When this trio came down the aisle, smiles lit up the room all around. The joy was undeniable, and we adore how Erin & Dave chose to honor their grandparents on their wedding day. Flower grandmothers are the absolute BEST!
A shoutout to the Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks, MI – our Chicago wedding band Carol Sarlas Orchestra had a blast playing in this cool space. This is just a quick ceremony processional moment. Much more coming from the reception and dancing. What a party!
When love, timeless elegance, and pure joy come together, the result is an unforgettable celebration. Nicole & Connor’s wedding with the best Chicago wedding band in the stunning Monroe Room of the University Club of Chicago was nothing short of magical.
From the very first note, music played a starring role in their special day. The Artistrings pop string quartet set the perfect mood for the ceremony with a mix of fun and heartfelt selections, including Lucky by Jason Mraz, I’ll Be There by The Jackson 5, Marry Me by Train, and Young & Beautiful by Lana Del Rey. The processional began with the serene Fields of Gold by Sting before transitioning into the classic Can’t Help Falling in Love by Elvis. Then, as Nicole made her breathtaking entrance, the enchanting melody of Christmas Canon by Trans-Siberian Orchestra filled the room. This Chicago wedding ceremony concluded with a joyful recessional to New York, New York, as the room erupted in applause.
The celebration continued with the Chris Sarlas Orchestra curating the perfect soundtrack for the evening. Our pianist set the tone during cocktail hour before our six-piece band accompanied dinner and Nicole & Connor’s first dance. As the night unfolded, we expanded to our full 11-piece ensemble—complete with a full horn section, four dynamic vocalists, and a high-energy rhythm section—to keep the dance floor packed all night.
Check out the reel to experience every unforgettable moment, from the elegant ceremony to the electrifying reception, all in the breathtaking setting of this historic venue overlooking Michigan Avenue.
Our vendor partners for this picture-perfect Chicago wedding:
Venue: University Club of Chicago – Michigan Room
Floral: HMR Designs
Planning: Olive Fine Weddings
Beauty: Charles Ifergan
Gown: Mira Couture
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Walking down the aisle to H.E.R.’s ‘Best Part’ isn’t just an entrance—it’s a whole mood 🥰 Loving how this processional came together at The Exchange Chicago for Roger & Simone’s special day. With a stripped-down acoustic string quartet arrangement, this soulful love song set the perfect mood for the groom and wedding party to make their entrance. Dreamy, relaxing, and deeply emotional vibes for the win at this Chicago wedding ceremony!
The Artistrings pop string quartet joined forces with vocalist Slique Jay Adams and Spark Entertainment Group on this one. Expert event planning from Five Grain Events, while Yanni Design Studio outdid themselves with the decor.
This Chicago luxury wedding was an absolute dream! The space had amazing acoustics, making it an unforgettable experience for our Chicago string quartet. 🎻✨
Andrea & Andre chose one of the most iconic rooms in Chicago for their wedding day, and we’re still crushing on every single moment. Cathedral Hall in the University Club of Chicago is a room unlike any other. From Bridgerton ceremony music with the Artistrings pop string trio, to dancing with the Chris Sarlas Orchestra Chicago wedding band, it was an incredible day from start to finish. Expert wedding planning coordination from Shannon Gail Events ensured that every detail was perfection.
So, is it possible for peaceful, perfect and wedding to coexist in one sentence as truth?
Your favorite Chicago wedding band is here with the news that you want to hear: Yes, you CAN have a peaceful, perfect wedding day. Just take some advice from our friend Kara.
She worked hard on her wedding plans. Top to bottom. She planned every single minute of her timeline, and had an exact image of her day with vision boards to prove it. After she spent a year organizing her ideas, she then went and searched for vendors to bring her vision to life.
Thing is, by the time she went to search for vendors, her wedding was two months away. And, she was on a tight budget.
Who isn’t on a budget? Am I right?
She had very specific ideas, and she wanted them done well, quickly, and cheap.
What she found was that she could only find two of those qualities with any given vendor.
Done well and quick was not cheap.
Done quick and cheap would not be done well.
Done cheap and well would not be done quick.
And, learning this lesson made Kara anything but peaceful. Her advice is this: if you’re working with a limited budget, plan ahead and give yourself WAY more time than you think you’ll need, so that you have the best shot at finding vendors who fit your vision.
Then, you’ll be peaceful.
And when you’re peaceful, you’re right there ready for that perfect wedding day.
If peaceful vibes are your thing and you like classic rock (and most importantly, The Eagles), check this one out:
Wishing you a peaceful easy transition into April and springtime 💐
