Business Details
We are Cagen Music, a nationally renowned music agency based in Chicago. With 25 years of event planning experience, we consistently deliver awardwinning live music for weddings, corporate parties, and galas. Our portfolio includes more than 4,000 Chicago weddings and hundreds of events nationwide. We specialize in destination weddings, providing onceinalifetime performances that honor each couples unique vision. Our custom shows feature singers, dancers, actors, costumes, and choreography for highprofile clients such as BASF, Mercedes Benz, and Hilton International. We have performed alongside international superstars at the Presidential Inaugural Ball in Washington, DC.
Our teams blend contemporary hits with classic favorites to create dynamic, crowdpleasing sets that keep guests dancing. We prioritize meticulous coordination, transparent communication, and creative problemsolving to ensure flawless execution. Client satisfaction is our cornerstone; we tailor every detail to reflect the events tone and objectives. Our reputation is built on professionalism, reliability, and the ability to adapt to evolving musical trends. We look forward to transforming your special occasion into an unforgettable experience.
Our teams blend contemporary hits with classic favorites to create dynamic, crowdpleasing sets that keep guests dancing. We prioritize meticulous coordination, transparent communication, and creative problemsolving to ensure flawless execution. Client satisfaction is our cornerstone; we tailor every detail to reflect the events tone and objectives. Our reputation is built on professionalism, reliability, and the ability to adapt to evolving musical trends. We look forward to transforming your special occasion into an unforgettable experience.
Highlights and features
- We have 25 years of event planning expertise.
- We have produced music for over 4,000 Chicago weddings.
- We create custom shows for global brands like Mercedes Benz.
- We have performed at the Presidential Inaugural Ball.
- We deliver awardwinning live music and DJ sets.
Services
Wedding Music
Our Wedding Music service provides tailored ensembles with personalized arrangements for nuptial celebrations, ranging from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions. We specialize in destination weddings, delivering onceinalifetime performances for couples worldwide. Clients experience flawless coordination, expert musicianship, and unforgettable memories that last a lifetime.
Concerts & Festivals
Our Concerts & Festivals service curates largescale musical events for local, national, and international audiences. We collaborate with clubs, venues, and corporate partners to design immersive lineups featuring bands, DJs, and specialty acts. Attendees enjoy highenergy performances, seamless production, and lasting engagement.
Galas Entertainment
Our Galas Entertainment service offers bespoke performances for charitable, corporate, and social galas. We have staged events for organizations such as Children in Crisis and the Museum of Science and Industry. Clients receive polished acts, dynamic choreography, and a memorable atmosphere that enhances their events prestige.
Custom Shows
Our Custom Shows service creates unique theatrical experiences that blend singers, dancers, actors, costumes, and choreography. We have produced shows for companies such as BASF, Mercedes Benz, and Hilton International. The result is a tailored narrative that captivates audiences and elevates brand perception.
Cocktail & Dinner Music
Our Cocktail & Dinner Music service provides sophisticated, lowvolume playlists that set the perfect ambience for business and social gatherings. We customize selections to match your events theme, from contemporary classics to worldfamous hits. Attendees enjoy seamless musical flow that complements conversation and enhances networking.
Reviews (7)
Holly O'Brien
Dec 24, 2021
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Cagen Music was absolutely amazing to work with! We had the Don Cagen Orchestra perform at our wedding in November and ALL of our guests are still raving that this was the best wedding band they have ever heard! Working with Don and Becky was also a seamless process. We moved our wedding once due to COVID and they were so flexible and easy to work with on this. The dance floor was packed all night and everyone truly had a blast thanks to Don and his incredibly talented band! We are so grateful we decided to work with them and would highly recommend to anyone looking for an excellent band with awesome people!
Katie Broenneke
Dec 09, 2021
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Look no further for your wedding music needs. Cagen Music is exactly what you're looking for! Our wedding was in September, and our 200+ guests are STILL telling us: "Your band was amazing!", "That band was the best band I've ever heard at a wedding", "Your wedding was so fun, and that band?! Fantastic." I wish our guests had paid attention to all the details that well! Honestly though, Cagen Music deserves every recognition.
After having to reschedule multiple times due to Covid, we really wanted to dance the night away with our friends and family. They made sure our guests stayed on the dance floor all night long with a wide variety of songs. I'd even go so far as to say our first dance song sounded better than the original! Definitely choose Cagen Music for your next event, you won't be disappointed!
After having to reschedule multiple times due to Covid, we really wanted to dance the night away with our friends and family. They made sure our guests stayed on the dance floor all night long with a wide variety of songs. I'd even go so far as to say our first dance song sounded better than the original! Definitely choose Cagen Music for your next event, you won't be disappointed!
Derek Easttom
Mar 25, 2020
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Incognito played at my wedding recently, and without a doubt, it was the best wedding band I've ever heard, and I'm so glad that the wedding they were at was mine. People sang along and danced all night long. They guided the timeline of events along expertly, and throughout the planning process Becky Cagen was a joy to work with. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Kate S.
Jul 31, 2019
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The musicians were great to work with and did a fabulous job. We did a package with CagenMusic that allowed for us to have a jazz trio during the ceremony and cocktail hour and a DJ for the reception thereafter. They showed up early, they were professional, and they played great music-- we couldn't ask for more! The DJ really listened to what we wanted (and didn't want) and he checked in with us throughout the reception to make sure everything was to our liking.
He was so nice! Our only complaint was that administrative process was a bit unorganized in the month leading up to the wedding. While they were very kind throughout the process, I would recommend being the one to reach out if you have questions. Overall, a great experience!
He was so nice! Our only complaint was that administrative process was a bit unorganized in the month leading up to the wedding. While they were very kind throughout the process, I would recommend being the one to reach out if you have questions. Overall, a great experience!
Ay
Jun 26, 2019
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The Don Cagen orchestra always looks elegant, professional, and sounds awesome! I've attended more than a couple of weddings where I've been awed by the magical experience that they create for the event. I highly recommend them for weddings and any event where live music is an option!
Gina Uhrich
Feb 16, 2019
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The Don Cagen Orchestra played at our wedding at the end of August in 2018 and were fantastic! The band was one of my favorite parts of the wedding and we received a ton of compliments from our guests! All guests (young and old) packed the dance floor all night! My husband and I are University of Michigan grads and they surprised us by playing the fight song. I also used them for the instrumentation for the ceremony and cocktail hour. They were super helpful in making song suggestions for our ceremony and enhanced the instrumentation for our first dance - making them extra memorable!
The Fresh Plan
Nov 07, 2018
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Our daughter's wedding was this past weekend and we couldn't have been happier with Don Cagen and his band. They were phenomenal, the music was amazing but even better than that they really made it a party! The flow of the night is generally dictated by the band and to say they "killed it" would be a gross understatement. I can't tell you how many people came up to us to tell us how much fun they had and how when the night came to end, they were shocked because they had so much fun and never even looked at their watches and couldn't believe what time it was. Guests of ours that said they rarely dance at weddings told us they were up dancing the entire night and barely even ate! It was an incredible party and far exceeded my wildest dreams. Thank you, Don & Becky!
