1. We send you a personalized wedding SCHEDULE TEMPLATE . Fill it out at your own pace and we are here if you have any questions along the way.
2.
You email us back your
COMPLETED SCHEDULE
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when you are ready. We hop on a call or Zoom to go through every detail together and make sure everything is exactly right.
3. On your wedding day, we handle every introduction, coordinates with your planner and every vendor, and manages the entire evening from start to finish.
Our ceremony musicians are separate from the reception band. Our ceremony music director and Violinist Alex Koffman will guide you through choosing your ceremony music.
On your wedding night, your DRS MC handles:
✓ All introductions and announcements
✓ Direct coordination with your wedding planner and all vendors before making any announcements
✓ Available to help you throughout the night
✓ Keeping your guests informed all night
✓ Allow the band to concentrate on just the music
✓ Talented, consistent musicians at every performance
✓ Powerful 8 or 11 piece wedding band
✓ Jewish and ethnic music specialists
✓ Custom ensembles for every part of your day
✓ Over 2,000 songs plus unlimited requests
✓ Full DJ musician ensembles
✓ Dedicated experienced wedding emcee
✓ State of the art sound and stage lighting
✓ Separate wedding ceremony musicians
✓ Thoughtful personal touches throughout your evening
✓ Flower donation to local seniors after your wedding
✓ Complete peace of mind from first call to last song
1. Schedule a call or fill out the contact form. David personally answers your questions, learns about your wedding, and walks you through every option.
2. Choose the ensembles and schedule that fits your vision. We send you a fully custom price quote within 24 hours.
3. Sign your contract and return it with a 25% deposit. Your date is locked in and your wedding music is handled.
We match the music to you, not the other way around. Formal, relaxed, big, intimate, traditional, or unexpected. We have performed every kind of Chicago wedding and we know how to make each one feel exactly right. Unlimited song requests. Personal touches throughout the night. We celebrate you.
DRS Music has performed for couples from Italian, Irish, Polish, Jewish, Russian, Latin, Korean, and many other cultural backgrounds. We know the music that matters to your family. If you want traditional music played during the band break so everyone keeps dancing, we handle that too.
From your processional to your recessional, we help you choose every song. You work directly with our ceremony music director and get full access to our Ceremony Music guide covering everything from classical to contemporary.
Our sound and lighting team arrives before your guests and adjusts all night. Never too loud. Always comfortable. Stage lighting included. We handle every setup detail with the venue so you never have to think about it.
DRS Music is proudly LGBT friendly. We treat every couple as friends and celebrate exactly who you are and who you love.
Every wedding is different so every quote is built from scratch based on your date, venue, ensemble size, and how much of the day you want covered. DRS Music provides fully custom pricing. Fill out the contact form and David will send you a personalized quote within 24 hours.
We cover all of it. Separate ceremony musicians, a jazz trio for cocktail hour, dinner music, and the full band for dancing. One call, one team, the entire night handled. Most couples are surprised to learn they can book everything in one place.
The 8-piece is a full, powerful band that covers everything you need for an incredible reception. The 11-piece adds Trumpet, Trombone, and a third vocalist for a bigger, more immersive sound. David walks you through both options on your first call with no pressure.
Yes and it is one of the things that sets DRS Music apart. David is your dedicated emcee, completely separate from the band. The musicians focus entirely on the music while David manages every detail of your evening so you can actually enjoy it.
Yes. DRS Music has performed hundreds of Jewish weddings across Chicago and the North Shore. Our ceremony music director specializes in Jewish ceremony music and our band knows every Hora and traditional song your family will want to hear. |
Our DJ keeps the energy going seamlessly during every band break. There is no gap, no awkward silence, and no drop in energy. Your guests will not even notice the transition and they will just keep dancing.
As early as possible, ideally 12 to 18 months out. Popular Saturday dates from May through October fill quickly. Check your date with us as soon as your venue is confirmed so you do not lose it.
Absolutely. We have performed Chicago wedding music across the country. Our team handles all travel coordination and gives you a clear upfront estimate so there are no surprises. Just tell us your date and location and we will let you know right away.
Tell us a little about your wedding and David will personally reach out within 24 hours. You’ll get a custom price quote tailored to your schedule, date, and what you need.
Saturday
September 18th, 2027
Chicago History Museum
Chicago, IL
Schedule Overview:
5:00-5:30pm Ceremony Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)
5:30-6:30pm Cocktail Hour Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
6:30-8:00pm Dinner 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ (Piano, Bass, Drums, Guitar, Sax, Male and Female Vocalists, Violin/Percussion, DJ/Vocalist)
8:00-11:00pm Dancing 11-Piece Orchestra
(Add Trumpet, Trombone + 3rd Vocalist)
11:00-11:30pm After Party DJ/Sax Duo
5:00-5:30pm Classical Trio
Room Name: (insert)
5:30-6:30pm Jazz Trio
Room Name: (insert)
6:30-8:00pm 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ
Room Name: (insert)
Bridal Party Introductions
Song Played During Introductions: (insert)
Separate Song Played for Bride and Groom Intro: (Y/N) (insert)
Flower Girl: (insert) escorted by Ring Bearer: (insert)
Parents of the Bride: (insert)
Parents of the Groom: (insert)
Ushers: (insert)
Bridesmaids and Groomsmen:
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
Maid/Matron of Honor: (insert) escorted by Best Man: (insert)
Song for the Bride & Groom: (insert)
Announce Bride and Groom: (specify how you would like to be introduced)
First Dance: (insert)
Father/Daughter Dance: (insert)
Mother/Son Dance: (insert)
Guests Dance Right Away (Y/N)
Announce Cake Cutting: (Y/N) (song?)
