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Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Hotel Wedding ~ Taylor and Chris

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Wedding - Bride and Groom in City Setting

Taylor and Chris threw an elegant urban affair on a mild fall afternoon in Pittsburgh. This wedding epitomized chic metropolitan taste with its subtle color scheme, delicate details, and overall sumptuous feel. After the traditional Catholic ceremony at St. Mary of Mercy, the newlyweds and their guests danced the night away to the City Heat Wedding Band!

Enjoy the artful photographs of this wedding below, which were generously provided by Tiffany and John Cooper of Hot Metal Studios.

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The cocktail hour and reception took place at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Hotel, located right in the heart of Downtown’s business district. Wyndham’s Wedding Specialist Ashley Barna had the place looking stunning for Taylor and Chris’ big day. The King’s Ballroom provided an upscale space for the couple’s gorgeous decor, including understated navy blue table cloths, satin beige chair ribbons, classic white table settings, and simple floral centerpieces. Right outside the ballroom windows, guests could get some amazing views of the city, as well as Point State Park. Everyone indulged in a delicious 3-course meal before hitting the dance floor!

Reception Soundtrack

First Dance: “All This Time” by One Republic
Father/Daughter Dance: “ Walk With You” by Edwin McCain
Mother/Son Dance: “A Song For My Son” by Mikki Viereck
Last Dance: “New York, New York” by Frank Sinatra

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“Everyone loved the band! Very professional from beginning to end!”
~ Groom Chris ~

After the bride and groom shared a heartwarming first dance, the guests crowded on the dance floor! One of the finest wedding bands in Pennsylvania kept people moving and laughing until it was time to go home for the night.

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Looking for a wedding band that’ll play exactly what you’re looking for and please every guest? Then contact John Parker Bands ASAP to learn more about City Heat’s services and availability.

VENDORS
Entertainment City HeatPhotos  Hot Metal StudiosVideo BKL Studios
Reception Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Hotel | Ceremony St. Mary of Mercy
Flowers Gidas FlowersCake Bethel Bakery | Linens Linen Hero

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Heinz History Center Pittsburgh Wedding ~ Lisa and Kanat

Heinz History Center Pittsburgh Wedding - Newlyweds in the Omni William Penn HotelLisa and Kanat held a one-of-a-kind vintage style wedding with an international flair that guests won’t soon forget! For their reception, the bride and groom selected Pennsylvania’s City Heat band to crank up the excitement level and keep up the momentum!

The couple also sought out the services of the gifted Christina Montemurro, who took the gorgeous wedding photos you’ll find below!

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                                                       …..What an absolutely beautiful bride!


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After a loving 7-year relationship, Lisa and Kanat were finally wed in the intimate Library & Archives room on the 6th floor of the Heinz History Center before just under 100 friends and family members.

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The reception took place in the History Center’s Grand Hall. Cara Bull-Trombold, the venue’s outstanding Events Coordinator, made everything looking absolutely perfect! The international element was showcased in the reception’s decor, with each table being assigned a country and decorated appropriately. The vintage theme could still be seen as well. Surrounded by antique vehicles of all kinds, guests enjoyed delectable food from The Common Plea.

Reception Soundtrack

First Dance: “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz
Songs of Note: “The Way I Am” by Ingrid Michaelson
Special Dances: The Chicken Dance

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Guests couldn’t get their feet to stop tapping and moving to the irresistible music of Pittsburgh’s hottest wedding band! Though it was sad that the night had to end, the bride and groom would go on to enjoy a second wedding in Kazakhstan.

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If you want to make great memories at your wedding reception, then contact John Parker Bands for more information about their outstanding wedding entertainment services!

VENDORS
Entertainment  City Heat  |  Photos  Christina Montemurro
Reception & Ceremony  Heinz History Center  |  Flowers  The Botanical Emporium
Cake  Bethel Bakery | Catering  The Common Plea  |  Hair & Makeup  Moriah Moore

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Hopwood Social Hall Uniontown Wedding ~ Nikki and Adam

Hopwood Social Hall Wedding - Newlyweds Pose in Garden SettingNikki and Adam’s wedding brought on the brightness of early summer with a vivacious purple and yellow color scheme that was nothing short of a feast for the eyes. Of course, it wasn’t just the decor that made this wedding exciting! The fun-loving guests + the foot-tappin’ music of the John Parker Band = one fantastic evening.

The generous Christina Pocratsky has generously provided us with some of her fantastic pics from Nikki and Adam’s wedding day.

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Reception Soundtrack
First Dance: “Then” by Brad Paisley
Father/Daughter Dance: “Secret of Life” by James Taylor
Mother/Son Dance: “Forever Young” by Rod Stewart
Songs of Note: “Country Roads” by John Denver

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“Thank you and your band members for making Adam and Nikki’s wedding reception so much fun…you are absolutely fantastic.”
– Father of the Groom –

With over 300 guests at this wedding, you can be sure that the dance floor was never empty! Everyone had a night to remember, all to the music of Pittsburgh’s most fun wedding band.

