Jackie, Author at John Parker Bands

Carnegie Museum Pittsburgh Wedding ~ Jordan and Laurie

Jordan and Laurie’s traditional Greek Orthodox wedding was dripping with breathtaking flowers that were hand-arranged by the bride herself. The bride and her family own Gidas Flowers in Oakland, so adding a little natural beauty to this joyous occasion was a must!

But there’s way more to this wedding than just looks. This couple and their guests had a great time at the reception movin’ to the sounds of Pittsburgh’s acclaimed wedding entertainers, The John Parker Band.

The exquisite flower arrangements made every inch of this wedding pop! with aesthetic brilliance, giving wedding photographer Amber – founder of Amber Marie Photography – plenty of photo opportunities. Take a look through her pics below!

The ceremony took place at the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, a stunning venue in Pittsburgh. The golden artworks gracing the high vaulted ceilings were only complimented by the gorgeous white peonies carefully placed throughout the church. The bride spent the majority of the ceremony sporting a happy smile, excited to finally be marrying her best friend!

After a fun afternoon of shooting pictures, the wedding party journeyed over to the Carnegie Music Hall for the reception. Carnegie Music Hall’s Liza Reed should be commended highly for making this all come together! The reception hall – with its unique flooring and ornate architectural details – was beautiful by itself, but when the gold seating and towering floral centerpieces were added to the mix, the room became nothing short of breathtaking. This was a wedding reception fit for royalty.

Reception Soundtrack

First Dance: “Making Memories of Us” by Keith Urban
Father/Daughter Dance: “Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole & Natalie Cole
Mother/Son Dance: “My Wish” by Rascal Flats
Other Songs of Note: “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Michael McDonald

This crowd definitely brought the party on! The bride, groom, and their enthusiastic guests made the dance floor come alive to the music of a top-tier Pittsburgh wedding band!

Once the wedding came to a close, the newlyweds jetted off to their fabulous honeymoon in Belize. What a way to end the perfect day! Want a wedding band that will deliver a great party and smiling guests? You’re in luck. The John Parker Band is only a click away!

VENDORS
Entertainment John Parker Band | Photos Amber Marie Photography
Ceremony Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church | Reception Carnegie Music Hall
Lighting Benack Sound Productions | Flowers Gidas Flowers | Cake Parkhurst Event Catering

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Carnegie Music Hall Pittsburgh Wedding ~ Alicia and Doug

Alicia and Doug’s grand wedding reception event had a vintage style uand a family-friendly feel that enchanted everyone in attendance. To keep feet moving during the reception, the City Heat Band provided outstanding music that was tailored to fit the bride and groom’s personal tastes.

The talented Anita Buzzy Prentiss, founder of Buzzy Photography, was kind enough to provide us with some spectacular photos she snapped during this beautiful wedding!

Following the stage ceremony, the newlyweds and guests enjoyed a relaxing cocktail hour on the Carnegie Music Hall balcony, enjoying broadway and jazz piano renditions provided by the John Parker Bands.

The newlyweds shared a heartwarming first dance as husband and wife in the Carnegie Music Hall’s Grand Foyer as guests watched from the balcony. When guests finally descended into the breathtaking space, they were taken by the soaring ceilings, gold detailing along the walls, and the generous amount of room for merriment and dancing! Though the venue was amazing by itself, the decor only added to the epic feel of the room. Liza Reed, the wonderful Assistant Manager of Special Events at Carnegie, had everything looking spectacular!

To keep guests of all ages smiling and entertained, the bride and groom hired a talented and versatile Pittsburgh wedding band City Heat to play music from many different eras and genres. The newlyweds and their guests ripped up the dance floor until midnight!

Reception Soundtrack:
First Dance: “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Franki Vallie
Mother/Son Dance: “Young at Heart” by Frank Sinatra
Songs of Note: “Flashdance…What A Feeling” from Flashdance
Special Dances: “Too Fat Polka”

Looking for a wedding band that will play ALL your favorite music and create a party-like atmosphere at your reception? Then you’ve found the perfect band entertainment for your wedding!

VENDORS
Entertainment City Heat | Photos Buzzy Photography
Ceremony & Reception Carnegie Music Hall | Flowers The Botanical Emporium
Cake Carnegie Music Hall | Lighting Benack Sound Productions, Inc.

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Pittsburgh Golf Club Wedding ~ Susie and David

Susie and David’s wholesome Sunday morning wedding was a sweet family affair that used understated elegance to its utmost advantage. To conjure up an excitable atmosphere during their reception, they employed the help of the Dreamscape wedding band!

The talented Pittsburgh photographers from The Brand Studio captured many wonderful moments of this wedding in their pix, which you can browse through below!

