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Matching Your Music Style to Your Wedding Theme

You’re getting married, so the two of you doubtless share much in common.  Sometimes, though, that delightful simpatico doesn’t extend to mutual music styles.

One of you may love reggaetón or dance hall, while the other is hooked on swing, or country.  What’s a happy couple to do?

You’re getting ready to collaborate on a shared life, so your wedding music is a good way to warm up.  If you can’t agree on a unifying style that suits you both, maybe it’s time to compromise, by matching your music style to your wedding theme.

Let’s review some of the peace-keeping options.

Where’s the reception?

We’re willing to bet you’ve put a lot of thought into your reception venue.  You’ve chosen it for certain attributes which play into the mood you’re trying to create.

Weave a spell by matching your wedding music to the mood and theme of your reception venue.

Have you booked an elegant event room at a local hotel?  Choose music that reflects the style of the room, by selecting smooth hits from a variety of decades.  Especially if your reception is a formal affair, you want the music to reflect that.

Destination wedding in a steamy tropical paradise?  Use that to guide your music selections.  It doesn’t all have to be tropically-derived, but it does need to honor the unique, romantic location, the swaying palms and the lush jungles around you.

Think high sensuality and maybe “Despacito” will make an appearance.

Choosing to compromise.

Maybe your wedding theme focuses on color selections for bridesmaid dresses and flowers.  That’s not a lot of fodder for matching your music style to your wedding theme.

When the wedding couple is deadlocked due to divergent musical tastes, perhaps the best way forward is negotiated compromise.

You both get a little of what you like and with the right bandleader, you’ll have the perfect mix of your favorites, shot through with wedding music all your guests can enjoy.

Sure, you want everyone to have a great time, but this is your big day and you’re the stars of the show.  Compromise to make room for what both of you like.  You’re going to be doing that for the rest of your lives, so best to start with the wedding music.

Get cultural.

Your wedding is the latest chapter in the stories of two families.  Those families have unique histories and cultures.  Honoring them with your wedding music also honors the current trend toward more cultural content at weddings, generally.

Including music from the lands your ancestors hailed from is one way to tip your hats to tradition and make your families proud.  Remember, the weight of your dual family histories is on your shoulders.  Getting cultural reminds you where you came from and lets your families know you haven’t forgotten.

Let CTO Artists help.

At CTO, we’re wedding music experts, bringing the northeastern USA the gold standard in live wedding entertainment.  Our bandleaders work with you to keep the dance floor jamming, all night long.

Contact us.

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Top Tips on How to Pick a Philadelphia Venue That’s Right for Your Entertainment Plans

It doesn’t matter what kind of an event you’re planning.  Whether it’s a wedding or another landmark celebration, you need to choose a venue that has what you need to make of your night a stellar experience.

That’s especially true when it comes to finding the location that best serves your entertainment needs for the night.

Here are some top tips on how to pick a Philadelphia venue that’s right for your entertainment plans.

Read the fine print.

Some locations may seem like just want you need, but unless you read the fine print, you won’t know what’s included.  That can mean not having the lighting you need for the amazing band you’ve hired to entertain your guests for the evening and additional costs.

Always ask the right questions to find out what your chosen venue is including in the total price, to ensure you don’t get any costly surprises.

Too much of a good thing?

If you’ve lined up a great band, you need room for your guests to get up and dance, so that’s fundamental when choosing a venue.

That said, too much of a good thing can see your event swimming in what may feel like an airplane hangar and that’s going to kill the mood.

Seek out a venue which feels both spacious enough to accommodate cutting a rug and intimate enough to facilitate a warm, inviting vibe.  Choosing the right sized venue can make a tremendous difference to the overall tone of your event.

You can’t get there from here.

The location of your event is of primary importance.  It needs to be easy to find.  You don’t want your guests relying on dodgy GPS to find an obscure location in the middle of nowhere.

Choose a venue that not only has adequate parking, but which is close to transit for guests who may prefer not to bring their cars.  The location should be central enough to make everyone happy, easy to get to and easy to get home from (if some are using taxis).

With your own eyes.

This is, without doubt, a fundamental tip.  If you’re not going to the venue to see it with your own eyes, you have no idea what you’re getting into.  If you think that goes without saying, we could tell you some very unfortunate stories.

