The Dan Hayes Orchestra is one of Chicago's most exciting party bands electrifying audiences for 20 years. Playing approximately 150 events annually they perform for weddings, corporate parties, national and state associations, conventions and galas. We have 3,000 satisfied clients to prove it!

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 enitre 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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Recent Kudos & Compliments...

Performance Date: Sunday, November 19, 2011

Choosing Dan Hayes Orchestra as our wedding band was he single best decision we made for our entire wedding. DHO is extremely talented, professional and experienced. They played every genre of music and read the crowd perfectly to determine each song. Our guests were jumping and doing the love train and fist pumping and grooving for hours! DHO even had the grandmas up and dancing! People are still RANTING and RAVING about our wedding band, saying DHO is the best band they've ever heard. I wish I could get married again today so that DHO could play for us again! From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU DAN HAYES ORCHESTRA!

Jennafer Birne & Scott Ottenheimer

Performance Date: Sunday, October 30, 2011

Hi Dan: I have to tell you how fabulous, phenomenal, over the top, you were for our wedding on Sunday. We had the best time...and I can't tell how many people have called to tell us how wonderful your band was, and how terrific the choice of music was. You made the party, and every body had a great time. We look forward to seeing you again at another event.

Lisa & Mark Karsen

Performance Date: Saturday, August 27, 2011

We just had the Dan Hayes Orchestra play at our daughter's wedding and they were fabulous! They played everything from Tony Bennett to Lady Gaga, Motown to Bon Jovi and everything in between. The dance floor was rockin' from start to finish and everyone had a great time. Her wedding had wonderful food, beautiful flowers and lovely service; however, it was the band that everyone commented on. I have 2 more daughters getting married and I will be relieved to know that this important part of the reception will be taken care of by Dan Hayes & his orchestra! Thanks Dan and Co!

Kathy & Dave Olsen

Performance Date: Saturday, July 9, 2011

The Dan Hayes Orchestra made my wedding the best dance party EVER! My husband and I crashed a number of weddings, standing in the corner, checking out bands....When we checked out DHO, we were dragged on the dance floor by the guests. We danced the night away and were in the wedding pics! They do an amazing job of playing oldies and I would have never have guessed would keep people on the floor all night! One f my 60 year old guests had so much fun she said "I'm taking out a life insurance policy to have the DHO play when I die....We're going to call it The After Party!" Dan, my regret is not having a videographer. You guys were amazing. Thank you.

Nicole Maniatis & Mike Cooper

Performance Date: Saturday, May 28, 2011

How do I describe to you the evening you created for Jamie and Matt's wedding?! It was the most wonderful wedding anyone has been to. I can't even field all of the calls and emails. Unanimously, each call includes "perfect". You are part of that perfect. Everyone has raved about you. It's true that you were amazing and worthy of the awe. Thank you a million for your talent, spirit, commitment and care. It was exactly the evening Jay & I hoped for.

Laurie & Jay Josephson