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Duquesne Club Wedding: Melissa & Alan

Melissa and Alan held a traditional Jewish wedding with a glamorous edge that truly wowed. Despite being an upscale affair, guests weren’t afraid to get down on the dance floor during the reception thanks to the efforts of the John Parker Band!

We’d like to give a big “Thank You” to Araujo Photography, who provided us with gorgeous photographs from this lovely occasion.

The tastefully lavish reception took place in the Duquesne Club, where guests enjoyed the elegant decor and stimulating conversation during their 5-course meal. The table centerpieces topped with gorgeous white peonies and calla lilies stole the show, even from the beautiful dining room.

Selected Reception Music

Bride & Groom: Endless Love – Diana Ross & Lionel Richie
Bride/Father Dance: Happy – Pharrell Williams
Groom/Mother Dance: You Raise Me Up – Josh Groban
Last Song: Last Dance – Donna Summer

Guests had a blast dancing to the music of these amazing wedding musicians. Lead singer John Parker even went around the room to sing with the enthusiastic crowd!

“No small wonder everyone says you are the best.
It is well deserved.”
– Bride Melissa & Groom Alan –

Searching for a wedding band that actually interacts with the crowd and makes them feel welcome on the dance floor? Then the John Parker Band is exactly who you’re look for! Contact them today!

Who Did What?
Entertainment John Parker Band / Photography Araujo Photography / Reception & Ceremony Venue Duquesne Club
Florist Hens and Chicks / Cake Duquesne Club / Beautician Sasha Randle El

Omni William Penn Wedding: Jeremy & Rachel

Jeremy and Rachel’s elegant affair was the epitome of timeless class! Of course, this stylish couple also knew how to keep things light and fun. To give guests a great time, they had one of top wedding bands in the U.S. rock the house during their vibrant reception!

John Pascarella and Sean Blair – two talented artists from The Brand Studio – captured beautiful images of the couple’s happy day.

The ceremony took place inside the awe-inspiring Epiphany Catholic Church, an incredible Cathedral that boasted sky-high ceilings, embellished archways, and elaborate artwork. Under this magnificent roof, friends and family came together to celebrate Jeremy and Rachel’s union.

The bride and groom toured Pittsburgh in a vintage trolley courtesy of Molly’s Trolleys while guests went to the Omni William Penn for beverages and hors d’oeuvres. Following cocktail hour, guests filtered into the Omni’s beautiful Grand Ballroom for the reception. Darlene Coons – the brilliant Omni event coordinator – assured that everything looked stunning and ran according to plan. By time the newlyweds arrived, the crowd was ready to eat dinner and cut a rug on the dance floor!

Thanks to awesome Pittsburgh wedding entertainer John Parker, bride Rachel got exactly what she wanted out of her reception: a fantastic evening filled with excitement! Rebecca, mother of the bride, said that the couple was “blown away by [the band’s] amazing repertoire.”

“…We got nothing but rave reviews of your band at the wedding!
We were all very glad to have booked your band to play that night.
Thanks for helping to make the evening a huge success!…”

Does Jeremy and Rachel’s merry evening at the Omni William Penn look like the kind of reception you’d like to have? Then contact The John Parker Band and take the first steps towards giving your guests the dance party of a lifetime!

Who Did What?

Entertainment John Parker Band / Photography The Brand Studio / Reception Venue Omni William Penn / CeremonyVenue Epiphany Catholic Church /
Videographer All Pro USA Multimedia / Florist Dan’s Floral Designs / Cake Bella Christie and Lil’ Z’s Sweet Boutique / Transportation Molly’s Trolleys /

Renaissance Hotel Wedding: Garrett and Emily

Emily and Garrett’s elegant affair was epic in a million ways, but still managed to retain a distinctly refined air that’s difficult to find in most weddings of this size. The venue ceilings were sky-high, the bride’s train was ample, and the dance floor was bumpin’! To help make this wedding a smash hit, the couple employed the help of The John Parker Band.

The talented team at Araujo Photography was gracious enough to give us these breathtaking photos of the bride and groom’s big day. Take a peek!

The bride and groom were wed on the epic staircase of the Renaissance Hotel lobby, giving family members the perfect view of the union above. Light shined down on the couple from the giant windows, granting even more symbolic meaning to this already heartfelt ceremony. What a view!

The reception took place in the hotel’s giant ballroom. The space was immaculately decorated. From the classic glass tableware to the towering centerpieces bursting with Hydrangeas, no detail was left untouched! Everything looked and ran as planned thanks to Christine Zimmick, a Renaissance Hotel Social Catering Sales Manager who took charge of making the magic happen!

