Wedding Reception Music Toronto
Cocktails, Dinner, Then a Dance Floor That Stays Full
- 500+ Five-Star Reviews
- Performed with Stevie Wonder and Ed Sheeran
- 2,000+ Weddings Since 2009
- Degree-Qualified Musicians
World-Class Musicians. Unforgettable Weddings.
- Stevie Wonder
- Ed Sheeran
- Justin Timberlake
- Michael Bublé
- Daft Punk
- Meghan Trainor
- Pat Benatar
- Il Divo
- Lionel Richie
- Paul McCartney (The Beatles)
Many Red Soda musicians have performed on some of the world’s biggest stages alongside internationally renowned artists. Today, they bring that same experience, professionalism and passion to weddings and events across Toronto.
Why Couples Choose Red Soda for Their Toronto Wedding Reception
Since 2009, we've played celebrations full of laughs, guests singing every word and dance floors still full when the venue turns the lights on.
The night builds. Relaxed over cocktails, warm through dinner, then the first chorus of the first set and every generation is up at once. It looks effortless. It isn't: it's the right song at the right second, and we've played enough weddings to know which one.
Every wedding is unique. The brief is always the same.
Pack the dance floor.
Why Live Wedding Reception Music Feels Different
A playlist can't read the room. We can. We know when to pull the energy back, when to lift it, and which song sends everyone rushing to the floor.
Cocktails Acoustic pop, soul and jazz-inspired favourites while your guests mingle.
Reception Entrance Big song, big smiles, the whole room clapping. It sets the tone for the night.
Dinner Familiar songs from across the decades, warm but never drowning out the conversation.
Your First Dance At Last (Etta James), Best Part (Daniel Caesar & H.E.R.), Lover (Taylor Swift) or a song that's only yours. We'll nail it.
The Dance Floor Friends singing together. The uncle who swore he wouldn't dance, front and centre.
Wedding Reception Music Options
Start with the singers you love, then bring your cocktails, dinner and dance floor to life.
Need a starting point? Here are three popular reception ideas.
| Idea | Music | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Intimate Gathering | Background music: Acoustic Singer · Dance floor: One-Piece DJ Combo | An Acoustic Singer for cocktails and dinner, then a DJ for the dance floor. Perfect for intimate Toronto receptions of 20 to 80 guests. |
| Crowd of 100 | Background music: Acoustic Vocal Duo · Dance floor: Five-Piece Band | An Acoustic Vocal Duo for a warm early evening, then a Five-Piece Band for the dance floor. Perfect for receptions of 80 to 120 guests. |
| Grand Celebration | Background music: Acoustic Vocal Duo · Dance floor: Eight-Piece Band | An Acoustic Vocal Duo for cocktails and dinner, then a full Eight-Piece Band. Perfect for big celebrations of 120 to 300+ guests. |
These are just a few ideas. Build your own night in the Package Builder.
World-Class Musicians. Unforgettable Weddings
We've played weddings together for years, so we know which song gets the whole room up and which one keeps them there.
Some of us have performed with Stevie Wonder and Ed Sheeran, and we bring all of that to every wedding we play.
Wedding Reception Music Packages and Pricing Toronto
Some couples want a singer for cocktails and a DJ for the dance floor. Others want a full Nine-Piece Band with sax, trumpet and trombone. Watch real performances in the Package Builder and hear what each band size adds to your night.
Here's where most reception packages start:
| Package | Typical investment (CAD, incl. HST) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic Singer or Acoustic Vocal Duo | From approx $2,290 | Cocktails, dinner music and intimate receptions with a warm feel |
| Three to Four-Piece Band | From approx $3,750 | The energy of a live band in a smaller footprint |
| Five to Six-Piece Band | From approx $5,650 | Packed dance floors, a bigger sound, male and female vocals |
| Seven to Nine-Piece Band | From approx $7,900 | Big celebrations, horns and maximum dance floor energy |
| DJ and Live Music Combo | From approx $2,500 | Live music for the key moments, then a DJ for dancing |
All prices include HST. Prices vary with your line-up, your venue and extras like an MC.