You need to know that your venue can accommodate the band you’ve hired with adequate electrical outlets, accommodation for performances (a stage, whether built in or assembled by the venue management) and other amenities to make your band’s life easier.

These top tips on how to pick a Philadelphia venue that’s right for your entertainment plans are offered in the interest of ensuring your wedding or other landmark event goes off without a hitch.  Following these simple guidelines will ensure that everyone has what they need (including the band) and that your guests have a wonderful time.

CTO Artists brings you top flight entertainment for every occasion. Contact us for more.

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The best summer 2017 wedding music

A summer wedding is a dream for many.  The weather’s fine, the days are long and the optimism of the season is tailor made for tying the knot.

Choosing the best summer 2017 wedding music for your big day is part of the fun, as the two of you make a mental playlist for your reception.

CTO Artists is in the business of bringing your special day the very best in live entertainment and select talent.  We’re all about the music, so we’ve assembled a list of favorites from the best summer 2017 wedding music in heavy rotation right now.

Perfect, Ed Sheeran.

You’re getting married because you’ve found the perfect partner.  Ed Sheeran’s hit points out that “perfect” means different things to different people.  As you celebrate finding the person you want to journey through life with, this one is bound to fit the bill.

Bruno Mars (pretty much anything).

We don’t know what it is about this artist, but his music seems to find its way onto wedding playlists, year after year.

Wedding favorite, Marry That Girl has been followed up by monster hits like That’s What I Like and now, 24K Magic, making Bruno Mars the undisputed contemporary King of wedding reception dance floors, the wide world over.

Can’t Help Falling in Love, Beck.

Beck’s re-purposing of this classic tune has given a whole new generation of happy couples an opportunity for a first dance their parents may have danced to at their weddings.

We know you can’t help falling in love, so this new generation cover may be just the ticket for your first turn on the floor together.

How Does a Moment Last Forever, Celine Dion.

This lyrical, romantic song from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast fairly aches with emotion.  As you walk into your future together, you may not be the Beauty and the Beast, but this lovely offering may express the sweetness of the love your feel for each other.

Something Just Like This, The ChainSmokers and Coldplay.

This one’s for the realists – those walking toward the altar with their eyes wide open.  They know marriage is no fairy tale of endless bliss.  Rather, it’s about two flawed people who love each other and are willing to overlook all the warts to spend their lives together.

Love me Now, John Legend.

Marriage is the beginning, but we all know that “eternity” really means one of us will leave this earth before the other.  John Legend’s beautiful ode to the temporal nature of life and love speaks to the immediacy of love as a “right now” reality.

The best in wedding music from CTO Artists.

These are our selections for the best summer 2017 wedding music.  CTO Artists offers select talent which makes your wedding celebration unforgettable.  For almost 30 years, we’ve been the wedding talent provider of choice from the Northeastern USA to Florida, to California and beyond.

If you want your wedding to live in the memories of your guests for years to come, contact us.  We’ll make sure it does.

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Looking for a top-notch Philadelphia wedding DJ?

DJs are a great alternative to live bands.  Accessible to almost all budgets, they keep the party pumping by knowing how to keep the dance floor full.  A good DJ knows which tune to play next to either intensify the vibe, or soften it a little.

Being a DJ is about knowing what people want and sensing the mood on the dance floor.  There’s a lot more to it than having a first-class collection of music.  In the same way as a live band, the DJ connects with your guests on an almost supernatural level, offering a little of themselves in the process.

Professional with a capital “P”.

A CTO DJ rules the mic with unstoppable musical knowledge and professionalism.  Spinning the tunes you and your guests want to hear, our DJs bring the CTO edge to your festivities and keep the dance floor bumping.

When you’re looking for a Philadaphia wedding DJ, you’re looking for CTO Artists’ turntable stars.  These are seasoned professionals who set you up for the night of your life.

They go beyond the music.  They ensure that every detail of your event is expertly coordinated by collaborating with all the other service providers you’ve engaged to make your night one to remember.

Getting to know you.

CTO Artists is dedicated to creating exceptional wedding celebrations.  That’s why our DJs take the time to get to know you.  They find out what makes you want to jump up and dance.  Your wedding song is just the beginning, when one of our DJs puts a finger on the pulse of the happy couple.

Whatever your wedding reception vision is, a CTO DJ brings you outstanding musical support that ensures a night of unforgettable enjoyment.  Even if the two of you are diametrically opposed (musically), our DJs seek the right balance to keep the party going, all night long.

