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Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall Pittsburgh Wedding~ Allie and Dan

Allie and Dan had a perfect day celebrating their love and marriage. The newlyweds, along with their cute lab puppy, welcomed their family and friends to the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall to experience the top live Pittsburgh band, City Heat. The band was a true fit for the bride and groom who performed funky, energetic music all evening long. The party was so jamming that the bride and many of their guests couldn’t help but join in on the show. The party ended with a sparkler send off for the bride and groom and they rode away in a wooden carriage.

The bride was a real beauty in her lacy gown. She looked so pretty and ready to dance with her hair pulled back in a low bun. Her veil was pinned in place and had lace detailing at the edges. Sparkly earrings and flawless makeup completed her look. As for the groom, he looked great in his gray suit and checkered tie! A pink daisy was pinned to his jacket for a fun pop of color.

The bridesmaids wore short blue dresses and carried flowers similar to the bride’s. They all wore their hair up, away from their face. Their pretty smiles mimicked that of the bride’s! What a beautiful group of ladies.

While the groomsmen waited for the ceremony to begin, they took a few photos with the photographer, Simply Sisters Photography. What a lovely group, in their light suits and checkered ties! The groomsmen were excited to hear City Heat band crank out their favorite hit songs later at the reception.

The bride and groom’s ceremony was held at the Rogal Family Chapel. The chapel had huge glass windows and was sweetly decorated with white bows and blue hydrangeas. After the ceremony the bridal party took formal photos inside the chapel.

The bride and groom chose seasonal blooms and colors to be a part of their special day, with blue, yellow, white and pink. The bride’s bouquet really popped against her white dress, which was put together by her florist Budget Blossoms by Jilliann. Her bouquet consisted of roses, daisies, and hydrangeas.

The newlyweds were more than ready to head over to their reception to get the party started. City Heat was all set to play their favorite music, a blend of new and old, perfect to get their guests out on the dance floor.

For their first dance the couple chose the song “Thinking Out Loud”. Guests watched the blissful couple glide across the dance floor. When the song came to an end the band directed everyone’s attention to the cake table. Time to eat some cake!

~Reception Highlights~

Bride & Groom First Dance: Thinking Out Loud, Ed Sheeran

Bride & Father Dance: I Loved Her First, Heartland

Groom & Mother Dance: My Wish, Rascal Flatts

Specialty Songs: Neven Kolo, Kolo 2, Polka

Their wedding cake was sweet and simple, with white buttercream frosting and pink, yellow, and blue flowers. The cake was done by Signature Desserts and looked absolutely scrumptious!

Whenever a bride smashes cake in the groom’s face, you know it’s going to be a good party! The fun-loving couple asked the band to kick off the festivities with parent dances. The bride and her father danced to “I Loved Her First” and the groom with his mother to “My Wish”. The couple also had a few specialty dances up their sleeve- a Croatian dance called the kolo, which was important to the bride’s mother and aunts. It was quite the show! They also requested some popular songs for the band to play, such as “Uptown Funk”, “Shut Up and Dance”, and Happy”.

“The band was awesome! We loved them! Our guests had nothing but great things to say. We had a ton of fun and everyone was on the dance floor.” -Bride and Groom

What an awesome photo! Clearly, the bride had a blast at the reception! The bride and groom both loved the band, as did many of their friends and family. City Heat truly rocked their socks off! Everyone was out on the dance floor, enjoying the awesome tunes. Before the night came to an end, the band announced two more surprises- a cookie table, with cute containers for everyone to take some home, and a sparkler send off of the bride and groom. What an amazing night!

We hope you’ve enjoyed taking a look at Allie and Dan’s wedding. City Heat played the perfect soundtrack for Allie and Dan, complete with some of their favorite songs and included some specialty performances. Guests had every reason to move and stay out on the dance floor! The band was delighted to be a part of their wedding day. If you are planning your wedding or event and are looking for an awesome live band, be sure to check out City Heat and contact them with any questions you may have. We’d love to talk about your party! Check out all the other vendors Allie and Dan had at their wedding, including their lovely photographer, Simply Sisters Photography.