Welcome Toast by Father of the Bride: (Y/N)
Grace: (Y/N)
Given by: (relationship) (name)
First Course is Served
Toasts:
Toast 1: (relationship) (name)
Toast 2: (relationship) (name)
Toast 3: (relationship) (name)
Dancing Between Courses: (Y/N)
Main Course is Served
Bride and Groom Toast: (Y/N)
8:00-11:00pm 11-Piece Orchestra w/DJ
Room Name: (insert)
Bouquet: (Y/N)
Garter: (Y/N)
11:00-11:30pm DJ/Sax Duo
Room Name: (insert)
(song dedications, birthday/anniversary shout-outs, etc.)
Saturday
September 18th, 2027
Chicago History Museum
Chicago, IL
Schedule Overview:
5:00-5:30pm Ceremony Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)
5:30-6:30pm Cocktail Hour Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
6:30-8:00pm Dinner 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ (Piano, Bass, Drums, Guitar, Sax, Male and Female Vocalists, Violin/Percussion, DJ/Vocalist)
8:00-11:00pm Dancing 11-Piece Orchestra (Add Trumpet, Trombone and 3rd Vocalist)
11:00-11:30pm After Pary DJ/Sax Duo
5:00-5:30pm Classical Trio
Room Name: Ballroom
5:30-6:30pm Jazz Trio
Room Name: Portrait Gallery
6:30-8:00pm 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ
Room Name: Ballroom
Bridal Party Introductions
Song Played During Introductions: Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder
Flower Girl: Jenny Flynn escorted by Ring Bearer: Paul Green
Parents of the Bride: Russ and Laurie Geller
Parents of the Groom: Steve and Cindy Montogomery
Ushers: Larry Porter, Brian White, and Scott McGee
Bridesmaids and Groomsmen:
Susan Nerman escorted by Kyle Summers
Jackie Hall escorted by Sam Knight
Sonya Ellis escorted by Roger McWilliams
Lois Kay escorted by Dan Fields
Mara Alenajdro escorted by Boris Tiwari
Maid/Matron of Honor: Kayla Geller escorted by Best Man: Shawn Montgomery
Song for the Bride & Groom: Crazy in Love – Beyonce
Announce Bride and Groom: “For the first time, Michael and Julie Montgomery!”
First Dance: As Time Goes By – Dooley Wilson
FULL, played by band
Father/Daughter Dance: Vienna – Billy Joel
FULL, played by band
Mother/Son Dance: Forever Now – Michael Buble
SHORTER, played by band
Guests Dance Right Away: YES
Announce Cake Cutting: How Sweet It Is – James Taylor played by DJ
Welcome Toast by Father of the Bride: Russ Geller
Grace Given by: Fr. John
Salad is Served
Toasts:
Toast 1: Maid of Honor/Sister of the Bride: Kayla Geller
Toast 2: Bridesmaid/Friend of the Bride: Lois Kay
Toast 3: Best Man/Brother of the Bride: Shawn Montogomery
Dancing Between Courses: YES
Main Course is Served
Bride and Groom Toast: Michael and Julie
8:00-11:00pm 11-Piece Orchestra w/DJ
Room Name: Ballroom
FIRST DANCING SONG: September – Earth, Wind, and Fire
LAST SONG: Mr. Brightside – the Killers
Bouquet: YES: Single Ladies – Beyonce played by DJ
Garter: NO
11:00-11:30pm DJ/Sax Duo
Room Name: Ballroom
(song dedications, birthday/anniversary shout-outs, etc.)
Mother of the Bride’s Birthday: May 10th – Dancing Queen – ABBA
Sister of the Bride’s 5th Anniversary: The Way You Look Tonight – Sinatra
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Chicago History Museum
5:00-5:30pm Ceremony Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello )
5:30-6:30pm Cocktail Hour Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax )
6:30-8:00pm Dinner 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ
(Piano, Bass, Drums, Guitar, Sax, Male and Female Vocalists, Violin/Percussion, DJ/Vocalist)
8:00-11:00pm Dancing 11-Piece Orchestra
( Add Trumpet, Trombone and 3rd Vocalist)
5:00-5:30pm – Ceremony Classical Trio
Room Name: (insert)
5:30-6:30pm – Cocktails Jazz Trio
Room Name: (insert)
6:30-8:00pm – Dinner 8-Piece Orchestra
Room Name: (insert)
Bridal Party Introductions
Song Played During Introductions: (insert)
Separate Song Played for Bride and Groom Intro: (Y/N) (insert)
Flower Girl: (insert) escorted by Ring Bearer: (insert)
Parents of the Bride: (insert)
Parents of the Groom: (insert)
Ushers: (insert)
Bridesmaids and Groomsmen:
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
(insert) escorted by (insert)
Maid/Matron of Honor:
(insert) escorted by Best Man: (insert)
Song for the Bride & Groom: (insert)
Announce Bride and Groom: (specify how you would like to be introduced)
First Dance: (insert)
Father/Daughter Dance: (insert)
Mother/Son Dance: (insert)
Guests Dance Right Away (Y/N)
Announce Cake Cutting: (Y/N) (song?)
Welcome Toast by Father of the Bride: (Y/N)
Grace: (Y/N)
Given by: (relationship) (name)
First Course is Served
Toasts:
Toast 1: (relationship) (name)
Toast 2: (relationship) (name)
Toast 3: (relationship) (name)
Dancing Between Courses: (Y/N)
Main Course is Served Bride and Groom Toast: (Y/N)
(song dedications, birthday/anniversary shout-outs, etc.)
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