Country/Folk Wedding Bands and DJs in Traverse City, MI

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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

5.0

Alpha, NJ
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a musical entertainment company that offers an unrivaled musical experience for clients around the country. We currently service over 25 metropolitan areas throughout the lower 48, and provide musical entertainment for hundreds of events every year. Our past clients include The United Nations, Lockheed Martin, Nationwide Auto Insurance, The Shell Oil Corporation, and many more. No event is too small or large for us. Louis Pettinelli Entertainment has musical ensembles that range from a soloist to a 15 piece party band, and everything in between!

The band was amazing. The musicians were excellent, they played together as a solid unit, they did a fantastic job and I received many compliments about them throughout the night and questions about how I found them! Not only was the music wonderful, but the band members were also courteous, kind, and professional. The company was easy to work with.
Lauren B., 9 months ago
JR Event Group

5.0

Williamsburg, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,195

Since 2000, JR Event Group has been providing entertainment for thousands of people across the Eastern USA. From Florida to Wisconsin, to New Jersey, and in our home state of Michigan, we have been bringing the best in the event, wedding planning, and performances.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jason was extremely professional, was the first vendor on site the day, and went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly for our wedding. The app he uses so you can put in all your music requests and timeline helps so much so we could add songs when we thought of them and Jason made sure all of our favorite songs were sprinkled in throughout the night perfectly. We highly recommend Jason and JR Event group for your next event!
Morgan L., 9 months ago
A+ Entertains
Boyne Falls, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,299

By creating moments that make people laugh, cry, and cheer, a Michigan wedding DJ/MC from A+ Entertains can ensure that your photographer has great shots all night long. Your dance floor can be filled with your favorite music and requests from your guests (appropriate of course). And people will come up to you all night long (and for some time after) telling you how great of a party you threw.

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Chime Entertainment

5.0

Berkley, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Our WEDDING DJs will infuse you and your guests with the most memorable euphoria. We are talking about all of it – imagine dancing all night long, being surrounded by your favorite people who will remember this moment for the rest of their lives, and everyone just having an epic time celebrating your love story! We are the ones who will bring this vision to reality. Translating all of your dreams and every detail you have been imagining – giving you the ultimate perfect wedding! From saying I DO to the iconic first dance, everything will unfold seamlessly.

Awarded Best of Zola
Adam is a wonderful DJ, he is super responsible thought out the planning process for my wedding and made it simple for me. Everyone loved the music he played all night and he even got my 88-year-old grandma on the dance floor so I would say that's a win! I would highly recommended Adam to be your DJ!
Emily, a year ago
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Bluewater Kings Band

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Reach out to get started! Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. We also offer Photo & Video services!

The Bluewater Kings were so easy to work with from initial discussions through the day of our wedding! Our producer Jessica made the planning process super easy and ensured we had elements incorporated that were important to us. The band on the day of was high energy and accommodating and our guests were on their feet all night! We got so many compliments on the music and are grateful we chose Bluewater Kings to be part of our special celebration.
Morgan, 24 days ago
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BPM Entertainment

5.0

St Clr Shores, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Welcome to BPM Entertainment, the premier DJ, Photo Booth & Audio Guestbook provider for your special event! We take pride in making your big day memorable, unique, and tailored to your specific needs. Our team is led by Simeon, a professional DJ and MC with years of experience in the industry.

We've worked with Simeon at 2 weddings so far where he was the DJ and he is so professional, timely, and considerate of everyone around. He was always making sure that us vendors knew the timeline/what was going on and checking in with the couple to make sure that they loved the music being played and that they were having a good time. He plays great music that keeps the dance floor full and he's awesome to work with for other vendors. You couldn't ask for much better!
Ashley Ionetz, 4 years ago
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SpaceCat

