Some wedding entrances feel big.
Others feel unforgettable.
Tess & Tommy’s entrance at The American Club was built for a moment — and delivered on every level.
Every detail built for this moment 🧨
As guests turned toward the dance floor, the scene was already set: a pristine white floor, layers of white florals, and candles stretching as far as the eye could see. Then the cold sparklers hit.
Right on cue, the Chris Sarlas Orchestra launched into “TNT” — live, loud, and perfectly timed.
And just like that, the room exploded.
A Chicago Wedding Band, Live in Kohler
For couples planning a Kohler wedding or destination celebration, this is the difference a top-tier Chicago wedding band brings.
This wasn’t just an entrance song playing in the background.
This was a live performance driving the moment — building anticipation, hitting every accent, and pushing the energy exactly where it needed to go.
From the first note, Tess & Tommy owned the room.
Luxury Wedding Energy, From the First Step
This reception was the definition of a luxury wedding — where design and music work together to create something immersive:
- Cold sparklers timed to the music for maximum impact
- A white-on-white design that felt elevated and cinematic
- Candlelight layered throughout the space for warmth and depth
And at the center of it all: a live band that understands how to shape a moment, not just play through it.
For any luxury wedding planner or couple designing a high-end experience, this is what transforms a beautiful room into a fully realized celebration.
Why Live Music Changes the Entrance
An entrance like this only works when everything is in sync.
Timing. Energy. Awareness of the room.
That’s what you’re seeing here — a moment crafted in real time, and the results were second to none.
The Team Behind the Moment
Event Planner: Elegante Weddings & Events
Florist: Yanni Design Studio
Beauty: Glam Atelier Chicago
Music: Sarlas Music — Chris Sarlas Orchestra
Venue: The American Club
If you’re planning a Kohler American Club wedding or looking for Chicago wedding entertainment that creates moments like this from the very first entrance, we’d love to be part of it.