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Step 1
Decide if you need to hire a D.J. A D.J. can take the pressure off when it comes to picking the Christmas music for a party. Not only does a D.J. often have a larger selection of music than your personal collection, he takes requests for specific songs.
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Step 2
Know the guest list for the party. If you are having a high profile party, pick classic Christmas music that will play in the background. On the other hand, if it is a company party, a karaoke machine might be appropriate.
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Step 3
Pick a variety of music. For a small party, you can use a five disc CD player that will randomly select music. Pay attention to the music to make sure that the songs have not started to repeat. You should plan to change the CDs every few hours.
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Step 4
Coordinate the music with the activities for the party. Some events at the party should have background music that is more lively and festive. People will be more likely to sing along with the music if you are decorating a tree than if they are about to sit down to dinner. Make sure that the music fits the activity of the moment.
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Step 5
Analyze the amount of space that the party will cover. If the party is in a small room, you probably only need a small sound system and few options for music. If you are renting a larger facility, you should check with the staff at the facility for the music options that are available through them.
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Step 6
Get a list of the top favorite Christmas songs. There are songs that have lasted generations as the reigning favorite carol, but newer songs make a refreshing addition. Look at the list and pick several choices from the list to play at the party.
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Step 7
Have your guests bring their favorite music. This can be a fun way to incorporate your guests into the theme of the party. Not only might they enjoy hearing their personal music, you also do not have to coordinate everything.
