A Dance Floor Your Guests Will Never Forget.
The Carol Sarlas Orchesta is designed for celebrations that want
serious energy on the dance floor.

When the music is right, the entire room feels it. Whether you're planning a fundraiser, gala, corporate celebration, or wedding, the band will be what your guests remember long after the night is over. You’ve been to enough events to know — when the music hits, the dance floor fills and the whole room comes alive. And if the first day of the rest of your life isn’t the perfect reason to throw the most incredible party imaginable… what is? Let’s make it a night no one wants to end.

Wonder what a truly packed dance floor sounds like?

LIVE video. It's how we (rock &) roll.

In live entertainment, there are no second chances. What you see here is exactly what happens in the room when we play.

No overdubs.
No studio tricks.
Just the band — exactly how you'll hear us at your party.
Choosing the right band shouldn’t be left to chance.

The Voices That Drive the Party

Taylor. From the Jazz Showcase to the House of Blues, Taylor’s passion for singing is unmistakable. Her love of music began at the age of three when her father introduced her to the Dave Matthews Band, and the rest is history. Taylor’s commanding precision and expressive voice shine across a wide range of styles, from artists like Adele, Lady Gaga, and P!nk to modern stars such as Dua Lipa, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Taylor Swift. Whether she’s delivering soulful R&B, pop anthems, or jazz standards, Taylor brings both power and elegance to every performance.

Judah. The spark that ignites the dance floor. From the first song to the last encore, he’s driving the energy — singing, playing percussion, and pulling guests right into the party. Known for jumping onto the dance floor and interacting with the crowd, Judah blurs the line between stage and celebration. Tambourine in hand and rhythm locked in with the band, he layers percussion into the groove all night long while keeping the room fully engaged. From Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and Lionel Richie to Bruno Mars, Pitbull, and Outkast, Judah’s fearless stage presence and nonstop energy elevate the party into full-blown frenzy mode.

Ryan. From rock & pop to country, R&B, and standards, Ryan brings explosive energy and crowd interaction that gets everybody moving. His repertoire spans Ed Sheeran, Backstreet Boys, Maroon 5, Journey, Bon Jovi, Van Morrison, The Rolling Stones, Zac Brown Band, Queen, Frank Sinatra, Elton John and Frankie Valli. A talented multi-instrumentalist and winner of Chicago's Got Talent, Ryan is one of the driving forces behind the Carol Sarlas Orchestra.

Uneq'ka. With a rich and soulful R&B sound, Uneq'ka’s voice blends power, warmth, and elegance. Her style draws inspiration from artists like Sade, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey, while also embracing the modern sounds of Beyoncé, H.E.R., and Jazmine Sullivan. A true chameleon of musical style, Uneq'ka brings heartfelt emotion to every song she sings. Her captivating stage presence has been featured at Chicago venues including the Jazz Showcase, Martyrs, and the House of Blues.

No Studio Tricks. Just the Band.

These recordings were captured live in performance.
No autotune.
No overdubs.
No studio magic.
Just the band — exactly how you'll hear us at your event.
Because the only sound that matters…
is the one happening in the room.

Download the Carol Sarlas Orchestra songlist (PDF)

Hey, don't take our word for it.

Here's what our clients say…

"WOW!!! Best. Wedding. Band. EVER. If you want your guests calling you for weeks saying that was the best band they have ever seen and how amazing your wedding was, GO WITH THESE GUYS!"

Robert E., Chicago, IL

"I can't even count how many compliments I received about how my wedding band was so incredible. I have had so many people tell me that they can't remember the last time they danced that hard -- that's all I wanted. I could not be more happy I went with Carol Sarlas for my wedding day. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!"

Caitlin W., Evanston, IL

"They made every aspect of working with them easy and fun from the beginning planning stages through execution and day of. Our wedding was amazing and memorable forever for so many reasons and it's due to the Carol Sarlas Orchestra. They freaking rocked the house!!! Worth every penny!!"

Josie L., Arlington Heights, IL

"Working with Sarlas Music was one of my favorite experiences from the entire wedding planning process. From our very first meeting, we were confident we made the right decision. It was important for us to maintain a dance party from beginning to end, which is exactly what we had. Carol listened to all of our ideas and requests, and provided wonderful suggestions, too - proving that they're truly experts at what they do. We received numerous compliments from our guests, and kept the dance floor packed all night long. Best. Band. Ever!"

Kristina & Kevin, New York, NY

"I highly recommend this group to anyone looking for a wedding or event band!! Working with Chris and Carol was as easy as it gets. They are super nice, down-to-earth folks and I felt 100% sure that my MC for the night wouldn't make it about them or the band, but about US. I did not get this sentiment from the other bands I interviewed. Such a fantastic band!!!"

Natalie, Chicago, IL

"Every text we received after the wedding telling us how much fun people had was followed up by 'Who was the band? They were amazing!' Without question, hiring this band was the best choice we made for our wedding. If you're looking at a few different bands and trying to decide, the decision is easy. Choose Sarlas if you want the most amazing wedding ever, and get ready for a ton of compliments!"

Julie, Evanston, IL

"The number one comment from guests about our reception...'OMG, where did you find that band! They were incredible!!' I think that says it all!"

Annali, Chicago, IL

"Carol and the band LITERALLY had everyone on the dance floor in a matter of one song and the floor was packed until after the band had finished for the evening."

Tina, Gala at The Palmer House

Get in touch

The one thing we hear over and over again from our clients? “We never had to worry about the music — you were our easiest vendor to work with!”

If the thought of stress-free music planning makes your heart sing, please tell us a little about your event, and we’ll be in touch asap.

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Or... give us a call at 847 780 8900. We can’t wait to hear from you!