Selected Reception Music:

Bride/Father Dance: I Loved Her First – Heartland
Groom/Mother Dance: My Wish – Rascal Flatts
Bride & Groom: Lost in This Moment – Big & Rich
by Special Request: The Way You Look Tonight – Michael Bublé

“Thank you for a perfect evening, I couldn’t have imagined a better
music selection or flow of the evening’s events.”
– Bride Emily –

After dinner, guests spent their night twirling away to the sounds of the premier wedding band Emily and Garrett had selected to keep the night’s festivities rolling. After this knockout reception, the bride and groom traveled to the Caribbean Isle of St. Lucia for their Honeymoon!

Looking to have a wedding that screams timeless elegance, while still throwing a great party? Look no further! Contact the John Parker Band today!

Who Did What?

Entertainment John Parker Band / Photography Araujo Photography /
Ceremony & Reception Venue Renaissance Hotel / Florist Allison McGeary / Cake Jennuine Bakery /

Circuit Center Wedding: John & Mary Jane

Posted by: Jackie In: Wedding Commentary, Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues, Weddings 05 Jun 2014 0 comments Tags: Best Pittsburgh Wedding Band, Circuit Center Wedding, John Parker, John Parker Band, Pennsylvania Wedding Band, Pennsylvania Weddings, Pittsburgh Wedding Pictures, Pittsburgh Weddings, Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Photos, Weddings

John and Mary Jane’s immaculate early Spring wedding may have been met with a few showers, but nothing could rain on the happiness of this couple’s big day! The generosity of the bride and groom, their fun-loving guests, and the lively music of the John Parker Band made this a reception one for the record books!

Accomplished photographer Nicholas Bombich captured this enchanting wedding perfectly in the photographs below!

The bride’s wedding party prepared for the big day at a local spa before heading across the street to the church. The traditional Roman Catholic ceremony took place at St. Elizabeth’s, where the couple were wed before 125 of their closest friends and family.

The night’s cocktail hour and festivities took place at the Circuit Center & Ballroom, a stunning space that looked totally chic that night thanks to The Fluted Mushroom’s Event Planner, Lori Keller. The bride and groom made their grand entrance just as the afternoon turned to evening, immediately diving into their heartwarming first dance! It was just a matter of time before everyone would be crowding the dance floor alongside the bride and groom!

Guests of all ages came together on the dance floor to celebrate John and Mary Jane’s union. With the help of one of the greatest wedding bands on the East Coast, everyone twisted and shouted their way to the end of the night. Unfortunately, even the most magical evenings must eventually end, but it was a wonderful time while it lasted!

Selected Reception Music

Bride & Groom: Everything Has Changed – Taylor Swift
Bride/Father Dance: Just Fishin’ – Trace Adkins
Groom/Mother Dance: Dance My Wish – Rascal Flats
By Special Request: The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra

If you’re looking for a wedding band that actually interacts with your guests and makes them feel like they’re attending the best party of their lives, then contact the John Parker Band today!

Who Did What?

Entertainment John Parker Band / Photography Nicholas Bombich / Reception Venue Circuit Center & Ballroom / Ceremony Venue St. Elizabeth of Hungary /
Florist The Botanical Emporium / Cake Signature Desserts /

JW Marriott Hotel Miami Gala – Young Patronesses of the Opera

Posted by: Carrie In: Events 05 Jan 2014 0 comments Tags: best Miami Party Band, best South Florida Gala Band, John Parker, John Parker Band, Miami Gala, South Florida Events

“Vegas Live!” was the theme for the 2013 Young Patronesses of the Opera gala held this November at the JW Marriott Hotel, and renowned local entertainers John Parker Band brought the theme to life with a dynamic show worthy of any Las Vegas stage!

As their website explains, the Young Patronesses of the Opera (YPO) “is a non-profit organization whose mission is to cultivate, promote, foster, sponsor, educate and develop the understanding, taste and love of opera in our community.” The organization is comprised of nearly 100 women who volunteer their time to the mission and bring opera education and opportunities to children and adults.

These ladies are tireless in their efforts, and they know how to party too! The 2013 gala shimmered with all the glitz and fun of Vegas, and the band had a blast performing for everyone who came out to generously support the organization.

YPO leaders and supporters even joined the band for a few songs, and president-elect Lee sent us the fantastic photo above! After the event, she wrote, “Thank you for a great job, and being so wonderful to work with. I have encouraged [the President Elect for next year] to use your wonderful band and assured her that you will work with whatever their theme is.”

Thank you to Lee and to the ladies of YPO! It was certainly a night to remember, and we look forward to working with you again for future galas!

If your party or wedding needs a versatile, dynamic band to give your guests a night they won’t forget, contact the John Parker Band today!

