The Connexion Band is the ultimate Chicago wedding band. We provide music for wedding receptions and corporate events, trade shows, conventions, social functions, charity events, benefits, galas, and private parties. Our band offers a mix of music that includes Big Band, Swing, Motown, R&B, Rock, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and today's current Dance Music. We invite you review our incredible song list. Our specialty is performing each song, note for note, creating a near perfect reproduction of the original recording. Your favorite songs, that you and your guests have enjoyed and danced to over the years, will sound exactly the way you love and remember them.
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Write a reviewPrice range: $3,000-$5,000
Languages: English
Gig length: 180 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - The band has a general liability coverage and equipment insurance
The versatility and quality of musicianship in our band is such that our musicians can authentically perform a wide variety of music that includes Big Band, Swing, Standards, Oldies, Motown, R & B, Disco, Classic Rock, Country, 70's, 80's, 90's and today's current hits (see our Song List). One of the most consistent comments we get from our clients and guests is that we are able to perform all of these different styles exactly like the original artists
The Connexion Band is the ultimate Chicago wedding orchestra. We provide music for wedding receptions and corporate events, trade shows, conventions, social functions, charity events, benefits, galas, and private parties. Our band offers a mix of music that includes Big Band, Swing, Motown, R&B, Rock, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and today's current Dance Music. We invite you review our incredible song list. Our specialty is performing each song, note for note, creating a near perfect reproduction of the original recording. Your favorite songs, that you and your guests have enjoyed and danced to over the years, will sound exactly the way you love and remember them.
The Connexion Band approaches each event with style, energy and enthusiasm and will draw you and your guests to the dance floor. Since our band offers such a varied music list, we're sure to make a "Connexion" with your audience. Our talented orchestra is fronted by two awesome female vocalists and two incredible male vocalist. Our singers are backed by five of Chicago's top professional studio musicians. The result; vocal excellence, outstanding showmanship and a packed dance floor. In keeping with our commitment to your guests' enjoyment, our singers and musicians set up their equipment and perform sound checks before your guests even arrive, insuring a smooth and pleasant transition from dining to dancing.
In keeping with our complete “all inclusive” entertainment package, easy listening recorded music is played during the cocktail/dinner hours and pro DJ dance music during the breaks, making for a non-stop musical event. Whether you're planning a wedding reception, corporate event, Christmas or holiday party, fundraiser or any special event, consider The Connexion Band with over 25 years of experience. We offer the talent, versatility and the expertise to transform your special event into a memorable celebration!
Here is a sample timeline of our package (timeline can be adjusted to start earlier):
6:00-7:00 - DJ Music - Cocktail Hour
7:00-8:40 - MC/DJ Music - Dinner Hour and a Half
8:40-9:40 - Band - 1 Set
9:40-9:50 - DJ Music
9:50-10:50 - Band - 2nd Set
10:50-11:00 - DJ Music
11:00-12:00 - Band - 3rd Set
To create the best interaction between the band and dancing guests, the dance floor should be directly in front of the band. If the bar and/or sweet table is in another room, it directs guests away from the dance floor as well as making it difficult to communicate the bouquet & garter toss, special dances, and other announcements. If possible, try to keep everyone in the same room. We require at least two dedicated 20 amp circuits.
We normally perform around 45 songs but please do not pick out only 45. Go through the list and put a "+" next to the songs that you like, a "0" next to the ones that can go either way, and a "-" next to the songs you do not want to hear. By doing this, it will give us room to work the dance floor. Choosing every song that the band will play may actually have a negative effect on the outcome of your guests enjoyment. Keeping the dance floor packed is influenced by many factors, including the order and style in which the songs are played, the way songs are mixed together, the age of your guests, the energy level of the guests that day, and the bands interaction with your guests.
Or leave it up to us .. rest assured, The Connexion Band is extremely proficient in choosing the perfect music to motivate your guests to dance.
We like anything that will pack a dance floor!
We are self contained with our own sound and lights
When planning your floor plan, the band requests a stage area of 10 x 16, if possible. This is only if you have a choice, if not, don't worry, we will make things fit.
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