The ninjas of “vibe”.

Philadelphia wedding DJs from CTO Artists are the ninjas of “vibe”.  Their group dynamics extra-sensory perception picks up on what’s going on in the room and then, they respond with just the right mix to give your guests what they want.

They feel the vibe in the room, so whether your guests are ramping up hard, or leveling off for a slow jam, a CTO DJ knows what to spin next.

CTO DJs understand that an empty dance floor is the kiss of death at a wedding.  They keep that from happening by keeping their spider senses engaged, reading the room’s mood.  That’s what the best DJs do and that’s what our DJs do best.

The CTO edge.

From the Northeastern USA to Florida, California and beyond, CTO brings your wedding celebration an edge with DJs who are professional and tuned in to your wedding reception vision.

Having executed over 10,000 successful events in our nearly 30 years in the business, we bring your event exceptional talent and entertainment, always aiming to exceed your expectations.

Contact us for an outstanding Philadelphia wedding DJ and a night to remember.

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The importance of lighting your event space

With everything else you need to think about when planning an event, lighting the space may be the last thing on your mind.  Whether you’re planning a wedding, bat mitzvah, anniversary, or a corporate soiree, lighting is something that can make or break the festivities.

Imagine arriving at an event to find the space illuminated by garish fluorescent overheads.  It’s nobody’s best look.  If you’ve ever worked in an office, you’ll know exactly what we mean.

Lighting that warms the atmosphere and sets the mood is a key consideration for any well-planned event, so we thought we’d take a minute to offer a few pointers on how to do it right.

Do your homework.

Your event is too important to leave the lighting to chance.  You’ll need to not only visit the venue, but ensure that you’re visiting at the time the event you’re planning is slated to take place.  This ensures you’re seeing it the way it’s going to appear on the big night.

Make sure the venue manager is on hand for your visit.  Don’t forget to ask if the lights may be dimmed and how that’s done.  Also ask whether the lighting is fluorescent (as discussed above) or incandescent.  Incandescent lighting is much more suitable for events, as it imparts a soft glow, eliminating the harshness fluorescents are known for.

While you’re there, take in the whole room.  Locate available lighting and decide whether you need to supplement it.  Then, decide which type.  You may want to drape the stage with LED lights which lend the venue a magical atmosphere.  You may want spots trained on the stage.

Take note of which features you wish to highlight and those wish you’d rather people didn’t take much notice of.  Then plan your event lighting accordingly.

Photos and video.

The importance of lighting your event space adequately and intelligently can’t be over-emphasized, if a photographer or videographer will be present to document the party.

Lighting must answer the needs of these professionals, as well as create ambience, so it’s important to know you have adequate lighting to accommodate their needs.  Consult with them.  If you suspect there may be a problem with lighting at the venue, perhaps invite your photo and video people to make suggestions as to how you can fix it.

Because you’re probably not a lighting professional, it’s helpful to have a professional with access to the right tools to arrange your lighting for you.  It’s one less thing to think about, for starters.  Also, if you’re paying for photos and video at the venue, then isn’t it worth ensuring you get the lighting right?  There’s nothing worse than being disappointed after the fact.

CTO Artists.

For almost 30 years, CTO Artists has been bringing the highest quality live entertainment to events like yours.  From the Northeastern USA to California, from Florida to the Caribbean and Latin America, we have successfully created over 10,000 events for our discerning clients.

Contact us for the best in live entertainment for your special event.

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Philadelphia wedding music bands – it’s just not a party without CTO

For almost 30 years, CTO Artists has been bringing the most professional entertainment to weddings all over the Northeastern USA, California, Florida and beyond.

Philadelphia is our hometown, so we’re proud to offer the high-quality artists on our roster to the City of Brotherly Love.  That’s why we’re sharing the love with you in this post about Philadelphia wedding music bands.

Celebrate right, with CTO.

Music is the heart and soul of celebration.  When people attend a wedding reception, they want to eat, drink and be merry and dancing to great music is part of the experience.  At CTO, we bring exceptional artistry to your wedding, with the very best in live entertainment.

Our line up of artists is home to some truly extraordinary singers and musicians.  Many of these bands have been in the music business for decades, with talent and performance skills that must be seen to be believed.

Select your vibe.

