Discover Toronto's Best Party Band
What’s the key to an unforgettable celebration? Music makes the party! Take your event to the next level with the Dave Murphy Band. Using a combination of stellar musicianship, professional experience and a massive repertoire of your favourite songs, we make sure every guest has the time of their lives.
Our Story
About the Dave Murphy Band
For well over a decade the band has performed more than 3,000 shows.
Playing an incredible variety of hits and styles, the band specializes in getting audiences of diverse ages and tastes to dance all night long.
For a talented, fun and professional band that will turn your event into a party that no one will forget, look no further than the Dave Murphy Band.
Simply the Best
It’s All About the Music
Great music at your event means that for years to come your guests will have wonderful memories of an amazing night of live music, fun and dancing! Many entertainment providers use a large pool of various bands and musicians interchangeably, but having a professional, incredibly experienced band that plays together all the time makes all the difference! Our repertoire contains well over a thousand songs of every genre from yesterday’s classics to today’s hits, which means this is the one band that everyone will enjoy!
Weddings
If you are planning a wedding, The Dave Murphy Band is the one band your friends and family will both love.
Parties
Learn how the Dave Murphy Band can enliven your party and make it truly special.
Corporate Events
Great entertainment is the key to making your corporate event a total success.
Fundraisers
The band has been an integral part of very successful fundraisers for the Make a Wish Foundation, the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, and many others.
Festivals & Special Events
The band has been an integral part of many major events, including the NHL Awards, the Canadian Curling Championships, the Grey Cup and special performances to honor visits to Canada by both Prince Charles and Queen Elizabeth II.
COVID Events
We are adapting to perform safely at special events during COVID-19 restrictions. We can help with your micro weddings, zoom parties, and micro events!
Weddings
Special Events
Shows
Good Times
Reviews
What People Say
“You guys kept the party going”
“We had an AMAZING night last night because of you… Aaron thinks that choosing your guys was the best decision we made for the wedding!“
Barri and Aaron
“EVERYONE was dancing!”
“We had the most amazing, fun night and much of the reason was because the music was so incredible. “
Danielle and Roy
“You read our crowd perfectly”
“Everyone was dancing all night and that is exactly what we wanted. You made our reception so memorable.“
Steve and Gilian
“You put our minds totally at ease”
“All of our guests were so impressed with your talent, the variety of music and your professionalism. It was a pleasure dealing with you from start to finish.”
Sara and Calum
Clients and Venues
Our Venues
Some of the many venues we regularly perform at include…
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Our Clients
Just a few of our many happy clients include…
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Don’t Miss Out
Our News And Events
Playing live is the specialty of the Dave Murphy Band, and no two shows are ever the same, so please come to see us again and again!
Dock Gig!
Remembering when we could get together in the sunshine!
Livestream Show
What can cure the COVID blues? A livestream show from The Dave Murphy Band!
Goodbye 2020!
We’re thrilled to announce our good friends at Mulligan’s Pub & Grill have secured all the necessary permissions for our band to perform a livestream concert on New Year’s Eve between 10 pm and midnight.
Photos
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Meet the band!
Our six piece line up complete with horns. From the left it’s Dan, Tony, Dave, Mike, Peter and Jim.
With the Late, Great Jeff Healey
First Dance
At The Old Mill in Toronto. The band performs over 50 weddings every year.
Nobody plays it like Jimmy!
Up close and personal with our fabulous sax man Jim Lawlis live at The Orbit Room.
Questions?
We have put together some of the most commonly asked questions.
If you don’t see your question, please get in touch!
Join the Band
Are you a karaoke queen?
Do you rock out on guitar or drums?
Make your event truly unforgettable by performing live with the band!