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BluFunk Syndicate

Really Cool Funky Music with Soul

The BluFunk Syndicate are a 10 piece band formed in November 2014 as a Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Club Band. They have shown that they can fill the dance floor with a combination of infectious funky grooves and cool music. The band is currently led by Gary Ward who is a talented local music teacher and director who for many years has nurtured local music talent.

‘BluFunk’ cover choice classic tunes from the likes of James Brown, Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder Tina Turner, Otis Redding, Osibisa, The Dynamics and many more.

With a repertoire to please all tastes, this versatile band has all the ingredients to make your wedding, private or corporate event remarkable from the first note.

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CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR
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BluFunk has vacancies for trumpet and trombone players. If interested please email david.walters@rvjazzandblues.co.uk

When the situation eases, we will be available for Weddings, Parties, Festivals and larger venues. To book us please send an email to david.walters@rvjazzandblues.co.uk.

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All Upcoming Events/Radio/Podcasts

Radio icon Non Dou Fooleesha

Wed, 1 May - 9:00pm to 11:00pm
Ribble FM Jazz & Blues Show >

Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival 2024

Friday, 3 May to Monday, 6 May
Save the dates! >

Dinner plate icon Mark Lewis Trio with Lyn Fairbanks and guest

Mon, 6 May - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Sunday Lunchtime Jazz at the Spread >

Radio icon Paul Rigby presents

Wed, 8 May - 9:00pm to 11:00pm
“Big Bands & Beyond” >

Radio icon Ivana's Jazz Edit

Wed, 15 May - 9:00pm to 10:00pm
Ivana's selection of her favourite tracks. >

Radio icon Dave's Jazz and Blues Hour

Wed, 15 May - 10:00pm to 11:00pm
Jazz, Blues and Funk from the 70s to the present day. >

Radio icon Phil Lee's Jazz Pleasures

Wed, 22 May - 9:00pm to 11:00pm
Ribble FM Jazz & Blues Show >

Radio icon Sue Bradley’s Jazz Tracks Special

Wed, 29 May - 9:00pm to 11:00pm
New discoveries and favourites from the world of jazz and blues >

See the full calendar >