They had everyone dancing the whole night and we got endless compliments about how good they sounded. Some of the songs they played I actually thought was the original artist! David is also so thoughtful and gifts each couple an immensely thoughtful gift at the end of the night and I cannot say thank you enough!!

– Luca and  Katie R

We’ll take care of all the music for your ceremony and reception. Our designated expert emcee will make the announcements and work directly with your vendors so you can relax and enjoy your wedding! We have 25 years of experience performing thousands of organized, personalized and incredibly fun weddings like yours.  We’ll help you with everything!

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My wife and I cannot say enough good things about DRS Music. David was wonderful to work with , he was so prompt and responsive throughout our entire planning process. The musicians in the band were so talented, that we still get compliments from our guests on how we had  the best band at our wedding. Our wedding was 5 months ago and guests are still telling us how much fun hey had. We highly recommend  DRSMUSIC at your next big event!!!

– Steve and Julianne K.

We understand the importance of staying organized for your wedding. We’re obsessed about every detail of your ceremony and reception for your music and announcements.  Just read our reviews!  The best weddings have the highest attention to detail. The more organized it is, the more relaxed you’ll be! We have over 25 years of customized weddings. We’re the friendly experts!

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  • We’ll email you a TEMPLATE of your overall wedding schedule.
  • You gradually fill out the schedule details. 
  • About a month before your wedding email back the COMPLETED SCHEDULE 
  • We’ll email you a link to schedule a Zoom meeting to confirm the details.
  • We confirm and share the final schedule with your planner and vendors.
  • Before each announcement, we’ll make sure you and all your vendors ready and in the right place at the right time. You get to relax and enjoy complete peace of mind at your wedding.
  • We’re always available for a call or Zoom. Feel free to call or text David anytime. 773.719.7610

From the beginning meetings with David, we could tell he was professional and had been orchestrating weddings for a long time. We felt confident in his skillset and vision for how the night would unfold. David walked us through the flow of the evening and shared Google Docs to fill out with all the information that we would  to make sure his announcements throughout this night were on point. He was super organized and helpful!!

– Eric and Morgan S.

We’re so glad you found us. Our award winning music company will take of everything you need for your Chicago Wedding or Corporate Event. We’ll be with you from our first call to the last note.  For more information on the band, questions about packages or pricing, please fill out the form and we’ll get back to you right away. We’re looking forward to learning about your wedding or event. Thanks!

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David was great to work with, very responsive to all of emails and calls. He went above and beyond to create a cutomized experience for us and our guests. He’s truly an expert!

– Bill and Susan N.

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We’ll work with you to create a schedule that fits you perfectly. We match your music to the style of your wedding. You’ll be able to have a complete team of wedding experts working with you from the first call to the last note! We’ll add lots of personal touches and unlimited song requests. We celebrate you! We’ll work with you to create a schedule that fits you perfectly. You can make your wedding as casual or as formal as you’d like. We have 20 years of experience performing a wide variety of weddings. You’ll be able to have a complete team of wedding experts working with you from the first call to the last note! We’ll add lots of personal touches and unlimited song requests. We celebrate you! “He pulled together the kindest, most personal gifts for me and my Knicks fan husband, he went absolutely above and beyond.” – Mia & Jeff
DRS MUSIC has performed for clients from a variety of ethnicities and religions: Italian, Irish, Polish, Jewish, Russian, Latin and Korean, as well as combinations of cultures.  We are familiar with various cultural traditions, so you’ll get all the music that reflects your family’s identity. While our band can play your ethnic requests, you can also give us your Spotify list and we will have our DJ play your traditional music during the band break to keep everyone dancing. OPA! “David’s talented musicians played all the Jewish music we needed including the greatest Hora we could have hoped for. Truly amazing!!” -Laura & Max
DRS has all the music for your ceremony, cocktails, dinner, and dancing. We’ll help you select the perfect songs from our song list of 2,000-song list. We also have a full-time arranger for all your special requests. We’ll give you the perfect music for each aspect of your wedding. You will be able to work directly with our ceremony music director Alex and have access to our Ceremony Music guide. We’re your friendly experts that will help you choose all your wedding music! “Their band played the exact songs we requested as our guests entered the reception, and worked with us to make our vision of a “moonlight dance” with just us two (as our guests were exiting) a reality. Incredible!”– Shauna & Ben
Our Sound/Lighting Department is led by our expert engineer and his staff. You’ll get the perfect sound system for your particular venue, which will be set up before your guests arrive and adjusted throughout the night. Never too loud and always comfortable! Stage lighting is included, too. We will handle all the loading and set up details with the venue to give you great sound and peace of mind! “The sound for both our ceremony and reception was just perfect. Even our grandparents said the sound of the band made them want to stay until end of the night which was great! Thanks so much” – Lisa & Jimmy

