Live Music & Events

•Please note the hat will be passed around to tip the musicians•

Serving a delicious platter of jazz and classical fusion…
Fugue and Groove debut at The Blue Piano!
Jazz Lovers you are in for a musical treat #savethedate…Feast your ears….This is one not to be missed!
Line up:
Rich Hughes~piano
Steve Street~drums
Simon Smith~bass

*Please note the following*
•⁠ ⁠Music from 7.00pm…ish
•⁠ ⁠Free admission.
•⁠ ⁠Please be advised seating is not guaranteed.
•⁠ ⁠Bar/restaurant open from 5pm.
•⁠ ⁠Diners please email to reserve your table:
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
www.thebluepiano.co.uk

Bio
As one of the most versatile and in-demand rhythm sections in the country, this jazz trio brings an unmatched energy and expertise to every performance.

Individually F&G have worked with an impressive roster of renowned artists and established jazz musicians, including Alex Clarke, Greg Abate, Simon Spillett, B.D. Lenz, Ray Gelato, Kenny Ball, Idina Menzel, Ringo Starr, and Dave Stewart.
Their performances have taken them to some of the world’s most prestigious venues and festivals, including the Umbria Jazz Festival, Lincoln Center (New York), Ambassadors Theatre, Glastonbury Festival, South by Southwest (SXSW), and La Bâtie Festival (Geneva). Recent highlights as individuals include a live performance on BBC Radio 4 and appearances at one of London’s premier jazz venues, Pizza Express Jazz Club.
In addition to their role as a rhythm section, this established trio present the innovative project ‘Fugue and Groove.’
This venture explores the fusion of jazz and classical music, delivering fresh and inventive arrangements of beloved classics such as Massenet’s Meditation, Mozart’s Turkish March, and Dvořák’s Humoresque. With solos showcasing individual virtuosity, improvisational brilliance, and seamless interplay, a dynamic experience is created that is both lyrical and high-energy, ranging from evocative ballads to fast, driving swing.
Their performances captivate audiences with a mix of recognition and surprise, offering melodies that feel familiar but come brilliantly disguised. ‘Fugue and Groove’ is proving popular with audiences, blending timeless musical traditions with contemporary creativity in a way that continues to push boundaries and delight listeners.

https://www.richkeys.co.uk › fuguengroove

A guaranteed #blues #rnb #soul #jazz & #funk musical feast delivered by this slick outfit & led by BP favorite Tash Buxton!

Check out this line up
Tash Buxton
Dave Stevenson
Wayne Matthews
Andre Bassing

• Join us in the bar for some cheeky cocktails& pre-show drinks
from 5pm
• Garden/restaurant open: 5pm
• Music: 1st set 7.00pm ish!
• Free admission.
• Diners please email to reserve a table:
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
www.thebluepiano.co.uk
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• Tash Buxton & The Money Makers are a brand new Birmingham based four piece live band, playing classic & contemporary Blues, RnB, Soul, Jazz & funk.

Led by Jam House regular drummer Tash Buxton, the band showcases the very best of midlands musical talent with David Stevenson on lead guitar & vocals, Wayne Matthews on bass, Andre Bassing on keys & Tash Buxton on drums.

The band channel the classic guitar driven blues of BB King, Freddie King, Albert King, Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan & Jimi Hendrix together with contemporary blues by Joe Bonamassa, Gary Moore, Robert Cray & John Mayer.

Whilst Blues is the main dish on the Money Maker’s menu, they also serve up classic & modern Soul, Jazz & Funk in equal measures with songs by Gregory Porter, William Bell, James Brown, Omar, Bill Withers & Donny Hathaway.

Relax, kick back & enjoy an evening of delicious live music with Tash Buxton and the Money Makers.

Bios:
• Tash Buxton:
Drums

Tash is Birmingham’s leading female session drummer with some 20 years performing at The Jam House & a range of leading bands including Fat Chops Big Band, Dino Baptiste & Elle-J Walters.

She is the drummer of choice for numerous jazz, blues, RnB, soul & funk bands in the Midlands.

Tash is The Money Makers Musical Director & band leader & conceived the idea of putting together a blazing team of outstanding Brummie musicians to bring contemporary blues, RnB, Soul, Funk & Jazz to new audiences.

Tash Buxton & the Money Makers are planning a busy year playing gigs and festivals throughout the UK in 2025 & potentially Europe & further afield in 2026.
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• David Stevenson:
Vocals| Guitar

David is a grade 8 classical guitarist & grade 7 pianist who started treading the boards in his teenage years appearing at The Night Out in Birmingham at the tender age of just 11!

