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Bialek's Music has been the life of the party for 45 years in the Washington Metropolitan area. From Bands to DJ's, Soloists to Ensembles, we've got what it takes to make your event the talk of the town! We even have photo booths and uplighting to complete your experience. No matter what you need to make your event special, we've got you covered!

Each year, Bialek's Music books over 2,000 weddings and other functions, throughout Maryland, Virginia & Washington, D.C. In addition, we have affiliations with 20 other agencies from the east coast to the mid-west. All acts can be viewed on our website, bialeksmusic.com, for client convenience.

  • Washingtonian Magazine #1 Talent Agency for 23 years in a row
  • Wedding Wire Couple's Choice Award (2009-2024)
  • The Knot Best Of Weddings Award (2006-2024)
  • NACE DC Chapter Sponsor of the Year (2019)

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the average price for a wedding reception during peak season?

$5,000 - $8,000

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$375

What is the starting price for wedding DJ services?

$650

Which of the following event rental services to you provide?

Clean Up
Delivery
Setup

What is the starting price for a photo booth package?

$600

What is the average price for a wedding reception during off-peak season?

$3,000 - $6,000

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$900

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
MC
Microphones
Sound/PA System

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Dance Floor
Drapery
Lights
Photo booth

Which of the following does your starting price include?

Backdrop(s)
CD/DVD of Images
Prints
Props
Social Media Integration

Which of the following are included in the price?

Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$650

What is the price of your most popular photo booth package?

$750

What is the price of your popular wedding package?

$4,855

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Acapella
Choir
Brass - Trio
Brass - Quartet
Brass - Quintet
Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Orchestra
String - Trio
String - Quartet
String - Quintet
Soloist / Vocalist

What is included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones

Which of the following does your most popular package include?

Backdrop(s)
CD/DVD of Images
Prints
Props
Social Media Integration

Which of the following are included in the package?

Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$100

What photo booth items are available?

Backdrop(s)
CD/DVD of Images
Prints
Props
Social Media Integration

Are you an agency or a band?

Agency

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Flute
Guitar
Harp
Organ
Piano
Trumpet
Saxophone
Viola
Violin

What music genres do you specialize in?

Christian
Club
Country
Electronic
Hip Hop
Indie
International
Jazz
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40
South Asian

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

What services do you offer?

Bilingual MC
Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Karaoke
Liability Insurance
MC
One Event Per Day
Video Projection

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Big Band
Blues
Caribbean
Classic Rock
Classical
Country
Dance
Folk
Funk
Gospel
Hip Hop
International
Jazz
Latin
Motown
Oldies
Orchestra
Pop
Punk Rock
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock
Strings
Swing

What additional equipment do you offer?

Disco Ball
Flat Screen
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

What music services do you provide?

Bilingual MC
Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Karaoke Services
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

Which of the following services do your prices include?

Clean Up
Delivery
Setup

What items are available?

Disco Ball
Fog Machine
Gobo Projector
Lighting
Microphones
Projector
Sound/PA System
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4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
1,654 Reviews
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93% Recommended by couples
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Melissa P. Sent on 03/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

We did their discount package which assigns an available DJ to our wedding close to the wedding day. We didn't hear from our DJ (Austell/Alpha Sonic) until 6 days before the wedding (not sure if that is normal timing?) and I wasn't able to hop on a call with him until 2 days later, but despite the short timeframe, we were really happy with how the music turned out throughout the whole day. We provided Austell with a playlist of songs we wanted for our ceremony/cocktail hour/dance/etc and he listened and played everything we requested. He was able to offer suggestions and answer my questions, as well as tailor our dance music based on our guests and vibes. He realized during our reception that we hadn't picked any song for our cake cutting and quickly came up to us to figure out a song we could play. We appreciate the overall flexibility he offered as well - we made multiple last-minute changes to songs (reception entrances and father/daughter dance) and they were all made seamlessly.
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Malia Sent on 03/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

We got to work with DJ Mark Dennis for our wedding and we really lucked out! He is a true professional and his experience showed. Everyone had a great time and even people I did not expect would dance, ended up on the dance floor! He listened to us when we outlined our favorite music and several people commented on the great playlist. A great DJ is a must for your wedding, and we really found that here!
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Jennifer J. Sent on 03/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our guests loved DJ Welvin!

