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Brian Kirk & the Jirks are an energetic, interactive 8-12 piece celebration band hailing from the Jersey shore. Brimming with talent and charisma, our song list is limitless and spans from today's hits to traditional classics- and we play continuous music throughout your entire wedding. We offer unparalleled services to customize your wedding- from your ceremony and cocktail hour to your wedding reception. We will learn songs specifically for your wedding, making your special dances extraordinary! With our full production of lighting and sound, your wedding will be nothing short of an exclusive concert.

Band leader & front man, Brian Kirk has been engaging audiences for over 2 decades! Brian will act as your Master of Ceremonies throughout your entire wedding, creating smooth transitions and hand picking the songs that get and keep your guests dancing all night long! BK&J have enlisted an all star cast of musicians that play with experience, boldness, accuracy and pure love of the art form. Along with Brian are the incredible vocals of Steve Johnson, David Pershan and Kristin Cochran, backed by thick vocal harmonies and multiple instrumentation including a 3-piece horn section. BK&J have the ability to play an extremely diverse repertoire of songs complete with great groove and accomplished solos, from rock, funk, pop, hip hop/rap, country, swing, jazz, oldies, or modern songs. Whatever the style, Brian Kirk & The Jirks play it and play it well!

When you book BK&J for your wedding, you get the full attention of not just our band leader, but our entire professional staff. All of our clients get the one-on-one attention they deserve with their own personal events coordinator, who is available at all hours of the day to answer your questions and put your mind at ease! Furthermore, with Brian's 2 decades of experience comes an abundance of knowledge, expertise, attention to the smallest of detail and his calming disposition.

Brian Kirk & the Jirks are the perfect balance of chic and elegance and are one of the top bands in the tri-state area. We have been rated by The Knot, Wedding Wire, Bride's Choice Awards and most importantly our clients (read their testimonials here). Our reputation speaks for itself. Come meet the band and delight in the experience BK&J has to offer. And we'll see you on your big day!

Contact us today for a personalized quote and to speak with our events coordinator, Nicole: Nicole@JirksEvents.com

CEREMONY:

We offer several unique options for your ceremony. Each option gives you the ability to choose from traditional ceremony music (“Wedding March” or “Canon In D”) to contemporary music (“Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” “I’m Yours,” or “Beautiful Day”)- or a mix of both! Set the mood with an endless amount of song possibilities. We’ve even had the privilege to help replicate the recessional song scene from the movie “Love Actually” (view that scene here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNzt9TbiVVc)!

Ceremony Options:

  • DJ
  • Pianist
  • Violinist
  • Acoustic Guitarist
  • Upright Bass
  • 2-piece ensemble
  • 3-piece ensemble
  • 4-piece ensemble

COCKTAIL HOUR:

From elegant piano to soulful jazz ensembles, your options are limitless for your cocktail hour! We offer an acoustic guitarist perfect for beach-themed music, a saxophonist to create the mood of New York City, a DJ for your favorite top 40's or a violinist perfect for Vitamin String Quartet replicas. Our ensembles can provide any genre you desire, including a Mardi Gras themed cocktail hour!

Cocktail Hour Options:

  • DJ
  • Pianist
  • Acoustic Guitarist
  • Violinist
  • Saxophonist
  • Upright Bass
  • Female Vocalist
  • Percussionist
  • 2-piece ensemble
  • 3-piece ensemble
  • 4-piece ensemble

RECEPTION:

Brian Kirk & the Jirks have entertained Brides and Grooms and their guests at over 60 weddings a year for the past 2 decades. We perform with the same high energry that we would if we were playing to a sold out arena. We customize your wedding to fit your personality- including but not limited to the song selection, attire and layout of the evening. We provide the experience that leaves you and your guests saying "that was the best wedding I have ever been to!"

Band Options:

  • 9-piece band: female vocalist, 2 guitarists/vocalists, bassist/vocalist, keyboardist/vocalist, drummer, saxophonist/rapper, trumpeter, and trombonist DJ
  • 10-piece band: female vocalist, 2 guitarists/vocalists, bassist/vocalist, keyboardist/vocalist, drummer, saxophonist/rapper, saxophonist, trumpeter, and trombonist DJ
  • 11-piece band: female vocalist, 2 guitarists/vocalists, bassist/vocalist, keyboardist/vocalist, drummer, saxophonist/rapper, saxophonist, 2 trumpeters, and trombonist DJ
  • 12-piece band: female vocalist, 2 guitarists/vocalists, bassist/vocalist, keyboardist/vocalist, drummer, saxophonist/rapper, saxophonist, 2 trumpeters, and 2 trombonists DJ

Contact us today for a personalized quote and to speak with our events coordinator, Nicole: Nicole@JirksEvents.com

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What is the price of your popular wedding package?

$10,000

Which of the following are included in the package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Big Band
Blues
Classic Rock
Classical
Country
Dance
Folk
Funk
Hip Hop
Jazz
Motown
Oldies
Orchestra
Pop
Punk Rock
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock
Strings
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Karaoke Services
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System
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Reviews of Brian Kirk & the Jirks

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Brian Kirk and the Jirks are highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings. They are praised for their incredible talent, energy, and ability to keep the dance floor packed all night. The band is described as the best decision made for the wedding and guests are still raving about them even after a year. The band's interaction with the crowd and inclusion of a horn section during performances is also highly appreciated. Overall, reviewers recommend booking Brian Kirk and the Jirks to make your wedding night incredible.

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Brian Kirk and the Jirks are highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings. They are praised for their incredible talent, energy, and ability to keep the dance floor packed all night. The band is described as the best decision made for the wedding and guests are still raving about them even after a year. The band's interaction with the crowd and inclusion of a horn section during performances is also highly appreciated. Overall, reviewers recommend booking Brian Kirk and the Jirks to make your wedding night incredible.

Erin
Erin L. Sent on 11/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Best, Most Entertaining Wedding Band Going

I grew up going to see Brian Kirk and the Jirks play bars at the beach and when it came time to our wedding, I was delighted when they came in the recommended vendors list of our photographer (Idalia Photography). We got lucky the date was available and that they also wanted to play our unique venue, Battleship New Jersey. Every song was played live, even ones we expected them to play on CD, even our first dance song; the saxophone and the horns were incredible hits. Brian is a great master of ceremonies and got even the most sour faced older people involved before pivoting to tons of dance floor hits the rest of the night. We cut our cake to Cake and the bride came out to Jersey Girl on saxophone. It was an incredible night and everyone couldn't stop talking about the band. They made the night and we couldn't be more grateful
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Katie M. Sent on 07/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Look no further for an amazing wedding band!

If you are looking for an incredible band to play at your wedding…LOOK NO FURTHER!!! In fact, we booked BK&J before even signing our venue contract because we knew we had to have them at our wedding. During our entire wedding no one sat down! BK&J gets the crowd excited, moving, and reads the room/atmosphere to play music that will continue to please the crowd! Elizabeth helps you plan and answer all of your endless questions you might have while planning for the big day! BK&J will make your special night incredible! Plus, what other bands have their horns section join the crowd while playing?!
Caitlin
Caitlin O. Sent on 05/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A++++++ Wedding Band!!!

Brian Kirk and the Jirks were the only band we ever considered for our wedding, and we could not be happier with that decision. The wedding was the best night of our lives and that is mostly in part due to this band!! The dance floor was packed the entire night, and all of our guests told us that it was the most fun wedding they have ever been to. We've been seeing Brian at his local shows for 10 years now, but nothing even compares to the show that they put on at a wedding!! 10/10 recommend to anyone getting married! The band makes the night!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
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