By the time he was 14 he had joined The Dream Factory a 1980’s Mod band who had a hit with
Wine and Roses & came close to securing a major record deal but were pipped to it by The Stone Roses & the rest is history!

David has had a lifelong passion for all styles of roots music including Blues, RnB, Jazz, Soul, Ska & Reggae & fronting The Money Makers represents fulfilment of a lifetime ambition.

He has played at many prestigious venues including both Ronnie Scott’s in London & Birmingham, The Cavern in Liverpool, The 100 Club, The Lexington, Half Moon in Putney, The Jam House, The Hare & Hounds & is a regular at The Actress & Bishop.

His original music band The Restless Souls are gearing up to release their first two singles this summer featuring an A list band of musicians. Watch this space…..!

David plays Gibson, Fender & Taylor guitars and uses Mesa Boogie, Blackstar & Vox amplification.
Instagram: David_stevenson_official
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• Andre Bassing: Keys

Born in Germany, André had a traditional musical education starting with classical piano before studying jazz at the renowned Weimar Conservatoire. Since he moved to the UK he has been working as a session musician & has toured extensively worldwide with many international artists playing a vast array of musical genres.
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• Wayne Matthews:
Bass Guitarist

Coventry born Wayne Matthews is a predominantly self-taught electric & acoustic fretless bassist coming from both a Classical & Gospel music background who studied at The Leeds College of Music, taking a Classical Degree primarily on the Viola with jazz elements whilst also playing Electric & Double Bass in various College ensembles & bands.

Wayne has had lessons from Steve Thomas Cook, Robin Mullarkey (Zero Seven, Jacob Collier), Gary Willis, Mike Walker & is mentored by Laurence Cottle.

His musical influences are far reaching from Bach & Hindemith to Folk, Gospel, Jazz, Soul, Funk, Reggae & World Music which has been reflected in his multi- faceted performances in the UK & Internationally including the West End – The Tina Tuner Show, Jack & The Beanstalk (Hammersmith Lyric), Once on This Island (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre) TV (Fuji Rock), radio, gospel, orchestral (Limelight Orchestra), big bands (Crash Collective, Fat Chops, Jazz Colossus and Swingshift10), folk ensembles, singer-songwriter, jazz, Latin, soul & reggae.

Wayne is currently part of two exciting projects with top UK Trumpeter Bryan Corbett (Instrumental Groove Unit) which features Luke Harris – drummer for The Brand New Heavies & Peggy’s Skylight proprietor Paul Deets on the Fender Rhodes & also Derby based vocalist Helen Gayle & mutil-keyboardist Matt Ratcliffe’s – Latin Voices.

He runs a weekly Jazz Jam Session in Leamington Spa (Jazz Jam Wednesdays), which is in its 10th year & is involved with Jazz jams at the Donkey in Leicester plus Nottingham & Northampton.
He is also involved with school ensembles, teaches at Nexus ICA & Coventry University including private students & from 2015-2022 had been involved in developing young artists with 2Funky Project Live in Leicester.

He is Inspired by bassists such as James Jamerson, Anthony Jackson, Jaco Pastourious, John Patitucci, Ray Brown, Christian McBride, Richard Bona, Sam Sims, Fred Hammond, Andrew Gouche, Gary Willis, Laurence Cottle, Robin Mullarkey, Freddie Thompson, Rocco Prestia & far too many to mention!

His CV includes the likes of Bob Mintzer, Jim Mullen, Toni Kofi, Alan Barnes, Dave O’Higgins, Simon Spillett, Benet McLean, Soweto Kinch, Damon Brown, Bruce Adams, Omar, Junior Giscombe, Michelle John (The Voice Finalist), Patrick Alan, Xhosa Cole, Art Themen, Alex Clarke, Clark Tracey, Mornington Lockett, The British Collective, The Brothers of Soul, Marcus Joseph, Esther Bennett, Lily Diors, Del Camino, LSK (Nightmares on Wax, Faithless) & many more.

