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What is the story behind Sarlas Music?

Sarlas Music offers live-music entertainment in the Chicago area. This wedding band wants to get to know you so that they can customize an entertainment package with your vision and deliver an energetic performance to keep your dance floor packed all night long. Their talented musicians play the best new sounds you love and engage guests throughout the night.

Experience
The band was placed in the top five wedding bands by CBS Chicago. Members regularly perform on the Fox TV show Empire, with touring acts such as Stevie Wonder, and with Broadway in Chicago shows including Hamilton.

Services Offered
Choose from upbeat strings to more traditional ensembles. With customized options from ceremony music through the last dance of the night, trust Sarlas Music’s constant communication to ensure a seamless entertainment experience. Add new songs to the extensive song list they already provide. Packages include:

  • MC
  • Willing to travel
  • Music during breaks
  • Vocals
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Ceremony
  • Cocktail hour
  • Reception
  • Liability insurance
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What is included in Sarlas Music's packages?

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

7+

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

Acoustic
Big Band
Blues
Classic Rock
Classical
Country
Dance
Funk
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
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

What are real couples saying about their experience with Sarlas Music in reviews?

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Sarlas Music is highly praised for delivering energetic, versatile live sets that kept dance floors packed all night. Reviewers applaud their professionalism, clear communication, and tailored planning, including learning special first-dance songs and providing elegant strings for ceremonies. Guests raved about their ability to read the room, emcee smoothly, and even save last-minute bookings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Sarlas Music is highly praised for delivering energetic, versatile live sets that kept dance floors packed all night. Reviewers applaud their professionalism, clear communication, and tailored planning, including learning special first-dance songs and providing elegant strings for ceremonies. Guests raved about their ability to read the room, emcee smoothly, and even save last-minute bookings.

Samantha
Samantha Sent on 10/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best band ever!

Sarlas Music is THE band to get for your wedding or any event where your goal is to bring people together, dance the night away, and hear everyone say, "that was the best band I've ever heard" for weeks after. We hired Sarlas Music for our wedding and it was the best decision we made. They are incredibly professional and ensure everything is buttoned up in advance of the big day so all you have to do is show up and let them do their thing. They were instrumental in making our day so incredible, and they will be our first call for all future events. Hire them immediately -- you won't regret it!
K
Katie Sent on 10/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

First vendor we booked - for a reason!

I truly cannot say enough amazing things about Sarlas!! They were hands down one of the absolute highlights of our wedding, and we could not have been happier with our experience from start to finish! I first saw Sarlas perform at my sister’s wedding and knew right then that whenever I got married, I HAD to have them at mine. They were the very first vendor we booked, and it was easily one of the best decisions we made! Not only are they incredibly talented performers, but the entire planning experience was exceptional. Chris and Carol were responsive, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in making our wedding feel personal to us. They took the time to understand what was important to us, offered fantastic guidance and feedback, learned songs that were meaningful to us, and even helped us find the PERFECT first dance song. It was clear throughout the process how much they cared about making our night special. And the performance itself? Absolutely UNREAL. The energy, talent, and ability to engage the crowd were beyond anything we could have imagined. Our dance floor was packed the ENTIRE night, and our guests have not stopped raving about how incredible Sarlas was! They knew exactly how to read the room, keep the energy high, and make sure everyone was having the best time. Sarlas truly exceeded every expectation, both in the months leading up to the wedding and on the day itself. If you're considering booking them, DO IT. I cannot recommend them highly enough. We would choose them again a thousand times over!!
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 09/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Would highly recommend !!

Would highly recommend this band!! We hired their strings for our intimate ceremony on Friday & it was so dreamy. The strings were so beautiful & perfect for the setting. Then on Saturday, for our larger reception, the band was 10/10. During the cocktail hour - the music was spot on . And for the dancing - it was everything we were looking for & more. We truly were smiling/singing/laughing the entire night & have had several people reach out afterwards, asking who the band was. I would hire them again in a heartbeat
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 08/25/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Wedding Band!

From the jump, Carol and Chris set the tone for what would be the absolute highlight of our entire wedding (besides getting married, of course!). In our intro call, they took real time to understand our music taste, preferences, and what we were looking to gain, ensuring we felt we could tailor a package to suit our needs.

We ended up having another call with them once booked to walk through the entirety of the day down to every minute details - something we really appreciated as there were things they pointed out about flow that we hadn't even considered. Not only that but they were responsive within a day to every question we asked over email.

We ended up booking the Carol Sarlas Orchestra for our evening wedding entertainment and boy did they deliver! They brought professionalism, fun, and an incredible sound to every song they performed. At many points, the singers interacted with the crowd which got the whole dance floor engaged. From jazz standards, to pop, country, and rock, their sound was perfect for every song and I always felt like we were getting the highest quality.