Our music company is LGBT friendly. We want to help you celebrate who you are and who you love. We treat all our couples as friends regardless of sexual preference. Our music company have been one of the biggest supporters of the Marriage Equality movement and have performed dozens of amazing same-sex weddings. We believe People are People and Love is Love. Let’s celebrate your love together!

“We loved that David treated our same sex marriage with so much enthusiasm and joy. He told us that Love is Love. At the wedding he made our big day so special. He and his band celebrated our love!!”
– Michelle and Lucy

Throughout the entire planning process, David was right there by our side. His enthusiasm, expertise and talented group of musicians are truly unmatched. We had so much ease going our wedding day knowing that he had our backs no matter what, we and our guests would have a blast on the dance floor. We could not recommend David Rothstein Music enough. Do yourself a favor and hire them for your wedding!

– Patrick and Kelsey L. 

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Luca + Katie R.
Luca + Katie R.
WEDDING DATE 12.31.23
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David and his band were an absolute pleasure to work with. David had many calls with us to ensure we were perfectly prepared for our event and that we were getting exactly what we had wanted. David runs a fabulous event and somehow his band is even better! They had everyone dancing the whole night and we got endless compliments about how good they sounded. David is also so thoughtful and gifts each couple an immensely thoughtful giftIf you are looking at bands for your wedding look no further than David! It truly was a spectacular night! Thank you so much!
David + Svetlana V.
David + Svetlana V.
WEDDING DATE: 11.11.23
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We are so pleased with our decision to hire David Rothstein Music for our wedding! Our guests continue to rave about how amazing the band was and what a wonderful time they had on the dancefloor. The band had fantastic energy, the singers were incredibly talented, and the music was exactly what we envisioned for our special day. The ceremony music led by Alex Koffman was exceptional and David was a wonderful emcee. Thank you, DRS, for making our wedding so special!
Marty + Lindsay N.
Marty + Lindsay N.
WEDDING DATE 12.2.23
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"David Rothstein and the band were the perfect band for our wedding. David is very helpful and easy to work with. He is creative and keeps the party engaged with each song. The band’s performance is truly unique and catered to your needs and wants. We received and are still receiving so many compliments from from our wedding. The dance floor was packed all night long!!"
Joe + Bianca D.
Joe + Bianca D.
WEDDING DATE 11.3.23
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From the communication, the surprise gift, and the most amazing music— David was a pleasure to work with and was always so quick to answer all our calls/texts/emails. He was so accommodating to any special songs and traditions we wanted to have as well.The band was absolutely incredible as well as the supporting DJ/Sax player for our late night party. The 10 piece band was the best band we’ve ever heard! This is your best choice!!!!
Joey + Kelly M.
Joey + Kelly M.
WEDDING DATE 10.28.23
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"DRS is exactly who you want when you are looking for a band for your wedding!!!!! Not only is David the real deal, but his band gets the dance floor packed!! We have had so many compliments on how awesome the band/ DJ combo was.Our family has used David for two family weddings now, and will continue to do so!!! We love David Rothstein!!!"
Tyler + Madeline T.
Tyler + Madeline T.
WEDDING DATE 10.21.23
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“Calling this a wedding band doesn’t even do justice, it is a musical experience beyond what I’ve ever seen at an event! Their talent is out of this world and David will work closely with you to have THE most perfect and curated experience. Working with David Rothstein band is the most fun and refreshing experience! Couldn’t recommend more highly.”
Kyle +  Rachel R.
Kyle + Rachel R.
WEDDING DATE 10.7.23
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“WOW! David Rothstein Band exceeded all our expectations at our wedding. If you want a packed dancefloor, amazing talent, and a fun time, then you should book DRS! The vocal talent of the band is UNREAL! My number one request was for a packed dancefloor and DRS delivered! Run don’t walk to book them, they’re amazing!”
Eric + Morgan S.
Eric + Morgan S.
WEDDING DATE 8.27.23
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"If you want a wedding band that truly makes your wedding day unique to you and your fiancé, David Rothstein Band is the way to go! The band is incredibly talented and so kind! We danced the entire night to a variety of amazing music with incredible musicians. The band played some of our favorite songs, and he had a very high energy!"
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  FIRST BAND VOTED INTO
  THE KNOT HALL OF FAME

