Douglas Macdonald
MC - Master of Ceremonies
Introducing Mr. Douglas G. MacDonald Your Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies. Fluent in three Languages : French, German and English. An experienced orator and professional speaker with an unparalleled command of the English language and a powerful, but clear and pleasant voice. This well-built Scotsman is your ideal Toastmaster for any formal occasion. The Toastmaster's principal remit is to ensure that everything appears to run smoothly and to plan. To facilitate this, the Toastmaster co-ordinates the roles, responsibilities and activities of everyone involved in the event, from venue management staff, caterers, to photographers, pipers and musicians, and of course, not forgetting to look after the Host and the Guests! His duties are discharged diligently, but in a friendly fashion and with an extra splash of colour and showmanship. With a very approachable personality and an excellent sense of humour, his attention to the details of the plans, protocol and etiquette for your special event will be totally natural and thoroughly competent, but executed in a friendly manner, to help create a convivial occasion for everyone involved. As the event host, you can relax and enjoy the festivities with your guests, secure in the knowledge that a highly capable, experienced professional is managing everything according to plan. Suitably attired for the function, your Toastmaster can appear in traditional red tail-coat, white Marcella shirt/waistcoat and black trousers, or by way of a unique alternative in tartan trews, Highland jacket and accessories, he can be your truly Scottish Toastmaster.
The Toastmaster s principal role is to ensure that the Reception proceeds smoothly and to plan. In so doing, the catering staff are free to concentrate on their duties, and the Host and Hostess can relax and enjoy the occasion. The burden of responsibilities on the Best Man can be left in the capable hands of your professional Master of Ceremonies. Of course, he also gives support to the Bride and Bridegroom, the Bridesmaids and the rest of the Bridal Party. He will create a friendly atmosphere which is as formal or informal as you so wish, reassure the nervous, and with his extra touch of colour and showmanship, make the Big Day even more memorable for everyone, particularly the happy couple ! Among the duties undertaken by the Toastmaster are : Advise on Wedding Etiquette and Customs during the Planning Formally greet the Bride and Groom at the Reception Venue Bridal Party Receiving Line Entrance of Bride & Groom and Guests into Reception Area Introduction/Announcement of Grace Conduct the Toasts and introduce/announce the Speakers Ceremony of Cutting the Cake Read Cards and other Messages of Congratulations , if required These are just some of the tasks your Toastmaster is pleased to perform.
Tel: 0845 337 0588 or Email: info@wedding-music-scotland.com
We're available 7 days to talk to you and in the evenings too!
