http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/rss/feedsThe Music Concierge is an award winning DJ and Photo Booth service based in Greater Cincinnati. High-energy DJs, Interactive MCs, Customized ServiceMon, 15 Jun 2026 02:54:51 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/how-the-bronx-brought-breaking-to-the-worldhttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/how-the-bronx-brought-breaking-to-the-worldB-boying. Breaking. Breakdancing. Hip hop made it. Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO Special thanks to our interviewees! Follow the links below to check out more of their work: Joseph Schloss: http://josephschloss.com/ Nelson "Chief 69" Seda: https://www.facebook.com/TheBronxBoysRockingCrewTBB/ http://bit.ly/2rOCKvJ Miguel "Gravity" Rosario: https://www.facebook.com/pg/5CrewDynasty/posts/?ref=page_internal http://bit.ly/2sNFdpu When the culture of hip hop first began to take shape in the 1970s, it consisted of at least four fundamental elements: DJing, emceeing, graffiti, and breaking. Breaking, popularly known as breakdancing today, was created in the Bronx in New York City by Black and Latino youths. The term breakdancing as it’s used in the media, often mixes the dances of New York’s b-boying and west coast developed dance styles like popping, locking, and the electric bugaloo. Breaking began as a mode of self-expression; it was a part of a larger culture that reflected the social, economic, and political conditions of the youth at that time. It reached peak popularity in the mid-1980s, when a number of films were released showcasing it’s moves and the youth who created it—films like Flashdance, Beat Street, Wild Style, and Krush Groove. Vox.com is a news website that helps you cut through the noise and understand what's really driving the events in the headlines. Check out http://www.vox.com to get up to speed on everything from Kurdistan to the Kim Kardashian app. Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/IZONyE Follow Vox on Twitter: http://goo.gl/XFrZ5H Or on Facebook: http://goo.gl/U2g06oThu, 01 May 2025 10:00:22 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/elevate-your-celebrations-w--sparkling-libationshttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/elevate-your-celebrations-w--sparkling-libations4 Tips on Finding Awesome Sparkling WineThu, 01 May 2025 10:00:19 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/brides-wedding-planning-guidehttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/brides-wedding-planning-guide Keep your sanity with our Bride’s Wedding Planning Guide There’s so much to do when planning a wedding. Being organized is the best way to make sure you have your dream-come-true wedding. Like most things in the world today, wedding trends come and go. And the same tools that make it easy for us to discover new trends often overload us with too much information. So whether you’re planning a small bohemian style wedding or a huge extravaganza, the key is to break things down into manageable bits. That’s why we made a straightforward checklist, broken down by months left, of what to do and when to do. Just click the link at the bottom of the page to use our free and easy 12-month bride’s wedding planning guide checklist. It has all the information you need to help you keep yourself on track. If you’re tech-savvy and want to plan using your phone, tablet or pc you can check out some of our favorite wedding planning apps. Bride’s List (12-Month) 12 Months Meet the in-laws Research color themes Research flowers Research dresses Put ideas into a scrapbook (i.e. magazine clippings, webpages) Discuss wedding date ideas (season, month, weekday) 11 Months Discuss a ‘mock’ guest list Discuss wedding budget & expenses list Have engagement ring re-sized, appraised, and insured 10 Months Agree on an official wedding date Select bridal party Search and book wedding reception and venues Schedule rehearsal times Hire a wedding planner (optional) 9 Months Book the officiant Hire the photographer Hire videographer Conduct wedding and reception site inspections with fiance 8 Months Select bridal party Book hotel reservations for out-of-towners Quote group discount tickets for air travel Refine and finalize the ‘mock’ guest list Get wedding invitation ideas Select Save-the-Date cards Begin wedding gown shopping 7 Months Book caterer Mail the Save-the-Date cards Order ‘Thank You’ notes for early gifts Purchase wedding gown Create a wedding website Discuss honeymoon locations 6 Months Send traveling and lodging info to out-of-towners Book lighting company Book florist Select bridesmaids Interview makeup artists and hair stylists Open a registry Get wedding insurance Begin vaccinations for destination wedding or honeymoon Book rehearsal dinner Book Day-After-Brunch location Book music for ceremony Book music for reception Book day of wedding coordinator 5 Months Order wedding invitations Order wedding/ reception maps to include with invitations Order ‘Thank You’ notes for after the wedding Book calligrapher (optional) Order wedding announcements Begin custom designing jewelry if desired Get or renew passport Book rental item (i.e tents) now Have engagement