Lodge at the Quarry Naples FL Wedding: Trent & Shallen

Posted by: Jackie In: Wedding Commentary, Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Venues 01 Dec 2013 0 comments Tags: best South Florida Wedding Band, Golf Lodge at the Quarry Reception, John Parker, John Parker Band, Naples Weddings, Pictures of Weddings, Red and Black Weddings, South Florida Weddings Venues, wedding, Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Wedding Photos, Weddings

Trent and Shallen’s bold black and red wedding in Naples, Florida was not an occasion to miss! This wedding’s cool decor and fun-loving guests made it a night to remember. To keep the party rollin’ at their reception, the bride and groom enlisted the help of the John Parker Band!

These crisp and clear photographs of the big day were captured by Joe Bricknu at Studio 41!

The bride and groom were wed on a lovely afternoon in a traditional ceremony at the lovely First Congregational Church of Naples.

After grabbing a limo ride over to the reception at the Lodge at the Quarry, the newlyweds joined their guests in the golf club’s main ballroom. Thanks to event manager Brittney Harryman, the room looked absolutely brillant! The red and black color scheme really created a dramatic look to the room. Red roses spread across the cake table and brimming from the table centerpieces helped add to the reception’s romantic, yet unique, look.

Reception Soundtrack

Bride & Groom Dance: I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
Father/Bride Dance: My Girl – The Temptations
Other Songs: Cheeseburger in Paradise – Jimmy Buffett

“John Parker was awesome! He made the wedding spectacular! They had everyone on the dance floor all evening. Friends were so impressed they were wanting him for other events. Can’t thank them enough for making it a truly grand event.”
– Bride Shallen –

The bride and groom wanted their reception to be a fun-filled event and the experienced wedding band that they hired for the task delivered exactly that! Guests and family filled the dance floor all night long!

If you want to have a wedding reception that will be the envy of all your guests, be sure to contact the John Parker Band for more information about their services!

VENDORS
Entertainment John Parker Band | Photos Studio 41
Reception Golf Lodge at the Quarry | Ceremony Naples’ First Congregational Church
Flowers Sheila Shulman | Cake Publix

Power Center Ballroom Wedding: Drew & Antoinette

Drew and Antoinette threw an exciting wedding that was classically styled with a little pinch of glamour. To keep up the fun, party atmosphere they wanted at their reception, the newlyweds sought the help (and tunes) of the John Parker Band!

Be sure to take a look through the knockout photographs of this happy day, taken by the generous Studio Bash.

The traditional Roman Catholic ceremony took place at the awe-inspiring Saint Paul Cathedral. As the bride walked down the aisle, her long train and cathedral veil trailed behind her, giving her a striking appearance that could even compete with the beauty of the church. Beneath the epic archways and high vaulted ceilings, the loving couple said their vows before friends, family, and God.

After exiting the church, it was on to the reception venue: the Power Center Ballroom. Wedding coordinator Karen White deserves many compliments for ensuring that everything was in order! The room had been decorated in tasteful white and accessorized with dazzling details, such as tall vases filled with pink roses and bows tied neatly around the chairs. It was the perfect setting for a formal dinner. Of course, once dinner came to a close, it was time for the much-anticipated party to begin!

From the newlywed’s first dance to the late night boogin’, the outstanding wedding band had guests practically glued to the dance floor. Everyone was loving the music and the positive vibes. This was certainly a dance party for the ages!

Selected Reception Music

Bride & Groom: Hold You In My Arms – Ray Lamontagne
Bride/Father Dance: Godfather Waltz
Groom/Mother Dance: Days Like This – Van Morrison

“John, thank you so much for keeping
the dance floor packed until the lights came on!
That’s exactly what I wanted.”
– Bride Antoinette –

Want to give your guests an epic night of song and dance? Then you’ve found the right wedding band! Contact The John Parker Band ASAP to get the rockin’ reception that you deserve.

Who Did What?
Entertainment John Parker Band / Photography Studio Bash / Reception Venue Power Center Ballroom
Ceremony Venue Saint Paul Cathedral / Videographer Doree Simon
Lighting mobileMIX Entertainment / Florist Dellarobbia / Cake Fenoglietto’s Wedding Cakes

Carnegie Music Hall Foyer Wedding – Laurie & Jordan

Posted by: Carrie In: Weddings 23 Jun 2013 0 comments Tags: Best Pittsburgh Wedding Band, Carnegie Museums Weddings, John Parker, John Parker Band, Pittsburgh Wedding Band, Pittsburgh Wedding Pictures, Pittsburgh Weddings, Wedding Flowers