Wayne has also supported Marcus Miller, Terri Lynne Carrington, Aswad, Dennis Rollins & the Selecter.
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Opening our Courtyard Garden Sessions…
★Sarah Riches & The Dreamcatchers Nashville Country Show debut at The Blue Piano★
Join us for an evening of live country music with singer-songwriter Sarah Riches & her 6 piece band performing songs from her current album “I Don’t Give Up Easily” which was recorded & produced in Nashville by legendary producer Fred Mollin!! Mollin has worked with artists such as JD Souther (Eagles), Kris Kristofferson, Jimmy Webb, Billy Ray Cyrus, Vince Gill, Lyle Lovett, and Joe Cocker, and most of the musicians that played on Sarah’s album are regular artists at The Grand Ole Opry.
This album made the top 5 in the UK iTunes Country Music Charts, with 2 singles from the same album also in the top 5 of the iTunes Country Music Singles chart.
Check out Sarah’s music and videos here: https://linktr.ee/sarahrichesmusic

EVENT TICKETS:
skiddle.com/e/40407855/

Check out this stellar band line up
•⁠ ⁠Sarah Riches
•⁠ ⁠Dan Machin (Climax Blues Band | The Quiet Men)
•⁠ ⁠Toby Wilson ~ Pedal Steel | Mandolin | Acoustic Guitar (Fine Lines | Vox Americana)
•⁠ ⁠Dave McGarry) Big Apple Jam)
George Lawton (The Live Notes)
•⁠ ⁠Sam Martin (The Chris Bevington Organisation)
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And finally…. get this inside scoop!
•⁠ ⁠Sarah will be celebrating her birthday with uswith a
Blue Piano exclusive – a live preview of 2 brand new, recently recorded tracks, ahead of their release.
•⁠ ⁠This show also contains some well-loved country covers spanning several decades.
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**PLEASE NOTE**
•⁠ ⁠Bar, garden and restaurant open from 5.00pm.
•⁠ ⁠A reservation for dining is recommended.
•⁠ ⁠Diners please call or email to reserve a table:
0121 454 6877
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
www.thebluepiano.co.uk
•⁠ ⁠This is an OUTDOOR event. Please come weather prepared!
•⁠ ⁠Please be advised seating is not guaranteed.
•⁠ ⁠Seating & tables in the garden cannot be reserved.
•⁠ ⁠All bookings for dining will be in the restaurant but can be moved outside, depending on availability – on the day.

! SOLD OUT ! SOLD OUT !
★The Blue Piano LIVE: Ac30s Spring Garden Party★
SKA/REGGAE/ROCKSTEADY LOVERS – THIS NIGHT’S FOR YOU!

**PLEASE NOTE**
* Bar/restaurant will be open from 5pm and reservation for dining is recommended.
* This is an outdoor event. Please come weather prepared!
* Please be advised seats are not guaranteed.
* Seating and tables in the garden cannot be reserved.
* All dining bookings will be for the restaurant but can be moved outside (depending on availability) on the day.
* Music kicks off 8.00pm
The greatest Tribute to Ska, Reggae and Rocksteady you are likely to hear” – Ska Radio UK .

The Ac30s are a 7 piece experienced and highly professional band based in the Midlands with a vast knowledge of the music they play. Concentrating on original Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae genres (with a dash of 2-Tone here and there), they pride themselves on being true to the original recordings.

The band are also proud to have been the backing band for chart topper Susan Cadogan (‘Hurt So Good’ 1975 ,’ Fever’ etc), Carroll Thompson (‘I’m So Sorry’, ‘Hopelessly in Love’ 1981), Troy Ellis (Son of Alton Ellis), the U.K touring band of Stranger Cole (‘Uno Dos Tres’, ‘Bangaran’, ‘Rough and Tough’) and Alpheus, Derrick Morgan, Dave Barker and Roy & Yvonne.

With a set list comprising of The Blues Busters, Pluto Shervington, The Skatalites, Prince Buster, John Holt, Max Romeo, Ken Boothe, Jimmy Cliff, Alton Ellis, Toots and The Maytells to name but a few along with original material, audiences find it hard keep off the dance floor!

Members of the band have separately recorded and played live with Ken Boothe, Jimmy Cliff, Wyclef Jean, Black Uhuru, Bad Manners, the UB40 brass section and The Beat Ft Rankin Rogers to name a few.

Whether you are a hardened 2-Tone fan, Reggae lover or into the old Rocksteady beats of Jamaica, the Ac30s are proven to cover them all and keep everyone happy and get the party going!

★The Blue Piano LIVE: Midnight City Soul Band Spring Garden Party★
Tickets
skiddle.com/e/40407848/

A ‘MUST’ for all lovers of Northern Soul & Motown grooves!