5.0

Clawson, MI
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

SpaceCat is a hip, fun band that specializes in performing premier high-energy dance music for weddings, corporate and private events, and anywhere else where a great party is a must! Combine a packed dance floor with expert guidance and a stress-free experience leading up to the big day, and you'll have that "best ever" kind of party that you're looking for!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding has been over for several months, and the first thing people say to us is not, hi, how are you? How have you been? It's verbatim, "HEY, OMG, YOUR WEDDING BAND WAS SERIOUSLY THE BEST BAND EVER. WHERE DID YOU FIND THEM? THEY WERE SO GOOD! BUT REALLY WHERE ARE THEY FROM?" And I am not even exaggerating… Talk about fantastic customer service… This made a significant impression on us because meeting all of them in person showed us that we weren't just another bride and groom the band would sign for. We are so grateful we decided to go ahead with Spacecats because we knew we were confident they would tailor our special day based on the conversations/meetings we had together. And that is precisely what it was. SpaceCats, we thank you for not giving the same performance as every other wedding and making our evening just what we wanted and more. One of our favorite things about working with SpaceCats was their consideration and receptiveness to our shared playlist. We could not be more thankful and appreciative of how smoothly everything went. On multiple occasions, Christian had asked us to gather a list of songs and share whatever we'd like with the team for the band to play. He did a tremendous job in getting the message across to us that whatever we gave him would be played during the reception before anything else the band enjoyed or suggested for a wedding reception. It was appreciated and recognizable that he/they did not push us towards any genre of music. We truly appreciated that, as we had various clientele at our wedding. We want to give you and the gang props for comprehending/knowing what to play for what type of event, but it was also so fun to dance to. Not only was the music list precisely what we had hoped for, but the way Christian executed the entire wedding was incredible. Keeping a wedding party of 32 in order and orchestrating the remainder of the reception with a group photo, speeches, dances, and bride and groom requests was remarkable. He outdid himself and knows how to run an event you don't want to end. Everything was organized and felt in place according to his timeline. He indeed went above and beyond and ensured that everything was noticed. Christian, we cannot thank you enough for all your meetings and phone calls with us. You always answered our questions. You were so incredibly thorough in every single aspect of this whole process. You are so detail-oriented, and you thought of everything. Another thing about working with you was how you did a few callbacks to ensure you pronounced each name correctly. (And you nailed all 32 of them!) Along with following up a second and third time the week before to make sure there wasn't anything else you missed. Christian and the gang put on one of the best entertainment nights we have seen, with a wedding party of 32 and a guest list of almost 400. They got the crowd involved (my husband might have a singing career with them – at least for the song SHOUT!) just with the energy they had. But the vocals on everyone in that group kept the dance floor going until the venue lights turned on. Not only did they sound better throughout the night, but their energy grew even more significant with all of us. It indeed was an evening that we will never forget. SpaceCats, you surpassed every single expectation we had by a mile. We can't thank you enough for giving us some of the greatest memories we've had and will ever have.
Kelly Whiteside, 5 months ago
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WilliamVZ Music

5.0

Grand Rapids, MI
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hello! What I love about working at weddings is the unique experiences you have with each event. I enjoy tailoring songs and music to the couple's request and creating beautiful background music for their events. I value professionalism, adaptability, and an energetic spirit.

Awarded Best of Zola
Me and my now Wife found William through Zola. He was very professional and very flexible as our wedding was on a private beach home and completely put together by Her and I and a couple family members. Needless to say, William was the most stress free part of our wedding planning, despite having to travel 3 hours and additionally having to learn a custom wedding song for us. I would fully recommend him to anyone needing a reliable, legit, and reasonably priced Musician!
Hunter B., 10 months ago
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Robert McCloy - Musician

5.0

Mason, MI
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $325
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

I am a professional guitarist and musician based in Michigan. My solo offerings feature classical, jazz, and pop guitar selections suitable for wedding ceremonies, receptions, corporate, private, and community events. A variety of classical, jazz, pop and Celtic/folk ensembles are available showcasing talented violin, saxophone, flute, and mandolin instrumentalists & vocalists, who can join me for your event.

We really enjoyed having Robert do our Ceremony and cocktail hour. He was very flexible with our theme and my guests enjoyed him very much!
Chase B., 5 days ago
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Detroit Family Entertainment

5.0

Clinton Township, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Detroit Family Entertainment offers the highest quality DJ services. Our team of designers has the knowledge and experience necessary to make you vision for your event a reality. Customer service is our top priority and we will do everything we can to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Awarded Best of Zola
Want a DJ who reads the room and plays music that everyone enjoys? Hire Richard. He kept us on the dance floor all night playing the best music. Richard also helped run the reception smoothly and kept my husband and I on time. Richard is seriously the best, he’s so chill and fun!
Leslie S., a year ago
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Wildside Entertainment By DJ ZIk

5.0

Toledo, OH
  • DJ
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

We are professional entertainers with over 20 years of experience for weddings, parties, corporate events, birthday parties, trivia, and other celebrations. We enjoy making sure everyone is having a good time and keep the energy flowing in any atmosphere we are in. We are skilled at mixing music to engage the audience and have an extensive range of music to please all. We are equipped with a great sound set up and lighting system. We are very timely, professional, and outgoing. We look forward to making you a happy customer if you so choose us for your event!

