Emerald City Blog

When planning your wedding music, choose genres meaningful to you and your partner, while considering guests. Mix genres—classical, folk, rock ‘n’ roll, pop, jazz, soul/funk—for all ages. Set a budget, pick key songs, and work with a versatile band for an unforgettable celebration.

A Flower Power Celebration! It was a sunny evening in Dallas when Hannah Forbare and Fritz Deichert gathered their loved ones together to celebrate their love for each other at The Ritz Carlton in the heart of Downtown Dallas.

Lights! Camera! Action! Emerald City Band had the amazing opportunity to perform at LeeAnne Locken and Rich Emberlin’s wedding reception earlier in the year. LeeAnne Locken, a main cast member on Bravo TV’s “The Real Housewives of Dallas” is known for her outgoing and “tell it like it is” personality and we’re quite the fan.

Emerald City was thrilled to provide high-energy entertainment for Brooke and Landon McKean’s magical Broadmoor Hotel wedding, featuring gorgeous details, fun accessories, beautiful floral arrangements, and unforgettable dancing, all expertly planned by Sarah Viera for an incredible night to remember.

Part 2 presents 10 more perfect yet unexpected wedding first dance songs—ranging from blissful pop hits to nostalgic classics—each offering unique, beautiful atmospheres for a memorable, joy-filled first dance and an unforgettable wedding reception.

Finding the perfect, one-of-a-kind first dance song can be hard, but we’ve listed both upbeat and slow ballads fitting any vibe. We highlight unique choices like “Home,” “Love,” and “Bloom,” describing their emotional impact for a truly memorable first dance. Keep scrolling for great options.