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  • KillBill Sax

    Hi, my name is Bill Hauser; nice to meet you!I play contemporary jazz instrumentals of classic and modern R&B music (and...Read more pop and classic jazz too).Please check out my videos if you're curious about what I bring to an event!I studied music and performed in various ensembles at Indiana University,...

  • Atlas Band

    Atlas is a Rochester/Syracuse/Buffalo, New York-based wedding entertainment provider. This long-time running ensemble...Read more has become one of the most saught after groups in Upstate NY. Experience is not in short supply as the ensemble has performed alongside some of the music industry’s most well-known...

  • Kugelplex

    Kugelplex, based in San Francisco, California, is a collective of Jewish wedding bands serving the East and the West...Read more Coast. The professional bands are made up of a variety of ensembles that can be tailored to any style of event. Music is at the forefront of any wedding, and the band at Kugelplex...

  • Diamond Empire Band

    High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters,...Read more infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Diamond Empire are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece...

  • Perrone Bros. Entertainment

    Perrone Bros. Entertainment is a boutique entertainment company. Featuring the NY area's most exciting party band, Naked...Read more Soul (9X "Best Live Band" winner in Westchester Magazine from 2014 - 2022), we also offer specialty ensembles, soloists, DJs, and performance artists as well as live sound,...

  • The Uptown Groove

    The Uptown Groove is a wedding band located in Rochester, New York, that services the surrounding region. The 6-piece...Read more group has broad performing experience both individually and collectively, and they delight in sharing their musical talents with couples on their special days. To suit specific...

  • PROJECT ORANGE MUSIC

    Based in New York City, New York, PROJECT ORANGE MUSIC provides live music for weddings. This team strives to be more...Read more than a wedding band, but a full-service concert experience. Services Offered We at PROJECT ORANGE MUSIC offer a variety of music genres from Top 40 to classic rock, hip-hop, Motown,...

  • JK Entertainment Featuring The JK Band

    JK Entertainment Featuring the JK Band is a joyful wedding and party band based out of Jericho, New York. They pride...Read more themselves on their amazing lead and harmony vocals, as well as their exuberant personality, irresistible rhythm and flawless horn section. They’re skilled in a variety of musical...

  • Jaclyn Bell Music

    Jaclyn Bell Music is a wedding musician based in Kansas City, Missouri. Jaclyn’s musical style is a fusion of acoustic...Read more folk and soulful pop, creating a soothing and uplifting ambiance. Her soul-stirring vocals deliver a touching experience that resonates with couples and guests alike. Services...

  • Faze 4 Orchestras

    Faze 4 Orchestras is a live entertainment company based in New York City, New York. This talented ensemble has performed...Read more at over 15,000 events throughout Great Neck, Long Island, and beyond. They provide high-end dance bands for special occasions and strive to make each couple's big day memorable,...

  • The Love Revival Orchestra

    The Love Revival Orchestra is a dynamic and experienced wedding band from New York City. They believe that music is an...Read more integral part of each wedding, and their lively, joyful energy is sure to make your event truly memorable. Couples who book a date with the band can rest assured that they will...

  • The Toast

    Transform your wedding with The Toast's signature blend of outstanding live music and exceptional service. Experience...Read more the captivating performances that have earned accolades from both couples and respected artists. The Toast is a wedding and event band serving Omaha, NE; Sioux Falls, SD; St. Louis...

  • The Sweet Tooth Jazz Band

    The Sweet Tooth Jazz Band magically elevates your party to a celebration that your guests won't soon forget. With more...Read more than 10 years of experience entertaining audiences with pizzazz and sophistication, they are Union Square in New York's best for fun and upbeat vintage music. The band was founded...

  • Bluewater Kings Band

    High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters,...Read more infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece...

  • Peter and the Master Keys

    Peter and the Master Keys is a wedding band based out of New York City. They are able to appear as a trio, a quartet, or...Read more a seven-piece group. Having played an array of prestigious events, they certainly know how to put on a show that lives up to expectations. Owing to their love of performing, they...

  • The Last Nites

    Next live show- Friday, May 17th, 7pm-10 at Red Lion NYC! The Last Nites are a music lovers party band serving NYC,...Read more Brooklyn, Queens, New Jersey, Connecticut upstate New York and just about anywhere else! We play a refreshing mix of songs that stray from the same wedding band standards that you have...