photos taken Order the flower girl’s dress 4 Months Schedule a cake tasting Book your makeup artist and hairstylist Find gifts for the wedding party Research marriage license requirements and plan time to file the application Review invitation proof Quote travel insurance Book hotel room for wedding night Make guest list for the bride and groom showers Book transportation to ceremony and venue for bridal party If needed, order transportation for guests Begin discussing preunps 3 Months Choose menu for wedding ceremony and rehearsal dinner Plan ceremony with officiant Consult with florist on arrangements Order personal flower arrangements Choose table linens and napkins Place order for tabletop rentals (i.e. silverware, glassware) Purchase wedding rings Order wedding cake Start choosing music and a ‘Do-Not-Play’ list Come up with wedding favor ideas Purchase wedding rehearsal, bridal shower and bachelorette party outfits Finalize details with officiant Maintain registry Purchase wedding and rehearsal dinner undergarments Book a dress fitting Book food tasting Arrange the ‘Day-after’ brunch Before mailing invitations deliver envelopes and one invitation to the wedding calligrapher Weigh one complete invitation for correct postage Choose stamps for invitations Stuff invitations Order rehearsal dinner invitations Order ‘Day-after-brunch’ invitations Schedule all rehearsal times Choose Ketubah (Jewish weddings) Choose wedding reception dance songs Begin a draft for your wedding vows. Research wedding vow ideas. Book dance lessons 8 Weeks Finalize invitation list addresses Mail wedding invitations Mail rehearsal dinner invitations Attend food tasting and wine tasting Choose seating cards and places Order table numbers Order cocktail napkins and guest towels Purchase shower gifts for the hosts Purchase gifts for the maid-of-honor and the bridesmaids Place the wedding announcements for the newspaper Purchase wedding shoes. Break them in and bring them to the tailor Purchase wedding favors Purchase wedding gifts for out-of-towners Purchase head piece Finalize honeymoon plans Complete any testing needed for marriage license 7 Weeks -If any changes, update the guest list -Create schedule for the wedding events -Write thank-you notes for shower gifts 6 Weeks Have a final meeting with your DJ to go over details such as the playing schedule, attire, set-up and do-not-play list. Create list for photo ideas for the photographer Create list for video ideas for the videographer Obtain marriage license 5 Weeks Choose ceremony readings Check the ring sizes and have them personalized if desired 4 Weeks -Obtain marriage license. -Contact anyone who has not confirmed RSVP -Finalize the checklist for the wedding events -Send final checklist to any vendors, and the officiant -Work on the seating chart -Have a final, detailed meeting with the officiant about what to expect -Have hairstylist and makeup artist do a test trial -Have the programs printed -Order reception menus -Purchase the guest book, handkerchief, garter, something old, borrowed, new, blue, unity candle, kiddush cup, cake-cutting knife, toasting flutes -Go over shot-list with photographer & videographer -Go over final honeymoon reservations. Reserve any special outgoings for your honeymoon. -Book manicure/ pedicure appointment day before the wedding -Finalize your vows -Have bachelorette party 3 Weeks Have final meeting with florist Write toast and speeches for the reception Purchase thank you gifts for the parents Arrange for people to accept gifts and arrange seating at the reception 2 Weeks Have final dress fitting Maintain gift registry 1 Week Pick up dress Start packing for the honeymoon Finalize seating arrangements Give calligrapher seating cards and table numbers Provide the seating chart for the photographer and the videographer Stay up to date on the forecast for wedding day Confirm food and bar menu with the caterer 4/5 Days Arrange transportation to and from airport for honeymoon Write thank you notes for the parents showing your appreciation 2/3 Days Confirm honeymoon hotel reservations Check wedding forecast Practice vows Pack bags and emergency kit for wedding Give out-of-towners gifts Give programs to the person who will distribute them Give placement cards, seating charts, to the person who will be distributing them Give guest book, cutting knife, toasting glasses to person who will be placing them Give wedding favors to the person distributing them Check to make bridesmaids outfits are complete. Accessories included. Reconfirm wedding night hotel reservations Day Before Practice vows and speeches Get manicure/ pedicure Adjust seating chart for last minute cancellations Treat bridal party to lunch or have a get together Give gifts to bridesmaids Rehearse ceremony Rehearse dinner Get well rested Wedding Day Get steaming service for wedding attire Have wedding gift and note sent to the groom Make sure groom or best man hasn’t forgot the wedding rings or certificate Have the maid-of-honor and best man sign the certificate as witnesses Enjoy the day Arrange to have maid-of-honor and best man take gifts back with them Day After Enjoy the Day-After-Brunch Send ‘Thank You’ notes to the parents Thank