CTO Artists has assembled a roster of Philadelphia wedding music bands which include from 6 to 10 artists.  You’ll find exactly the vibe you’re looking for, from the slick sophistication of the Rat Pack to contemporary favorites.

Accomplished and polished, our artists have been selected because they’re simply the best.  Every one of our Philadelphia wedding music bands is highly-professional, flexible to suit the needs of your event and experts at getting the party started and keeping it going all night long.

Our focus.

At CTO, our focus is on making your celebration a complete success.  Our music consultants and band leaders work with you to ensure that every detail of your event is expertly planned.  All you do is show up – and dance to the best music you’ve ever enjoyed at a wedding.

We know you’ve heard all that before, but here’s the CTO difference – we back up what we say.  Our Live Showcases take place twice a month.  Here’s where you can see that we mean business and that we’re not kidding when we promise you the best Philadelphia wedding music bands available.

Just register, then come out to see and hear the CTO edge!

Chosen from thousands.

A CTO artist is the best in the business.  We ensure the quality of our performers by auditioning thousands of hopefuls, choosing the choicest talent.

Our roster of bands consists of highly-polished, amazingly talented performers who are professionals in every sense of the word.  As they take the stage at your wedding, you’ll immediately sense the difference between a CTO band and other ensembles.

Our artists model total professionalism in every aspect of their work.

Premier entertainment.

Almost 30 years in the entertainment business is what’s behind the excellence at CTO Artists.  We take pride in being part of your special day by offering you the very best in Philadelphia wedding music bands.

We take our commitment to quality seriously and we live to exceed your expectations.  Wherever you go – even destinations as distant as Jamaica and Buenos Aires – you’ll find CTO.  We bring you superb live entertainment.  Contact us.

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Keeping your wedding current.

It’s your wedding, so you want your music.  You want to hear the songs most meaningful to you and get your nearest and dearest fired up on the dance floor, too.

That’s why the band you hire for your reception is so important.  You’re creating a night everyone will enjoy to the fullest and remember for years.  This night is the start of your new life with your other half and that’s huge.

A living juke box.

The most important job of a wedding band is to play the music the bride, groom, wedding party, moms, dads, elderly relatives, teen relatives and even their hipster cousins want to hear.

That’s a lot of people to please!

But any wedding band worth its salt can do it with ease.  A good wedding band is a living juke box.  It should have a worthy command of a wide variety of genres, reaching back in time over decades.

Everyone at your wedding reception has a favorite.  If grandma wants to hear something from Old Blue Eyes, she should be able to hear it.  If your beardy cousin, Seth, wants to hear The Killers – same thing.

Your wedding band should not reflect just your taste.  As a matter of hospitality and consideration for your eclectic cast of characters, everyone should hear something that makes them want to get up and dance.

Get to know your bandleader.

The bandleader is your pipeline to the kind of set list you’d like to have.  Communicating effectively with your bandleader ensures that the music you want to hear is part of the night’s festivities.

Remember that this is a person who understands what wedding guests expect.  Every single week, your bandleader is out there bringing the noise to weddings near and far.  That kind of experience is not to be taken lightly.  So, feel free to make your special requests.  You’ll probably find they’re already on the set list.

Your bandleader is your best wedding reception buddy.  This is your night’s musical director, with your enjoyment and satisfaction front of mind.

Something for everyone.

You have a vision for your wedding, but you also have relatives and friends who have songs in their heads that they connect directly to you.  A band with a strong command of a variety of musical genres and the music of several decades creates an inclusive experience.

A good bandleader will find the right balance, ensuring the music features something for everyone and keeps the dance floor pumping.

CTO brings the good kind of noise.

CTO Artists has been bringing wedding receptions exceptional entertainment since 1987.  From Philadelphia, to California, to Florida and even the Caribbean, CTO is a premium source for the best in quality musical entertainment for your wedding.

Our artists are selected for their talent, stage presence and professionalism.  We know a lot of people say that, but at CTO we put our money where our mouths are, with a twice monthly live showcase of our bands.

If you want to keep your wedding current, contact us for premium live entertainment.

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Top 10 wedding first dance songs.

You’ve waited your whole life to find your other half.  And now, the moment has arrived.  As the first notes of “your” song fill the room, you take each other’s hand and walk to the center of the dance floor.  Your eyes meet and slowly you begin to dance.

We’ve assembled these top 10 wedding first dance songs to give you a little inspiration for finding that perfect tune for your first dance.