~Vendor List:~

Ceremony: Rogal Family Chapel

Reception: Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall

Photographer: Simply Sisters Photography

Florist: Budget Blossoms by Jilliann

Cake: Signature Desserts

Entertainment: City Heat

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White Barn Pittsburgh Wedding ~ Capri and Louis

Capri and Louis were wed on a gorgeous sunny day. There was not a cloud in the sky as the couple said their “I do’s” at their outdoor ceremony. The reception venue, the White Barn, was a true throwback to vintage decor with strings of pearls, lace, and breathtaking floral arrangements.

For live entertainment, the dancing-till-you-drop Pittsburgh wedding band, City Heat, performed for their family and friends as they danced non stop all evening long. The couple created the perfect playlist for the band to play, with fun, groovy tunes, getting guests up and on their feet, till their shoes came off!

Weddings are all about the details, and in this wedding, there were many to see. Simple and romantic, little touches are everywhere, starting with the bride. She wore slingback wedges and a form fitting gown. Her dress was covered in lace, and the back delicately woven with flowers and dotted with buttons.

We love this photo below, of the groom awaiting to meet his bride. So much anticipation! He wore a gray suit and white bow tie.

Their ceremony took place outside on the grounds of the White Barn. A white elm altar stood just before a pond, decorated with flowers and white drapery. Jars of baby’s breath lined the make shift aisle.

The bride walked down the aisle on the arm of her father. We love the vintage feel of her bouquet, with soft pink and white flowers. Her florist, All About Reclaimed, did an amazing job.

Rachel Rowland captured a sweet moment of the bride and groom during their ceremony. How happy did they look? Their guests showered them with rose petals after they were announced husband and wife. Soon it would be time for City Heat to fire up the band and get the party started!

After the ceremony the newlyweds posed outside for photos. Rachel Rowland truly has a gift for lighting. We love this photo, so serene, as the sun set behind the bride and groom in the meadow. What a beautiful shot!

The bride’s gown fit her like a glove. Her veil was the perfect length and her swarovski crystal belt provided just the right amount of sparkle.

Pink and gray were the main colors in this wedding. Half of the bridesmaids wore pink, while the others wore gray. Their gowns were long, light, and airy. Perfect for an evening of dancing! The groomsmen looked dashingly handsome in gray suits, white shirts, and gray bow ties. The bridal court must have been eager to get to the reception to relax and listen to some great music.

At the reception, family and friends were greeted by a charming guest table. The table was covered in lace, pearls, and candles. There were lanterns everywhere and books were used as props on the tables. How sweet!

After cocktails, the band introduced the bridal court with the song “Be My Forever”. City Heat band played soft music as the buffet dinner opened up to guests for a delicious meal.

The bride and groom cut their cake as guests polished off their dinner plates. Their cake was simple and pretty, embellished with roses and white trim.

The newlyweds had their first dance to the song “A Thousand Years”. City Heat played flawlessly as guests admired the bride and groom’s performance as they sailed across the dance floor. The night was just about to begin, with energetic, upbeat music to get guests out on the dance floor.

~Reception Highlights~

Bridal Party Entrance: Be My Forever, Christina Perri

Bride & Groom First Dance: A Thousand Years, Christina Perri

Father & Bride Dance: Cinderella, Steven Curtis Chapman

Groom & Mother Dance: You Are the Sunshine of My Life, Stevie Wonder

Bouquet Toss: Single Ladies, Beyonce

Garter Toss: It’s Raining Men, The Weather Girls

The bride and groom asked the band to play anything and everything FUN! They wanted everyone to dance as both their families enjoy good music and love having an excuse to party! City Heat was happy to comply and played a fantastic variety of current music, classic oldies, salsa, and cha cha. A very special song was played for the bride’s parents- their wedding song, “Always & Forever”.

Another highlight of the night was a soul train dance line led by the father of the bride! The women lined up on one side and the men on the other, and paired off to dance down the line. The band also played great line dancing music, such as the “Cupid Shuffle”, “Teach Me How To Dougie”, and “Cha Cha Slide”. The newlyweds and their guests had a smashing good time!

