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Carnegie Music Hall Foyer wedding

Posted by: JPB In: Weddings 19 May 2024 0 comments

John Parker Band® – thanks to the amazing Michael Will Photography

PointeView Hall Carnegie Science Center Wedding with the John Parker Band®

Posted by: JPB In: Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues, Weddings 17 Jan 2019 0 comments

Brad and Christine had an awesome
Wedding ceremony & reception at
PointView Hall of the Carnegie Science Center..
what a super FUN Wedding!

Mega super thanks to the very awesome Mariah Fisher Photography
for these great photos – thank you Mariah! 🙂

yea.. that cake – yum!

“John Parker and his band were professional before, during and after the ceremony and reception. John provided music for our ceremony and all through the reception. He was fantastic and our guests loved him. I would recommend him for any event.” bride & groom

Venue – Pointview Hall at Carnegie Science Center
Photographer – Mariah Fisher Photography
Florist – Petal Pushers
Catering – Culinaire
Rings – Louis Anthony Jewelers
Band – John Parker Band®

Omni William Penn Wedding – Brittany & Nick

Posted by: Sara In: Events, Wedding Commentary, Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues, Weddings 25 Aug 2018 0 comments Tags: Best Pittsburgh Wedding Band, John Parker Band, Omni William Penn Weddings, Pennsylvania Wedding Band, Pennsylvania Weddings, Pictures of Weddings

Brittany & Nick celebrated their super-fun wedding reception in style at the elegant Omni William Penn.

Joined by over two-hundred friends and family members, they celebrated in style with the music of John Parker Band!

Britanny was clad in a gorgeous floor-length gown.

The newlyweds held their reception in the stunning ballroom at the William Penn.

Their place card table was accented by lovely flowers provided by Allison McGeary.

The couple shared their first dance to the song “Say You Won’t Let Go” by James Arthur.

Cookies Galore! A table filled with sweets from Prantl’s Bakery was presented shortly after dinner.

Guests had a blast on the dance floor busting a move to songs from The John Parker Band!

“We were 100% thrilled with John Parker Band!… I was blown away right out of the gate!”

The dance floor was packed and Britanny and Nick’s wedding was fun-filled!

Check out some Video of the Wedding!

Wedding Vendors:

Live Band: The John Parker Band

Venue: Omni William Penn

Florist: Allison McGreary

Photography: Elizabeth Craig Photography

Cake & Cookies: Prantl’s Bakery

Videography: So Fresh Films

Noah’s Event Center Wedding – Kelli & Matt

Posted by: JPB In: Wedding Commentary, Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues, Weddings 21 Jul 2018 0 comments Tags: Live Wedding Band, Noah's Event Center, Wedding Dancing, Wedding Music

Check out the video of the beautiful decor of this wedding located at Noah’s Event Center..

Video Courtesy of FineLine Weddings – Videography

“Everything was GREAT at the wedding, People are still talking about how much fun they had. It was so wonderful to see EVERYONE up and dancing all night. THANK YOU”

We’re grateful for this live band video compilation during dancing at the wedding – thank you Fred!

How about the decor? Talk about beautiful – a very unique use of colors we found refreshing.

How about this unreal suspended wedding cake?
Not only unbelievably beautiful, it was literally suspended 8 feet in the air
& was then lowered for the bride & groom to cut it..

Admittedly, a lot of people walking & sitting in range below were nervous, but ultimately it never fell – lol.

Photos Courtesy FineLine Weddings – Photography

John Parker looks on as the Groom dances around the Bride,
apparently preparing for garter removal with some jiggy dance moves.

Then this groomsman, getting a solo dance with the bride.

Noah's Event Center Wedding Bride Groom Dance John Parker Band

Wedding Guests Dance to the live music entertainment of the John Parker Band

University Club Wedding – Stephanie & Brandon

Posted by: JPB In: Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues, Weddings 16 Jul 2018 0 comments

Stephanie and Brandon celebrated their wedding reception at the storied & elegant University Club in Oakland, on the University of Pittsburgh’s main campus.