We hired Wildside for our wedding in March 2023. We had DJ Eddie and he was so great. So easy to communicate with day of, and there was never an awkward pause on the dance floor. He played all our planned songs (down the aisle, first dances) without any issues and stuck to our desires when it comes to general dancing (only 2000’s music).
Jordan + T., 4 months ago
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Falcon Film Studios

5.0

Plymouth, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Falcon Film Studios is a trusted team offering top rated photography, video, DJ and photo-booths. You deserve a fun relaxed experience on your wedding day. We’ve designed our packages with that goal in mind. Find out how we can make your day perfect.

Logan from Falcon Film Studios made my whole wedding day go as planned and when adjustments were made he handled it like a day of coordinator. He and his whole team captured some of the most precious moments that i couldn’t have even imagined getting on my shot list. I cannot praise him more! I would 10/10 recommend asking for him!
Tristen L., 8 months ago
Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos

5.0

Village Of Lakewood, IL
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

Felix & Fingers was the best addition to my wedding! We had a BLAST. It’s the best mix between a live band and sing along karaoke (but you don’t want your uncle to get the mic, you know?). They did beautiful ceremony music, incredible sax jazz during cocktail hour to keep it classy. Then, they kept everyone engaged and entertained for the reception, from my aunt in a walker to my college friends twerking. We danced the night away but lost our voices from screaming along with the songs too. 10/10 you can’t go wrong with dueling pianos - DJs and wedding bands are out, Felix & Fingers is IN!
Kelsey S., 4 months ago
Celebrity Productions

5.0

Coopersville, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,195
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

As the owner of Celebrity Productions, I want you to know why we are here — our thoughts, our goals, and most importantly, our promise to you. Professional services that cater to your every need. We want you to feel comfortable and confident with your decision to hire Celebrity Productions. We want to help you bring your vision to reality. In-person consultations with the owner. Why leave your special day in the hands of anyone else? With over 10 years of experience, we will help you plan every step of your wedding, from music selection, timeline and so much more.

My husband and I met Chad, the owner, a few months before our wedding. He was very straightforward with what would and might not work well with our venue. We opted for lights and a photo booth. The song selection was great! Our family had the time of their lives alone sending in requests. The wedding day? AMAZING. He and his coworker, Eric, easily read the room to keep the music going. Our guests enjoyed them very much and let us know how much fun they had at our reception. We do not regret a single bit about having Celebrity Productions as our DJ!!
Angeline J., a year ago
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MSUdj.PRO
Farmington Hills, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Not your average mobile DJ/KJ experience! 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗝 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 & 𝙆𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙤𝙠𝙚 was created in 1978 to fill in a gap in the single-event business that needed music ... finding a fun, professional MOBILE DJ who can entertain a WIDE variety of guests at almost ANY event. 🅼🆂🆄🅳🅹.🄿🅁🄾 brought the "LIVE BAND" feeling to dances, weddings, festivals, anniversaries and corporate events ... that is why we're is called "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀". You, too, can get the BEST "all-around" mobile DJ / KJ entertainment... IF you call 🅼🆂🆄🅳🅹.🄿🅁🄾!

Trilogy Variety Band
Taylor, MI
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Trilogy offers live ceremony music and audio services, cocktail music, dance music, MC, photo booths, backdrops, lighting and pipe & drape. A crowd pleaser everytime Trilogy has received multiple awards for client services and excellence in performance. We are a true variety band a little bit of almost everything if its danceable we probably can play it.

