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About Us:

David Rothstein Music is a talented and experienced wedding band based in Evanston, Illinois. This music company is made up of talented professional musicians who can perform a wide variety of genres and musical styles. They take the time to create a personalized playlist for every client, allowing them to sing along to their favorite songs on their special day. From romantic backing tracks at your ceremony to crowd-pleasing ballads at your reception, they are here to entertain you throughout your wedding celebration.

Experience

David Rothstein Music has 25 years of experience in performing at wedding celebrations. David hosts the most popular wedding radio show on Blog Talk Radio, Wedding 101. He's written hundreds of helpful articles on his blog for couples planning their big day. Additionally, David and his band have performed at nearly every venue in the Chicago area. Having worked together for years, this close-knit collective can offer a seamless, engaging performance for you, expertly playing all your favorite songs.

Services Offered:

David Rothstein Music offers constant communication between their musicians and their clients to ensure that every couple’s vision is fulfilled. Depending on your musical needs, they can play throughout your wedding day or just for the reception. They can also bring a DJ to ensure the music stays playing late into the night. Other available services from this talented band include:

  • Free song requests
  • Separate ceremony musicians
  • Designated Emcee
  • Personal Touches
  • Ceremony planning guide
  • State-of-the-art sound system
  • 7-14 Piece Orchestra
  • Stage Lights
  • DJ
  • Over 2,000 songs in their repertoire

Frequently asked questions

What is the average price for a wedding reception during peak season?

$9,000 - $12,000

What is the average price for a wedding reception during off-peak season?

$6,000 - $9,000

Which of the following are included in the price?

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

What is the price of your popular wedding package?

$9,000

Which of the following are included in the package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

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
Caribbean
Classic Rock
Classical
Country
Dance
Folk
Funk
Gospel
Hip Hop
International
Jazz
Latin
Motown
Oldies
Orchestra
Pop
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock
Strings
Swing

What music services do you provide?

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

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Projector
Sound/PA System
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Any other questions?

Reviews of David Rothstein Music

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4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
277 Reviews
99% recommend it
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    5 out of 5 rating
Bridget
Bridget B. Sent on 08/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Part of our wedding!!

David Rothstein Music was the first vendor we hired! From the moment we got off the initial call with him - we just knew this band was going to deliver! David was great in his communicating and planning. He not only has his band but he MC'd the reception to keep the flow going! All I wanted was people to dance and our wedding and my hope was exceeded because how great the band was! They invited the groom on stage to sing Country Roads, allowed my little cousin to dance on stage, they learned new songs that were special to us. Hiring this band was worth every penny and more! I cant say enough how amazing they were!!!
Alana
Alana P. Sent on 08/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing company - loved our experience!

We hired David Rothstein's music company for our August 2024 wedding and they are absolutely wonderful and I highly recommend! We went with the piano/violinist for the ceremony, jazz trio for cocktail hour /dinner, and a DJ with saxophone player for dancing. We couldn't have been happier with the experience. I wanted live music for most of the wedding but knew I wanted a DJ for the danicng. This was the perfect set! All of the live muscians were incredibly professional, highly skilled, and contributed to an amazing atmospohere of live music for the evening. The DJ was also incredible!! David of course was a wonderful emcee and was super helpful for the planning process! We had a great time dancing the night away. Overall 10/10 experience!!!
Abigail
Abigail D. Sent on 09/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

David Rothstein made our wedding!

We got married on August 17, 2024 at The Abbey in Fontana, WI. The David Rothstein Band was a preferred vendor for The Abbey. While the band was ~2x our original budget toward music, it was 1,000% worth it. David Rothstein is communicative, responsive, and detail-oriented. Throughout our planning process, he got to know Dan and me and realized Billy Joel was one of our favorite artists. As a wedding present, the band presented autographed sheet music for "New York State of Mind," given Dan and I met in New York, and an autographed photo of Billy Joel and asked our guests to sign the back of each frame. They're now hanging in our living room and are a perfect reminder of the best night of our lives! We'd recommend DRS to ANY individual looking for a total banger of a party!
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Team

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Professional Network & Endorsements

21 Endorsements
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Absolute pleasure to work with!

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David Rothstein Music brings to the table the highest level of musicianship and professionalism in the Chicago area wedding market today.

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David Rothstein Music was here for a large wedding in July and they were fantastic! What impressed me the most was their setup. A band setup can be very obtrusive to a formal, elegant wedding setup, but the bands setup was so professional and only complemented the wedding's decor. Would love to have them back!

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