rustic wedding - John Parker Band®

The wedding of Mike and Julia at Rustic Acres Farm was a romantic and elegant affair- not to mention fun and relaxed – the perfect combination of chic and country. With twinkling lights strung from the exposed wooden beams of the barn, hay bales, on-trend white pumpkins and the most stylish group of wedding guests you’ll ever see, their wedding was whimsical, autumnal and warm.

The couple forwent the traditional wedding cake for homemade pies by the Rustic Acres Farm in-house baker; playful details like the wire bird toppers made the unique choice that much sweeter.

Julia’s choice of flowers for both her bouquet and the reception were perfect complements to the chic-rustic design of the entire wedding; Lauren Phillips of The Farmer’s Daughter Floral did an exceptional job of balancing modern and traditional for arrangements that were at once composed and relaxed.

For the reception’s entertainment, Julia and Michael had the John Parker Band play until the wee hours of the night. They chose Jack Johnson’s cute “Do You Remember” for their first dance and encouraged their guests to keep the dance floor hot all night long.

It’s hard to beat the countryside in the fall and Julia and Michael’s bridal party portraits shows you why. The fiery yellow, orange and red leaves as a backdrop for Julia’s wedding dress, the men’s dapper suits and the ladies’ deep purple and blues is so stunning; a true feast for the eyes!

Thank you to photographer Christina Pearson from Christina Emilie Photography for sending us these stunning photos. Be sure to check out her website here; likewise, don’t hesitate to contact Contact the John Parker Band or any other of Michael and Julia’s vendors for your own special day!

Your wedding is supposed to be one of the most beautiful days of your life both emotionally and visually, and Devon and Bruce took this tradition to heart! Their special day was nothing short of gorgeous, from their formal nuptials in a gothic cathedral to their garland-laden reception at the The Club at Nevillewood! When it came time to add a little swing to everyone’s step, the happy couple employed the help of the John Parker Band to keep their guests moving on the dance floor at night long.

Thanks to the talented Meaghan Elliott Photography, we can show you these stunning snapshots of a truly special wedding day – leafy chandelier and all!

After preparing for their big moment in some luxurious hotel suites, the couple exchanged their vows at the First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh, a monumental cathedral that practically oozes gothic grandeur and artisanal detail. It was the perfect way to begin their marriage!

The newlyweds and their guests made their way over to The Club at Nevillewood to celebrate their union in the main banquet room. This stunning space boasted ceilings that soared to the heavens, beautifully arched windows that welcomed in natural sunlight, and grand iron chandeliers. For a unique touch, the fixture hanging over the dance floor was covered in colorful ribbons and lush garlands. The facility was decidedly modern, but possessed an underlying rustic charm that really added character to the space. Thanks to the venue’s attentive Wedding Planner Michele Fischer, Devon and Bruce’s big day was nothing short of fabulous!

Selected Reception Music

Bride & Groom: To Make You Feel My Love – Bob Dylan
Bride/Father Dance: My Girl – The Temptations
Groom/Mother Dance: What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
Last Song: I Gotta Feeling by The Black Eyed Peas

Though beautiful, this reception was also one heck of a party! A premier wedding band provided a wide variety of songs that kept guests of all ages on the dance floor, playing everything from top Beyoncé hits to Frank Sinatra classics at the couple’s request.

Hoping that your big day will be as splendorous and fun-filled as Bruce and Devon’s? Then you’ve come to the right place! Contact one of the finest wedding bands on the East Coast to learn more about their outstanding services!