Weddings by Northside Brass Music Co.
Elegant. Timeless. Unforgettable.
Your wedding deserves a soundtrack as beautiful as the day itself.
At Northside Brass Music Co., we provide live music that sets the perfect mood — from the first note of your ceremony to the last song of the night.
Whether you imagine a classical string quartet, romantic brass ensemble, smooth jazz trio, or an energetic DJ + live musician combo, our Chicago-based team brings unmatched artistry, reliability, and polish to every celebration.
Live Music for Every Moment
We help couples design a seamless musical experience that flows through the entire day:
Ceremony
Walk down the aisle to live music performed by world-class musicians.
Choose from timeless classics, modern love songs, or custom requests.
Popular Options:
Brass Quintet for a majestic, celebratory sound
String Quartet for elegance and romance
Solo Trumpet or Violin + Organ or Piano for traditional settings
Cocktail Hour & Dinner
Set the perfect atmosphere with sophisticated background music.
Options include:
Jazz Quartet (trumpet, piano, drums, bass)
Light Classical or Pop arrangements for strings or brass
Custom playlists to match your style and venue
Reception & Dancing
When it’s time to celebrate, our DJ + Live Musicians deliver the ultimate party experience — blending the flexibility of a DJ with the excitement of live performance.
DJ & Live Music Options:
String Quartet or Jazz Quartet for ceremony/cocktail hour, then the DJ for Dancing
7 piece Swing Band for early evening, then the DJ for later
Your guests will dance, sing, and remember your wedding for years to come.
Why Couples Choose Northside Brass
Experienced, conservatory-trained professionals
Seamless communication & planning
Custom song requests for ceremony & reception
Liability insurance & professional contracting
Flexible packages to fit any venue or budget
Serving Chicago, 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 Wedding
Sample Packages
(Custom packages available upon request)
Ceremony Only – $1500+
Brass or String Ensemble (up to 1 hour)
Ceremony + Cocktail Hour – $2,000+
Includes all setup & transition time
Full Wedding Experience – Starting at $3,500+
Live ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner music, and DJ or live band for the reception
(Travel, setup, and sound equipment included in all packages)
Recent Weddings
Herrington Inn, Geneva – Brass Quintet + DJ Combo
Morton Arboretum, Lisle – String Quartet Ceremony
The Old Post Office, Chicago – 7-Piece Swing Band Reception
Warehouse 109, Plainfield – DJ + Live Horns
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 for peak wedding months.
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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)