About Us

Standing Room Only Orchestra is a full service live music and DJ entertainment company based in the Chicago area serving the corporate and wedding industries throughout the midwest.  Working 25 years in business with SRO, woman owner Kara Kesselring is proud to be the bandleader/keyboard player/vocalist/emcee/sales/"all things SRO!".  Kara likens Standing Room Only to an upscale boutique company that provides individualized care, high quality musicianship, band package customization, and attention to detail to actualize whatever music needs that are envisioned.  SRO averages 40-50 events per year and continues to grow based on the needs and demands.