iPod Reception - how to pace music?

persphone

For those who have experience with these things, what do you recommend for pacing the music when doing it one's self? My thought is to alternate 3-4 fast with 2-3 slow. Any thoughts?

AmoroAgain

When I made our list, I just kept finding songs that remained upbeat, but not "get out of your seat and DANCE" cause we just didn't have the space for it.  I didn't bother with trying to set them up in any particular pattern because it would have been a PITA.  So, I just hit random and let it go to town.  No one noticed.

AmoroAgain

You can check in my bio for my music list if you need ideas.

fishieballerina

I had the same question.
Also, how many slow songs should I have (excluding first dance/Father Daught/Mother Son)?

hopeless_romantic_luv

Jennifer Ashford and her business partner of Altar Ego.  They are both great...and well organized!

persphone

We will set up the order in advance, creating a playlist with CDs for backup. My FI is a musician so we have the equipment needed.

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_reception-ideas_ipod-reception-pace-music?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding BoardsForum:5Discussion:1b93595b-3ee9-4ab0-919a-e9ff94cd9aebPost:4163fb03-c376-4439-abf3-a6ffa1c39ff8">Re: iPod Reception - how to pace music?</a>:
[QUOTE]Just out of curiousity, will you know the order of what is playing for first dances and such?  Would it be easier to hire someone in college or something instead?  Are you renting speakers & equipment?
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persphone

I am still very interested in ideas for pacing. I want people up on the floor and do not want to lose anyone's interest. Some prefer slow, some fast and some like both. Any ideas on what keeps the party going?

persphone

Thank you, that is helpful.