What a perfect way to end a spectacular night, with a sparkler send off for the newlyweds. The bride and groom had an absolute blast and could not have asked for a more talented, lively band to entertain their guests. We hope you’ve enjoyed taking a peek at Capri and Louis’ gorgeous wedding. The couple was thrilled to have City Heat play at their reception, their talent and professional skills truly knocked it out of the park. Be sure to take a look at their photographer, Rachel Rowland, and all the other vendors they used for their wedding. If YOU are looking for a live band to play at your wedding or special event, check out City Heat. Contact them today to discuss the details of your party!

~Vendor List:~

Ceremony: White Barn

Reception: White Barn

Photographer: Rachel Rowland

Florist: All About Reclaimed

Cake: Giant Eagle Bakery

Entertainment: City Heat

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Country Club Pittsburgh Wedding~ Elizabeth & Jonathan

Elizabeth and Jonathan planned an elegant wedding celebration at one of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania’s most exclusive country clubs. The couple incorporated many of their family members to be a part of their special day. A strong bond is evident in all their photos, with the bride and her sisters, parents, and of course, the groom. Their reception was one of a kind, held at an exclusive country club, with twinkling lights and the top premier wedding band, John Parker Band, who performed all night for all their family and friends.

Before the ceremony the bride and groom posed outside for photos with their bridal party. The leaves and evergreen trees made for the perfect rustic backdrop.

The bride wore a strapless sweetheart gown. Her skirt and bodice were beaded with flowers and lace. Her hair was pulled back in a bun, with a pendant pinned in place. The flower girl posed sweetly with the bride, wearing a crown of flowers in her hair.

What a lovely photo, the bride with her sisters- her maids of honor. They wore silver dresses embellished with sequins. Their bouquets consisted of white roses, gray flowers, and assorted greenery. We love their simple, soft hairdos.

Oh, how precious! We bet the photographer, Jessica Vogelsang, loved having the opportunity to photograph such beautiful girls! The girls wore matching gold dresses and shoes. Too cute for words!

And now we must focus our attention on the two ring bearers. The boys wore khaki pants and brown shoes. Their jackets were dark blue, just like the groom, with red bow ties. Such handsome little boys!

We love the groom here, sporting his fun socks! His seasonal tie looked great too! We love his blue suit, leather shoes, and crisp white shirt.

The bride and groom were wed at St. Michael’s of the Valley church. It was the perfect location for their nuptials.

After the ceremony, guests made their way to the reception venue for cocktails, dinner, and dancing. Jazzy, festive music was played by the band during cocktails until it was time for the newlyweds to share their first dance as husband and wife. Guests gathered around the dance floor to watch and take pictures as John Parker Band played “You Are The Best Thing”. The band invited all married couples to join the bride and groom as the song came to a close.

The venue space twinkled with lights and a large tree was in the center of the room. Chandeliers dangled from the ceiling and white tables with low floral arrangements added to the beauty of the space. The band was all set to entertain the wedding by the dance floor, in perfect view. The fun would soon begin!

Guests were treated to a sit down dinner as John Parker Band played soft tasteful music. The bride’s father and maid of honors toasted to the bride and groom before the band transitioned to the traditional parent dances.

The bride danced with her father to “My Girl” and the groom danced with his mother to “You Raise Me Up”. The band invited other father and daughters to join in, as well as other mothers and sons. Then, it was time to cut the cake and get the party started!

~Reception Soundtrack:~

Bride and Groom First Dance: You Are The Best Thing– Ray LaMontagne

Bride and Father Dance: My Girl– Temptations

Groom and Mother Dance: You Raise Me Up– Josh Groban

Last Dancing Song: I’ll Be there for You– Rembrandts

The bride and groom requested John Parker Band to play good ol’ oldies, classic rock, and some of today’s top hits. The couple love music and a good beat and hoped for a funky, non stop dancing night. The party was a blast with everyone grooving on the dance floor, from young to old! Good music knows no age limit, and that was certainly the case at this party!

Bride and Groom: “Our guests had a BLAST! Everyone had so much fun and could not believe what a great band we had at our wedding.”

The band played many of the songs on the bride and groom’s set list. From Billy Joel, Frank Sinatra, to the White Stripes and KC & The Sunshine Band, there was something for everyone to enjoy. We adore these photos below of the ring bearer and flower girl having fun!