What I really want folks to understand is that Chris and Carol truly make you feel special and heard through every step of the process. They made key recommendations, were flexible, and when the day came, brought the house down in the best way. We would work with them again a thousand times!
O
Orion Sent on 07/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Sarlas

The Carol Sarlas Band helped make our wedding the most special night ever. The strings duo was perfect in setting the tone for the processional/ceremony. The band was super energetic and really accentuated our three first dances, and then they kept everyone else on the dance floor all night long. Guests were showering us with compliments the entire night regarding the music. We really appreciated Carol’s leadership and organization. Carol and Chris were consummate professionals throughout the entire process. Highly recommend!
ALiban
Aliban Sent on 07/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Just amazing…!

We are absolutely thrilled to share our experience with Sarlas Music for our wedding! They were nothing short of amazing and truly made our celebration unforgettable. From the moment they started playing, the dance floor was packed, and it never emptied throughout the night!

Each member of the band exhibited incredible talent, and together they harmonized perfectly to create an incredible atmosphere that kept our guests engaged and entertained. Their energy was contagious—everyone, from the little ones to our parents, couldn’t resist joining in on the fun.

One of the standout moments was when the groom had the chance to play the drums with the band. It was such a special experience that brought joy to our kids and added an extra layer of magic to our wedding day. Seeing their dad perform like that will be a cherished memory for our family forever.

We couldn’t have asked for a better band to complement our celebration. Sarlas Music delivered an unforgettable performance that was a huge part of what made our wedding truly magical. Thank you for providing such incredible music and for making our special day one we will never forget! We highly recommend Sarlas Music to anyone looking to elevate their wedding reception!
Jim
Jim Sent on 06/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our Wedding

Working with Carol and Chris/Sarlas Music for our wedding was fantastic as they seamlessly interjected and wove their immense experience regarding live music with what we wanted to achieve for our wedding. The result was the music/the band provided the pulse and set the awesome tone for the evening--the dance floor was packed until it was time to say goodnight. Have received countless texts from guests saying it was the best band they have ever seen at a wedding. Sarlas Music completely nailed it!
B
Bill Sent on 06/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Band for a June Wedding at your Club, Northfield, IL

From the first moment of inquiry to the Wedding day, Chris provided timely and thoughtful recommendations and extremely helpful in coordinating the planned timeline. The singers and musicians were spectacular and were complimented by all guests.
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 05/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding band!!!!

Hands down, one of the best decisions we made for our wedding was selecting Sarlas for our band!! From the very beginning of our planning, we knew they were the right choice for us and they absolutely over exceeded our expectations on our wedding night! The band brought SO much energy to the dance floor and kept it packed all night long!! They were so fun, vocals were amazing, strings and band absolutely crushed it! Every single one of our guests have commented on how incredible the band was. Thank you, thank you for making it the best night of our lives!
Rose
Rose Sent on 12/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Band

Hiring Sarlas Band for our wedding was a no-brainer. After seeing them perform at my sister’s wedding, I knew they’d be perfect for ours. Their energy was incredible, the music kept everyone on the dance floor all night, and our guests had an absolute blast. We couldn’t recommend them more!
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What awards has Sarlas Music won?

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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Do wedding professionals recommend Sarlas Music? Which ones?

4 Endorsements
National Hellenic Museum National Hellenic Museum Rooftop Weddings

I have known and worked with Sarlas Music for several years at weddings, cocktail parties and galas. Chris and Carol are extremely professional as well as being amazing musicians. They play all types of music and have all sizes of bands. We hired them for our fundraising Gala held at Navy Pier this past May and they were just fantastic. We had a trio during cocktails and a big band before, during and after dinner for some dancing prior to the act we brought in from Greece. Quite frankly, they outplayed the other group by a million miles. The vocalists were so good and when they switched to Greek dancing music after the auction... let's just say there was a LOT of dancing. Highly recommend them for any event.

STEPHANIE ROGERS BAND STEPHANIE ROGERS BAND Wedding Bands

Chris is the ultimate professional and his band is AWESOME! :)

Artistrings Artistrings Wedding Musicians

If you want a packed dance floor from beginning to end, this is the band to call. The vocalists are almost too good to be true. Chris is the most honest, hard-working, talented bandleader you will find, and he will work tirelessly to make sure that your wedding is perfect. He returns calls promptly, is the nicest guy you will ever meet, and is an incredible MC who will get your guests up and on their feet, dancing the night away. They offer literally hundreds of live video clips so you can watch them from the comfort of your own home. Look no further. This band is IT!!

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