"Thank you for Saturday night! I felt that the guests were really engaged with you and I think it added the cherry on the cake to the event."
Laura, London (Bank), February, 2020

Just one week to go until The Oxford Blue hosts its first evening of live jazz, where guests will be treated to the smooth sounds of top-rated UK saxophonist Rory Duffy.

Rory is currently playing a series of live shows across the capital from Mayfair to Shoreditch as well as packing out venues closer to home such as Epsom Racecourse.

Rory will play a perfectly executed combination of contemporary Jazz, alongside well-loved modern classics, from Miles Davies and Nina Simone to Amy Winehouse and Gnarls Barkley

Bask in the heady mix of live music, fine wine, great company and a delicious menu of well-loved pub classics prepared by chef patron, Steven Ellis.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Oxford Blue 
 
Enquiries: 01753 861954
reservations@oxfordbluepub.co.uk

Have you booked your table for the very first live Jazz and Classics evening at The Oxford Blue Old Windsor This Thursday, Feb 27th, 7-9pm?
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Wonderful sounds of Jazz and a 3-course menu to knock your socks off. It's going to be an awesome night down the pub.
www.oxfordbluepub.co.uk
Book your table online or call 01753 331072
FB event: The Oxford Blue Live Jazz & Classics
www.rorymusic.co.uk
www.redandblackmusic.co.uk/…/rory-the-oxford-blue-old-winds…
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#berkshirelife #livejazz #windsor #ascotfoodie #livemusicberkshire #classicpubfood #windsorgreatpark #windsoreats #fishandchips #windsormusicscene #windsormusic #livemusic

I wanted to let you all know about the Jazz Night at The Oxford Blue Old Windsor taking place Thursday 27th Feb. It’s something new and I’m very excited to bring jazz💙 Bossa Nova💚 and soul💜 to this unique venue...

Looking forward to welcoming you for an enjoyable evening. 🎷#roryjazz Rory

Limited tickets available via the links below, we look forward to sharing an evening of joyful jazz and fine dining with you.

Enquiries: 01753 861954
reservations@oxfordbluepub.co.uk

The Oxford Blue Live Jazz & Classics

The Oxford Blue will present its first evening of live jazz, where guests will be treated to the smooth sounds of a top-rated UK saxophonist, whilst delighting in a diverse menu choice of well-loved pub classics prepared by chef patron, Steven Ellis.
 
An eclectic mix of traditional to contemporary sounds will fill the room, bringing the capitals thriving Jazz scene to your doorstep and, there’s every chance you could catch the UK’s next jazz maestro.

Limited  tickets available via the links below, we look forward to sharing an evening of joyful jazz and fine dining with you. 
 
Enquiries: 01753 861954
reservations@oxfordbluepub.co.uk

Over the last few days, we've been running a little featurette on Red & Black Music's 4 projects. 💛❤️💜💙

With February being Rio Carnival month, it's worth mentioning Brazilian music has always been close to our heart 💚and in recognition of this, 3 of our projects have Brazilian alter-egos!

Diáspora Brasil adds cool cuts from the tropics 🌴 to the Latino fire of Diáspora 🔥 specialising in the myriad of styles emerging from Brazil from Rio's Samba and laid back Bossa Nova to Bahia's Baião and Samba-Reggae, blending Brazilian influences with jazz, funk and Saudade.
Have a listen to our takes on "Mais Que Nada" and "Lambada" on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/redandblackmusic/sets/diaspora-brasil

Fiesta Latina adds Festa Brasileira to the mix - dubbed "The Instant Brazilian Beach Party" 🥥🏝 a Caipirinha of classic and popular Brazilian tunes... 🍹🎹

Rory Bossa Nova takes the jazz south of the border. Its sax, guitar and cajon-based lineup focus on jazz and we released "Em Balança" (www.rorymusic.co.uk/em-balanca) 🎷
We've recently put a couple of new tracks on SoundCloud, 2 beautiful songs "Nostalgia Da Bossa" & "E Nada Mais" originally written by Brazilian composer Durval Ferreira:
https://soundcloud.com/redandblackmusic/sets/bossa-nova

Oh, did we mention Diáspora Brasil has a new home? 🏠 You can check out our info, music and photos here:
www.diaspora.co.uk/brasil 🇧🇷

#brasil #bossanova #saudade #balanca #samba #sambareggae #mpb #jazz #funk #festa #tropical

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Music of Brazil

Over the last few days, we've been running a little featurette on Red & Black Music's 4 projects. 💛❤️💜💙

Last but not least, over in the blue corner 💙Rory is our longest-running project. Established in 2008 at the RNCM - Royal Northern College of Music and offering quartet, trio, duo and solo options, the ensemble has expanded their repertoire to 300+ songs spanning a wide range of genres as well as performing original compositions.

