Weddings
Elegant. Timeless. Unforgettable. Live Music for Chicago Weddings
Your wedding deserves a soundtrack as beautiful as the day itself. Northside Brass Music Co. is a Chicago wedding band and live music company providing elegant music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions throughout Chicago and the Midwest. From the first note of your ceremony to the final song of the night, our professional musicians create a seamless musical experience that elevates every moment.
Whether you envision a Chicago string quartet for your ceremony, a romantic brass ensemble for cocktail hour, a smooth jazz band for dinner, or a high-energy Chicago wedding band for the reception, our musicians bring unmatched artistry, professionalism, and polish to every celebration. When you book one of our ensembles, we can also provide uplighting, dance-floor lighting, and a custom curated playlist (similar to a DJ) to keep the celebration flowing and your dance floor full all night long.
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Wedding Ceremony Music
Walk down the aisle to live wedding ceremony music performed by Chicago wedding musicians. Choose from timeless classics, modern love songs, or custom arrangements tailored to your vision.
Popular ceremony options include:
Chicago Brass Quintet
A majestic, celebratory sound perfect for grand entrances and joyful recessional music.
Chicago String Quartet
Elegant and romantic live music for wedding ceremonies, from classical favorites to modern love songs.
Solo Wedding Musicians
Solo trumpet, violin, cello, or vocalist with organ or piano — ideal for traditional church ceremonies or intimate venues.
Cocktail Hour & Dinner Music
Set the perfect atmosphere with live wedding cocktail hour music in Chicago, creating sophisticated background music that encourages conversation and connection.
Popular options include:
Chicago Jazz Quartet
Vintage jazz and Great American Songbook favorites (trumpet/sax/vocals, piano, bass, drums) — perfect for elegant cocktail hours.
Chicago String Quartet
Elegant live music from Beethoven to Taylor Swift, ideal for cocktail hour and dinner receptions.
Custom Wedding Playlists
Professionally curated playlists between sets to match your style, venue, and overall wedding vibe.
Reception & Dancing
When it’s time to celebrate, our live ensembles bring energy, excitement, and unforgettable moments to the dance floor. To enhance the experience, we provide professional uplighting, dance-floor lighting, and a seamless custom playlist (Like a DJ) that keeps the party moving between live sets.
Reception favorites include:
7-Piece Swing Band for timeless big-band energy (Sinatra, Dinner, Dancing + Custom Playlist)
High-energy brass or jazz ensembles for dancing and grand entrances
Your guests will dance, sing, and talk about your wedding for years to come.
Why Couples Choose Northside Brass
Experienced, conservatory-trained professionals
Seamless communication & detailed planning
Custom song requests for ceremony & reception
Professional lighting, sound, and playlists included
Liability insurance & clear contracting
Flexible packages for venues of all sizes
Serving Chicago, the suburbs, and the greater Midwest
“Northside Brass made our ceremony absolutely magical — the sound filled the room and moved everyone to tears.”
— Allison & David, Chicago, IL
Sample Packages
(Custom packages available upon request)
Ceremony Only – $1,500+
Brass or string ensemble (up to 1 hour)
Ceremony + Cocktail Hour – $2,000+
Includes all setup and transitions
Full Wedding Experience – Starting at $4,500+
Live ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner music, reception band, plus lighting and custom playlist
(Travel, setup, lighting, and sound equipment included in all packages)
Recent Weddings
Herrington Inn, Geneva — Brass Quintet
Morton Arboretum, Lisle — String Quartet Ceremony
The Old Post Office, Chicago — 7-Piece Swing Band
Warehouse 109, Plainfield — Brass & Jazz Reception
Let’s Create the Soundtrack to Your Day
Tell us your vision — we’ll help you design every musical moment with care and expertise.
Availability fills quickly, especially during peak wedding season.
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📧 ryan@northsidebrass.com
📍 Serving Chicago, Fox Valley & Beyond
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“We hired the String Quartet for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, and they were phenomenal, we got so many compliments! They created a customized playlist, were great about communicating, and we would highly recommend them! (Josh and Kristen, 9/17/22)