Jason Wheat
Balance, Order and Always Faithful
There is this image of Jason: while on the set (and, mind you, the world we all live in is his canvas) directing his long-in-the-work, soon-to-be-epic underground film, he paints himself into a corner with one hand as he's losing the light he needs for the shot that will finally make the film cohesive. All the while people are screaming, cars are honking and the world is spinning out of control everywhere he looks. Right then, with the camera firmly planted in his "free" hand, he rolls tape and yells: "Action!" That's the artist side.
Then there's the ex-Marine. His training in the military brought him to respect and seek out order. Whether the situation calls on him to lead or follow, he's ready to step in and do what needs to be done. In a wedding situation that might have him coordinating a toast with numerous servers, a sweaty-palmed best man and a fussy photographer while playing just the right background music to keep the guests unaware of the delicate balance.
To use a basketball analogy, he loves the dish or the dime (a.k.a. "assist") more than anything else. You jump and he'll have the rock right at the rim for you to throw it down.
All sides of him call him to work and live life with great intensity and passion and, at the same time, display the calm, gentle kindness of a great family dog -- just don't ask him to wag his tail.
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"Jason was fantastic. He knew exactly what music to play and when. We knew he was there yet he managed to "blend in". Our friends thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the evening- the venue, the food, the music. It truly was a perfect night and so much of the credit goes to Jason."
-Judy Levinsohn, Epic Roast House, October 3, 2009
"A success as usual... thank you to Jason.. we will book again next year."
-Lisa Anderson, Concord Crowne Plaza, December 20, 2008
"The wedding was great! Everyone had such a great time. The DJ (Jason) did a great job, played the right music. We have had many comments it was the best wedding reception they had ever attended. Thanks a lot. We will recommend your company to many."
-Barbara Thacher, Faz Restaurant, November 1, 2008
"We loved Jason -- he was absolutely wonderful... so calm and organized and friendly... he made sure we kept on schedule and got all the important stuff done. Without him, I'm quite sure we would have missed doing a first dance and even the cake cutting. Everyone was dancing too... just a great guy."
-Pamela Polizzotto, Servino Restaurant, October 18, 2008
"Jason was fabulous!!!!!!!!! He rolled with the punches and had the perfect combination of music. All of my friends are dancers (ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap etc.) and it is a true compliment when you have them dancing all night. So please tell him thank you."
-Jennifer Weston, Inn at the Tides, September 20, 2008
"I wanted to let you know that we are so happy with the customer service from Denon and Doyle and are SO pleased with JasonÕs performance. He was very responsive to all requests and took the extra time to make everything perfect. Please pass on this good word to him for helping make our wedding a huge success! Thanks again."
-Jacqueline Smith, Hollins House, September 13, 2008
"The wedding reception was great. Jason did a great job. He played some of the songs we requested and then a good mix of songs he chose. You guys were great."
-Josh Ryan, Private Residence, August 2, 2008
"Just wanted to say that Jason did an awesome job on Saturday, with minimal input from us. You guys rock. People had a great time, we're totally happy. Please pass on our thanks to him, and to anyone else who helped coordinate the event."
-Dan Podsedly, Sir Francis Drake, June 28, 2008
"We were very happy with D&D. Jason was perfect -- good timing, great interaction with guests, very fun music. Please thank him on our behalf."
-Steve Long, Private Residence, June 21, 2008