attendants Return any rentals Deposit monetary wedding gifts Freeze top layer of cake Send flowers for preservation services Plan to get any stains on wedding attire taken care of by the cleaners Schedule your free, no-obligation consultation today. Thu, 01 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/14-simple-hacks-every-wine-drinker-should-know-and-other-fun-charts-for-you-wine-aficionadoshttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/14-simple-hacks-every-wine-drinker-should-know-and-other-fun-charts-for-you-wine-aficionadosWed, 23 Apr 2025 22:00:09 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/how-to-hold-a-glass-of-winehttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/how-to-hold-a-glass-of-wineWed, 26 Apr 2023 22:00:01 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/why-is-that-even-a-questionhttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/why-is-that-even-a-questionWed, 19 Apr 2023 22:00:04 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/swim-with-manta-rays-the-oceans-peaceful-giantshttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/swim-with-manta-rays-the-oceans-peaceful-giantsFor as long as she can remember, Dr. Andrea Marshall wanted to be a marine biologist. Now, she’s living out her dream with one of the ocean’s most amazing creatures. That is, Marshall studies and helps protect giant manta rays. While Marshall’s work takes her around the world, she calls the vast, undeveloped coastline of southern Mozambique her home. There, she dives, photographs and interacts with these enormous, gentle, intelligent creatures. Strap on your fins, we’re going diving. As a reminder, Dr. Marshall is a professional marine biologist. Please help keep our giant sea friends safe and NEVER TOUCH a manta ray in the wild. Thanks, friends! SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This story is a part of our Planet Earth series. From mammals to insects and birds to reptiles, we share this great big world with all manner of creatures, large and small. Come with us to faraway places as we explore our great big planet and meet some of its wildest inhabitants. This story is a part of our Human Condition series. Come along and let us connect you to some of the most peculiar, stirring, extraordinary, and distinctive people in the world. This story is a part of our Frontiers series, where we bring you front and center to the dreamers, pioneers, and innovators leading society at the cutting edge. Let us take you along for a trip to the oft-imagined but rarely accomplished. This story is a part of our Flavors series, where we do so much more than play with our food. Come with us as we dive into deliciously different and tastefully off-beat stories in the culinary world. Got a story idea for us? Shoot us an email at hey [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com Follow us behind the scenes on Instagram: http://goo.gl/2KABeX Make our acquaintance on Facebook: http://goo.gl/Vn0XIZ Give us a shout on Twitter: http://goo.gl/sY1GLY Come hang with us on Vimeo: http://goo.gl/T0OzjV Visit our world directly: http://www.greatbigstory.comSun, 16 Apr 2023 22:00:01 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/grit-the-power-of-passion-and-perserverancehttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/grit-the-power-of-passion-and-perserveranceLeaving a high-flying job in consulting, Angela Lee Duckworth took a job teaching math to seventh graders in a New York public school. She quickly realized that IQ wasn't the only thing separating the successful students from those who struggled. Here, she explains her theory of "grit" as a predictor of success. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology, Entertainment and Design -- plus science, business, global issues, the arts and much more. Find closed captions and translated subtitles in many languages at http://www.ted.com/translate Follow TED news on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/tednews Like TED on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TED Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/TEDtalksDirectorSat, 15 Apr 2023 22:00:07 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/why-you-can-change-the-worldhttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/why-you-can-change-the-worldThough it looks like the world is set in its ways, it is in fact eminently open to change by those who dare to swim into the stream of history. 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For instructions how to do this click here: https://goo.gl/iKcTzf SOCIAL MEDIA Feel free to follow us at the links below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theschooloflifelondon/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSchoolOfLife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theschooloflifelondon/ CREDITS Produced in collaboration with: Natalia Biegaj http://www.nataliabiegaj.comFri, 14 Apr 2023 22:00:00 -0700http://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/helpful-summer-food-and-wine-pairings---whats-it-going-to-behttp://www.themusicconcierge.com/blog/post/helpful-summer-food-and-wine-pairings---whats-it-going-to-beWed, 12 Apr 2023 22:00:09 -0700