“At Last”, Etta James.

At last, your love has come along.  Your lonely days are over and life is like a song.  If Etta’s immortal ode to endless love describes your union, this classic hit may be the song for your first dance.

“Amazed”, Lonestar.

With its innocent country styling and beautiful lyrics, so evocative of the wonders of falling in love, you may find what you’re looking for in this contemporary favorite.

“It Had to be You”, Frank Sinatra.

From one of the most iconic crooners of all time, this timeless tune speaks to the inevitability of meeting “the One”.  Delight your friends and family with the old-fashioned swag of Hollywood’s Rat Pack, with this satin smooth groove.

“In My Life”, the Beatles.

This is the first of two on our top 10 wedding first dance songs from the Beatles.  There won’t be a dry eye in the house, as you and your love celebrate your future together with this achingly beautiful song.

“Lucky”, Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat.

If you and your new spouse are as lighthearted and sweet as this contemporary first dance favorite, you may have found the perfect song for your inaugural wedded turn on the dance floor.

“You are the Sunshine of my Life”, Stevie Wonder.

With the eternal sunshine of wedded bliss before you, what could be more perfect than dancing into your future to this universally beloved melody from one of the great songwriters of the 20th Century?

“Come Rain or Come Shine”, Ray Charles.

Promising to love each other “for better or for worse, in sickness and in health” is the biggest commitment you’ll ever make.  Celebrate your promises to stand side-by-side through all adversity with Ray Charles.

“How Sweet it is (to be Loved by You)”, James Taylor.

The sweetness of love is realized in the tradition of marriage.  Taylor’s classic tune epitomizes that sentiment, speaking of comfort and being present to one another through time.

“Unforgettable”, Nat King Cole.

You’ve been joined in marriage because you find each other unforgettable.  In fact, it hasn’t crossed either of your minds to forget each other since the day you met.  Nat King Cole’s elegant lyrics and velvety voice could be just the ticket.

“Something”, the Beatles.

You’re attracted to your love like you’ve never been to another.  This Beatles classic reminds us that love is an undefinable “something” – never the same for any two couples.

CTO Artists is your Philadelphia, PA source for live wedding entertainment.  Contact us.  Make your wedding reception unforgettable.

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A New York style reception with CTO Artists.

When you think of New York, what’s the first word that comes to mind?

Excitement? Action? Sparkle? Dazzle?

It could be any one of those.  But your wedding can feature them all, with live entertainment from CTO Artists.  The band is only part of making a New York style reception with CTO one your guests will talk about for years.

All out dance party.

As your guests start pouring in the front door, the band will be playing.  This sets the tone for an evening of dancing and celebration.  As people settle into their places, they’re entertained and the mood is festive and buoyant.  At CTO, that’s our aim – to bring you star-quality music that fills the room with life and an amazing atmosphere.

Once the wedding party’s ready to enter the room, the crowd’s primed to roar its approval and dance you into the first night of your married life.

Keeping the party going.

Everyone’s heard of the Best Man who spoke for way too long, or the endlessly sentimental slide shows of the Bride’s life.  Your goal is to make this occasion a party that doesn’t end until the last guest leaves.

That means keeping the formalities at the front of the party.  Then, it’s time to get down to the sweet sounds of CTO’s outstanding live music performers.

Between courses, there’s no dead air and no canned music.  You go full live with CTO, so your guests are entertained from start to finish.

If they’re not eating, they’re dancing.  Make sure to leave a little window after the coffee’s been served to thank your guests for coming, or to throw the bouquet.  This brings guests who may have been having a breather outside back into the reception facility.

Once you’re done, the band strikes up again, bringing the tunes until it’s time to go home.

Celebrate New York style.

New York-style receptions are widely-celebrated social occasions that don’t leave a chance for boredom to set in.  Your family and friends will want to stay until the closing notes of the final song, with a wedding reception featuring a CTO Artists band.

CTO’s star-studded lineup of professional artists is a cut above.  We’re not your average wedding band outfit.  Our artists are exclusive and of the highest musical quality.  They’ll get your reception started right and then, keep it going with contemporary hits and classic favorites to keep the dance floor packed.

Since 1987.

CTO Artists has been planning and flawlessly executing events entertainment since 1987.  With over 10,000 events under our belts, we’re one of the most called upon entertainment providers on the East Coast.

