The Best Wedding DJs in Elgin, IL

The Best Wedding DJs in Elgin, IL

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174 Wedding Bands & DJs in Elgin, IL

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Mainstreet Soul 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $7,900
  • Serves Elgin, IL for additional fees

On your wedding day, the dance floor is where memories are made that will last a lifetime for you and your guests. Bring the exciting live music experience that you crave to the biggest day of your life with electrifying wedding entertainment from Mainstreet Soul. Our musicians bring an interactive element right onto the dance floor, fully immersing you and your guests with powerful, nonstop music sets that will have them running to find a spot on the dance floor all night long. Lose yourself on the dance floor to the music of Mainstreet Soul at your wedding - schedule a call with us today.

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The Matt Mccallie Orchestra 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Elgin, IL for additional fees

Our focus is on making your special day a spectacular memory! Treat yourself to the extravagance of a professional live performance customized just the way you like. You can choose the instruments, songs, hours and everything else we have to offer.

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Great Scott! 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL for additional fees

Great Scott is the hottest cover band in the Midwest, playing the best of the 50's to the new millennium. With over 20 years of experience, you can rest assured your party will be in excellent hands with the highest quality talent and equipment. Great Scott is based in Grand Rapids, MI and travels all over the midwest including Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

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Who Knew Entertainment 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Elgin, IL for additional fees

Who Knew Entertainment is proud to be the Midwest's Premier AWARD WINNING, ALL LIVE music entertainment, providing all genres of 100% LIVE music for all styles of events since 2007. WK features unique and diverse combinations of award winning, multi-talented musicians from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. From soloists, duos, 3 piece bands up to 12+ musicians, there is NO event too big or too small for WK! We have been honored to play for hundreds of weddings, private events, corporate parties, clubs, even consulates, as well as being signed to a SONY Subsidiary, and being selected by producers for some of the TOP Talent shows.

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Music Mania, Inc. 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Elgin, IL

My career started in 1985 as a single-operating DJ company and I’ve performed at thousands of events in and around Chicago over the past 30+ years. In 2016, I started Photo Mania to accommodate the popularity of photo booths at weddings, corporate events, and social parties. And we’re still evolving to find better and faster photo booth technologies to create that buzz at your event. In my personal life, I was a volunteer firefighter for ten years and just retired from the fire service after a thirty-year career. Through my companies, we donate to various charities and events in and around Chicago to benefit the community.

Our first experience with Music Mania was 6 years ago at my sister's wedding. They did such an amazing job at her wedding that we knew we wanted to work with them for our wedding! Dwayne and the whole team was so fantastic to work with. We were supposed to get married last summer, however due to COVID, we had to reschedule. The Music Mania team was so flexible in changing our date and made it so easy for us in a time that truly wasn't easy. They were always so fast with responses to questions and so helpful throughout the planning process. We met with them about a week before the wedding to finalize things. The day of the wedding, they were amazing. We booked the DJ as well as the photobooth and everyone from the Music Mania team was great. They would check in on us to see if we needed anything (food, drink, etc.) and were in constant communication with our venue room captain. Our DJ was great about playing the songs on our "must play" list but also reading the room to keep our guests dancing the night away. Our guests had SO much fun going to the photobooth as well. There were so many props to pick from, we had guests going back multiple times. We had so many guests tell us it was such a great wedding, and I know Music Mania had a lot do to with it. I would recommend Music Mania to anyone looking for an amazing DJ & photobooth service!
Breanne B., 4 years ago
Nichole Young, Harpist 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Nichole Young (Luchs) has been part of the wedding industry since 2008 and specializes in wedding ceremonies and other life events. Both in look and sound, Nichole’s harp provides a touch of elegance and beauty to wedding occasions. Nichole Young (Luchs) offers high-quality service options and will work with each couple to choose a setlist of music that is meaningful for them. She can perform a large range of styles that include classical, Celtic, American jazz standards, show tunes, movie themes and modern pop/rock. She can also learn and play new songs that are favorites of the couple.

Working with Nicole is a pleasure. Nicole creates an atmosphere with her beautiful Harp and sounds and songs. Adding Nicole to my events has been a perfect way to create not only a stunning focal point (lovely Nicole and her Harp), but the music serves as a backdrop for our events, setting a tone of romance and wonder. If you are considering adding harpist to your event, Nicole is THE best.. she is incredibly responsive, punctual, professional and her beauty shines all around.
Misha, 4 years ago
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DJ FELA 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves Elgin, IL

My name is Alef, and one of the primary reasons I became a wedding DJ was because I enjoy celebrating love. My proficiency in English, Portuguese, and Spanish has allowed me to participate in a variety of multicultural events. I have over three years of experience and have given my clients a premium audio and visual experience.

Alex was so great to work with and was more then accommodating in every aspect when planning our wedding. He really goes the extra mile for everything!
Courtney J., 6 months ago
Dancefloor Delight 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Welcome to Dancefloor Delight, the premier wedding DJ company dedicated to making your big day an unforgettable experience! Our team of experienced and professional DJs is committed to providing top-quality entertainment that will have you and your guests dancing all night long.

