Saturday 8 September 2012

Buy Slush Unit in Australia


Thanks for the feedback - actually there are some great specials on slush machine buys in Australia at the moment. If you check out the site www.AustralianSlushMachines.com.au or www.ozislsush.com.au they have some granita slush machine units at or near wholesale cost price just in time for summer. I reckon Prince Harry should hire or buy a slush unit for his next pool party or game of billiards! The best drink recipes for these frozen cocktail machines are many but I do love the classic margarita (lemon margarita) or the Pina Colada or Illusions with some fresh pineapple juice added, preferably the unsweetened Golden Circle Pineapple juice in an 850ml Can.
The Strawberry Daiquiri is always a popular choice to made with rum, once again I have a personal preference here & like the dark rum in the Strawberry Daiquiri..
But the choices are endless and there is a recipe list on www.ozislush.com.au

recipes appear at: http://www.ozislush.com.au/Flavours/Flavours/Flavours.asp

and a more comprehensive list is at: http://www.karaokeforasong.com.au/Flavours-Recipes/Frozen-Slush-Flavours-Cocktail-Recipes/Choose-From-These-Amazing-Flavours-Recipes.asp

Happy Cocktails to you!!

Monday 3 September 2012

Wedding DJ

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We have access to many thousands of songs for Dj-ing and they are updated all the time as new releases come out - on the night we usually carry a massive aray of songs -classics like Nutbush, Time Warp, Bus Stop, YMCA, Macarena, Swing, Jive, Latin, Salsa, Rhumba, Abba, Rock'n'Roll, 70s,80s,90s disco & classics - New & Old, Rock and latest TOP 40 & dance, pop and latest releases.
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Anything that you like that is available at any good music store is available.
We believe a true professional DJ will be well groomed & play what you want not what they want (believe it we've heard some stories!)
Best thing to do is maybe nominate 10-15 of your very favourites and we can ensure we have these for you on the night (if we haven't already) and these can be played at special times during the reception. As for entrance, Bridal and leaving music the sky's really the limit!!!
Requests can also be taken on the night.
You can also gain a few ideas from a site on the net
 However you can have whatever you want played - it's your day!
The most important thing would be to choose the Entrance,Bridal & follow up music (suggest choosing 2-3 to play after the bridal waltz for the rest of the wedding party & guests to then join in the dancing) ,Leaving music and favourite music to be played during the night that has meant something to you - it is also wise to plan some music to suit the age range of the guests who will be present - then leave some room for requests if that is to your liking.
WEDDING ETIQUETTE / FORMALITIES:
Master Of Ceremonies:
We can be the Master Of Ceremonies (MC) for you if you wish or if you have your own MC they are welcome to use our microphone systems.
The MC introduces the speeches, gives a toast to the bride and groom, introduces the speech makers, announces the first dance, the cutting of the cake and the throwing of the garter.
The traditional order of speeches, which of course can be altered to suit is:
· Toast to the bride and groom by MC/family friend
· Response and toast to the bridesmaids by the groom (and bride)
· Response by the best man (and chief bridesmaid)
· Toast to the parents of the bride
· Response by the father of the bride
· Toast to the parents of the groom
· Response by the father of the groom
· Reading of messages
· Any other comments by those who wish to be acknowledged.
Then there is:
. First dance
. Cutting of the cake
. Throwing of the garter
 "Hi ... Thank you very much for your services for my wedding. The music that was played by the DJ was wonderful and everyone commented on how great he was. The music capped off a wonderful day and evening.Thank you again, Michael and I were very happy. Kind regards, Marisa"
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Working with your DJ to ensure your music is the right style for you...


For example: Fashion show DJ

When people think of the music that a DJ spins at fashion shows, especially New York City fashion shows, they probably imagine the songs that play as the models walk down the runway and the cameras flash. Whether this music be the often-used fast, pulsating beats of electronic house music or something else, the music used for the actual “show” part of the fashion show is often the most fussed over by the event organizers, designers, and 
the DJ. This is expected, as this is the music that most directly will be accenting the presentation of the clothing designs and influencing the mood the designs leave with the audience.
But when it comes to the “framing music” - songs played when people arrive, in between designers' clothing lines, for curtain calls, and for exit songs - we’ve seen at the fashion shows we've DJ-ed (photos of these shows are featured here), that there is less of a concern as to its craft as there is crafting the runway music. However, if done well, the framing music can be used to steer the audience’s mood to the way an organizer or designers wish, just as songs played while the models are on the runway. More importantly, though, if the framing music is not done well, or an untested DJ is given too much freedom to improvise, the framing music can detract from the atmosphere you want to be in place throughout the show. (For a post exclusively on advice for fashion show arrival music, go here.)
Here are some of the most important things we think there are to consider, and then to discuss with your DJ, about your fashion show framing music so that you can work together make the music the most effective it can be to enliven the feel that you want to create:   
Fashion show 1Length - No  one in the audience likes to arrive on time but then be rushed to their seats, nor do they like  to wait so long that they grow impatient. Whether for arrivals or for intermissions, the “sweet spot” lies in having enough time to take in the surroundings for a bit and to let the feel of the music sink in. This is especially important if there is a different mood being created after each presentation of designs, whether from the same designer or different ones. The music needs time to work to shift people’s mood, and that often takes at least a few songs, but should not last a half-hour, either. Often the time that music is played for arrivals and intermissions is dictated by the time needed to prep for each designer or clothing line presentation, but this does not mean that just because a five-minute turnaround is possible means that the intermission should also be this length.   
Energy - While framing music can be of many, many styles, generally it tends to be fairly upbeat and friendly. However, if a designer wants to put the audience in a more dark atmosphere or a more coarse one to accent the mood of a clothing line, they should, first, not be shy about it (as long as the music isn’t extremely intense as to cause annoyance or ear damage, of course), as it can become part of the fun of the show, and, second, they will need to communicate this to the DJ, as moods like this can often require a more carefully-crafted approach.
Familiarity - Some organizers and/or designers prefer to include framing music at their fashion shows that is accessible, cool-sounding stuff that is very obscure and likely has not been heard by most in the audience. Others prefer to play a mix of songs that are very well known. Still others mix it up, playing a few interesting obscurities followed by an “anchor” of a more familiar song to make people feel comfortable. The important thing here is to think about what you believe the designs need and what the audience would like. Sometimes these match; other times they don’t. Regardless, thinking about which situation it might be will give you one more valuable piece of information for the DJ to make your event’s music the best it can be.   
Shape - If an organizer or designer chooses to have some sort of stylistic progression to their fashion show - say, where more subtle designs  are shown first, followed by ones that are increasingly loud - it could work to give the audience a more sharp sense of the designers’ style spectrum to build the framing music along with the progression of the clothing's mood. In the case mentioned, this could mean using songs that are more ethereal to start the arrivals, followed by music that is increasingly more intense with each intermission. Of course, the musical “shape” of your framing music will depend on what kind of atmospheric build (if any) there is to your fashion show.  
Variation - If a show is made up of many different designers who have very different styles, all kinds of musical variation can be a great thing, and something to consider featuring in your show. A complete change in the musical mood at intermission can be a great technique to use to perfectly emphasize a “clean break” with the previous designs, and get the audience into the mood that you want for the upcoming designs. For these kind of shows, the audience arrival time can be covered with a well-crafted mix of all the music styles you have chosen to use.