When a florist gets married, you know it’ll be a beautiful wedding! Laurie’s family owns Gidas Flowers, and she herself is a talented professional florist at the shop. Not surprisingly, this was one of the most lush and breathtaking weddings the John Parker Band has ever been part of! Though both the wedding and reception were indoors, Laurie and her team made the Holy Cross Church and the Carnegie Music Hall Foyer feel like a garden, a perfect setting for this beautiful couple on their wedding day. The bride wore a long, trumpet-style lace gown and her bridesmaids were dressed in a bright, leafy green, adding to the springtime garden feel! Top Pittsburgh wedding entertainers, the John Parker Band, joined the newlyweds Jordan and Laurie at their reception, offering hours of music, laughter, and fun for the couple and their guests. Before long, nearly everyone was on the dance floor celebrating! After the wedding, Laurie sent us an email, saying: “Thank you John- everything was perfect! Everyone has been raving about the band! You really put on a great party!” Her father was equally impressed, and told us “..You and your band MADE the night, thanks for the great job.” We’re grateful to Pittsburgh wedding photographer Amber of Amber Marie Photography who captured this stunning wedding, allowing us to share it with you:

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Congratulations to Jordan and Laurie on the start of their wonderful life together! VENDORS// Band: The John Parker Band / Ceremony Venue: Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church / Reception Venue: Carnegie Museum of Natural History Music Hall Foyer / Photographer: Amber, Amber Marie Photography / Florist: Laurie Gidas Roorback, Gidas Flowers / Cake: Parkhurst Event Catering / Lighting: Flip Benack, Benack Sound Productions

Riverside Hotel Ft. Lauderdale Wedding – Theresa & Dale

Posted by: Carrie In: Weddings 27 May 2013 0 comments Tags: best Florida Wedding band, best South Florida Wedding Band, Christmas weddings, Ft. Lauderdale Weddings, John Parker, John Parker Band, Luau, Pictures of Weddings, Pittsburgh Wedding Band, Riverside Hotel, South Florida Weddings Venues, wedding

Theresa & Dale started their life together with a simple, intimate ceremony at home with their closest family and friends. After the “I Do,” they moved the party to the historic Riverside Hotel, where the couple celebrated their marriage with a luau featuring premier Florida wedding entertainers, the John Parker Band!

Many more guests joined the couple to drink, dance, and celebrate with the couple at the Polynesian-themed event. The beautiful cake was decorated with seashells, guests wore leis, a ukelele player joined the band on stage, and flip-flop sandals were wrapped up as a gift for attendees. What a fun celebration of the couple’s love!

A big thanks goes out to photographer Michael Murphy for sharing these images with us!

Congratulations to Theresa & Dale! May you enjoy many more happy years together!

VENDORS // Band: John Parker Band | Venue & Catering: Riverside Hotel | Photographer: Michael Murphy | Florist: Ann’s Florist Las Olas

An Outdoor Tented Wedding

Posted by: kelly In: Wedding Decor, Wedding Music, Weddings 12 Apr 2013 0 comments Tags: John Parker, John Parker Band, Pictures of Weddings, Pittsburgh Wedding Pictures, Tented Weddings

Awesome music by the John Parker Band flowing from glowing tents made for a magical outdoor wedding reception at the bride’s family home!

Don’t leave fun out of YOUR wedding memories! Contact us today!

Duquesne Club Wedding: Melissa & Alan

“No small wonder everyone says you are the best. It is well deserved.” – Bride Melissa & Groom Alan –

Omni William Penn Wedding: Jeremy & Rachel

“…We got nothing but rave reviews of your band at the wedding! We were all very glad to have booked your band to play that night. Thanks for helping to make the evening a huge success!…”

Renaissance Hotel Wedding: Garrett and Emily

“Thank you for a perfect evening, I couldn’t have imagined a better music selection or flow of the evening’s events.” – Bride Emily –

Circuit Center Wedding: John & Mary Jane

JW Marriott Hotel Miami Gala – Young Patronesses of the Opera

Lodge at the Quarry Naples FL Wedding: Trent & Shallen

“John Parker was awesome! He made the wedding spectacular! They had everyone on the dance floor all evening. Friends were so impressed they were wanting him for other events. Can’t thank them enough for making it a truly grand event.” – Bride Shallen –

Power Center Ballroom Wedding: Drew & Antoinette

“John, thank you so much for keeping the dance floor packed until the lights came on! That’s exactly what I wanted.” – Bride Antoinette –

Carnegie Music Hall Foyer Wedding – Laurie & Jordan

Riverside Hotel Ft. Lauderdale Wedding – Theresa & Dale

An Outdoor Tented Wedding

“No small wonder everyone says you are the best.
It is well deserved.”
– Bride Melissa & Groom Alan –

“…We got nothing but rave reviews of your band at the wedding!
We were all very glad to have booked your band to play that night.
Thanks for helping to make the evening a huge success!…”

“Thank you for a perfect evening, I couldn’t have imagined a better
music selection or flow of the evening’s events.”
– Bride Emily –

“John Parker was awesome! He made the wedding spectacular! They had everyone on the dance floor all evening. Friends were so impressed they were wanting him for other events. Can’t thank them enough for making it a truly grand event.”
– Bride Shallen –

“John, thank you so much for keeping
the dance floor packed until the lights came on!
That’s exactly what I wanted.”
– Bride Antoinette –