  • Eric Nicolas & One Love

    Eric Nicolas and One Love is the flagship band of One Love Music, a top-flight boutique entertainment company with...Read more offices in New York City and Watch Hill, RI. One Love has rocked hundreds of parties, weddings, concerts, festivals, and special events for over a decade, but they recently made their...

  • The Hook Club

    Based in New York City, The Hook Club is one of the tri-state area's most exciting and unique wedding bands. Owned and...Read more operated by a tight-knit community of musicians, they are known for their attention to every musical detail and the professionalism they bring to every event. Their unconventional...

  • Mod Society

    Mod Society is THE hottest wedding band based in Brooklyn, New York. NEXT SHOWCASE IS Thursday Dec 21st, 7-10pm at The...Read more Red Lion on Bleecker St! Packed dance floor, non-stop dance party, every guest raving after the last song; If this is your vision, say hello to Mod Society! We are an award-winning...

  • Clockwork

    Clockwork is a Boston, Massachusetts-based wedding band that specializes in creating fun entertainment for your...Read more once-in-a-lifetime celebration! Their mission is to keep your guests on the dance floor having the time of their lives all night long. Clockwork is an experienced band, having orchestrated...

  • Arch City Lights

    Serving Columbus, Ohio, and the neighboring areas, Arch City Lights is a premier party band providing high energy, fun...Read more live music! Playing a mixture of classic soul, motown, funk and dance hits to today's top 40 and R&B, with Arch City Lights there’s guaranteed to be a packed dance floor all night...

  • TVK Orchestra

    Based out of Chicago, Illinois, The TVK Orchestra is a band and orchestra that provides live musical entertainment for...Read more weddings and other special occasions. Since 1990, these musicians have brought lively tunes to events in Chicago and across the Midwest region. With the experience of performing for...

  • Emerald Empire Band

    High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters,...Read more infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Emerald Empire are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece...

  • Standing Room Only Orchestra

    Standing Room Only Orchestra is a Chicago, Illinois-based wedding band that prides itself on being a superb musical...Read more entertainment group. Couples can choose amongst a ten-piece orchestra, nine-piece performance orchestra, seven or six-piece band depending on the type of wedding music they wish to...

Wedding Music Bands

Whether you envision a small ensemble as your wedding guests dine, or a large, lively band to provide the soundtrack as you dance the night away, the wedding music you choose is an important element of your Big Day. While musical tastes vary, we can all agree that there’s nothing quite like music to set the desired mood at an event.

Couples have two major options: hiring a wedding DJ or finding the perfect live wedding music band to anchor the celebration. Along with playing any requested tunes and providing essential entertainment, a DJ or wedding music band leader also ensures that your event moves smoothly and fluidly from one amazing moment to the next.

If you decide to go with live music, selecting the right band is crucial. Here are some things to consider when picking your wedding music band.

Choosing the Best Wedding Music Bands

Although your wedding venue may have a list of musicians that they work with, you may not be limited to the names on it. Check the contract to see if you can bring in outside musicians. Also, be familiar with any noise restrictions at the venue, or the need for extra power supplies or any other equipment for your band. Keep in mind that a band will likely take up more space than a DJ, so make sure there are ample accommodations. As with other elements of wedding planning, the more information you have available about your wedding music band in advance, the more smoothly your actual event will run.

Couples should be aware that wedding live bands tend to be more expensive than a DJ – but this is a good area to splurge. A live band provides a rich sound and is a memorable option for your reception. Before booking, ask any potential bands if they are performing at any public events in the near future. If so, you can see them in person and decide if they fit your style. Otherwise, ask for some videos of past performances. After searching around, reading reviews and possibly seeing potential wedding bands perform, you'll be ready to make your selection.

Selecting Songs for Your Wedding Music Band

Before your event, we recommend giving your chosen wedding music band two specific song lists. One should be songs and musical genres you absolutely want to hear, along with when you want to hear them (such as processional, recessional, first dance and mother-son/ father-daughter dance). The other list should be songs and musical categories you don’t want them to play.

Give some thought to your guests in attendance. While nobody is disputing that it's your special day, you also want your friends, family and loved ones to have a good time. You might add some classic songs and/or fast and slow songs to encourage everyone to dance.

WeddingWire offers plenty of resources for finding the right wedding live band to suit your musical desires. Don't forget to check online reviews for advice from couples who have previously hired your band. Start your search and find the live wedding music to complete your celebration!

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