thank you Derek!
Emma & Max
Derek DJ'd our wedding on August 20th, and was fantastic! Family and friends were up dancing the entire evening, and we still have people telling us how much they enjoyed the variety of tunes throughout the event. An added bonus is that he is just the sweetest! We highly recommend his services. Thanks for everything Derek!
Anna & Charles
Derek provides an excellent service with Driftwood Music. He is friendly, easy-going, and was extremely attentive to emails and song selections in the lead-up months to our wedding. On our wedding day he was professional, easy to work with, and best of all, the music was great all evening! Our guests packed the dance floor until the end of the night and we have so many great memories of dancing the night away. Thanks Derek!
Stephanie & Johannes
Rachel and I just wanted to say what a great time we had last weekend and we are so grateful to you for keeping the party hopping all night. From talking to those who were there, it seems everyone had a wonderful time and we heard many great compliments about the music selection. We are very happy you were able to help us celebrate and will certainly recommend you to anyone who asks! Thank you very much for everything!
Jamie & Rachel
Thank you for a great night! The music and lights were amazing and kept everyone dancing all night! Very professional, helpful and reasonably priced.
Megan & Jeff
Derek and his crew are amazing! Not only did his DJ services blow us out of the park with a night full of wonderful dancing and fun but he is an extremely kind and easy going person. Weddings can be very stressful but Derek makes everything easy and fun. Would highly recommend him and his services to anyone. Thank you Driftwood!
Stephanie & Doug
Driftwood exceeded our expectations. The dance floor was full until the very end! The extra lighting was a really great touch as well. Derek has an amazing ability to read a crowd and field requests from so many differing tastes. Highly, highly recommended. Derek is a great guy too!
Carley & Andrew
Derek was a fantastic DJ for our wedding reception! He was very professional and friendly throughout both the planning and the event. He was also very flexible with changing plans and last minute additions. We really enjoyed the music, and we received many compliments from our guests as well. Everyone had a great time! Derek did a great job tailoring the music to our style while also reading the crowd to see what they were enjoying, and kept the party going long after we left the reception! We are extremely grateful to Derek for helping to make our wedding day so fun!
Alanna & Shawn
Driftwood Music did a fantastic job at my wedding. Derek was there when we needed him, and delivered everything that I was looking for in a fair and professional way. He kept all generations of guests out on the dance floor until the night was over. Thanks!
Ryan & Erica
What a fabulous day, definitely the best of our lives and you were a big part of that. Your services were flawless, you had all of the music that I and others requested, and you played a great mix as evidenced by the full dance floor all night long. I never sat down after the first dance and spent most of the evening on the dance floor. I also really appreciated your input in helping create the schedule of events and choosing the right music for the special dances. Everyone had a great time and I received lots of compliments about what a great DJ you are. I would highly recommend you to any potential customers.
Jo Ellen
I would love to recommend Driftwood Music to anyone needing a professional, courteous and fun DJ for their wedding. Driftwood is by far the best DJ I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. I have been to several weddings/events in this area and the music selection and experience has always been alright, to say the least. When it came time to plan my own wedding, I thought of Driftwood immediately.
I was in a unique position because though I live in Lanark County, I grew up in the city. Meaning I grew up with a varied selection of genres. From old school soul and hip hop to modern day alternative rock, I knew what I liked and what I didn’t. My husband Rob is a country guy through and through. He was raised on old country and classic rock. I was a little worried on how we could balance our taste and also provide a great time for those attending our special day.
Driftwood Music was the answer to all of my musical prayers. Derek met with us beforehand to get to know us and our tastes. It was a very pleasant experience as we both felt heard and he assuaged any concerns we had. On the big day, he was very prompt, a great thing for a worrier like me, and set up his intricate equipment.
He played for the crowd the whole evening. He kept the energy up; played an amazing mix of songs we both liked, and kept the crowd on their feet! He even took requests from our guests. He really was the life of the party. That’s what we wanted and that’s exactly what he produced. I also know that if we had wanted a more background DJ, he would have easily done this as well. He tailored his performance to what we needed.
I sincerely cannot recommend Driftwood enough to anyone needing a professional, courteous, talented and just plain outstanding DJ."
Marie
The folks at Driftwood LISTENED to what we wanted and then provided us with exactly what we asked for with enthusiasm and professionalism....the dance floor was full of energy all night. Driftwood offers a perfect balance of organization and fun, with a no-nonsense approach that is a delight to work with.
Cathy and Barry