The bride and groom were wed in a traditional Jewish ceremony beneath a beautifully simplistic white and blue chuppah adorned in garlands. John Parker Bands’ string trio played beautiful classical music as the bride made her grand entrance arm-in-arm with both her mother and father. The ceremony proceeded beautifully, punctuated by the traditional groom’s breaking of the glass.

Following the ceremony, guests gathered in the Pittsburgh Golf Club’s main living room, which had been tastefully decorated with simple white table clothes and tall orchid centerpieces. After guests enjoyed their delicious buffet-style lunch, the newlyweds shared an endearing first dance and cut their gorgeous wedding cake. This delightful reception was all overseen by Pittsburgh Golf Club’s Director of Events, Karen Bertram, who made sure that the event went exactly as planned.

Reception Soundtrack

First Dance: “You Are The Best Thing” by Ray LaMontagne
Father/Daughter Dance: “Sunrise, Sunset” from Fiddler on the Roof
Mother/Son Dance: “You Are The Sunshine Of My Life” by Stevie Wonder
Songs of Note: “Hava Negila” for the Hora

This crowd began to show their true vibrance when they dove head first into the Hora. This traditional dance excited the crowd, who put the bride and groom on chairs and lifted them up above their heads. And this was only the beginning of the party! Guests had a ball getting down on the dance floor to the great Pennsylvania wedding band Dreamscape!

If you’ve been looking for wedding entertainment that will keep the party rolling, then you’ve hit the jackpot! Contact John Parker Bands for more info!

VENDORS
Entertainment Dreamscape | Photography The Brand Studio
Reception & Ceremony Venue Pittsburgh Golf Club | Florist My Garden Floral
Cake Pittsburgh Golf Club

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Golf Lodge Wedding ~ Shallen and Trent

Shallen and Trent held a fabulous affair in an upscale golf club overlooking the the green. The cheerful reception was filled with red roses, delicious cake, and lots of dancing to music provided by a top-tier wedding band!

Photographer Joe Bricknu at Studio 41 snapped some pics of this wedding’s many wonderful moments. Check them out! The ceremony took place at First Congregational Church of Naples. The bride really looked mind-blowing in her classic a-line wedding gown and sparkling red heels.

The main room at Golf Lodge at the Quarry provided the perfect location for Shallen and Trent’s glam reception! The towering vases brimming over with red and orange flowers really added a nice “POP!” to the room. Some red uplighting created further ambiance to the room. Brittney Harryman – the venue’s resident Event Manager – made sure everything looked spectacular for the big party to come!

Reception Soundtrack

First Dance: “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz
Father/Daughter Dance: “My Girl” by The Temptations
Songs of Note: “Cheeseburger in Paradise” by Jimmy Buffett

“Thank you! You guys were amazing! People are still talking about it!”
– Bride –

The dance floor was bumpin’ for the course of the evening thanks to the fun wedding band selected by the bride and groom!

If you want to provide a rockin’ wedding reception that guests will be raving about for years to come, then contact the John Parker Band ASAP!

VENDORS
Entertainment  John Parker Band | Photos  Studio 41
Reception  Golf Lodge at the Quarry | Ceremony Naples’ First Congregational Church
Flowers Sheila Shulman  |  Cake  Publix

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West Overton Barn Scottsdale Wedding ~ Maggie and Joe

Maggie and Joe’s laid back wedding had a distinctly intimate feel thanks to the modest ‘family & close friends’ guest list and sweet hand-selected decor. For this celebration, the wedding band Dreamscape put on one heck of a show for the newlyweds and their guests!

Tiffany, one of the talented founders of TJZ Creations, provided us with some delightful photos of this charming wedding for you to enjoy.

Both the ceremony and the reception took place inside the West Overton Barn, a rustic venue. It was the perfect canvas for the antique decor that the bride and groom had in mind! The ceremony space was beautifully simplistic, decorated with only a few rows of wooden chairs and some flower boxes.

In the reception area, guests kicked off the night by signing bottles of anniversary wine for the newlyweds instead of a guest book. The old wooden beams of the barn were dripping with festive lights, giving the room a romantic glow. English-style flower arrangements, old newspaper table runners, book stack centerpieces, and window pane seating charts contributed to the distinct vintage feel of the wedding!

Pittsburgh’s coolest wedding band played sensational melodies that gave guests reason to move, keeping this dance party running late into the evening. Even the kids joined in on the fun!

Maggie and Joe’s bash proves that bands are not just for huge weddings with many hundreds of guests! If you want to bring a little swagger to YOUR wedding reception, then Contact John Parker Bands.

VENDORS
Entertainment Dreamscape Band | Venue West Overton Barn | Photography TJZ Creations

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Jackie