Preserving Your Sacred Simcha from Generation to Generation
B"H — Dedicated Satmar & Chassidishe Chasunah Videography
Mazel Tov on your upcoming Simcha! At Weddings by Shaka, we are honored to serve families across Kiryas Joel (Palm Tree) and Orange County, Sullivan and Ulster Counties (the Catskills), as well as families traveling from Monsey, Williamsburg, and Borough Park.
A Chassidishe Chasunah is more than an event—it is a sacred covenant uniting families, dynasties, and generations (L'dor V'dor). We understand the rhythm, minhagim (customs), modesty standards (Tznius), and extended hours of a traditional Satmar wedding. Our crew documents every holy moment and joyous dance with the utmost respect, cultural fluency, and discretion.
Every Minhag & Milestone Captured with Reverence
Unlike standard secular wedding timelines, a traditional Satmar Chasunah unfolds across many sacred chapters—often beginning in the afternoon and culminating with the Mitzvah Tantz late into the night. Our coverage is structured around your exact schedule:
1. Kabbalas Panim, Tisch & Tenoyim
- Kallah's Kabbalas Panim: Respectful, tznius-conscious coverage of the Kallah greeting family, reciting Tehillim, and receiving warm brachos.
- Chosson's Tisch & Tenoyim: Multi-angle video and clear audio of the Niggunim, Divrei Torah, reading of the Tenoyim, and breaking of the plate.
- The Bedeken: Capturing the emotion and majesty as the Chosson, accompanied by family and klezmer music, veils the Kallah with blessings.
2. The Holy Chuppah
- Processional & Hakafos: Unobtrusive multi-camera coverage as the Kallah circles the Chosson seven times under the Chuppah.
- Crystal-Clear Soundboard Audio: Direct feeds from the Badchan, Chazzan, and Rabbonim for the Kiddushin, Ketubah reading, and Sheva Brachos.
- Breaking the Glass: Simultaneous angles of the Chosson, Kallah, parents, and joyful crowd eruption at "Mazel Tov!"
3. Freilach Dancing & Mitzvah Tantz
- Separate-Seating (Mechitzah) Coverage: Dedicated camera coordination for both the men's and women's sides of the hall.
- Lechtig / Traditional Dances: High-energy stabilizer and tripod footage of the lively Chassidishe circles and Badchan rhymes.
- The Mitzvah Tantz: Extended late-night coverage of the Badchan's heartfelt grammen, the gartel dance with the Rebbe, parents, and Chosson.
Our Strict Commitment to Tznius & Family Privacy
We know that for Satmar and Heimishe families, modesty and privacy are non-negotiable. When you book Weddings by Shaka, your family receives the following guarantees in writing:
Tailored Chassidishe Chasunah Collections
Designed specifically for the extended hours and multi-camera needs of Satmar weddings in Kiryas Joel, Monsey, and the Catskills:
| Simcha Collection | Included Coverage & Deliverables | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|
| The Heimishe Simcha Single-Side or Intimate Coverage |
Up to 8 hours continuous coverage (Kabbalas Panim through First Dance Sets), 1 Lead Cinematographer, direct soundboard audio recording from the orchestra/Badchan, and Full-Length Chronological Documentary Edit (2–3 hours) on USB Drive. | Smaller ballroom simchas, Tenoyim / Vort celebrations, or men's-side focused documentation. |
| The Complete Chasunah Most Popular |
Full Chasunah coverage from afternoon preparations through the Mitzvah Tantz (up to 11 hours), 2 Cinematographers (Men's & Women's Mechitzah coverage), multi-track Badchan & choir audio feed, Full-Length Multi-Hour Chasunah Film + 15-Minute Family Highlight Film delivered on 2 Custom Wooden USB Drives. | Full traditional Satmar weddings in Kiryas Joel (Palm Tree), Monsey, or Catskills halls. |
| The Royal Dynasty Suite Multi-Day & Multi-Cam Production |
Unlimited Chasunah day coverage through the final Mitzvah Tantz, 2–3 Camera Operators + Dedicated Audio Engineer, pre-wedding Vort/Tenoyim or Sheva Brachos night coverage, Full Multi-Camera Documentary Edit, and Complete Unedited Raw Footage Hard Drive Archive. | Large community simchas, Rabbinic/Admor family weddings, and multi-day Sheva Brachos celebrations. |
No travel fees within Orange County (Kiryas Joel / Palm Tree / Monroe), Sullivan County, or Ulster County.
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