London-based saxophonist and jazz ensemble. Rory Jazz is the piano, bass and kit jazz quartet format established in 2008. Rory Bossa Nova is the guitar and Cajon acoustic Bossa Nova format established in 2010.

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​Highlights over the years have included hosting jam sessions at O'Sheas Irish Bar, Manchester and SE11 Sessions at the Tea House Theatre @ Tea House Theatre, jazzing up Liverpool John Lennon Airport, entertaining the punters at Stratford Olympic Park and Epsom Downs Racecourse and releasing Em Balança (www.rorymusic.co.uk/em-balanca) for our dear friend Julian.

Check out our WEBSITE and FACEBOOK PAGE
www.rorymusic.co.uk
www.facebook.com/rorymus

#jazz #blues #swing #bossanova #dance #electronica #quartet #trio #duo #solo #greatamericansongbook #jam #marmalade

“Rory created a wonderful ambience at our dinner party with his saxophone playing. Chilled and relaxed whilst still striking a lively, upbeat note, the choice of repertoire was perfect for our occasion.”
Yulia, London (Mayfair), September, 2018

​"Perfect jazz saxophonist.. Truly royal."
William, London (Mitcham), December, 2019

​"The saxophonist captivated everyone's attention and heart! An afternoon and evening to be remembered!
Thank you so much!"
Daun, London (Mitcham), December, 2019

"On behalf of myself and all the guests we thoroughly enjoyed the music and the performance you gave, the music ushered in the most beautiful presence and experience of the creator, to say the least a class 1 act. I will certainly use your services and recommend you for any future engagements and events. I'll let you know when my next event is, you are hired for life."
Cynthia, London (Mitcham), December, 2019

​Fables of Faubus in Farringdon with @lillielina_penya & a Will 🎹🎸🎷

​"We were very happy with the performance and felt it added a lovely ambience to the champagne reception. Everything went very smoothly. Many thanks again for providing the jazz trio."
Susie, Cobham, Surrey, October, 2019

​"Hi Rory
Amazing afternoon thank you so much
The performance was just how we envisaged it loads of energy interaction with my friends and a top playlist everything we wanted and more
You made our party
Will definitely look to book you again and you’ve given me an idea for next years theme so we could see you again at out Latino Party
Thanks again
Tracey"
Tracey, Fetcham, Surrey, August, 2019

​"Thank you for playing at our wedding on Saturday. You were brilliant, all our guests commented on how good you were and really enjoyed the music you were playing. It was lovely to have you playing during the reception drinks for the guests to listen."
Danielle & Matthew, Kent, August, 2019

​"Hi Rory,
Thank you so much for Friday.
The whole thing ran so smoothly and professionally. The music was so perfect and really added to our wedding reception, it was absolutely wonderful. So many guests commented on how fantastic you all were.
We hope that everything went well for you.
Best wishes,
Gam and Mary"
Gam & Mary, Wedding, London (St Paul's), July, 2019

​"Hi Rory,
Hope you are well! Just to say a massive thank you to you and for playing our requested music and making it the best day of our lives. You were so punctual & patient with me leading up to our wedding and everybody has commented on how amazing the music was. You played beautifully, which was very special to us.
Thanks a mil.
Kind regards,
Verity & Sharon"
Verity & Sharon, Wedding, London (Barnet), July, 2019

​Early afternoon Prosecco 🥂by the pool 🏊‍♂️ with @thisisartbars #norfolklife

"Hi Rory,
Thank you so much for coming to play at our wedding. It was the perfect accent to our cake eating and dancing to round off a fantastic day. Hannah's parents particularly enjoyed it, spending quite a bit of time on the dance floor! The band played with great enthusiasm, and the arrangements for the day could not have gone more smoothly.
With our thanks again,
Hannah & Andrew"
Hannah & Andrew, Wedding, London (Greenwich), July, 2019

​"Please pass on our great thanks to the band! The music was perfect for our evening reception and helped round off the end of a wonderful day."
Hannah & Andrew, Wedding, July, 2019

​"Thank you for being part of it. We are pleased we booked you and would have no hesitation in using your services again."
John, Wedding, Upminster, Essex, July, 2019

Em Balança #bossanova #samba #jazz em vivo

​Rory Bossa Nova #bossanova #samba #jazz @drummerharry @ Epsom Downs Racecourse

Rory Bossa Nova Trio #bossa #samba #jazz #brazilianvibes🇧🇷 #portugese #saudade www.rorymusic.co.uk/em-balanca o album @ Epsom Downs Racecourse

"Rory is a talented professional. He contributed greatly to the ambience we were trying to achieve for our Brazilian-themed wedding shower. He plays several instruments very well and has a broad repertoire to choose from. We were glad to have asked him to play at our function."
Elisabeth, London (Clapham), September, 2018