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Live Music & Bands for Portland Weddings

If you want live music or a rockin’ band at your wedding in Portland, then you’re in luck! Portland is Oregon’s creative hub and has a massive music scene! We’ve got some of the most skilled musicians in the business, and our wedding bands certainly have a style that’s uniquely Portland. You can find any genre in Portland, including jazz, rock, R&B, blues, folk, country, bluegrass, classical, indie, funk, pop, and more!

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Portland’s Harmonious Notes: Elevating Your Wedding with Live Music

Portland, Oregon, often dubbed the “City of Roses,” is also a city of diverse musical talents, making it an ideal destination for couples seeking live music to enhance their wedding day. The possibilities are endless, with options ranging from live bands to quartets, solo musicians, and more, ensuring your celebration resonates with melodies that match your unique style.

An Array of Musical Styles & Genres

Portland’s vibrant music scene caters to every musical taste. Imagine the enchantment of a string quartet or harpist for a classical touch. Add a folk flavor with an acoustic guitar soloist. For a jazzy atmosphere, consider a saxophonist or a piano trio. Couples who share a love for rock, pop, or country can bring the excitement of a live band to their wedding. In Portland, you have the liberty to choose from a medley of musical genres, ensuring your wedding day reflects your shared musical passions.

The Perks of Hiring a Live Band

The benefits of having live music at your wedding are immeasurable. Live bands can create an immersive experience that simply cannot be replicated by a playlist. They bring an energy and spontaneity that fills the air with emotion, making your special day truly memorable.

Serenade Your Journey: Live Music Throughout the Day

Live music isn’t limited to your reception. Consider the enchanting sounds of live musicians during your cocktail hour, creating an inviting and relaxed ambiance. As you walk down the aisle, the sweet melodies of a solo musician can set the perfect tone for the momentous occasion. These live sounds breathe life into every step of your wedding journey.

Dancing the Night Away

For the reception, unleash the power of live entertainment to ignite the dance floor. Wedding singers and cover bands can perform the songs you love, adding a personal touch to your celebration. Imagine sharing your first dance as a couple to a live rendition of your special song, or letting loose with friends and family as the band covers your favorite dance tracks. The fun, liveliness, and atmosphere created by live music will make your reception an unforgettable experience.

Portland’s live music scene is a testament to the city’s creative spirit and rich cultural diversity. No matter your musical tastes or wedding vision, you’ll find the perfect live musicians to serenade your special day, ensuring that your wedding resonates with harmonious notes that you and your guests will remember for years to come.

Pressure Point Band

6916 SE 17th
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 234-2492

Pressure Point is the premier variety band in the Portland area. The repertoire is unmatched in terms of versatility and polish. Pressure Point covers music spanning six decades, satisfying musical tastes from nearly all age groups. Pressure Point makes music the old fashioned way, we play it! We use no sequencers or “karaoke” tracks as do some other popular bands.

With Pressure Point, you get the experience of talented, veteran performers who combine professionalism, enthusiasm, and a high level of musicality to create an atmosphere of fun and excitement that will make your function an event to remember. The lineup for Pressure Point is filled with some of Portland’s finest musicians and singers.
www.pressurepointband.com

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Blue Wave Band

(206) 713-0596
The Blue Wave Band are live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with unforgettable moments and full dance floors. Choose from 3 to 14 musicians and make your wedding the greatest party of your life! With a customizable band size and pricing from $1,900 – $8,000, you can tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget–every quote is customized to your needs, so don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Blue Wave musicians have performed with artists including Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Prince, Sting, Fruit Bats, Phillip Phillips, Santana, and Earth Wind & Fire. For upcoming showcase dates where you can see the Blue Wave Band perform LIVE, visit their website. No matter what kind of musical experience you’re hoping to create, the Blue Wave Band is here to make it possible.
www.bluewaveband.com

24-7 Band

Vancouver, WA
(360) 600-9101

3 Leg Torso

Portland, OR
(503) 740-9614

5 Guys Named Moe

Portland, OR
[email protected]

A Dancing Penguin Music

2000 NE 42nd Ave., Suite 296
Portland, OR 97213
(503) 282-3421

Aaron Meyer - Concert Rock Violinist

Portland, OR
(503) 515-3461

Alex Tomaino, Guitarist

Portland, OR
[email protected]

All Jazz Music

2869 SE Franklin St.
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 234-5534

Bollywood Dreams Entertainment

2200 SE Ivon St.
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 344-2022

Boy and Bean

Portland, OR
(253) 232-2560

Cascadia Bagpiper

10500 SE 26th Ave., Suite D16
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 950-5599

Design Band

18978 SW Arrowwood Ave.
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 639-9364

Duo con Brio

6217 Meridian Cir.
West Linn, OR 97068
(503) 407-6256

DW Duo

Portland, OR
(503) 642-9509

Hans & The Wanted

Portland, OR
(503) 449-5913

High Street Entertainment

Portland, OR
(541) 419-5156

Honey Don't

63379 OB Riley Rd.
Bend, OR 97703
(970) 270-2276

John Ross Music and Production

2104 NE 45th Ave.
Portland, OR 97213
(503) 515-3559

Kit Taylor Piano + DJ

6226 NE Carillion Dr.
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 998-3353

Malea & the Tourists

116 S Vermont St.
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 705-5930

Melegari Chamber Players

Portland, OR
(971) 266-4126

Notes of Celebration

Portland, OR
(503) 341-1058

Patrick Lamb Productions

4784 N Lombard St., Suite B-191
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 267-4826

PDX Violinist

Portland, OR
(443) 839-2651

Second Wind Jazz

Portland , OR
(503) 292-3996

Stumptown String Quartet

Portland , OR
(202) 350-2498

The House of Cards Music

Portland, OR
(503) 380-9274

The Kansas City Rhythm Kings

Vancouver, WA
(503) 438-4310

The Silvertone Devils

63379 OB Riley Rd.
Bend, OR 97703
(970) 270-2276