Why Red Soda Band Is Toronto's Wedding Reception Music Choice
World-Class Musicians We've studied at the Glenn Gould School, Humber College, Berklee and Juilliard, and some of us have played with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
Real Band Chemistry We've spent years playing together as friends, and you can feel it when the floor is packed.
Wedding Specialists Grand entrances, speeches, first dances, the last song. We know the flow of the night.
A Team That's Here When You Need Us Your Band Manager answers the phone and your emails. One less thing to worry about.
Trusted by Toronto Couples 5.0 stars from 90+ Google reviews.
Toronto Wedding Reception Venues We Travel To
We play receptions across Toronto, the GTA and Ontario, and we fit beautifully into almost any room, stage or no stage.
Toronto reception venues we travel to: Casa Loma | Art Gallery of Ontario | Liberty Grand | Fermenting Cellar | Archeo | Palais Royale | Artscape Gibraltar Point | Royal Ontario Museum | Hart House | Evergreen Brick Works | Graydon Hall Manor | Adamson Estate | The Doctor's House | Angus Glen Golf Club
We also play receptions in Muskoka cottage country and Niagara wine country.
Watch Our Live Wedding Reception Band in Action
See exactly what you're getting before you book. Over 30 hours of video in the Package Builder: different singers, songs and band sizes. Note the ones that give you goosebumps.
Ready to dive in?
Toronto’s best wedding singers are waiting to rock your dance floor
Use our music package builder to start planning your wedding music and get an instant quote.
We come highly recommended
COUPLES SAY THE DANCE FLOOR WAS PACKED FROM THE FIRST SONG TO THE LAST
“Best decision we ever made was to hire a live band for our wedding reception, and Red Soda delivered! The band was so talented and so professional. The entire evening was so much fun, and all my guests had a blast.”
Ana
Customize Your Wedding Reception Package
Have a first dance song in mind? If it's not already in our repertoire, we'll learn it and play it live. Couples tell us we nailed it.
The Package Builder has more than 100 reception combinations, all with real performance videos, and your Band Manager is always happy to guide you.
Contact Red Soda Band Toronto
Red Soda Band - TorontoPhone: (647) 694 0999
Service areas: Toronto, the Toronto Islands, North York, Etobicoke, Scarborough, Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Oakville, the wider GTA and Ontario.
Wedding Reception Music Toronto – Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding reception band cost in Toronto?
Reception music starts from $2,500 for a One-Piece DJ Combo, and a live band from $3,750 for a Three-Piece. All prices include HST, and travel within about 30 km of Toronto is included. Every musician you add is one you'll hear: a second singer and sax at five or six pieces, horns from seven. Book your ceremony too and a package discount applies.
What size live band do I need for my Toronto wedding reception?
Choose for your crowd and the energy you want. A Three- or Four-Piece Band suits up to about 100 guests. A Five- or Six-Piece adds a second singer and sax for 80 to 150. A Seven- to Nine-Piece brings horns and a festival feel to big celebrations.
Can I have a live band and a DJ at my Toronto wedding reception?
Yes, and it's one of our most popular setups. Our DJ combos play live music for cocktails, dinner and your first dance, then a DJ takes over, with live sax or electric violin right among your guests. Guests tell us the sax was a huge hit.
How long does live reception music last?
A reception booking runs over five hours, with live music throughout. Between sets, we play our Spotify playlist, or yours, so the room never goes quiet. Your Band Manager will help you plan the timing around your speeches and formalities.
Can you learn our first dance song?
Yes. Choose almost any song and we'll learn it and play it live, so your first dance feels like yours. Send your song choices 8 weeks before the wedding, and your Band Manager will help with anything else you'd like played live on the night.
Do you provide MC services for Toronto receptions?
Yes. Add an MC to the same booking to keep your entrances, speeches and timeline running smoothly, so you can relax and enjoy the night. Your Band Manager will include it in your quote and plan the running order with you.
How far in advance should I book reception music in Toronto?
As soon as your venue is confirmed. Saturday nights are always snapped up first.
We're often booked up to 12 months ahead. If your wedding is sooner, it's still worth asking. Call (647) 694 0999 or send us an inquiry.
Ready to Book Your Toronto Wedding Reception Band?
Find the singers you love. Then picture the floor at midnight.