Music Mixology Events
Midland, MI
  • DJ
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Music Mixology Events is Mid-Michigans newest premiere DJ service. We are here to make your day the best! Music Mixology comes out to your event to impress. Our setup always looks professional for your event. We don't want to be the spot your photographer avoids for photos. Wedding dress attire for our DJ's is suit shirt and tie. Unless you the customer tell us differently. All other events will be business casual unless requested differently. It's your event so you tell us the look you want. We will never advertise on your special day or private event. Advertising is for our public events. We are Fully Insured

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NW Ohio Media Productions LLC
Whitehouse, OH
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

From small, solo events to large receptions, my goal is always to be the soundtrack for one of the biggest days in your life. We utilize curated live music sets and DJ'd sets to injure your event is amazing for you and your guests.

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3rd Shift DJs

4.5

Elgin, IL
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

3rd Shift DJs is an Elgin, IL-based DJ company that specializes in weddings and nuptial events. This budding business is owned and operated by Alex Dingmann, a DJ professional with a passion for adding thrill and excitement to parties through the sound of music. With years of experience under his belt, Alex helps newlyweds across the country celebrate their new chapter, creating personalized playlists that have everyone dancing all the way home.

I've worked with Alex a few times and he is absolutely amazing to work with! I know it's gonna be a smooth wedding when he's the DJ!
Shannon VanDyke Photo, a year ago
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Divergence Entertainment LLC

5.0

Ortonville, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

Welcome to Divergence Entertainment LLC – Spectacular Wedding Celebrations Since 2016! Based in Oxford, MI and proudly serving Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, we always go above and beyond to make sure our couples experience a wonderful, stress-free wedding day with all expectations exceeded! We have been the architect of unforgettable weddings since 2016! We provide your song choices and happily accommodate every specific wedding detail. We're not just DJs; we're dream-weavers, turning your envisioned wedding into a reality.

I have worked numerous weddings as a vendor partner with Divergence Entertainment LLC. Quinn always is organized, friendly, follows up, and plans well for everything. He is very reasonably priced and delivers quality service. His personality is great for emcee announcements and for starting the party on the dance floor. On behalf of In The Blue Jazz Ensemble, we highly recommend working with them.
Jake Vanderheyden, 3 years ago
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Avalon The Band

5.0

Holland, MI
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

I have been a professional musician for my entire life. My mom was a music teacher & started me on piano at age 5. At 14, I discovered singing & the guitar. They have been a big part of my life since. I am an alum of Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA & toured the country extensively. Wedding receptions have always been my favorite because of the wonderful joyous feeling in the air. I enjoy putting on a great show & exceeding the client's expectations. I own a music school and understand that the customer is king. I've done over 300 weddings & always do my best to ensure that your special day is spectacular.

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Hi I just copied and pasted this from the review I sent over. This band was incredible!! I’m so happy we decided to go with them—they rocked all night! The number one thing guests were commenting on, I can’t tell you how many times I was asked, “Where did you FIND them?!” The songs they played were perfect; you can really tell they pay attention to the vibe of the crowd! They offer services for all sound needs throughout the day (mics for officiant, ceremony sound, cocktail hour, etc). Rich is an all-around good person: professional, kind, easy-going. Typically responds within a day, which I was so thankful for! And they’re completely affordable, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to have great live music!! We knew we wanted a band but I hadn't had luck finding anyone close to us that was affordable, responsive, and had wedding experience, so we almost gave up and had a dj instead, but I'm so happy we found Avalon! I cannot say enough times they exceeded all expectations and made the reception so unforgettable! Thank you for all the energy and talent you brought to our special day!
Stefanie, 2 years ago
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Sugar Events & Entertainment

5.0

Northville, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

Located in Metropolitan Detroit, Michigan, Sugar Events & Entertainment is an entertainment company for weddings and private functions. Since 2011, our company has flourished with over 10 entertainers, including DJs, MCs, and dancers. At Sugar Events & Entertainment, we strive to make your celebration an event to remember.

Sahil and Mannar made our wedding reception so special. They had three different setups around our venue and moved as the party moved to other parts of the venue - they were instrumental in guiding the flow and vibe of the party. They played amazing jams and read the room super well. They were easy to communicate with before the event, and very flexible during the event as well. We’re so glad to have hired Sugar Events, highly recommend them!
Anisha K., 3 years ago
The Good Kidds

4.5

Chicago, IL
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

A Chicago based DJ that has worked events in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York City, Miami, and Internationally. He likes to draw from from his roots in Houston, New Orleans and current home of Chicago to create a fun atmosphere for his clients. Graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana and Tulane University in New Orleans, this former social worker knows a good party.