We know what music we like to listen to, and DJ Welvin helped us build an indie rock playlist that our guests could dance to! DJ Welvin is good at his craft but also great at making sure his couples feel represented by the music. He had the smoothest transition between the most eclectic songs (including the anime opening themes we requested lol). We had a blast working with him!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Real Weddings

Ken & Valen
63 photos · 11/04/2023
Dexter & Stephenie
23 photos · 11/13/2018
Dennis & Joanna
34 photos · 09/02/2018
Ryan & Casey
30 photos · 09/06/2015
Kingston & Laura
39 photos · 10/13/2014

Team

Ray Bialek
Ray Bialek
CEO

Bialek's Music was born in on July 11 1978, in my parents house in Silver Spring MD with a two-line phone, a copy machine, a typewriter, and a videocassette player that could show bands to clients, plus audio cassettes to be mailed out.

Today Bialek's Music is 42 years old, with an office in Rockville Md. and a leader in the industry for bands, DJ's, strings, photo booths, lighting and a variety of entertainment. It's a family business with daughter robin as General Manager and part owner and wife Rickie as secretary/treasurer., along with an additional 4 support staff.

The company books around 2,000 events per year from weddings, corporate events, and Bar Mitzvahs to openings of The New Spy Museum and The New Bethesda Hotel. I am proud that we also give back to the special events industry as I currently serve on the board of SESMA, and was President of ILEA from 1999-2000 and have been a member of NACE since 1989.

Dominick Petrellese
Dominick Petrellese
Talent Agent Manager, Musician

Originally from New Jersey, Dominick began working as a guitarist for Bialek's Music in 2017 and joined the team as a full-time talent agent one year later in 2018. After receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Professional Music from Berklee College of Music, he went on to work as a music director for Royal Caribbean Cruises. There, he had the opportunity to travel to more than 40 countries around the globe while working as a bandleader, arranger, and music program manager. Most recently, Dominick has lived in Washington DC and has adhered to a busy schedule as a guitarist, bandleader, and talent agent manager with Bialek's Music. Outside of his work in the music and events industries, Dominick also enjoys chess, poker, and the great outdoors. He looks forward to hearing about your next event and assisting with all of your entertainment needs!

Chris Bruno
Chris Bruno
Webmaster, Musician, Photographer, Videographer

Chris has worked with Bialek's music since 2017 and came on in 2019 as Webmaster and digital communications manager. He loves working in all aspects of the business including, photography, videography, and as a musician.

Chris is a singer, songwriter, and guitar player from the Washington D.C. area, with over 20 years experience playing over 2,000 events during that time. Chris has spent many years with the Lloyd Dobler Effect, and now the Capital Effect, as well as performing solo, duo, and jazz shows in 37 states, and 13 countries.

Being a part of the Bialek's team means working with the best people in the event industry every day while being a part of a family company that cares about what they do and who they work with.

Professional Network & Endorsements

52 Endorsements
Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles Hotel Weddings

Ray Bialek and his team are excellent to deal with. They are very professional and always try to accommodate our guests requests. They offer a variety of entertainment needs for all occasions. You can rely on their services to enhance any of your special events.

By Jacqui Photography By Jacqui Photography Wedding Photographers

Always an amazing party when Bialek's team is rocking out. There is a variety of musicians for every taste and budget. Really a great team!

Exclusive Waterfront Estate Exclusive Waterfront Estate Mansion Weddings

Ray and Robin are the best! They take care of my clients every event they attend. They always send the best musicians in the field and just what the client is looking for in entertainment. Thanks guys for your dedicated service and for making me look like a rock star!!

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