The John Parker Band had a fantastic time at Elizabeth and Jonathan’s wedding. Their wedding could not have been more beautiful and what a wonderful couple! We wish you many years of love and happiness!

If you are planning your wedding or event, don’t hesitate to contact John Parker Band today. We’d love to hear all about your big day! We hope you’ll take a moment to visit all the talented vendors Elizabeth and Jonathan had at their wedding, including their lovely photographer, Jessica Vogelsang.

~Vendor List:~

Ceremony: St. Michael’s of the Valley

Photographer: Jessica Vogelsang

Florist: A Garden of Earthly Delights

Cake: Provided by the Country Club

Entertainment: John Parker Band

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Bakersville Fire Hall Pittsburgh Wedding~ Claire and Michael

Claire and Michael’s wedding was a sweet country affair. The couple exchanged vows at the St. Peter’s Catholic Church with many of their friends and family in attendance. Their reception took place at the Bakersville Banquet Hall with pretty white tables and gold chandeliers. There were many little touches throughout their wedding, from the cake with a porcelain bell topper and handwritten place cards. For entertainment Claire and Michael found a fun and classy live band to perform at their reception- the Modern Times Band. Family and friends had a blast listening to 80’s and 90’s music, jazzy tunes, and participating in a dollar dance!

We love this photo taken by their photographer, Glessner Photography, of all the bride’s trinkets. Her something blue; a garter, her pearl necklace, earrings, and bracelet. Even her shoes with a vintage brooch were so pretty.

Truly a throwback to the 80’s, with big bows and ruffles, the bridesmaids really knocked it out of the park with a fun twist on the traditional bridesmaid dress. So great for dancing, too! The bridesmaids wore different styles, some short and some long and the only thing they had in common- the color, white!

After the ceremony guests headed for the Bakersville Banquet Hall for the reception. The ballroom was decorated with white tabletops and colorful napkins. The bride and groom had their own table with their wedding cake, a delicious buttercream confection done by My Daughter’s Wedding Cakes. The dance space was huge and had plenty of room for Modern Times Band to set up!

The room was all lit up once it was time for the newlyweds to make their grand entrance. The band introduced them and the rest of the bridal party. For their first dance the band played “Just You N’ Me”.

We must pause for a moment to admire the bride’s bouquet. An arrangement of wild flowers with white, pink, orange, and blue. It was beautifully done by Putman Flowers.

Ah, the first dance as husband and wife! Modern Times Band made sure to make their song extra special. Following dinner, the band would then play a song for the bride and her father to dance, “The Girl From Ipanema”.

~Reception Music:~

Bride and Groom First Dance: Just You ‘N’ Me, Chicago

Bride and Father Dance: The Girl From Ipanema, Frank Sinatra

Other Requests: Oh What a Night, The Four Seasons,
Today I Met The Boy I’m Gonna Marry, Darlene Love

Special Dances: Dollar Dance

The party really started after the newlyweds cut their cake. The couple love 80’s and 90’s music and the band played many of their favorites. They also played classic Frank Sinatra hits, keeping up with their jazzy theme. Friends and family twirled around the dance floor and paused to admire the happy couple. Their night was a flawless celebration!

We wish Claire and Michael many years of happiness! A huge thank you to their photographer- Glessner Photography, for sharing their photos with us. We hope you will take a moment to view his work and check out the other vendors the couple had at their wedding. Modern Times Band was so honored to be a part of their day. Everyone had so much fun and were so impressed with their professionalism and class. Modern Times Band is the perfect match for any wedding reception or event, contact them today for more information. We would love to hear about your fabulous party!

~Vendor List:~

Ceremony: St. Peter’s Catholic Church

Reception: Bakersville Banquet Hall

Photographer: Glessner Photography

Florist: Putman Flowers

Cake: My Daughter’s Wedding Cakes

Entertainment: Modern Times Band

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Parkersburg Country Club WV Wedding~ Kasandra and Eric

Kasandra and Eric thought of every detail for their special day. The couple chose a beautiful color scheme of deep reds and plum wine, which complimented their romantic reception venue perfectly. They also chose a top live Pittsburgh wedding band to perform all night long for their family and friends. The weather could not have been more perfect, with many of their photos taken outdoors under the canopy of trees. Liv Hefner Photography captured the bride and groom, so happy and so in love.