Dancefloor Delight was amazing! We used their Colorado team for our wedding in Denver. They had everyone on their feet and dancing from the moment the music started. The DJ's song choices were spot on, keeping the party going all night. They were engaging, funny, and took requests, making the night feel personalized. The setup was fantastic, with excellent sound and lighting. Dancefloor Delight's professionalism and coordination made the entire experience stress-free. If you want an unforgettable wedding reception, Dancefloor Delight is the way to go. Highly recommended!
Brittney H., 2 years ago
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The Good Kidds 

4.7

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL

A Chicago based DJ that has worked events in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York City, Miami, and Internationally. He likes to draw from from his roots in Houston, New Orleans and current home of Chicago to create a fun atmosphere for his clients. Graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana and Tulane University in New Orleans, this former social worker knows a good party.

Chris was an incredible DJ! We had a clear vision and script for each part of our wedding day, and he took our scrambled instructions and executed them flawlessly. So many of our guests complimented the music—he truly made our wedding the party we had envisioned. He was professional, communicative, and helped set up various microphone spots for speeches and the ceremony. Chris is everything you need in a DJ. We can't recommend him enough!
Sara J., a month ago
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Arlen Music 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Arlen Music Productions specializes in providing live music entertainment presentations for Chicago wedding music, corporate bands, and fundraising band events. Much more than just a traditional standalone Chicago wedding band, Arlen Music ensembles are recognized as leaders within the Chicago special event band industry. Winner of the 2014-2021 Best Band by Better Magazine, the Ken Arlen Evolution Orchestra has also developed a nationwide presence with performances ranging from New Year’s Eve at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, to the Presidential Inaugural Ball in Washington, D.C.

Kendall and his team at Arlen music were a huge part of making our dream wedding a reality. From pre-planning all the way through the big night, we felt taken care to the highest degree. There was such amazing talent on that stage and our whole wedding was raving about their performance. Nothing but the highest compliments for this crew!
Jeremy L., a year ago
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Harpist Michelle Campbell 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Harpist Michelle Campbell has enjoyed performing for weddings and special events for over twenty years. She has studied harp performance at prestigious institutes and holds a Masters of Music Degree. She is the resident harpist for the Langham Hotel and is a regular featured soloist at The Four Seasons as well as other luxury hotels throughout Chicago. Michelle also enjoys performing musical theatre, including a critically acclaimed show at the Goodman Theatre, and collaborating with other creative musicians in Chicago. As a freelance soloist she is in high demand for private events.

I've now worked with Michelle as a violinist she's hired and as a contractor who's hired her. Not only does she play beautifully but she's extremely organized preparing for the performance, shows up early, dresses perfectly for each event, and is a lovely person to know and work with. I definitely plan on working with her in the future!
Stephanie-Fretless Music, 4 years ago
Reception Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Elgin, IL

For owner Mike Yazumbek, DJing is fun and games, but it’s also a lifestyle he has lived and breathed for the past 13 years. Mike got his interest in DJing at age 20 and started out playing friends house parties, then eventually building up a reputation and DJing a the biggest nightclubs in the Chicagoland Area. Pretty Soon, a lot of his friends were getting married and Mike was the first person they thought of. After Djing hundreds of clubs, bars, school dances, private parties and weddings under his freelance name "DJ Mike Y" It was time to finally brand a mobile entertainment company - Reception Entertainment !

Mike did an awesome job at our wedding!! From the start he proved that he would be the one running the wedding, making sure everything ran smoothly. He made sure we stayed on our timeline and made sure photographers were around for cake cutting, first dances, etc. When it came to music, we got nothing but great reviews from our guests! The dance floor wasn’t empty all night! Highly recommend!
Taryn B., a year ago
Gussied 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Gussied is a full service wedding band that offers ceremony, cocktail, dinner, dancing music, and more. Instead of trying to duplicate a song you've heard on the radio, we "gussy it up" into our own bluegrass inspired own style. We play farms, barns, wineries, swanky lofts, country clubs and everything in between - even summer camps! We also play destination weddings, festivals and private events. No party is too small or too big. We have a professional sound team and various music packages to suit all of your needs.

We hired the duo to play our ceremony. Their modern spin on folk and bluegrass music set the perfect tone for our summery outdoor wedding. They went above and beyond by learning and performing a song I had written for my husband. I highly recommend Gussied!
Laura F., 3 years ago
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Cuarteto Guataca 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Elgin, IL for additional fees

Bassist and bandleader Josh Levine got his start in the professional music business busking in SoHo with The Flying Neutrinos in ’93, so when NYC shut down in Spring of 2020, he capitalized on his experience as a street performer and began to play regularly in the parks of NYC with percussionist and sonero, Jainardo Batista, renowned flutist Itai Kriss making his debut on Cuban trés guitar, and María Raquel on vocals and minor percussion. Before long, the quartet had generated some buzz, several venues hired them to play outdoors and pianist Gabriel Chakarji and Grammy winning flutist and vocalist Jeremy Bosch became staples of the group.

I have used Cuarteto Guataca both personally (birthdays, family events) and professionally as a wedding/ event florist and event planner for YEARS. Every time they manage to get everyone on their feet. They are super professional always and extremely easy to work with. Hands down, Josh and his band will always be my first choice for latin entertainment (any entertainment for that matter)!!
Leatal Cohen, 3 years ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Elgin, IL

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Elgin, IL?

Live bands typically range from $150 to $18,500, averaging at $3,300. DJs range from $595 to $4,000 and average at $1,400. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 81% of bands and DJs in Elgin, IL cover cocktail hour and 80% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 65% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

59% of bands in Elgin, IL will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Elgin, IL?

The most popular bands in Elgin, IL are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Direct Entertainment DJ-Photo-Video-Booths, Ultimate Beats Entertainment and Windy City Mix, Inc..

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