Chicago live music entertainment - Chicago Wedding Orchestra
The Dan Hayes Orchestra is one of Chicago's most exciting wedding bands electrifying audiences since 1982. Playing approximately 150 events annually.

Dan Hayes is a very dynamic singer/musician/performer, who leads this very talented organization with an enthusiasm which is contagious. This spark is seen in every one of the outstanding singers and musicians as they perform at an incredibly high level, energizing their audiences, and filling the dance floor. Whether playing Big Band, Motown, R & B, Rock n' Roll, Disco, or Contemporary hits, this incomparable band of proven pros will make every event an extravaganza! Marvel at the incredible credentials of the individuals that make up the Dan Hayes orchestra in "about the band" section of this website.

The Dan Hayes Orchestra ranges in size from 9 - 18 pieces! As a 13 piece, the excitement begins with 5 dynamic singers up front, who are in constant motion the entire event!! Every performer has a unique voice, crafting every vocal performance to be reminiscent of the original performer, and then adding their own distinctive style. Every selection is seasoned with all the beautiful background harmonies from the remaining 4 singers to create that full, professional, potent sound! See the comments from previous clients about the stage presence of the Dan Hayes orchestra's "front line".

When Dan Hayes picked his musicians, (8 have been in the band for 15 - 20 years), he was looking for great players who love to perform and give it 100%, every night. There is a difference! When your guests see a band playing at a very high level, interacting with the crowd, that enthusiasm becomes contagious. When the trumpets players are dancing with the guests, or the guitar player is leading a conga line, or the sax player skids across the floor to play a hot solo, your guests take notice and get caught up in the fun.

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The Gold Coast Orchestra
The Night Shift Orchestra

Among other cities, Dan Hayes Orchestra may serve the following areas: Chicago, Rockford, Carol Stream, Schaumburg, Aurora, Palatine, Evanston, Joliet, Naperville, Des Plaines, Elgin, Hinsdale, Loves Park, Oak Park, Bensenville, Arlington Heights, Crystal Lake, Melrose Park, Waukegan, Barrington, Bloomingdale, Bolingbrook, Chicago Heights, Downers Grove, Elk Grove Village, Fox Valley, Glen Ellyn, Libertyville, McHenry, North Chicago