Credentials
Education:
Jay is a past graduate of Maine South High School and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Broadcast Production from the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida, in Gainesville. As a communications major (specializing in Radio & TV), Jay learned how to word his announcements properly with clarity, creativity and warmth so that M.C. duties are always handled professionally. Jay's unique blend of education, experience and accumulated knowledge makes him a top choice for any event.
Experience:
After working as a DJ at bars and private parties part time, Jay established Crestline Entertainment in 1987 as a 'tastefully interactive' DJ company. With passion that continues today, Jay was able to transition his love of DJing to a Full Time occupation (June 1991 to Present). Because of it's success, Crestline was incorporated as a company in October of 2003. While DJ Jay has also done 'On-Air' DJing & News Correspondence in Florida as well as locally for WETN Wheaton, IL (Summer 1990), he missed the excitement, unpredictability and challenges of a 'live' event. It was then that a mobile DJ career was fully embraced and a legacy born.
Education:
Dan is a former student of the Technology Center Of DuPage. (studies included Television Production & Media Technology.)
Experience:
Crestline DJ associate since 1990. As Jay's protege from 1989-1995 Dan learned what it takes to be a successful wedding DJ. DJ Dan has been an institution here at Crestline from 1996 to present. Dan continues to do outstanding work for us to date DJing mostly wedding receptions, but also private parties, school dances and corporate events while continuing receiving many kudos from our past clients.
Education:
Fred has 2 years of communication studies at Wilbur Wright Junior College in Chicago. He is blessed with a 'to die for' deep, resonant speaking voice (a great accoutrement to ANY event) and the definative characteristic of those in the broadcast industry.
Experience:
Hailing originally from Memphis, Tennessee DJ Fred is a friendly, hardworking DJ professional. Since 1979, he has worked with the likes of notable, local club DJ's Kenny Jason, Ralphi Rosario, 'Mixin'' Mickey Oliver, Joey Saigon,
'Jumpin'' Julian Perez and Robin Lange. True to his musician & club roots, Fred's warm, fun personality carries on to his mobile DJ career. From Wedding Receptions to 50th Anniversary parties, Fred relates well with adults of all ages. He also is very 'kid friendly' and works many of the local resort areas in the summer. For 20+ years he was the owner of his own successful multi-op DJ company here in Illinois, as well as in Florida during the early 1990's. Today, Fred uses state-of-the art digital sound, with 15,000+ tunes available at each event. That coupled with his training and lengthy experience make him a fantastic choice for any event.
Jay
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Jay is a past graduate of Maine South High School and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Broadcast Production from the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida, in Gainesville. As a communications major (specializing in Radio & TV), Jay learned how to word his announcements properly with clarity, creativity and warmth so that M.C. duties are always handled professionally. Jay's unique blend of education, experience and accumulated knowledge makes him a top choice for any event.
Experience:
After working as a DJ at bars and private parties part time, Jay established Crestline Entertainment in 1987 as a 'tastefully interactive' DJ company. With passion that continues today, Jay was able to transition his love of DJing to a Full Time occupation (June 1991 to Present). Because of it's success, Crestline was incorporated as a company in October of 2003. While DJ Jay has also done 'On-Air' DJing & News Correspondence in Florida as well as locally for WETN Wheaton, IL (Summer 1990), he missed the excitement, unpredictability and challenges of a 'live' event. It was then that a mobile DJ career was fully embraced and a legacy born.
Related Experience:
Jay brings a wealth of knowledge to the table that he continually taps into and draws off of as a DJ. As an accomplished musician (Clarinet) and member of the Concert Band at Maine South High School for 3 years, Jay's love of music didn't stop there. He rapidly added the Guitar to his list of passions, as a self-taught Guitarist. Jay's knowledge of music allows him to make good decisions as a DJ. In addition, as an experienced amateur ballroom dancer he always knows the right tempo required to enhance any type of dance. Furthermore, his line dancing teaching skills offers clients an opportunity to bring more to their event than just music. Lastly, being a detailed oriented person, Jay's past also included a stint as a Research Assistant for WJXT TV Channel 4 in Jacksonville, FL (Summer 1988-1989)
Jay brings a wealth of knowledge to the table that he continually taps into and draws off of as a DJ. As an accomplished musician (Clarinet) and member of the Concert Band at Maine South High School for 3 years, Jay's love of music didn't stop there. He rapidly added the Guitar to his list of passions, as a self-taught Guitarist. Jay's knowledge of music allows him to make good decisions as a DJ. In addition, as an experienced amateur ballroom dancer he always knows the right tempo required to enhance any type of dance. Furthermore, his line dancing teaching skills offers clients an opportunity to bring more to their event than just music. Lastly, being a detailed oriented person, Jay's past also included a stint as a Research Assistant for WJXT TV Channel 4 in Jacksonville, FL (Summer 1988-1989)
Dan
DJ Dan
Dan is a former student of the Technology Center Of DuPage. (studies included Television Production & Media Technology.)
