Dave Murphy Band
Events
Music makes the party.
When it comes to making your event truly special, having great live music is the key. The right band can create an incredible night that your guests will always remember, whereas the wrong band can lead to a night you will quickly want to forget!
The Dave Murphy Band is your best choice because of an unmatched combination of experience, repertoire, professionalism and musicianship. We strive for excellence on a musical and business level in an industry where both are often mutually exclusive. What it means for you is not only a band that performs an incredible range of great music, but a band that has the commitment and knowledge to make your event the best it can possibly be.
Experience
The band has performed for more than a decade, and special events are now the mainstay of our work. The experience of over 3000 performances means that we know exactly what it takes to put on a great show. We have seen it all, and take a great deal of advance preparation to make sure every aspect of your event runs smoothly. Our experience allows us to deal with any unexpected problems so your event runs without a hitch.
We have performed all over southern Ontario, and chances are good we have performed your venue on numerous occasions. Above all, our experience at countless special events has taught us that the key ingredient to an amazing party is a great variety of everyone’s favourite songs.

We Work With You To Create the Perfect Event.
Let’s talk about your special event. Whether it is the full band, trio, duo or solo piano we are the perfect fit.
The letters of thanks we regularly receive from our clients are our very best advertising – read them below in the reviews section.
Repertoire
At all times our goal at your event is to get as many people dancing as possible. The real art in making this happen is not only having all the right songs, but knowing exactly when to play them. Never having a predetermined setlist means that we are able to choose the best song at a moment’s notice based on whatever music your guests are enjoying the most. The band’s enormous repertoire spans all of popular music, from the turn of the century to the current century. Our ability to perform jazz with grace and elegance is matched by our ability to rock without compromise, and play everything in between. The result is that guests of every age and background will get to hear the songs they love.
Professionalism
From the moment you first inquire about the band to the moment that a wonderful show has concluded, we are constantly committed to making sure that every facet of your event is professionally taken care of. A successful event involves a great deal of preparation, and we make sure that all your questions are quickly answered and all arrangements are planned in advance. Every detail is discussed and confirmed, giving you peace of mind that your event will be a great success. We arrive early on the day of your event to fully check our sound system before your guests arrive. We use first rate sound and lighting equipment, and our constant aim is to give you quality sound that is never too loud, but just right for dancing and conversation. Whenever the band is offstage we use our stereo equipment to provide you with music throughout your event, including beautiful background music during cocktails and dinner, as well as dance music during band breaks so that the party continues. When the band hits the stage, we exude energy, fun and personality in addition to all the great music. As your host I’m happy to make announcements for you, and I routinely help out with such optional events as draws, prizes and giveaways in a way that is quick, simple and entertaining.
Musicianship
Even if you have a professional, experienced band playing all the biggest hits, it all means nothing if the songs sound lousy. Great music is the most important aspect of all, and this is where the band truly excels. Our talented musicians perform together constantly, which means that we know our music inside out. And unlike other bands where you often hear far more music than you actually see being performed, we never use computers or backing tracks to artificially enhance our performance. What you always get is great live music, and having first rate musicians means that your favorite songs will always sound just the way you remember them. What enables the band to do such a great job is that we truly love all the different styles of music we play. We are dedicated to our craft, and we are incredibly fortunate to enjoy the most wonderful job imaginable. We love to make music, and it shows; let us show how we can make our music work for you!
Corporate Events
Take your event to the next level with amazing live music. A fun night of great music and dancing helps make for an incredibly successful event!
Birthday Parties
Having a band is a great way to make that birthday extra special. Your friends will really enjoy a fun night of music and dancing to celebrate in style!
Gala Fundraisers
Add at touch of class to your fundraiser with the Dave Murphy Band. Dancing to live music is the perfect activity to follow dinner.
Live Karaoke
Everyone loves it when one of the guests gets up to sing. And the only thing better than karaoke is LIVE karaoke! We put the lyrics on the screen for you so you can perform with the band.

Awards Shows
Why not take your awards show up a notch by having live music stings for all your award winners? We have the experience to provide you with an Oscar-worthy performance!

Theme Parties
This band is so versatile they can play an entire night of whatever theme you can dream up: Eighties party! Disco Night! This possibilities are endless. Check our song list for details.
Christmas Parties
Celebrate the season with live music! We can provide the perfect mix of holiday themed DJ music before the band kicks off the party.
Festivals
This band is a real crowd pleaser with any audience. The band excels in a wide range of genres making them the perfect fit for your music festival.
Solos, Duos, Trios
In addition to our band, we also enliven many events by providing smaller ensembles during cocktails and dinner. In some cases we can even provide a smaller combo for your entire event – check with us!
Dock Parties
Why not bring the party right to your dock? Summertime is a great time to have the band perform up north. Everyone will enjoy a magical night dancing to their fave summer tunes!
Happy Clients
Perhaps our best advertising is what our clients have to say about the band.

“I want to express my sincere thanks for your performance at the Queen’s Jubilee Celebration in Hamilton. The event was a great success and we have received numerous positive comments from many of the guests who attended the celebration. The band’s performance was an important part of this milestone event which celebrated 50 years of Her Majesty’s reign as Queen of Canada. Again, please accept my thanks and appreciation for having participated. I invite you to extend my thanks to all members of your group and offer you my best wishes for success in your future endeavours. Yours Sincerely,” – Sheila Copps (Former) Minister of Canadian Heritage

“We thank you very much for your extraordinary performance at the NAYDO (North American YMCA Development Organization) Annual Conference at the Hockey Hall of Fame. Your astonishing artistic talents amazed more than 700 individuals including delegates, speakers and sponsors from across North America. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. You helped us to provide the delegates with some unforgettable memories from our city. Your involvement made this conference a huge success. Thank you for making a difference. Yours truly,” – Tom Horlor, Chair; Sumi Prabaharan, Co-Chair

“I just thought I would take a moment to thank you for making Amy’s High School Graduation such a success. We saw you at a wedding last September and were extremely impressed by your band’s performance and told Amy, who thought you would be great for her grad. Amy said you were incredible!!! Congratulations to you and your band for making such an important night for a group of teenagers so memorable!! Thank you very much,” – Jody and Jim
A few more testimonials from our clients.
Our Clients
Just a few of our many happy clients include…
























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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.