The Best Jazz Bands for Weddings in Rockford, IA

The Best Jazz Bands for Weddings in Rockford, IA

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22 Wedding Bands & DJs in Rockford, IA

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Eden Ehm - Violin & Hardingfele 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Rockford, IA

I am a professional violinist and fiddler available to perform within the Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin tri-state area. (Note: my travel radius is within approximately a 60-minute drive of the tri-state.) A classically trained violinist for 30+ years, I play professionally in several area symphony orchestras and chamber ensembles and perform solo for special events. I have also played the Hardanger fiddle, Norway's national folk instrument, for 15+ years and am available to perform, demonstrate, and lecture about this unique instrument.

Eden’s program on the Hardanger fiddle was phenomenal! Not only was it entertaining, it was educational. We've all listened to Hardanger music over the years, but Eden shared so many facts about the instrument and shared stories and history from the past. Mange takk, Eden!
Rebecca H., 4 months ago
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DJ Obie 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rockford, IA

I got into DJing by accident. After learning that working as an Industrial Engineer in a fortune 500 company didn't bring me much fulfillment, a friend suggested I join his DJ company. His company supplied DJ services for over 200 weddings a year! After my first wedding gig I was hooked. It gave me purpose, and an outlet I never knew was possible. I quickly became the most requested DJ in the company and within my market. Now I DJ on my own, and I'm so blessed to be able to curate an atmosphere of joy where families can connect.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Obie is seriously the BEST!! He always brings such great energy that there’s no way anyone can have a bad time. Every wedding I’ve attended where he’s the DJ I’ve always had a smile on my face because of him. So many guests that were at our wedding continue to speak so highly of him. Our wedding was an absolute blast and I am so grateful he was our DJ!! I will always HIGHLY recommend DJ Obie!
Daly & T., 2 years ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Rockford, IA
  • Offer

We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided top level DJ-MC services for over 25 years in budget friendly packages. We also offer spectacular wedding photography and HD Video. Visit our site and see over 1 million photos, thousands of reviews, and some great package prices. If you give us a call before you book any of these vendors you'll quickly learn why over 15,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. All packages include expert planning assistance, which will take away a lot of the stress associated with planning your wedding! We are available nationwide including your area!

A Better DJ and photographer is absolutely the best deal you can get for any of your events! The planning, the professionalism and the service is by far the best you can come across. Michael will answer your call at anytime, and if he misses your call he will get back to you asap! If you are looking for a photographer and DJ combo you will not only save thousands but you will save a ton of time.
Martin J., 5 months ago
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Ever After Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Rockford, IA

BEST. WEDDING. EVER. You’ve waited for your wedding day for a long time. Now, it’s going to be a reality! Your wedding DJ at Ever After Entertainment will customize the music to fit you. Our preparation starts early with our on-line wedding day planner. Let us know what songs you like – we’re not here to judge. We also do so much more than just play music, we inject life into the party.

We loved working with Ever After Entertainment for our wedding! Our DJ Chaunce was very professional and detail-oriented throughout the planning process. Her communication style was clear, prompt, and flexible as we nailed down song choices and a timeline that fit the vibe we envisioned. On the big day, Chaunce used her personal spin table to smoothly transition between tracks and keep guests of all ages dancing. By taking the time to understand our musical tastes and wedding vision, she crafted a fun, personalized reception that exceeded expectations. We'd highly recommend Ever After Entertainment to any couple looking for a skilled DJ who will help make your celebration truly special and memorable.
Sara, 5 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Rockford, IA

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

Felix & Fingers was the best addition to my wedding! We had a BLAST. It’s the best mix between a live band and sing along karaoke (but you don’t want your uncle to get the mic, you know?). They did beautiful ceremony music, incredible sax jazz during cocktail hour to keep it classy. Then, they kept everyone engaged and entertained for the reception, from my aunt in a walker to my college friends twerking. We danced the night away but lost our voices from screaming along with the songs too. 10/10 you can’t go wrong with dueling pianos - DJs and wedding bands are out, Felix & Fingers is IN!
Kelsey S., 10 months ago
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Cole Thomas Music 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Rockford, IA

Cole Thomas is a pianist, guitarist, and singer with the ability to perform any song for any part of your wedding. Need a classical piece for your wedding party to process in to? No problem. Need a few hours of lounge and jazz music for cocktail hour? Cole's your musician. Need a Dueling Piano act or full Rock Band for your reception? Look no further. With over a decade of experience performing for ceremonies and receptions, Cole Thomas is your one stop music vendor.