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VENDORS

Entertainment  John Parker Band  |  Photos  Christine Pocratsky Photography
Reception  
Hopwood Social Hall  |  Ceremony  Whyel Chapel 
Flowers  
Neubauer’s Flowers 

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Pittsburgh Athletic Association Wedding ~ Carolyn and Gary

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Carolyn and Gary had a fun and upbeat wedding reception at the PAA in Pittsburgh that is sure to be remembered for years. With the help of the Modern Times Band, the bride and groom had their guests singing and dancing until the night came to a close!

The talented founder of Tara Petro Photography was kind enough to let us show off her photos for the big day. Check them out below!

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Carolyn and Gary were wed in a traditional Catholic ceremony at Sacred Heart Parish in Shadyside, Pittsburgh.

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After enjoying a few cocktails to some relaxing piano music, the newlyweds and their guests entered the reception space in the Pittsburgh Athletic Center‘s main ballroom. Mike McChesney, the P.A.A.’s Banquet Manager, assured that everything looked exactly the way it was supposed to and set a beautiful tone for the rest of the evening. The ballroom was classically decorated with white table settings and beautiful antique-style chairs, with the entire room centering around a glittering chandelier and the simple, yet elegant, wedding cake.

Reception Soundtrack

First Dance: “Beyond the Sea” by Bobby Darin
Father/Daughter Dance: “The Way You Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra
Mother/Son Dance: “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong
Last Dance: “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond

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“Everything was absolutely perfect! I had EVERYONE come up to me saying how amazing the band was…Matt, the band, and the rest of the team were such a dream for us.”
~ Bride Carolyn ~

Carolyn, Gary, and their guests hit the dance floor with everything they had! The party continued long into the night thanks to the top-notch wedding band. There were even a couple of wedding crashers who made their way into the event, attracted by the wonderful music.

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Want a wedding band that is sure to impress and make everyone ask where you got them from? Then be sure to contact John Parker Bands for more information about their wedding entertainment options.

VENDORS
Entertainment Modern Times Band | Photos Tara Petro Photography
Reception Pittsburgh Athletic Center | Ceremony Sacred Heart Parish
Flowers Blumengarten | Baked Goods Giant Eagle

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Green Gables Jennerstown Wedding ~ Kelly and Dan

Green Gables Jennerstown Wedding Bride and Groom Couple Photo

Kelly and Dan’s flower-laden outdoor wedding could easily be called a huge success! The newlyweds celebrated their big day with spectacular wedding band Dreamscape, who provided knock-out tunes for this couple’s entertaining reception.

We’d like to give a big “Thank You!” to Julie Buck for sharing her photographs of Kelly and Dan’s wedding with us.

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The ceremony took place on the green lawns of the Green Gables Restaurant. Restaurant owner Teresa Marafino and staff member Sally Mosky assured that the bride and groom got everything they wanted on their big day! Though the towering trees and rich gardens were beautiful by themselves, the ceremony space was further enhanced by tall wooden planters brimming with country flowers and a small lace-covered altar. Guests enjoyed this intimate union on a lovely afternoon in early summer.

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Following cocktail hour on the terrace and a pleasant stroll through the gardens, guests were ready to eat and dance for the rest of the evening. All of the action took place in the restaurant’s Tuscany room, a large venue with elegant wooden columns and rustic stone walls. The couple’s elegant flower and decor selections truly made the reception space come alive with an upscale country feel. The newlyweds even had a cake dedicated to the Pittsburgh Steelers – their favorite football team!

Reception Soundtrack

First Dance: “Till There Was You” by The Beatles
Father/Daughter Dance: “Forever Young” by Rod Stewart
Songs of Note: “The Bridal Polka”

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“The band completely made our wedding. Seriously. It was a blast and everyone raved about the band…They are so talented and so easy to work with. My hubby and I could not be more thrilled with our booking.”
Bride Kelly –

Pittburgh’s finest wedding entertainers put on the show of a lifetime for the newlyweds and their guests. Even the Father of Bride – who’d attended his other children’s weddings – said that “this is the BEST wedding band [he’d] ever heard,” and that he “can’t wait to hear them again!” 

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Does a fun-filled reception with amazing music and a low-maintenance band sound great for your wedding? We thought it might! Send a message to John Parker Bands for more information!

 VENDORS
Entertainment  Dreamscape Band  |  Reception & Ceremony  Green Gables Restaurant
Photos  Julie Buck  |  Flowers  Ridgeview Acres Farm |  Cake  Griff’s Goodies

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