DJ Chriss was so great to work with for my husband and I's wedding day. We really took our time to create a more modern wedding playlist from ceremony, to cocktail hour, and into reception as we wanted a more upbeat and lively atmosphere that is in sync with who we are as a couple rather than your standard classic wedding playlist we've heard over and over that we can't really dance to the way we would like. He listened to us and appreciated the list we sent over while understanding our taste and adding some songs to it throughout the wedding day that made for an amazing time that our guests can't stop talking about! -Kristin and Ryan Roberts 6.25.22
Kristin K., 2 years ago
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The Salamanders

5.0

Lehi, UT
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

High-Energy, Top-Class Live Party Band For hire for parties, corporate functions, city celebrations, weddings, & more. The Salamanders is one of the top live party bands in the world! With two of the most talented lead singers in the industry backed by nationally-acclaimed musicians, The Salamanders have a flawless sound and radiant energy that will keep your guests dancing all night long. From ceremony music to cocktail hour entertainment, first dance through the reception & dance party, The Salamanders are the live wedding music band of choice for venues and planners across the United States! Ask about our horn section for additional beauty

The Salamanders are truly one of the best bands I've ever seen! Incredible musicians, top notch vocalists, and fantastic energy. Seriously, it's a party band's job to bring the party and nobody does it better. I can't say enough good things about their music, but also how easy they are to work with, how friendly, how professional, they really are the full package in every way.
Adam Overacker, 3 years ago
DJ Sunny Chicago

5.0

Schaumburg, IL
  • DJ
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

I've been in this scene since 2017 with the Celebrity DJ, DJ Sohbash and DJ Chirag. Through the time, they have taught me great deal of knowledge and still to this day I learn something new from them everyday. For us when we go out for each event it's not just about the money, its about how are we going to do something different which will make the event memorable to the client and their loved ones.

I have had the pleasure of working with DJ Sunny several times. He's very friendly, professional, knowledgeable and knows how to rock the dance floor. His music selection is so versatile. Doesn't matter what age you are, he'll get you on the dance floor!!!!
Sonya, 3 years ago
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Cosmic Groove

5.0

Clarkston, MI
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

We are an 8-piece wedding and event band that has been around metro Detroit for 10 years. We play dance music from the past six decades. We put on a fun and entertaining show that gets the audience involved.

All I can say is wow! T.J. and the Cosmic Groove band was nothing short of incredible! Not only are they extremely talented musicians who are great at bringing the energy to the party and keeping guests dancing the whole night, but they are incredibly professional as well. Cosmic Groove was the highlight of our wedding! Multiple guests were saying how amazing the band was and asking how we found them! T.J. was so organized, an excellent communicator, and so very accommodating. We loved working with him every step of the way! He went out of his way to ensure we had the perfect day, and we certainly did. We had guests of all ages attending, and at one point there was hardly any room left on the dance floor because everyone was dancing and having a great time! Book them now and you definitely won't regret it! We were so impressed and if we could get married again, we'd book them again! Thank you, Cosmic Groove, for playing such a monumental part in our wedding day! We had a blast with you guys!
Cara, 3 years ago
OPOV Band

5.0

Calera, AL
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

OPOV Band is a well established band in business since 2014. We are currently an 10 piece band and 1 sound engineer. Our instruments are Drums, Bass, Keys, Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, and Saxophone. We currently have 1 male vocalist and 2 female vocals. We do have the ability to add instruments and vocals upon client request. All of our musicians are experienced, professional, and seasoned. We enjoy playing good music covering various genres such as Motown, R&B, Soul, Pop, Classic Rock, and Rock 'n' Roll. OPOV Band is a well established LLC ready to meet your musical entertainment needs. OPOV Band, "Always giving the people what they want"

You can't go wrong with this band. They handled the whole evening with style, energy, and professionalism, including: wedding ceremony music, dinner background music, reception announcements, and the best night of dancing music imaginable. Plus, they're really good people, who worked closely with us all along the way to guarantee a very special day. Thanks!!!
Emily F., 2 years ago
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DJ Davis Mallory
Nashville, TN
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

Trained at Dubspot School of Electronic Music in New York City, Davis Mallory's DJ style is influenced by his childhood in Atlanta, Georgia, time exploring the music scenes of Chicago, Europe and New York, Los Angeles and Music City: Nashville, Tennessee. Davis has performed at countless weddings, nightclubs and fundraisers with some career highlights including: the Denver Nuggets Halftime Show, opening for Eurovision winner Netta in Stockholm, Country Music Fest 2014, Amsterdam's Club NYX and MadFox, the Anheuser-Busch Awards opening for James Corden and KC & the Sunshine Band, and Vanderbilt Homecoming playing with Aaron Carter.

