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About Bluetone Jazz Collective
Based in Independence, Bluetone Jazz Collective works with couples planning weddings throughout Des Moines, Iowa. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including The Old 56: Barn Weddings & Events and Timbers Edge Wedding and Event Centre. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
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How much does a live wedding band cost in Des Moines?
Live bands in Des Moines commonly run $2,500–$7,000 depending on size and demand. Many couples split the difference: band for the reception, DJ or playlist for ceremony and cocktail hour. Always watch live or recent unedited footage before booking.
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Wedding venues near Bluetone Jazz Collective
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| The Old 56: Barn Weddings & Events | 46.9 mi |
| Timbers Edge Wedding and Event Centre | 59.5 mi |
| The Country Cathedral | 71.0 mi |
Straight-line distance from Bluetone Jazz Collective to each venue listed on Lazo.
Des Moines weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in May, June, August, September. The driest months are January, February, December.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31° | 14° | 11% | 4:26 PM | 5:09 PM |
| Feb | 36° | 18° | 14% | 5:09 PM | 5:48 PM |
| Mar | 49° | 30° | 16% | 6:44 PM | 7:21 PM |
| Apr | 62° | 41° | 25% | 7:17 PM | 7:55 PM |
| May | 72° | 52° | 27% | 7:47 PM | 8:27 PM |
| Jun | 82° | 62° | 25% | 8:08 PM | 8:50 PM |
| Jul | 86° | 66° | 20% | 8:06 PM | 8:47 PM |
| Aug | 84° | 64° | 21% | 7:35 PM | 8:13 PM |
| Sep | 77° | 55° | 17% | 6:47 PM | 7:23 PM |
| Oct | 63° | 43° | 15% | 5:55 PM | 6:33 PM |
| Nov | 48° | 30° | 14% | 4:12 PM | 4:54 PM |
| Dec | 36° | 20° | 11% | 4:00 PM | 4:45 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Des Moines International Airport (3.9 mi from Des Moines). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Des Moines.
Getting to Des Moines
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| DSM Des Moines International Airport | 4 mi | 5 min |
| FOD Fort Dodge Regional Airport | 73 mi | 1 hr 50 min |
| ALO Waterloo Regional Airport | 92 mi | 2 hr 20 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 179 mi | 3 hr 40 min |
| Minneapolis | 235 mi | 4 hr 50 min |
| St. Louis | 273 mi | 5 hr 40 min |
| Milwaukee | 309 mi | 6 hr 20 min |
Straight-line distance from central Des Moines; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 309 1st St E, Independence, IA 50644, USA
- Where
- Independence · 108 miles northeast of central Des Moines
- Listed under
- Live Wedding Bands
- In Des Moines
- One of 48 live wedding bands we list
- Phone
- (319) 327-0558
- Website
- Visit site
Around Independence
- Nearest venue
- The Old 56: Barn Weddings & Events, 46.9 mi
Distances are straight-line from Bluetone Jazz Collective; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Des Moines.
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