The pair chose the Parkersburg Country Club for their wedding reception. The venue’s dance floor was in the center of the room with plenty of space for City Heat band to set up on stage.

The bride and groom were married at a Catholic church, the Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption. We love this classic black and white photo of the bride walking down the aisle with her father.

The marble altar made for one stunning back drop as the bride and groom bowed their heads, awaiting to exchange vows. After they were announced husband and wife the couple made their way out to family and friends who showered them with leaves and white confetti.

We must pause for a moment to take a look at the bride’s bouquet. Truly, so romantic. The bouquet was a mixture of calla lilies, red and pink roses, and plum dahlias. The colors blended together beautifully, every flower in full bloom.

The bride was gorgeous with curls falling naturally to her shoulders and chandelier earrings sparkling in the sun. She wore a mantilla veil with lace embroidery and a form fitting dress. Her wedding gown was delicately stitched with lace appliques, capped sleeves, and crystals.

The bridesmaids wore dresses the color of wine, each a slightly different style. Their dresses were long and lightweight, perfect to move about the dance floor! The ladies wore their hair up, away from their face, with soft tendrils escaping free. Their bouquets featured the same colors as the brides, with pink roses, dahlias, and chrysanthemums.

The men wore light gray suits with pinstriped ties. The happy groom pinned a red rose to his lapel instead of a white one like the rest of his groomsmen, and a solid gray tie. What a handsome group!

The bride and groom held their reception at the Parkersburg Country Club. The venue looked beautiful with tall glass vases and low floral centerpieces. The flowers were arranged by Passiflora, who did a wonderful job incorporating the bride’s color scheme. Gold chargers rested under the white china with a small token of remembrance on each place setting. The napkins were red, the table cloths shimmery gold, and the chairs white with gold sashes.

How fun was the chevron runner? That is a great touch, a modern flair to this traditional wedding! We also love the fancy script table numbers in gold frames.

City Heat was ready to start the night with bridal party introductions atop the venue stage. How perfect for the band, with plenty of space for every member and instrument. The band played “Dear Future Husband” as the court made their way into the ballroom, right before playing another Meghan Trainor song, “Like I’m Going to Lose You” for the bride and groom to share their first dance.

We love this photo, taken by Liv Hefner Photography, of the bride and groom monogram. The bride and groom’s table was right in front of the stage, the best view in house of the band!

~Musical Highlights:~

Bride and Groom First Dance: Like I’m Gonna Lose You– Meghan Trainor

Father and Daughter Dance: Butterfly Kisses– Bob Carlisle

Groom and Aunt Dance: My Wish– Rascal Flatts

Cake Cutting: All of Me- John Legend

Guests were treated to a dinner buffet before City Heat announced the parent dances. The bride danced with her father to the popular song “Butterfly Kisses” and the groom danced with his aunt to “My Wish”. The party was about to begin as the band transitioned to play top hits from today and some of the bride and groom’s favorite oldies.

The five tier cake looked amazing, done by Village Cakery. Pink and red roses cascaded down the cake and the bottom layers were dusted in gold. We love the fireman’s ax resting next to the cake in the photo below, what a cute nod to the groom’s occupation!

The night was a blast, everyone had a great time dancing to City Heat’s jamming music. The father of the bride joined the band on stage to sing along with some of his favorite songs. What a party! The band was asked to stay even longer than usual, guests were having so much fun they did not want the party to stop!

“The band was so awesome and so much fun. Everyone talked about how great they were!” –Mother of the Bride

As the celebration came to an end, the band announced a sparkler send off would take place outside the venue. Family and friends cheered and waved their sparklers in the air, saying goodbye to the bride and groom.

What a night! We hope you’ve enjoyed reading about Kasandra and Eric’s wedding day. City Heat was thrilled to be a part of the celebration and had a fabulous time performing for their guests. The night was one that will not be forgotten! If you’re looking for an amazing live high energy band for your wedding or event, contact City Heat to learn more. We’d also like to thank Liv Hefner Photography for such beautiful photos! Be sure to check her out as well as all the other vendors Kasandra and Eric had for their wedding.