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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.

Happy Father's Day from Emerald City Band! We're honored to be part of weddings, especially the beautiful bride and father dance. It’s a phenomenal feeling to play for such tender moments. To all fathers out there, we hope your day is filled with love and great memories.

A first dance should be meaningful to the couple, with song choice reflecting their relationship and memories. Specify your preferred version to the band, and consider popular or unique songs. Deno Taglioli, a seasoned musician, shares these tips from his experience performing at over 1,000 weddings.

Emerald City traveled from Dallas to San Diego to make Claudia and Max Brodsky’s wedding the BEST wedding it can be—congratulations to the happy couple!

Emerald City Band traveled to Laredo, Texas, performing an unforgettable private event at Laredo Country Club, where lively guests danced all night. The band praised the fantastic atmosphere, hospitality, and memories before returning to Fort Worth.

If there’s one thing that we love it’s creating parties and celebrations that are unforgettable. We had the opportunity to celebrate the wedding of a lovely couple this past weekend in Fort Worth and, let me tell you, these folks were ready to party!

New year and new beginnings! We love being a part of these celebrations and wish the couples a lifetime of happiness!