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Northern Lights Entertainment LLC
Kalamazoo, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

I planned our entire wedding and reception and coordinated it all, too. My new bride told me that with my personality, my intense desire to always provide phenomenal customer service, my love of music, my business skills, and the awesome job I did with our wedding and reception, I should start doing it for other couples. The dream was born, and a year later, we were in business. That was 10 years ago. It has been an awesome ride!

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The Classic Harpist
Chicago, IL
  • Solo performer
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

I love playing for weddings, and working with couples to customize the soundtrack for their ceremony! I have played for over 800 weddings, for guest lists from 3 to 2000, and across four continents. Specializing in music you don't expect to hear on the harp, couples can choose jazz, popular, Bollywood, Arabic, Broadway, and classical music for their weddings.

Ryan Shephard
Chicago, IL
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

50+ 5-star reviews across major event platforms, and brand new to Zola! My name is Ryan Shephard, and I'm an artist from Cincinnati, OH, (Now located in Chicago, IL) with a large repertoire of experience ranging in a wide variety of musical genres and endeavors including working with and sharing the stage with bands and artists like Sublime with Rome, Richie Ramone of The Ramones, and Chance McCoy of Old Crow Medicine Show. I've played 600+ events that include over a hundred weddings, performances for Fortune 500 companies, high-profile politicians, and more! Quality is my expertise! Let me give you a night to remember.

The Groove Merchants
Lehi, UT
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

Multiple award winners and world travelers, The Groove Merchants is one of the top party and dance bands in the United States. Our high energy and great song flow keep people on the dance floor and keeps clients calling us back time and time again.

Jake Reichbart, Guitarist
Ann Arbor, MI
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

Jake Reichbart is a solo guitarist and a professional wedding and event musician, based in Ann Arbor. Spanning the past 30 years, Mr. Reichbart has logged a staggering 7,500 live performances of every kind with well over 1,000 being wedding ceremonies, often coupled with the cocktail hour which usually follows and at times the entire reception for the most intimate of weddings. He is, without a doubt, the most prolific and experienced wedding guitarist in the state. Mr. Reichbart's music draws from jazz , classical, pop, rock and folk and he can arrange nearly any song imaginable as your special processional music!

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Neil Dixon Smith
Chicago, IL
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

I'm a classical guitarist based in Chicago, Illinois and have been part of the wedding industry since 2005. I specialize in providing both ceremony and reception music. I've performed live for concerts and events of all kinds, but there is tremendous personal meaning in playing for a wedding ceremony. I love being the live soundtrack as two people join in marriage and feel honored each time I'm able to do so.

231 Entertainment
Traverse City, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000

I began DJing when I was 13 at the roller rink where I grew up. I helped out mostly with the teen dances but occasionally got to mix it up for the roller skating sessions as well. Norm Jones got me started Djing weddings back in 2003 and in 2004 I started my own company and began booking my own events. When everyone was still using CDs I was the first DJ in Northern Michigan to begin using laptops as my sole source of music.

NightBeat Entertainment

5.0

Clarkston, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Cool. Elegant. Fun NightBeat Entertainment understands that you don’t want the same old cheesy wedding DJ’s, which is why we offer elegant, modern and professional DJ services and entertainment for your wedding or other special event. The husband + wife duo Johnny and Michelle have over 30 years of experience in Oakland County and Michigan. Together, we have reinvented what it means to have a wedding by creating unbelievable experiences with high energy, amazing lighting, and the coolest options.. You will never have to worry about your wedding reception with NightBeat Entertainment.