  BEST OF THE KNOT + WEDDING WIRE AWARD WINNER
  17 YEARS IN A ROW

  VOTED MOST CHARITABLE
WEDDING VENDOR IN THE NATION

25 YEARS OF THRILLED CLIENTS
2,894 WEDDINGS – 1,673 EVENTS

We play throughout Wisconsin, Indiana and Michigan as well as throughout the nation. We will provide an estimate for additional travel expenses.

David is the most eloquent MC, first introducing us to “Everlasting Love” and then guiding us into our cake cutting to “How Sweet It is” He was available to us and our vendors all night. Our dance floor was jam packed right way and stayed packed until the last note! Our wedding was in Green Bay, WIS. They worked out all the travel expenses and details and made it super easy for us. This guy is a real professional!

– Ryan and Katherine L.

WE'LL MAKE YOUR WEDDING
ORGANIZED, PERSONALIZED AND AUTHENTIC

Michael and Julie Montgomery Wedding Schedule

Saturday, October 26, 2024
Chicago History Museum
Chicago, IL

Michael and Julie Montgomery Wedding

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)

Ceremony:
5:00-5:30pm – Ceremony Classical Trio
Room Name: (insert)

Cocktails:
5:30-6:30pm – Cocktails Jazz Trio
Room Name: (insert)

Dinner:
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)

Dancing:
8:00-11:00pm – Dancing 11-Piece Orchestra
Room Name: (insert)
Bouquet: (Y/N)
Garter: (Y/N)
After Party: (Y/N)

Special Requests:
(song dedications, birthday/anniversary shout-outs, etc.)

Michael and Julie Montgomery Wedding Schedule

Saturday, October 26, 2024
Chicago History Museum
Chicago, IL

Michael and Julie Montgomery Wedding

Schedule Overview:
5:00-5:30pm Ceremony Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)
5:30-6:30pm Cocktails – Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
6:30-8:00pm Dinner – 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ (Piano, Bass, Drums, Guitar, Violin/Percussion, Sax, Male and Female Vocalist, DJ)
8:00-11:30pm Dancing – 11-Piece Orchestra ( ADD Trumpet, Trombone and 3rd Vocalist)

Ceremony:
5:00-5:30pm – Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)
Room Name: Ballroom

Cocktails:
5:30-6:30pm – Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
Room Name: Portrait Gallery

Dinner:
6:30-8:00pm – 8-Piece Orchestra
Room Name: Ballroom

Bridal Party Introductions
Song Played During Introductions: University of Michigan Fight Song
Separate Song Played for Bride and Groom Intro: YES

Flower Girl: Jenny Flynn escorted by Ring Bearer: : Paul Green
Parents of the Bride: Russ and Laurie Drake
Parents of the Groom: Steve and Cindy Montomery

Ushers: Larry Porter, Brian White, and Scott McGee

Bridesmaids and Groomsmen:
Susan Neiman escorted by Kyle Summers
Jackie Hall escorted by Sam Knight
Sonya Ellis escorted by Roger McWilliams
Lois Kay escorted by Dan Fields
Maria Alehandro escorted by Boris Tiwari
Maid of Honor: Kayla Drake escorted by Best Man: Shawn Montgomery

Song for the Bride & Groom: Let’s Get the Party Started

Announce Bride and Groom: Michael and Julie Montgomery

First Dance: Beyond by Leon Bridges

Father/Daughter Dance: The Way You Look Tonight by Frank Sinatra

Mother/Son Dance: Because You Loved Me by Celine Dion

Guests Dance Right Away: Yes

Announce Cake Cutting: Yes How Sweet It Is

Welcome Toast by Father of the Bride: Russ Drake

Grace: Yes

Given by: Bride’s Uncle Jerry Montgomery

First Course is Served
Toasts:

Toast 1: : Maid of Honor: Kayla Drake
Toast 2: Bridesmaid: Jackie Hall
Toast 3: Best Man: Shawn Montgomery 