Drum roll please Mr Smith★★★
The boys are BACK & we cant wait⬇
Pete Osman
Nigel Darvill
Rik Sandford
Kev Osman
Howard Smith

One of the most powerful & soulful musical line-ups to come out of Birmingham
The band set the atmosphere with classic tracks such as Uptight, Seven Days Too Long, Do I Love You, Green Onions & Time is Tight.

The big sound & spontaneous excitement which they stir up on stage from the glorious sounds of the Hammond organ, tenor sax, bass, lead guitar & drums, collectively, reflects their lifelong love of soul music….
Do not miss what is going to be a Northern Soul & Motown extravaganza!
• Tickets £10 +bf.
• Bar/garden/restaurant open: 5pm
• Music kicks off: 8pm ish.
www.thebluepiano.co.uk

**PLEASE NOTE**
• Bar > garden > restaurant open from 5p.m.
• A reservation for dining is recommended.
• Diners please email to reserve a table:
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
• This is an outdoor event. Please come weather prepared!
• Seating is not guaranteed.
• Tables in the garden cannot be reserved.
• All bookings for dining will be in the restaurant but can be moved outside, depending on availability on the day.

•The Blue Piano LIVE: C-JAM•

C-JAM are back delivering a varied repertoire of blues >> soul >> funk >> jazz >> latin >> dylan >> beatlesdan for your musical pleasure…

Check out this line up⬇
Brian Badhams
Bob Wilson
Frank Walker
Roy Adams

• Join us in the bar for some pre gig
from 5pm & sample the exquisite flavours of our South-East Asian menu
• Diners – email to book your table:
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
• Bar/garden/restaurant open: 5pm
• Music: 1st set 7.00pm…ish
• Free admission.
• This is an outdoor event please come weather prepared!
www.thebluepiano.co.uk
*PLEASE NOTE SEATING IS NOT GUARANTEED*
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Bios⬇
Brian Badhams: Keyboards and vocals, a firm favourite and long time member of the Elkie Brooks Band. Brian also toured with
Steve Gibbons and Ruby Turner for many years
bringing his own brand of musical excellence to the stage.
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Bob Wilson:
Lead guitar and vocals:
Many years with The Steve Gibbons Band, Bob was a founder member, he played on all the albums in the early years, also appearing on Top of the Pops performing Tulane and touring the States with Steve supporting The Who. Bob also appeared on Top of the Pops with the Ruby Turner Band during his twenty some years with the soul diva.
Bob is still much in demand as a session player and music teacher.
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Frank Walker:
Bass player
“I’ve enjoyed working with some very exceptional musicians and singers over these many years on the boards and I guess I don’t
need to name check them here but I thank them all”

GET READY
◆Walsall Jazz Orchestra debut at The Blue Piano◆
Credit: Garry Corbett
Symphony Hall

Featuring some of the finest musicians on the scene, serving up a delicious funky rhythm section and outstanding soloists…this is going to be an absolute feast for your musical pleasure…
#musiclovers #jazzlovers – #savethedate this is a night not to be missed & where better to enjoy this big band extravaganza than in the beautiful surroundings of The Blue Piano!

• The hat will be passed around to ‘tip’ the musicians. Please do bring some change.
• Bar/garden/restaurant open from 5pm
• Diners to book your table email:
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
• Seating is limited and not guaranteed.

• WJO
Enjoy some contemporary jazz classics written by well known composers such as Pat Metheny, Mike Gibbs and Chick Corea, as well as a number of original compositions by members of the band – Tim Amann and Nick Dewhurst.

Unlike the vast majority of big bands, WJO plays contemporary, rather than traditional big band music.

WJO have released three CDs which have received rave reviews in the music press.

Get ready multi-talented Elle-J Walters will be serving a groove based platter of soulful tunes you love & funked up classics you forgotten you loved for your musical pleasure!

Check out this delicious line up
Drum roll please…
Powerhouse vocalist Elle-J Walters
BP favourite Tash Buxton-Lewis
Mr Bassman himself Wayne Matthews
and last but not least, bringing his vibe to The BP
Noval Smith

Do not miss what is going to be a magnetic night of live music from some of the finest from the city.

https://www.facebook.com/ellejwalters

• Music from 7.00pm…ish
• Please note seating is not guaranteed.
• Bar/garden/restaurant open from 5pm.
• Diners please email to reserve your table:
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
www.thebluepiano.co.uk
• Free admission.