The John Parker band was fortunate enough to be part of the elegant celebration, for which the bride & groom wanted lots of upbeat high-energy and fun. They got the right band!

Awesome Pittsburgh Wedding Videographer Mark of TYL Video provided this short clip that shows some of the elegant decor & flowers as well as Bride & Groom Introduction & some of the FUN dancing that went all night long – Thank you Mark!

Nuptials started this beautiful day at historic Heinz Chapel

On then to the University Club, where beautiful florals by Carrie Ann Powell graced the room..

..and the Cake by Tammy – both which were the picture of pure & simple elegance.

The greenery of the bouquet was unique & expressed the couple’s unique style

and love was the word of the day! – These awesome photos by the amazing Amber Marie Photography

The All Star Wedding Vendor Lineup:

Venue: The University Club

Video: TYL Video

Photography: Amber Marie Photography

Flowers: Carrie Ann Powell Floral Designs

Cake: Cakes By Tammy

Live Wedding Band Entertainment: John Parker Band

Oakmont Country Club Wedding – Alexis & Jim

Posted by: JPB In: Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues, Weddings 05 Jul 2018 0 comments

Alexis and Jim gathered with their bridal party, family, friends & guests on an exceptionally sunny, happy, and fun day at Oakmont Country Club. We were lucky enough to attend.
The awesome & sweet Pittsburgh Wedding Photographer Alison Mish took the fun photos!

How about these flowers from Sapphire and Lace? WOW.

Oakmont Bakery’s masterpiece took the cake.. how about that deliciousness?

Alexis & Jin enjoy a quiet moment in front of the beautiful & historic Oakmont Country Club – home to many US Open PGA & LPGA Golf Tournaments.

Fun is priceless.. This is FUN.

Leave the singing to the professionals. LOL

And the fun was not limited to any age group, EVERYONE danced and had fun – of all ages.

And with a 10 piece band and two female vocalists, John Parker was well prepared to play virtually any song, which included a Goo-Goo dolls song for their first dance & “Bohemian Rhapsody” for the final song of the evening. That was awesome!

All Star Wedding Vendors:

Photography: Alison Mish Photography

Flowers: Sapphire & Lace

Cake: Oakmont Bakery

Venue: Oakmont Country Club

Live Band: The John Parker Band

Heritage Discovery Center Wedding Amazing Live Band Entertainment

Posted by: JPB In: Weddings 30 Jun 2018 0 comments

The John Parker Band performed for Brianna & Anthony’s wedding at the Discovery Center..

it was a Non-stop DANCE Party!

What a Happy & Beautiful Bride!

Whoops! Payback for this may be tough..

“you guys were INCREDIBLE! There are no words, honestly. ??? I cannot tell you how many people asked where we found you guys because everyone wants to have you play at their wedding too!”

“I truly cannot thank you and your band enough for making our day absolutely amazing. I have never been to a wedding where when the lights turn on at the end of the night the dance floor was full, but you did tell me that would be the case and you did not disappoint. You guys are just simply incredible.”

All Photos from Glessner Photography

Flowers – Johnny from Florals on the Corner

Live Band – John Parker Band

a Luxury Hotel Wedding with John Parker Band

Posted by: Sara In: Events, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues, Weddings 25 May 2018 0 comments

Paul & Renee were married on a beautiful day in October at St. Bernard’s church. They celebrated their marriage with family and friends at a fun-filled reception party complemented with the music of The John Parker Band.

Bride Groom at Ornate Catholic Church Ceremony

Renee dazzled all in a fabulous tulle dress with a long train and elegant heels.

Gorgeous flowers from Mocha Rose Floral accented the beauty of the venue.

Large Wedding Bouqet of Pink and White Roses at wedding Bride Groom Sweetheart Table with Floral Monogram of Leaves & White Flowers at their wedding

Renee & Paul danced their first dance as husband & wife in the dazzling Grand Ballroom at the Omni William Penn Hotel.