Saturday 1 September 2012

Using a Slush Machine

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Or Search on You Tube for Jet Ice Slush Machines



INSTRUCTIONS
When using SSM2804S unit refer to manual for extra features.
NB: All switches must be up & on for machines to freeze up – if turning auger is switched off then that side is off and will not freeze – if you turn off auger remember to turn it back on.
For Safety: Always clean & rinse out units thoroughly – we recommend Radicate* Food Grade disinfectant for best results.
Before first use clean bowl with warm soapy water
To Clean Use Warm (Not Hot) Soapy Water and rinse unit thoroughly – refer to instruction manual for further instructions and maintenance. 
Remove bowl and wash thoroughly – also remove and clean the rear rubber seal and the tap mechanism and rubbers as well as the handle and pin and the white turning auger and stopper. Lubricate all the rubber seals on and behind and for ease of removing bowl next time simply rub some lube on the circular rear base of the bowl prior to reattachment – when reattaching ensure rubber is not pinched or caught in the rear of the plastic bowl as this can cause unnecessary leakages. 
Lie bowl on a table on its side and remove the spring and tap mechanism to clean. It is recommended to pull one handle mechanism apart at a time so you can see how to put it back together exactly. Also lubricate the shaft seals at the front of the cylinder prior to reattaching the white plastic auger. 
Do not get water into the workings of the actual machine.
Lubrication:
Proper lubrication of machine parts must be done to manufacturers’ instructions to ensure proper operation of soft serve machines and prevent damage. 
• Only approved food-grade lube must be used on all machine parts.

• Ensure that you replace the cap after lubrication because dirt and dust will stick to it if left open. This may pose a potential risk for contamination.

• Ensure that you also sanitize outside of tube before handling machine parts for lubrication and re-assembly. Check for any loose parts.
Sanitizing and Hygiene
Strictly follow the guidelines and recommendations for operation and cleaning of your machine
• Before preparing syrups and before handling machine parts, wash your hands thoroughly with a disinfectant soap and dry with a paper towel.

• Wash and sanitize hands before handling machine parts when assembling machine.

• Do not overfill the bowl (reservoir tank).

• Keep bowl covered with the proper lid at all times.

• Use only approved food-grade sanitizer. We recommend Radicate (available from us at wholesale price).

• Use only approved, food-grade lubricant for machine parts and keep the cap on the lube. Also sanitize the outside of the tube before handling it to lubricate machine parts.

• Use correct amounts of lube - no more and no less.

• For the correct cleaning cycle of your machine, please refer to the Operator's Manual. Local health regulations must also be checked.

• Always start the machine with a freshly prepared mix.

Remember: Bacteria needs water to survive. Air-Dry all machine parts after cleaning and sanitizing. When using SSM2804S unit refer to manual for extra features.

The Twin bowl Cocktail Slush unit weighs approximately 55kg without the mix in it – extreme care should be taken when moving the unit and a firm secure base is required for the unit to sit on – plastic tressle tables are not appropriate. It is recommended the unit have its’ own power supply as it has a high amperage. You have been provided with a new unit. Unit should only take 45 to 60 minutes to freeze the mix into frozen slushees - if it is to used outdoors it is highly recommended it is used under heavy shade as this will effect the unit's ability to freeze the mix.

Maintenance: You must maintain the unit properly by cleaning, lubricating and checking the unit. Lubricate all rubber seals. Clean using Radicate disinfectant. Use lube supplied. You must also check all parts regularly. Check white turning augers and ensure lock nuts and pins are in place at all times. Vigilant & regular maintenance is very important and is the buyer’s responsibility.

Reminder: please remember to clean condenser regularly by removing 2 screws on side panel and using a toothbrush or similar to remove lint/dust build up...the frequency depends on the environment(s) in which the unit is utilised.
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