Ring Of Music

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27 Years

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Award-Winning Live Music for Weddings & Events

Ring Of Music has been redefining event entertainment for over two decades, earning prestigious awards annually while delivering elite musical experiences across Chicago, nationwide, and internationally. Our unique combination of world-class musicianship, meticulous coordination, and creative consulting ensures every event achieves flawless execution and unforgettable impact. With expertise spanning weddings, corporate galas, festivals, and private celebrations, we specialize in transforming visions into reality through tailored music curation and comprehensive event management.

Our team of seasoned professionals brings unparalleled industry knowledge, having performed at thousands of events while maintaining rigorous quality standards through continuous artist vetting and technical innovation. We distinguish ourselves through transparent communication, personalized service, and a proven track record of exceeding client expectations across diverse event formats.

Services

Wedding Entertainment Corporate Events Themed Parties Music Curation Event Coordination Genre Specialization Instrumental Ensembles Vocal Performances Technical Production Theme Integration

Details

Year established: 1999

Highlights and features

24 consecutive years of industry award recognition
Integrated event coordination with musical performance
Extensive repertoire spanning 10 decades and 20+ genres
Comprehensive theme implementation with costume coordination
Proven track record with 1000+ successful events annually

What people say

Packed dance floor Amazing musicianship Seamless coordination Genre versatility Stress-free planning

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Services

Wedding Entertainment

Customized live music solutions for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Our expert team provides comprehensive musical curation, from classical processional pieces to high-energy dance floor performances. With specialized wedding coordinators and diverse genre expertise, we ensure perfect musical alignment with each couple's vision. Services include ceremony music, cocktail hour entertainment, and reception performances with optional emcee services.

Corporate Events

Premium musical entertainment for corporate functions including conferences, galas, and product launches. Our tailored performances enhance brand experiences through theme integration and interactive elements. We provide technical production support, custom song arrangements, and seamless event flow management to ensure professional execution aligned with corporate objectives.

Themed Parties

Full-service theme implementation combining musical performance with visual presentation. From Roaring 20s to Casino Night experiences, our musicians dress in period costumes while delivering authentic genre-specific performances. This service includes coordinated lighting, prop recommendations, and musical arrangements matching the chosen theme's historical context.

Genre Specialization

Comprehensive coverage across 20+ musical genres spanning eight decades. Our roster includes specialists in Motown, jazz, country, rock, and contemporary hits. This service allows clients to create hybrid playlists that transition smoothly between styles while maintaining authentic performance quality for each musical era and genre.

Event Coordination

Integrated event planning services combining musical expertise with logistical coordination. Our team manages timeline development, vendor communication, and on-site execution to ensure perfect synchronization between musical performances and event milestones. This includes technical production planning and contingency management for seamless event flow.

People

Matt Stedman

Owner & Lead Coordinator

Award-winning musician and event specialist with 25+ years experience in entertainment production. Recognized industry leader in wedding and corporate event coordination, specializing in musical curation and client experience optimization through innovative service integration.

Holly Smith

Event Specialist

Veteran event coordinator with decade-long expertise in large-scale production management. Specializes in timeline optimization and vendor integration, ensuring seamless execution of complex multi-act performances while maintaining personal client attention throughout the planning process.

Rowena Zar

Music Director

Grammy-nominated musician with extensive background in ensemble performance and arrangement. Oversees artist vetting and musical quality control, maintaining the company's high artistic standards through rigorous rehearsal protocols and continuous professional development programs for performing artists.

Anna Gillan

Client Relations

Client experience specialist with 15 years in luxury event services. Focuses on personalized communication and expectation management, implementing feedback systems that maintain 98% client satisfaction ratings through pre-event consultations and post-event follow-up processes.

Stephanie Bell

Production Manager

Technical production expert with specialization in audio-visual integration for live events. Manages equipment inventory and on-site technical execution, ensuring optimal sound quality and equipment reliability across venues of all sizes and configurations.

Questions

What types of events do you specialize in?

We specialize in weddings, corporate events, galas, festivals, and private celebrations with customized musical entertainment solutions.

Can you accommodate specific music requests?

Yes, our musicians learn three custom songs per event and offer extensive repertoire selection from 20+ genres spanning eight decades.

Do you provide event coordination services?

Yes, we offer integrated event planning including timeline development, vendor coordination, and on-site production management.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Chicago metropolitan area, nationwide locations, and international destinations with experienced touring logistics.

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance for weekends during peak seasons, with limited availability for last-minute events.

What sets you apart from other entertainment providers?

Our unique combination of award-winning musicianship, comprehensive coordination services, and proven track record with 1000+ annual events ensures unmatched quality and reliability.

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Hannah F.

Dec 17, 2021 Report

Ring of Music provided the perfect entertainment for our Great Gatsby themed party! They were prompt, set up exactly as promised, and the music was lively and got our crowd dancing! We would highly recommend them!

Megan Krolikowski

Oct 30, 2021 Report

For my wedding we did a nine piece band and it was AMAZING. ROM was great to work with the entire time, and offered a wide range of music to choose from. We gave them a list of our top songs but pretty much left it up to them, they are the experts after all, and we are SO glad we did. The dance floor was full all night and all of our guested loved it, even our bar tenders made comments on how special it was and how great the music was. Even the DJ music was on point.
Also, ROM had great ideas to help us plan, giving us tip and trips to making the evening successful to other ideas we never thought

Matt Gossen

Oct 26, 2021 Report

We cant express enough how much the band made our night. Our expectations were high and they still managed to be exceeded. Matt, Holly and the entire team put us at ease through the entire process, and went above and beyond to ensure all of our needs were met. On the day, the band absolutely blew us away and a month later were still getting compliments from our guests. Can not recommend ROM enough I guarantee you wont be disappointed.

Madeleine Toups

Oct 21, 2021 Report

Ring of Music is definitely your wedding band! Their talent was palpable and they kept everyone dancing the entire night - truly, the dance floor was not empty once. They did a great job with breaks with the DJ and Andrea was a great MC and organized our special dances without any concerns or issues. They also worked really well with our wedding coordinator.

Jessica Nielsen

Oct 08, 2021 Report

Ring of Music is a phenomenal group to work with in every way! My husband and I hired Ring of Music for our September 2021 wedding and we couldnt have been happier. From the very beginning of the process, and it was a long one, with four date changes due to Covid. Matt blew us away with his endless flexibility, understanding, clear passion for music, detailed questions and genuine interest in getting to know us as a couple and really understanding what we wanted for our wedding. Simply by discussing a few songs we liked Matt was able to make numerous suggestions on specific instruments that

Heather Miller

Sep 06, 2021 Report

I highly recommend Ring of Music for your next event! From my initial phone call, Matt could not have been more positive, organized and enthusiastic to get thing rolling for my fathers 100th Milestone Birthday! My dad is a young 100 and he, my mom and all the guests appreciated hearing all of his favorites from the 40s jazz era. We arranged for a trio with band leader Dave Gordon, accompanied by a bass player and drummer to play during our cocktail hour. They really set the tone for the rest of the party! All three were amazingly talented, professional, punctual kind, and genuinely so excited

Emily Stent

Aug 18, 2021 Report

Matt and his team were phenomenal to work with! They were incredibly flexible and helped us choose music that would work well for our ceremony/cocktail hour so it flowed together seamlessly. The musicians were incredibly talented, and I would recommend anyone to use Matt and his team for their wedding.