Landing Saturday 26th July!
★BIG JIM and The Alabama Boogie Boys Summer Garden Party★

Tickets via link:
skiddle.com/e/40918538/

GET READY FOR generous helpings of blues and boogie with a side of rock’n’roll, served by seasoned musical master chefs from the Midlands.

Join us for a blazing night of live music…it would be rude not to!

•⁠ ⁠Swing by for a cheeky pre-show cocktail | beer or wine to get this glorious summer evening started.
•⁠ ⁠Music starts: 7.30pm •

**PLEASE NOTE**
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•⁠ ⁠Bar, garden and restaurant will be open from 5pm and a reservation for dining is recommended.
•⁠ ⁠Diners please call or email to reserve a table:
0121 454 6877
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
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•⁠ ⁠This is an outdoor event.
•⁠ ⁠Seating is limited and not guaranteed.
•⁠ ⁠Seating and tables in the garden cannot be reserved.
•⁠ ⁠All dining bookings will be for the restaurant but can be moved outside (depending on availability) on the day.
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BJ & TABB bio:
Front man Big Jim Merriss is the charismatic, harp-playing former leader of the Red Lemon Electric Blues Band and Cracker and the Woodpeckers. He returns to his first love of rockin’
boogie blues and jump jive.

On guitar is Jim’s partner in crime for more than 20 years, Pete Wheatley, who reckons he’s clocked up more than 4000 gigs along the way. Black Country bloke Andy Harris is on double bass and vocals. Andy played his first paid gig aged 13 and says now he’s well into his 30s (cough!!) he’s finally got the hang of it.
Behind the front line sits Colin Edmonds (AKA Duke Delight) who, though rarely visible, has drummed with the likes of Ricky Cool, Flying Doctors, Red Beards from Texas and Delray
Rockets.
And joining them from a career spanning five decades and several exotic countries is piano man Ken Moore, a former member of The New Vaudeville Band.
Completing the line up is the latest arrival, Miss Jean Vincent. Jeannie made her name on the rock’n’roll/rockabilly circuit, touring Europe and Scandinavia with the likes of Bill Haley’s
Comets, Charlie Gracie and Screamin’ Lord Sutch. Some of her early records were produced by Brum legend Steve Gibbons. She says she’s delighted and honoured to now be ‘one of the Boys’.

Jim and the Boys have a wealth of quality experience and a huge catalogue of songs to
choose from, but above all ooze that feel-good factor that can only happen when everyone on stage has genuine respect and admiration for each and every one alongside them.

Miss this MISS OUT!

•⁠ ⁠PLEASE NOTE ~ During the interval – the hat will be passed around to tip the musicians •

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND >> ImPoSsIbLe CoNvErSaTiOnS
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The crew LaNdInG:
Louis Hamilton-Foad ~Drums
Gabriel Amann~Trumpet
Alex Smith ~Keys
Ben Carter~Sax
More tbc.
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Music lovers if you missed them at Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival & in The Blue Piano courtyard garden last summer make sure you DO NOT miss them this time!

These exciting young musicians consisting of both University of Birmingham students & rising through the ranks/in demand players are causing a huge stir on the scene so we’re super buzzing they’ll be feasting our musical ears here again this August.
Get ready…some of the finest from the city will be arriving on > 02 > 08 > 25 > so make sure you #savethedate and prepare for a blazing night of live music and pure #vibes
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We can’t wait to see you all!
#August
#jazzfusion #jazz #newbandstofollow
#summer #gardenparty
•⁠ ⁠Bar/restaurant/garden open from 5pm
•⁠ ⁠Music 8.00pm…ish
•⁠ ⁠Free admission.
•⁠ ⁠Diners to book your table please email:
info@thebluepiano.co.uk
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Impossible Conversations is a jazz band that blends the sounds of traditional jazz with contemporary musical styles. Made up of a group of young musicians, each bringing their unique musical backgrounds to the table, the band creates a sound that is both familiar and fresh. With a deep love for the Jazz genre, the members of Impossible Conversations seek to push the boundaries of jazz and create something truly special with every performance.
The Birmingham based band bring together five young and unique musicians consisting of both a tight rhythm section and front line with Louis Hamilton-Foad (Drums), Gabriel Amann (Trumpet), Sam Sharpe (Bass), Alex Smith (Keys), Ben Carter (Sax)
This is NOT to be missed!

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/impossible_conversations_?igsh=Zmo4ZTI0dGZrM3Bx&utm_source=qr