Durham-born horn band · since 1993

Bull CitySyndi­cate

Ten musicians, a full horn section and a packed dance floor for weddings, galas and corporate events across the Mid-Atlantic.

2NC Governor's Inaugural Balls headlined
4.9Rating across 53 couples' reviews
98%Of couples recommend us
3×WeddingWire Couples' Choice: 2016, 2017, 2019
Live at a wedding · Nov 2025
On stage

See the band

Bull City Syndicate, full band with horns, on stage
The band performing live with the horn section
Horns and vocalists performing
Full band with horns on stage
Trumpet and trombone with a vocalist
Saxophones and horn section in full swing
Two lineups

Pick the size of the room

The full band brings the horn-section show. The six-piece keeps the same musicianship for smaller rooms and budgets.

Bull City Syndicate

10 piece · full horn section

Our headline act. Soaring vocals, a driving rhythm section and real horns playing Earth, Wind & Fire, Chicago and Motown the way they were written, then straight into today's hits.

  • Ballrooms, galas and large receptions
  • Inaugural balls, festivals and charity events

BCS Express

6 piece · horn, keys, guitar, bass, drums, vocals

The smaller sibling, built for pop, Top 40, funk and jazz-infused dance grooves. Same players, same professionalism, smaller footprint.

  • Smaller venues and private parties
  • Corporate events and holiday parties
One band, the whole evening

From the aisle to last call

Ceremony

Live ceremony music, including songs we learn just for you.

Cocktail hour

An unplugged jazz set while guests mingle.

Formalities

We MC introductions, toasts, first dance and cake.

Reception

Full dance sets that read the room and keep the floor full.

Between sets

Our own DJ keeps the music going during breaks.

All included: sound and lighting for up to 300 guests, a custom set list, liability insurance, and travel anywhere in the Mid-Atlantic.

The repertoire

Sinatra to Lady Gaga

Hundreds of songs across every era, plus our own originals. Tell us what you want to hear and we'll build the night around it.

MotownFunkR&B / SoulBig BandJazzClassic RockPopTop 40CountryLatinSwingClassical
Sample setBCS
  1. Crazy in LoveBeyoncé
  2. Can't Stop the FeelingJustin Timberlake
  3. Bad RomanceLady Gaga
  4. Ain't It FunParamore
  5. Better TogetherJack Johnson
  6. You Make Me FeelBCS original
  7. CarolinaBCS original
Hear it for yourself

Watch us live

A 10-minute mix of the hits, recorded live. Turn the sound up.

What couples say

The dance floor never empties

4.9from 53 reviews on WeddingWire · recommended by 98% of couples
"Absolutely the best wedding band ever."
Claire · Wedding, 2022
"I wanted a Horn Band, but we got more than a Horn Band."
Wil W. · Smithfield, NC
"So much better than a DJ."
Evan · BCS Express, 2022
"A one stop shop for entertainment."
Joe G. · Wedding, 2021
"We hired BCS for both our daughters' weddings."
Deb · Mother of the bride, 2021

Read all 53 reviews on WeddingWire

Where we've played

Stages big and small

  • NC Governor's Inaugural BallsHeadliner at the last two
  • National charity galasHigh-profile fundraisers and benefit events
  • Festivals and concert seriesIncluding Fayetteville After Five
  • UniversitiesIncluding NC State's 50th-year Centennial Rocks concert
  • Corporate eventsHoliday parties and company celebrations across NC and VA
  • WeddingsFrom Raleigh and Smithfield to Virginia Beach
Booking

Check your date

Weddings, galas, corporate events and holiday parties. Call or email Randy with your date, venue and guest count, and we'll put together a package.

Call Randy Ines
(919) 270-9584
Email
Randy@jamsessionz.com