Dancing Between Courses: Yes

Main Course is Served Bride and Groom Toast: Yes Michael and Julie

Dancing:
8:00-11:30pm – 11-Piece Orchestra
Room Name: Ballroom
Bouquet: Yes
Garter: No
After Party: Yes

Special Requests:
Bride’s Mom Laurie Birthday – Play Proud Mary
Sister’s Anniversary Jill and Corey

Michael and Julie Montgomery
Wedding Schedule

Saturday, October 26, 2024
Chicago History Museum
Chicago, IL

Michael and Julie Montgomery Wedding

Schedule Overview:

5:30-6:00pm Ceremony Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)
6:00-7:00pm Cocktails – Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
7:00-8:30pm Dinner – 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ (Piano, Bass, Drums, Guitar, Violin/Percussion, Sax, Male & Female Vocalist, DJ)
8:30-11:30pm Dancing – 11-Piece Orchestra ( ADD Trumpet, Trombone and 3rd Vocalist)
11:30-12:00am After Party DJ Duo (DJ and Sax)

Ceremony:

5:30-6:00pm – Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)

Cocktails:

6:00-7:00pm – Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
Room Name: Portrait Gallery

Dinner:

7:00-8:30pm  – 8-Piece Orchestra

Room Name: Grand Ballroom

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)
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)

Dancing:

8:30-11:30pm  – 11-Piece Orchestra

Room Name: Grand Ballroom

Bouquet: (Y/N) Garter: (Y/N)

After Party:

11:30-12:00am – DJ Duo (DJ and Sax)

Room Name: Grand Ballroom

Special Requests:
(song dedications, birthday/anniversary shout-outs, etc.)

Michael and Julie Montgomery
Wedding Schedule

Saturday, October 26, 2024
Chicago History Museum
Chicago, IL

Michael and Julie Montgomery Wedding

Schedule Overview:

5:30-6:00pm Ceremony Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)
6:00-7:00pm Cocktails – Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
7:00-8:30pm Dinner – 8-Piece Orchestra w/DJ (Piano, Bass, Drums, Guitar, Violin/Percussion, Sax, Male & Female Vocalist, DJ)
8:30-11:30pm Dancing – 11-Piece Orchestra ( ADD Trumpet, Trombone and 3rd Vocalist)
11:30-12:00am After Party DJ Duo (DJ and Sax)

Ceremony:

5:30-6:00pm  – Classical Trio (Piano, Violin and Cello)
Room Name: Grand Ballroom

Cocktails:

6:00-7:00pm  – Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax)
Room Name: Portrait Gallery

Dinner:

7:00-8:30pm   –8-Piece Orchestra

Bridal Party Introductions:
Song Played During Introductions: A Little Party Never Killed Nobody by Fergie

Flower Girl: Chloe Espino escorted by Ring Bearer: Bobby  Meck
Parents of the Bride: Mike and Cheryl Kovach
Parents of the Groom: Ron and Laura Montgomery

Ushers: Patrick O’Connor, Scott Ledding and Jim Schultz

Bridesmaids and Groomsmen:
Robert Orland escorted by Michelle Park
Jason Lambert escorted by Lisa Marino
Steve Cohen escorted by Nancy Chambers

Maid of Honor: Amy Kovach escorted by Best Man: Dennis Montgomery

Song for the Bride & Groom: Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Announce Bride and Groom: Michael & Julie Montgomery

Announce Cake Cutting: Stars in the City by Old Dominion

First Dance: Make You Feel My Love – By Adele
Father/Daughter Dance: Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder
Mother/Son Dance: Yellow by Cold Play

Guests Dance Right Away:  YES

Welcome Toast by Father of the Bride: (Y/N)
Blessing Over the Meal:  Father Andy Reynolds

Salad is Served 

Toasts:
Toast 1: Maid of Honor: Amy Kovach
Toast 2: Best Man & Brother of the Groom: Dennis Montgomery
Toast 3: Matron of Honor: Rachel Downing

Dancing Between Courses: YES

Main Course is Served

Bride and Groom Toast: Michael and Julie

Dancing:

8:30-11:30pm  – 11-Piece Orchestra

Room Name: Grand Ballroom

After Party:

11:30-12:00am  – DJ Duo with Sax

Room Name: Grand Ballroom

Bouquet: Yes Garter: No

Special Requests:
Bride’s Sister Ann’s 30th Birthday – About Damn Time