COMMON DJ QUESTION

How many must-play songs should I choose?

Keep the must-play list tied to practical moments: entrances, dances, performances, dedications and the final song. For open-floor music, give a smaller set of priority references plus room to respond to guests instead of prescribing every track.

Apply this answer to your own event

Whether “How many must-play songs should I choose?” has a single answer depends on your event — the type, the exact room and guest count, the programme, how equipment and the emcee role are split, the access window, and who is authorised to approve a change. Apply the answer above to those facts rather than treating it as universal.

Facts that can change the answer

  • Exact date, venue and room
  • Guest arrival, formal programme and finish time
  • DJ, emcee, venue and production responsibilities
  • The one exception or unknown that may change the answer

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