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    100% Live • 1–12 Piece Custom Ensembles

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    Custom live music, DJs, and event entertainment for celebrations in St. Louis, Omaha, Sioux Falls, and destination events.

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    “The Toast did my daughter Anna's wedding ...I was absolutely amazed. you gave her the greatest wedding reception ever...thank you!”

    — Brandon Hegge

    Why Toast

    Professionalism You Can Feel

    The Toast isn't just a band — it's a full entertainment experience built on live musicianship, custom playlists, and stress-free planning. We read the room, keep the timeline on track, and fill the dance floor.

    Professional MC
    Packed Dance Floors
    Custom Playlists
    We Learn Your Songs
    Stress-Free Planning
    100% Live Music

    Est. Excellence

    Trusted by Premier Venues

    From historic ballrooms to exclusive country club celebrations, The Toast brings flawless acoustics, professional sound staging, and high-energy performance to top-tier spaces.

    Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha, NE
    Omaha, NE

    Joslyn Art Museum

    Grand atrium acoustics, architectural galas, and artful receptions.

    Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, MO
    St. Louis, MO

    Missouri Botanical Garden

    Daylit courtyard galas, garden ceremonies, and evening receptions.

    The Farnam Hotel in Omaha, NE
    Omaha, NE

    The Farnam Hotel

    Boutique downtown luxury & energetic night galas.

    NOMA in Omaha, NE
    Omaha, NE

    NOMA

    Sophisticated jazz ensembles & cocktail hours.

    The Leo Ballroom in Omaha, NE
    Omaha, NE

    The Leo Ballroom

    Historic elegance with high-energy 12-piece brass performances.

    St. Louis Club in St. Louis, MO
    St. Louis, MO

    St. Louis Club

    Exclusive destination celebrations and high-society weddings.

    Jewell on Capitol in Omaha, NE
    Omaha, NE

    Jewell on Capitol

    Downtown live-music lounge for jazz, cocktails, and weekend sets.

    The Barn at Ackerhurst Dairy Farm in Omaha, NE
    Omaha, NE

    The Barn at Ackerhurst Dairy Farm

    Ackerhurst Dairy Farm barn venue for weddings and events.

    Omaha Country Club in Omaha, NE
    Omaha, NE

    Omaha Country Club

    Premier golf clubhouse ballrooms, manicured lawns, and elegant celebrations.

    5.0 / 5.0

    30+ Verified Client Reviews

    "Andrew was consistently professional, timely, and overall amazing to work with."

    — Luke P.

    Planning & Communication

    The Knot — 2025

    "They had people out on the dance floor..."

    — Grant M.

    Musicianship & Dance Floor

    WeddingWire

    "Andrew was a pleasure to work with during the planning process."

    — Morgan S.

    Customization & Coordination

    The Knot — 2023

    5.0Average Review Rating
    30+Verified Reviews
    500+Song Library
    1–12Piece Scalable Ensembles
    World-Class MusiciansEasy to Work WithCustom Music for Your CelebrationSeamless Venue CoordinationA Packed Dance FloorProfessional From Start to Finish
    Customized Ensembles

    Find Your Perfect Entertainment Experience

    We curate handcrafted live music experiences designed specifically for your event scale, acoustic needs, and aesthetic vision.

    Boutique Live Bands

    Our flagship ensemble featuring dynamic lead vocalists, horn section, rhythm section, and boundless stage energy. Designed to keep luxury dance floors packed from the first note to the final encore.

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    Symphony Strings

    Breathtaking string ensembles comprised of symphony violinists, violists, & cellists. From timeless Bach and Vivaldi processionals to modern pop covers (IE: Bridgerton & Vitamin String Quartet) our string musicians bring high-society elegance to any ceremony or upscale reception.

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    Jazz Combos & Cocktail Ensembles

    Sophisticated jazz for cocktail hours, VIP dinners, and corporate networking galas. Featuring piano or guitar, upright bass, drums, and choice of horn performing Great American Songbook standards and contemporary lounge re-imaginations.

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    High-Energy Reception Bands

    Compact powerhouse options for venues with space considerations that still demand big sound and interactive crowd involvement. Fully customizable set lists tailored to your guests' favorite dance eras.

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    Live DJs

    A professional DJ performing live on club-grade equipment — reading the room and keeping the floor full.

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    DJ + Live Music

    The best of both worlds — seamless DJ sets blended with live musicians for nonstop energy.

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    Corporate Entertainment

    Sophisticated dinner sets to full dance floor, tailored to your company culture and guests.

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    Full-Service Event Production

    Turnkey ceremony audio, professional sound equipment, stage lighting, and professional MC duties.

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    Photography & Videography

    High-end visual storytelling and cinematic wedding films capturing every authentic moment.

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    Galas & Receptions

    Corporate Events & Private Parties

    From awards events and charity fundraisers to holiday parties and milestone birthdays, The Toast reads the room — transitioning seamlessly from a sophisticated jazz trio through dinner to a full high-energy band when it's time to celebrate.

    • Tailored setlists to match your corporate culture & audience
    • Turnkey sound, stage lighting, and professional audio equipment included
    • Punctual, professional, and fully insured for major venues
    100% Live Audio

    See & Hear The Toast

    Real performances. No studio over-dubbing. Watch our musicians perform live at premier venues across our markets and at destination events.

    The Toast — Live Performance Film
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    Full Band Experience

    The Toast — Live Performance Film

    Symphony String Trio at The Cottonwood Hotel
    Elegant Ceremony & Cocktails

    Symphony String Trio at The Cottonwood Hotel

    The Toast Band - 5-Piece Live
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    Live Performance

    The Toast Band - 5-Piece Live

    Shout — 4-Piece Band at The Barn at Ackerhurst
    High-Energy Reception

    Shout — 4-Piece Band at The Barn at Ackerhurst

    Complete the Experience

    Capture Every Moment

    Enhance your celebration with photography and videography designed to live seamlessly alongside The Toast's live music experience.

    From the Celebration

    A Smooth Night, Every Time

    "The process was smooth from booking to the day of the wedding. Everyone had such a good time — the atmosphere just would not have been the same without The Toast!"

    — Craig B.

    Wedding Celebration

    Stress-Free Process

    How Booking Works

    From your initial date inquiry to the final encore of your event, we handle all logistics with ease.

    01

    Check Your Date

    Submit your event date and venue details in under 2 minutes.

    02

    Free Consultation

    Speak with The Toast team about your vision, ensemble size and timeline.

    03

    Custom Proposal

    Receive a transparent proposal tailored to your venue & ensemble budget.

    04

    Lock Your Date

    Reserve your date with a simple deposit & written agreement.

    05

    Planning Call

    We finalize set lists, learn your custom songs, and coordinate with your venue.

    06

    We Perform

    We coordinate with your venue, learn your songs, and rock the house.

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    Experience The Toast in Person

    Public performances let you feel the musicianship, energy, and personality before you book. Every private event is then curated around your own venue, audience, timeline, and vision.

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    Everything You Need To Know

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    Reserve Your Date

    Ready to fill your dance floor? Check your date.

    Weekend dates often fill 9–12 months in advance. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

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