Cole absolutely delighted and exceeded our wildest expectations at our wedding. He embraced the costume theme of our reception, performed significantly more music than we had expected (in a good way), and was the absolute heart and soul of our party. He improvised and adapted to every unique situation on the night with a musical and social sense of awareness that we continue to be grateful for. He even graciously agreed to play alongside Andrea's 94 year old grandmother on her accordion. Grandma is still beaming from this experience, and trust me, she's a hard woman to please. Seriously. I don't think we can ever repay him for the joy and energy he brought to our night. I couldn't get to the bar for a drink without answering the question: "Where did you FIND this guy?!" half a dozen times.
Mark J., a month ago
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DJ BRETTLY 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Rockford, IA

Welcome to DJ Brettly’s award winning, highly reviewed world of premier entertainment! Based in La Crosse, but, travels throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa, DJ Brettly is your ultimate choice for unforgettable weddings. With exceptional experience and dedication, DJ Brettly ensures your special day is both flawless and memorable. Whether you're planning the wedding of your dreams or seeking a seamless event experience, DJ Brettly’s impeccable music, engaging presence, and personalized touches set the stage for an extraordinary celebration. DJ Brettly is alsoDJ at Stadium View, Legends, Icon, The Glenwood and more!

DJ Brettly was incredible as our wedding DJ. He took such care in preparing for our big day and on the day of did everything we wanted. We got SO many compliments from guests and our other vendors on how amazing he was, and everyone was on the dance floor the entire night. He went above and beyond for us and I cannot recommend him enough! We have already referred him to two other friends getting married next year
Courtney L., 6 months ago
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prayzHim Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Rockford, IA for additional fees

For over 11 years, we've specialized in bringing quality music entertainment to weddings all across Southeast Iowa & beyond. Because for us, this isn't just a business, it's a passion. We get to play a part in the love story of a newly married couple. We get that front row seat to watch love change lives. That's why we treat every client like they are our only client. After all we only get one opportunity with them to do things right. If you're interested, the fastest way to get a quote is to reach out through our website once you've decided what you're interested in: prayzhimentertainment. com/packages

Awarded Best of Zola
Would HIGHLY recommend PrayzHim Entertainment. Professional, prepared, detail-oriented, genuine, and hilarious are just a few words I would use to describe Andrew Spence and his team. Andrew flawlessly set up for an outdoor venue he had never been too, and everyone could hear our ceremony even with some sprinkles of rain and 15 mph winds! He worked together with our videographer to capture the audio for our video at both the ceremony and reception locations. At our reception, everyone had fun with the photo booth, dismissing of tables, and musical chairs scavenger hunt. My family normally does not dance at weddings, but he kept everyone out there the entire night. 10/10 would recommend PrayzHim Entertainment!!
Alyssa, 2 years ago
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Standing Room Only Orchestra 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rockford, IA for additional fees

This versatile group of superb musicians and seasoned vocalists is ready to entertain live at your wedding reception or special event. Standing Room Only Orchestra is available in a variety of sizes to suit your needs, and will keep your guests on the dance floor, having fun for hours! The band's talented and inspired musicians love to perform a wide variety of music including: Swing, 50’s and 60’s, Motown, Disco, 80’s, Top 40 hits and more - Any and every kind of music you can dance to! Choose amongst our ten-piece orchestra, nine-piece performance orchestra, or six to seven-piece band for non-stop dancing!

We hired SRO for our wedding in August 2024, and had a great experience! Leading up to the big day, they were always quick to respond to emails, answered every question I had, and provided excellent recommendations for songs when I had trouble deciding. On the day of the wedding, Kara was an awesome emcee, and the band was wonderful! The dance floor was packed the whole night, and many of our guests commented on how great the music was. If you're looking to book SRO, you won't be disappointed! (Photos by Colin Lyons Photography)
Katy M., 12 days ago
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Complete Weddings + Events Rochester (DJ) 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $545
  • Serves Rockford, IA for additional fees

Our great Wedding DJs here at Complete Weddings + Events Rochester can entertain any generation and create the ideal experience for different types of events, from your elegant wedding, to a 40th birthday party, or a corporate holiday party. Our DJs not only create a custom musical experience, but they are also professionally trained emcees helping an event flow smoothly with little to no interruptions or issues. They handle all announcements necessary to the event so the bride and groom or event staff don't have to worry about a thing!

We had a great experience working with our wedding DJ from Complete Weddings Events Rochester. His communication throughout the planning process was wonderful - he responded in a very timely manner and made sure we were on the same page about the music and flow of the reception. He was a total professional the day-of, keeping our reception fun and moving along smoothly. He has such an outgoing, personable style that our guests really enjoyed interacting with him. He didn't just play music - he was hands-on, helping out in any way he saw fit to make sure our guests were engaged and having a blast. His music choices were spot-on and he kept people dancing all night with his hilarious emcee style. We got so many compliments about how fun our DJ was and how smoothly everything ran thanks to him. We'd highly recommend him for keeping the energy up at your wedding or event with his professional yet laidback demeanor.
Morgan H., 4 months ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Rockford, IA

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Rockford, IA?

Live bands typically range from $1,900 to $18,500, averaging at $4,200. DJs range from $700 to $3,100 and average at $2,000. 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! 90% of bands and DJs in Rockford, IA cover cocktail hour and 86% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 71% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

67% of bands in Rockford, IA 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 Rockford, IA?

The most popular bands in Rockford, IA are The Nashville Wedding Band, The Creswell Club and Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos. The most popular DJs are All In One Bridal Dj Service, Clife DJ Company and prayzHim Entertainment.

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