Experience:
Crestline DJ associate since 1990. As Jay's protege from 1989-1995 Dan learned what it takes to be a successful wedding DJ. DJ Dan has been an institution here at Crestline from 1996 to present. Dan continues to do outstanding work for us to date DJing mostly wedding receptions, but also private parties, school dances and corporate events while continuing receiving many kudos from our past clients.
Related Experience:
Dan has also achieved notoriety in his own right as a 1989 Award-winning Hot Mix DJ competition winner at the Pan American festival (Navy Pier-Chicago), sponsored in part by WGCI. When not DJing with Crestline, Dan also added a list of notable club experiences to his resume from 1991 on: 'Sassafras' (Carol Stream), 'Triffany's' (Naperville),'St.Thomas's' (Warrenville), 'Dugan's' (Bensenville) 1991-1993 DJ for Walter Payton's Entertainment One property 'Acapulco Beach Bar' (Elk Grove.) 1994 DJ at 'Oliver's' (Downers Grove). 1995-1998 Resident DJ for the Chicago Wolves Hockey Teams Fan Club DJ at 'The Quest' in Rosemont. 2001 Ron Santo's Sports Bar (through CW Enterprises).
Dan has also achieved notoriety in his own right as a 1989 Award-winning Hot Mix DJ competition winner at the Pan American festival (Navy Pier-Chicago), sponsored in part by WGCI. When not DJing with Crestline, Dan also added a list of notable club experiences to his resume from 1991 on: 'Sassafras' (Carol Stream), 'Triffany's' (Naperville),'St.Thomas's' (Warrenville), 'Dugan's' (Bensenville) 1991-1993 DJ for Walter Payton's Entertainment One property 'Acapulco Beach Bar' (Elk Grove.) 1994 DJ at 'Oliver's' (Downers Grove). 1995-1998 Resident DJ for the Chicago Wolves Hockey Teams Fan Club DJ at 'The Quest' in Rosemont. 2001 Ron Santo's Sports Bar (through CW Enterprises).
Fred
DJ Fred
Fred has 2 years of communication studies at Wilbur Wright Junior College in Chicago. He is blessed with a 'to die for' deep, resonant speaking voice (a great accoutrement to ANY event) and the definative characteristic of those in the broadcast industry.
Experience:
Hailing originally from Memphis, Tennessee DJ Fred is a friendly, hardworking DJ professional. Since 1979, he has worked with the likes of notable, local club DJ's Kenny Jason, Ralphi Rosario, 'Mixin'' Mickey Oliver, Joey Saigon,
'Jumpin'' Julian Perez and Robin Lange. True to his musician & club roots, Fred's warm, fun personality carries on to his mobile DJ career. From Wedding Receptions to 50th Anniversary parties, Fred relates well with adults of all ages. He also is very 'kid friendly' and works many of the local resort areas in the summer. For 20+ years he was the owner of his own successful multi-op DJ company here in Illinois, as well as in Florida during the early 1990's. Today, Fred uses state-of-the art digital sound, with 15,000+ tunes available at each event. That coupled with his training and lengthy experience make him a fantastic choice for any event.
Related Experience:
DJ Fred is quite a guitar player in his own right and comes from a family who has unique ties to the Music & Recording Industry and Broadcasting. Fred is also in touch with today's music and his outgoing personality has led him to be one of the best Karaoke jocks (weeknights) in the Fox Valley area bar scene. Since 1982, Fred has focused on providing quality entertainment in the Chicagoland area
DJ Fred is quite a guitar player in his own right and comes from a family who has unique ties to the Music & Recording Industry and Broadcasting. Fred is also in touch with today's music and his outgoing personality has led him to be one of the best Karaoke jocks (weeknights) in the Fox Valley area bar scene. Since 1982, Fred has focused on providing quality entertainment in the Chicagoland area