Based in Philadelphia, PA, you’ll find our artists at events as far away as California, Florida and even the Caribbean.  Our artists are selected for their musical talent, so you’ll get only the very best to keep your guests moving and grooving, all night long.

Experience CTO quality at one of our live showcase events held twice monthly.  Contact us for a New York style reception!

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CTO Strings

Our clients deserve the cutting edge, and with CTO Karma Strings, that is precisely what they will get. This ensemble is one of the first of its kind; a truly unique electronic strings group. Built on the most experienced and talented violinists, violists, and cellists available, CTO Karma Strings can perform everything from Bach and Mozart to the hits of later composers like Lady Gaga, Coldplay, and Beyonce.

The players in this ensemble have performed and recorded worldwide with symphonies and orchestras, and have appeared on countless albums. They are a unique and emotionally powerful blend of classical and contemporary music.

Whether you choose them for your cocktail hour or as a featured performer, CTO Karma Strings will give you a show your guests will talk about for years.

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CTO Bands

We go to extremes so that when your event arrives, you’ve only got one job: to have the night of your life!

A CTO Band is a well-oiled machine whose only goal is to make your party perfect. To accomplish that goal, we hire and train the very best musicians on every detail – from choreography to cutting-edge song selections. Then we deliver the most high-energy performances you’ve ever seen, and that magic ingredient is what makes a CTO party so unforgettable.

When you book a CTO band, you aren’t just hiring players. You’re getting another ally, another helping hand. Your bandleader will work closely with you in the months leading up to your big day to make sure every detail is precise and perfect. They will also liaise with all of your other event professionals to ensure that everyone is working from the same playbook.

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Who has the best wedding bands in Philadelphia? CTO Artists!

Most of us have been to weddings where somebody’s brother threw together a pick-up band, or hired the friend of a friend.  Maybe it was the wedding of someone close to you.

Maybe you felt their pain a little that night and danced anyhow.

You’ve decided that your wedding isn’t going to be like that.  You want the very best in musical entertainment for your big day, with professional musicians who feature comprehensive set lists and amazing talent.

The best.

Since 1987, CTO’S been bringing the highest quality events entertainment to Philadelphia.  Our bands are selected for their talent and professionalism, so you get the best of the best for your wedding reception.

Blending black tie elegance and night club dazzle, CTO Tribeca features the dynamic diva, Maylyn Murphy, whose vocal stylings have been compared to Alicia Keys.  This 10-piece band will leave you breathless.  You won’t be able to stop dancing!

CTO Park Central is an eclectic collection of musical talent that brings you three distinct vocal styles and six highly accomplished musicians.  Their set list is sure to please all your guests with its wide-ranging diversity.

For an unforgettable experience, CTO Fifth Avenue is a band that will have you dancing until you drop.  With a big sound created by up to 10 musicians, this band brings the noise your guests want to hear.  Excitement is their trademark.

With a violin and a cellist in their line-up, the CTO Groove Street Orchestra has an almost limitless repertoire.  This thrilling ensemble features three fabulous back up singers and a thundering rhythm section that spells “p-a-r-t-y”.

Energetic yet classy, the CTO Midtown Express welcomes you aboard their party train the moment they take the stage.  Featuring two renowned women vocalists and outstanding musicianship, this is a train you won’t be getting off until the very last stop.

CTO Carousel features musicians who’ve been working together for over 20 years.  But their experience never gets in the way of their professionalism, bringing you everything from the Rat Pack to contemporary pop with a set list you won’t believe.

Prepare to be floored!  CTO Grand Central is a 8-piece music experience featuring three-part harmonies that rival industry legends.  This extraordinarily gifted band is dedicated to offering a diversity of genres to make sure you hear the music you most want to.

Last (but by no means least), Grammy-nominated bandleader, Brett Baker, brings you CTO Soho.  The leading edge musical aesthetic of this accomplished ensemble brings your dance floor all-night exuberance that will leave your guests amazed by the quality of the music.

The CTO wedding experience.

CTO Artists brings you the best wedding bands in Philadelphia.  We select only the most outstanding musical entertainers, sourcing our artists based on talent, energy and flawless professionalism.

Our artists work with you to create the ultimate wedding reception experience, ensuring that your guests go home smiling.

Check out our live showcase, offered twice monthly.  Then, contact us for the very best in musical artistry.

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