Wedding Venues

West Overton Barn Scottsdale Wedding ~ Maggie and Joe

West Overton Barn Scottsdale Wedding Bride and Groom Stand Arm-In-Arm

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.

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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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Power Center Ballroom Pittsburgh Wedding ~ Antoinette and Drew

Power Center Ballroom Wedding - Newlyweds Pose in Mellon Green ParkAntoinette and Drew’s classic wedding bash was served with a side of bling and a little dash of fun! The newlyweds’ high-spirited guests practically shook the dance floor as they moved and grooved to the amazing John Parker Band!

Take a look through the gorgeous wedding photos taken by Studio Bash. The couple are sure to treasure these forever!  Power Center Ballroom Wedding - Bride's Beaded Gown with Lace Shrug and ShoesPower Center Ballroom Wedding - Bridesmaids Wore Nude Mermaid Gowns with Ivory and Blush BouquetsPower Center Ballroom Wedding - Bride with Glamorous Makeup and Fitted Gown with BeadingPower Center Ballroom Wedding - Bride Holds Bouquet Beside her BridesmaidsPower Center Ballroom Wedding - Groom Wearing Classic Black TuxThe bride and groom were wed beneath the soaring heights of St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland. This majestic, historic venue really set the mood for the ceremony. From the towering altar to the intricate beading of the bride’s dress, everything about these nuptials was grand. Following the “I do’s,” the newlyweds and the other members of the wedding party made their way Downtown to enjoy an afternoon photo shoot in Mellon Green Park.

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Reception Soundtrack
Bride & Groom’s First Dance:  Ray Lamontagne’s “Hold You In My Arms”
Father & Bride’s Dance: “Speak Softly Love” Waltz – from The Godfather
Mother & Groom’s Dance:  Van Morrison’s “Days Like This”

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“We had a blast at the wedding.
Many people complimented us on your band!
We are talking about how we get some folks together
to hire you for another party someday.”
– Groom Drew

The best wedding entertainers in Pittsburgh kept the dance floor pumpin’ until the lights came up and it was time to leave! Under the dictionary definition of “Fun,” you’d be sure to find a picture of this crowd.

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 VENDORS
Entertainment  John Parker Band  | Photos  Studio Bash 
Reception  
Power Center Ballroom  |  Ceremony  Saint Paul Cathedral
Videographer  Doree Simon  |  Lighting  mobileMIX Entertainment 
Flowers  
Dellarobbia | Cake  Fenoglietto’s Wedding Cakes

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Phipps Conservatory ~ Cara & Ben

Love was in bloom at Cara and Ben’s garden wedding! The charming couple was married in June at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, where an outdoor ceremony was followed by an evening of music and dancing with City Heat, one of Pittsburgh’s best wedding bands!

Bride Cara was a vision among roses, dressed in a fitted lace trumpet gown with a dusty mauve sash and a tiered veil, as she walked down the outdoor aisle to meet her groom. Her new husband Ben wore a classic black suit with a white tie, and the pink dresses worn by the bridesmaids complemented the colorful landscape.

The couple’s summer wedding was made perfect with creative touches throughout the evening. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktails among the lush greenery of the venue’s gardens. In the reception hall, tables of white were surrounded by gold cane-back chairs and decorated with bright flowers planted in dark cauldron pots. To find their seats, guests looked to packets of seeds, which held the numbers at each table.

These photos, taken by Edward at Sky’s the Limit Photography and shared by the newlyweds, capture the elegance and charm of the evening, as well as the fun! The couple had a blast dancing with family and friends to the band’s fantastic playlist.

We are grateful to Cara and Ben for inviting the City Heat Band to be a part of their special day, and we wish them a lifetime of love and happiness!

 

VENDORS: City Heat (Entertainment) | Phipps Conservatory (Reception Venue) | Edward, Sky’s the Limit (Photography) | Botanical Emporium Florist & Greenhouse (Flowers) | Rania’s Catering (Food)

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Sheraton Station Square ~ Amber & Simon

When Amber’s sister was married ten years ago, she hired Dreamscape to play at the wedding. The family was so impressed that, a decade later, they coordinated this bride-to-be’s wedding date around the popular Pittsburgh wedding band‘s schedule!

Newlyweds Amber and Simon were married in an elegant ceremony at St. John Capistran Church. The bride glowed in a white chiffon and lace gown with a long white veil while her bridesmaids surrounded her stunning blue satin floor length dresses. After the ceremony, the couple invited their family and friends to celebrate their marriage with a reception in the ballroom of the Sheraton Station Square Hotel!

We are grateful to photographers Sean Blair and John Pascarella of The Brand Studio, who shared these fun photos from the couple’s big day:

Judy, the bride’s mother, wrote to us after the wedding to share her thanks: “It was another great wedding and the band had a lot to do with it. Thanks again for making this wedding something everyone is talking about.”

It was an honor to be a part of Amber and Simon’s special wedding day, and to celebrate another marriage with this sweet family! We wish the couple all the best for a happy life together.

When you want your wedding to be an event your guests will never forget, John Parker Bands can help. Contact us today to book Dreamscape or one of our other premier wedding entertainers!

 

Vendors: The Dreamscape Band (Entertainment) | Ballroom, Sheraton Station Square Hotel (Reception Venue) | St. John Capistran Church (Ceremony Venue) | Sean Blair and John Pascarella, The Brand Studio (Photographers) | Carolyn Klasnick, Post Script Productions (Videographer) | Pete Donati & Sons (Florist) | Bethel Bakery (Cake) | Photoscape (Photo Booth)

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Oglebay Resort Wheeling WV Wedding ~ Robin and Jim

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Robin and Jim’s late autumn wedding was full of hospitality and cheer! Their warm fall color scheme meshed well with the intimate and welcoming air of the day, encouraging guests to come out of their shells and have a great time. Robin and Jim enlisted the help of City Heat wedding band for the reception, keeping even the most dance-adverse entertained all evening.

Wedding photographer Michael J. Ewing captured all of the beautiful details and unforgettable moments from Robin and Jim’s big day. Take a peek below!

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Robin and Jim’s ceremony took place at the University of Pittsburgh’s historic & breathtaking Heinz Chapel. This exclusive venue, reminiscent of Europe’s finest gothic cathedrals, would be the envy of many couples throughout Pittsburgh.

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The next stop for the couple and their guests was the beautiful Oglebay Resort in Wheeling West Virginia – less than an hour away and well worth the drive!  The venue’s Event Coordinator Lori Horvath and decorator Patty Penich created the perfect reception space, drawing on the couple’s orange, red, and yellow color scheme in the candy buffet and floral table accents. Everything from the 3-tier pearlized wedding cake to the monogrammed dance floor was tastefully done and create a unique atmosphere that will be remembered fondly for years to come!

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After the bride and groom shared a heartwarming first dance, the guests took the dance floor by storm! One of Pittsburgh’s hottest wedding bands provided some awesome jams for the night, keeping the couple’s friends and families entertained for the entire evening.

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If you’ve been searching for wedding entertainers that will make sure you have a blast at your own reception, then drop everything. You’ve found your entertainment! Contact John Parker Bands for more information about City Heat and other wedding music options.

VENDORS
Entertainment City Heat | Photos  Michael J. Ewing
Reception Oglebay Resort | Ceremony Heinz Chapel
Flowers Patty Penich (724-694-9345) | Cake Oglebay Resort

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