John Parker Band first wedding dance song at Luxury Hotel Wedding

John Parker Band Luxurious Large Ballroom Wedding Room Photo

Burnt Almond Torte Wedding Cake

After dinner, guest enjoyed scrumptious cake and cookies from Prantl’s bakery.

a bride sings with the John Parker Band at her wedding

Renee & her bridesmaids had a blast singing on-stage with the John Parker Band!

John Parker Band performing on stage at Luxury Hotel Wedding

The dance floor was packed as guests sang along to some of their favorite songs–new and old!

Fun Wedding dancing with John Parker Band

“What a fantastic night!… Our guests are still raving about the band!” -Bride

Attendees celebrated Renee & Paul by popping champagne and rocking out to awesome live music.

John Parker Band @ William Penn Hotel with Bridesmaids and Bride on stage with band

Musical Highlights of the Wedding Reception:

Bride & Grooms song: Etta James’ classic At Last

Father & Bride: Frank Sinatra’s “The Way You Look Tonight“

Mother & Groom: Louis Armstrong’s “Wonderful World“

the final songs of the night:
Frank’s New York NY, Isley Brothers Shout!,
& Hall & Oates’ You Make My Dreams

Bride & Groom Requests:
Beyonce Feat. Jay-Z – Crazy In Love
The Weekend – I Feel it Comin’
Bruno Mars – Uptown Funk & 24k Magic
Four Seasons – December 1963 (Oh, What A Night)
Jackson, Michael – Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough
Cole, Nat King – L.O.V.E.
Simon, Paul – Late In The Evening
Gaye, Marvin – Let’s Get It On
Prince – Let’s Go Crazy
Madonna – Like A Prayer
Bon Jovi – Livin’ On A Prayer
Jackson, Michael – P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)
Earth, Wind & Fire – September
Isley Brothers – Shout
AC/DC – You Shook Me All Night Long

Sounds like FUN to us!

Dance Floor Ballroom Wedding of Luxury Hotel John Parker Band

Wedding Vendors:

Reception Venue: Omni William Penn

Ceremony Location: St.Bernard’s Church

Flowers: Mocha Rose Floral

Photography: Goldstein Photography

Videography: All Pro

Cake: Prantl’s Bakery

Music: John Parker Band

Anne and Levi ~ Seven Springs Resort

Posted by: Christy In: Wedding Commentary, Wedding Venues, Weddings 25 Mar 2018 0 comments

Every bride wishes for beautiful weather on their wedding day. Blue skies and sunshine make for some lovely photos and Anne and Levi lucked out to be wed on a glorious day.

The couple incorporated sweet and whimsical decor into their day with handpicked flowers and chalkboard signs. Family and friends attended their ceremony at the St. Raymond of the Mountains church.

Anne was a radiant bride. She styled her hair in soft ringlets, away from her face to show off that pretty smile! Her dress was timeless, sleeveless, and covered in lace. A sweet bow tied in the back and a small train completed her look

Michael Williams photographed the bride and groom throughout their special day. Michael was kind enough to allow us to use his beautiful photos for this post. We can’t thank him enough!

The reception followed shortly after at the Seven Springs Resort. John Parker Band, a top live band, performed awesome music for their guests all evening long.

John Parker Emceed the “Shoe Game” – a fun Bride & Groom Trivial game that was enjoyed by all!

The band then performed non stop for fun dancing all night long!

There was something for everyone to enjoy, from sweet treats, a cigar bar, and great beats!

“We had a great time at the wedding!

You did a fabulous job along with the other talented musicians! It was so much fun.

Heard many compliments about your work. Thank you for your professionalism.

I’m not sure how you do it all the time though. We have been exhausted this past week.

Whenever we talk about the wedding, your music comes up and we are so happy that you were a part of our day”

William Penn Hotel Pittsburgh Wedding with packed dance floor

Posted by: Sara In: Weddings 01 Nov 2017 0 comments

Here’s a John Parker Band wedding with a packed dance floor. Notice you see no one in their seats & the dance floor wall-to-wall for the nonstop fun that only the John Parker Band can bring.