From a vendor perspective it's such a breathe of fresh air to find a DJ willing to work closely with Photographers. We don't always have a lot of time in the evening because of the hours booked, but Johnny ensures that we are totally covered & communicates throughout the evening about time, what we need etc to make it all happen for the couple. Not a ton of DJs work cohesively with us & it truly makes it easy for our couples! Not to mention he really gets the dance floor jamming! I personally am a photographer jamming out in between grabbing photos of the couple with their friends & family on the dance floor! You will be making an EXCELLENT choice booking Johnny for your wedding day!
Ashley Auger, 4 years ago
Motor City HDJ

5.0

Brighton, MI
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Motor City HDJ started in 1999 as a way to pay for college. The more of my friends' weddings I attended, the more I realized how many bad DJs are out there in the world. I decided at that point I was going to be the "anti-DJ," committing myself to do the opposite of the things that bad DJs do.

Whew it's tough to put in to words just how incredible it is working with Brett. He is hands down my top referral for couples when looking for a DJ. He puts the couples NUMBER ONE, he ensures the music + vibe are what the couple want, & above all he loves this job. Brett is one to do 1000%, hop on the dance floor for a line dance, throw together new ideas + keeps the evening on schedule. From a photographer stand point, he LOVES working on the team. As long as you communicate the day + work as a team member he ensures you're not missing a thing if you run for a meal or water break. I am a massive Brett fan from all aspects!
Ashley Auger, 2 years ago
Gussied

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Gussied is a full service wedding band that offers ceremony, cocktail, dinner, dancing music, and more. Instead of trying to duplicate a song you've heard on the radio, we "gussy it up" into our own bluegrass inspired own style. We play farms, barns, wineries, swanky lofts, country clubs and everything in between - even summer camps! We also play destination weddings, festivals and private events. No party is too small or too big. We have a professional sound team and various music packages to suit all of your needs.

We hired the duo to play our ceremony. Their modern spin on folk and bluegrass music set the perfect tone for our summery outdoor wedding. They went above and beyond by learning and performing a song I had written for my husband. I highly recommend Gussied!
Laura F., 2 years ago
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Cuarteto Guataca

5.0

New York, NY
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

Bassist and bandleader Josh Levine got his start in the professional music business busking in SoHo with The Flying Neutrinos in ’93, so when NYC shut down in Spring of 2020, he capitalized on his experience as a street performer and began to play regularly in the parks of NYC with percussionist and sonero, Jainardo Batista, renowned flutist Itai Kriss making his debut on Cuban trés guitar, and María Raquel on vocals and minor percussion. Before long, the quartet had generated some buzz, several venues hired them to play outdoors and pianist Gabriel Chakarji and Grammy winning flutist and vocalist Jeremy Bosch became staples of the group.

Cuarteto Guataca is AMAZING. Every single member of this group is an absolute joy to work with, and their talent is beyond words! Cuarteto was our wedding band, and I don’t think anyone sat down the entire reception! Hire them now!!
Adriana and M., 2 years ago
R&R Sound and Lighting

5.0

Brighton, MI
  • DJ
  • Serves Traverse City, MI for additional fees

A memorable night is created with the perfect selection of wedding services that showcase their expertise, professionalism, and experience. Our experience, customer service, passion for entertaining, and profound sound and lighting systems allows us to make your dream wedding a reality. Setting the tone of any wedding vision is achievable with an elegant glow from up-lighting, personalized monogram, lighting illuminating the dance floor, and crystal clear sound throughout the entire venue. If this fits your vision, I would love to connect with you to see how we can make your dream become a reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ryan from R&R Sound and Lighting is dream of a DJ to work with. from your initial consultation call he will be very caring, professional and accommodating. He is extremely responsive and patient and will craft the perfect playlist and flow of events for your special day. He will keep the dance floor busy and everyone will enjoy his work. He truly will make your night unforgettable and I cannot emphasize how polite, nice and accommodating he is. He will make you feel SO comfortable and confident that you are going to have the best night of your life. Highly recommend Ryan from R&R Sound and Lighting for your event!
Johnny, 3 years ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Traverse City, MI

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Traverse City, MI?

Live bands typically range from $1,900 to $18,500, averaging at $5,000. DJs range from $150 to $2,500 and average at $1,200. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 82% of bands and DJs in Traverse City, MI cover cocktail hour and 80% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 71% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

64% of bands in Traverse City, MI will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Traverse City, MI?

The most popular bands in Traverse City, MI are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are JR Event Group, Hitched Entertainment and NightBeat Entertainment.

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