I'm feeling mischevious: Sit Vs. Stand (mwahahaha)

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SemiRetired DJ

SemiRetired DJ

Mac Daddy DJ
Nov 22, 2010
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From Casino Royale (Bond Spoof Version):

Are there any specific
bidding instructions?

When we sit, we are bidding.
When we stand, we are not bidding.

We'll do our bidding sitting down.
When we stand up, we're not bidding.

We stand, we bid.
We no stand, we no bid.

And the British representatives?

Well, I don't know actually.
A bit of both, I suppose, really.

- Is that all right with you chaps?
- That's fine.

Very well, gentlemen.
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There has been the expressed opinion that sitting makes you look unprofessional.

There has been the expressed opinion that it does not matter.

There are stools that can make it look like you are standing when you're really sitting (I have one, well, the lodge has one now).

Standing for four hours or more can cause back issues (I know, I have them).

So, what's your slant on this?
 
Depends on what I'm doing...

I used the bar stool type thing many times, because as you mentioned, it appears as if you're standing.

I much prefer to sit on a high stool though, unless on the mic -- then I stand, since I'm usually using the stereotypical Italian gestures when I talk (I speak more with my body movements, then with my mouth) :)
 
I mix standing up. I can do it sitting down, but I'm more comfortable when standing. If you have chronic pain problems, back problem, etc. the bar stool suggested by Ricky does wonders.
 
BTW, just wanted to make mention of my wedding DJ...

He was my mentor's mentor. My wedding mentor was my brother in law to be, and was in the wedding party, so he couldn't obviously do the gig. So we got his teacher.

He sat the entire time, on a regular chair -- except when he intro'd us in.

He did a fantastic job with two turntables, his announcements were crisp and clear, and most importantly -- he did not overwhelm the wedding. It was like a sports announcer at a stadium -- nobody really saw him, but everybody heard him, and what he played. :)


I'm a bit of a ham myself, but I can say I truly enjoyed how he did that gig, and didn't really inject himself into it. He put the focus where it should be -- on me (oh, and the chick I mistakenly married) :D
 
It gets tiring but for profesionalism I like to stand , as I have said many times my wife and i also own a florist and the image I have of this dj sitting on his ass, didnt even get up for the introduction of the B & G saying let's give it up for Mr & Mrs,, Larry the cable guy DJ service lol
 
JPDJSC50 said:
It gets tiring but for profesionalism I like to stand , as I have said many times my wife and i also own a florist and the image I have of this dj sitting on his ass, didnt even get up for the introduction of the B & G saying let's give it up for Mr & Mrs,, Larry the cable guy DJ service lol
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JP, that begs the question...

Why is the audience looking at the DJ...?

If the DJ is doing their job correctly, the audience should be looking at the persons of interest at the event. The DJ is not a person of interest.
 
The reality is it all comes down to how the show goes. If the show goes great, it doesn't really matter. But, if the show isn't going the way someone thinks it should, and they look at a bored looking DJ, who is sitting down looking disinterested, then they've found their reason that the DJ sucks.

Just like they would would look at a standing DJ who brought his girlfriend and spent most of the night talking to her rather than focusing on the party. Don't let people catch you looking bored or disinterested. To me, sitting just opens the door for that. Just like having one drink...opens the door for someone to see the DJ drinking.

Plus, I DO start feeling bored if I am sitting. I would rather be up. I do have a chair that is high so I can see over the facade, so when I need a quick rest, I can get it. I use a anti-fatigue mat and very comfortable shoes as well.
 
Scott Hanna said:
The reality is it all comes down to how the show goes. If the show goes great, it doesn't really matter. But, if the show isn't going the way someone thinks it should, and they look at a bored looking DJ, who is sitting down looking disinterested, then they've found their reason that the DJ sucks.
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My point, is they shouldn't get a chance to look at the DJ (or shouldn't have a reason to).

The DJ is not a point of interest at most events -- merely another vendor doing their job. That's why I don't get this whole lighted facade nonsense -- yer not the star of the show (unless it's an event designed to showcase YOU).

If one wants to be a rock star, they should join a band -- otherwise, it's simply a job that pays well, and doesn't take up too much of your time... ;)
 
I always stand when making announcements of importance (intros etc) and although I will stand a good portion of the night I don't see anything wrong with sitting. Actually my mentor had the theory if you sit it brings the attention off of you and puts it where it should be. When you stand it should be to direct attention where you want it to go

I do agree you should never look bored and really try to look like you are always doing something though but I have always wondered what is so professional about a DJ standing like a wooden Indian all night

Then again I have never let others opinion of professional determine mine
 
Rick said it about focus; that is, you are not it. Basically, nobody should even really know that you are in the room. Fill the dance floor and they won't!

I used a DJ chair much like this one:
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It is height adjustable and you really don't look like you are sitting. Most of the time one cheek is rested on it to relieve the back while I peer over the facade and watch the dance floor. The only time my attention was away from the dance floor was when I needed to consult with my assistant or look up a song.

I only put focus on myself when we were ready for an activity. Then the attention needed to be on me until the activity got rolling. Think of it like being a ring master in a circus; when the act is being introduced the focus is on the ring master and then it moves to the act. Weddings are three ring circuses anyway (engagement ring, wedding ring, suffer ring) so the analogy fits.:tricool:
 
It's a personal thing. I never sit down unless I am taking a break during dinner. Otherwise I am standing/running around taking care of things when I'm DJing. Yes, I think it looks unprofessional. that's my 02.
 
IMHO, far too many people are consumed with the word "professional".

We are in the business of entertaining -- that is not always professional, in the true sense of what people think of the word.

I posted this video in another thread, but I think it makes a point here. The Dude sits, stands, dances, etc. Is/was he a professional...?

Yer either good, or you ain't -- no amount of standing or sitting is gonna change that... ;)

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I've said it before: IMHO, a sitting DJ/KJ can suck the life right out of an event. ESPECIALLY those who use a PC and wear glasses, with the blue light reflected in your glasses making you look like Mr. Spock at his sensor panel.

Unlike me ( as a "K" host), many straight DJs work BEHIND a facade. If you do this, and use a draftman's chair ( yup, that's REALLY what the one mentioned above is) you may at least fool some people into thinking you are standing, butthe key to emoting ENERGY is MOVEMENT.

So,unless a medical condition contraindicates it, I would make the suggestion to get off thy butt, MOVE, and rock the house.

Disclaimer: The opinions stated above are those of this extremely humble poster only...

For Rick: It's not a matter of anyone looking specifically at the DJ, but rather the ADDITIONAL energy a DJ can add to an event.
 
I dont even sit at my bar gigs when it's dead, unless I'm sitting next to a customer having a conversation. Any other event I must be eating dinner if I'm sitting.

There are a number of guys around here that sit all the time, to me it looks lazy.
 
DJ Cam said:
There are a number of guys around here that sit all the time, to me it looks lazy.
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I think people should stand while they drive their cars -- otherwise, they are simply letting the car do all the work for them... :sqrolleyes:
 
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