About this vendor
The Anthony Kawalkowski Orchestra is one of the premier ensembles for special events in Chicago and the Midwest. What makes the “AKO” experience unique? From the moment the music starts, your guests will be out on the dance floor from start to finish. Tony and his staff work to create an experience
Details
Music Genres
- Classical
- Country
- Dance
- Disco
- Pop
- R&B
Music Services
- Live Music
- MC Services
Wedding Activities
- Wedding
- Ceremony
Reviews
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5
out of 5.02 reviews
Tony K was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! He played for our ceremony along side the church’s pianist & we also had him play for our reception (cocktail hour and...
dinner, along side his partner pianist on the keyboard Bobby Schiff!) They were seriously one hell of a duo, Tony entertains the guests with all the best songs (new and old) and Bobby listens to what he is playing and jumps right in on the keyboard. It’s incredible. These are old school, classically trained, tux wearing musicians, they’ve done it all and played it all, seriously, people are still talking about how great they were❤️ Call Tony!
This 9-piece orchestra is based out of Chicago, and they made our reception classy and fun. We liked the variety of music they play- everything from classic, contemporary, polkas, ...
and much more (ask Tony for a song list). And if a song you would like isn't on their list , they will write an arrangement for you (with enough notice, of course). They arranged "You're My Inspiration" by Chicago for our first dance, and it sounded just like the real thing. During dinner a smaller ensemble accompanies Tony while he goes around to each guest table and plays a song of their request on his violin. Our guests raved about how much they enjoyed this (even my husband's friends, who don't usually go for his type of music). And there were always people on the dance floor during the dance portion. Tony was easy and flexible to work with (and we hadn't even met in person before the wedding). It is a bit pricey, but the quality is worth it. They truly made our reception the great party that it was.
Contact
5833 N Linder, Chicago, IL
The Anthony Kawalkowski Orchestra