The Bob Blagg Band featuring Claudia Carawan

Richmond, VA

$300 and up based on size of band required

Travels up to 60 miles

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All of Me

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What's Going On

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Just the Two of Us

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Autumn Leaves

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Isn't She Lovely

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Overview

Perform vocal and/or instrumental hits from the Great American Songbook, Bossa Nova and Latin classics, modern pop from fifties to contemporary. We love playing for intimate gatherings requiring instrumental music performed "below the conversation level" as well as center of the the stage, higher energy events with vocalist and drums. Visit our website at (link hidden)


Reviews

14 reviews

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Sarah B.

May 23, 2023

The Perfect Surprise for Our Music Loving Mother

Bob and his ensemble were not just an addition to the 60th Birthday Bash, they were the main event! The perfect background noise, and focused listening, we are so thankful these guys played our party.

The event was outdoors in a shaded area, which was great for the group. They brought all their own equipment, including the PA and extra cords, which meant we were able to focus on other needs for the party. They were professional, quick to respond, and of course super talented! The party started to wrap up and my mom was able to sit right in front of the band and listen to their last three songs, in total rapture! She's already planning to attend their next show.

If you're looking for easy listening, jazzy tunes, who are easy to work with and a total delight, this is your group!

Hired as: Easy Listening Band, Jazz Band

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The Bob Blagg Band featuring Claudia Carawan

Thank you so much Sarah. It was our pleasure
Kindest regards,
Bob Blagg.


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Sarah B.

May 23, 2023
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Amazing!

My kids hired Bob for a surprise birthday party and they were the PERFECT musicians for our backyard ‘garden party’. Excellent musicianship, very professionally, and very friendly. Definitely would hire them again!

Hired as: Jazz Band

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The Bob Blagg Band featuring Claudia Carawan

Thank you Sarah. It was our pleasure.
Kindest regards,
Bob Blagg


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Megan A.

February 15, 2023
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Retirement Community Social

We had an evening social that the band played for and the residents loved it! They sang along and a few couples got up and danced. Bob was wonderful to work with and came early to make sure set up and sound was ready and to a volume that the crowd would like.

Hired as: Jazz Band

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The Bob Blagg Band featuring Claudia Carawan

Thank you for the kind words Megan. It was our pleasure


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Hayley M.

September 15, 2022
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Great Band

We hired Bob and his band for a corporate event in Richmond. They were great, engaging with the guests an very professional. Communication was perfect, bob was very responsive to questions I had.

Hired as: Jazz Band


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James R.

September 20, 2021
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Perfect Ambience

Bob and his crew provided ideal ambience for our fundraising event. The communication before the event was seamless. Bob was flexible and happy to help however he could. Highly recommend!

Hired as: Jazz Band

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Booking information

Price range: $300 and up based on size of band required

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

When you hire us you can expect the following: On time arrival, professional sound equipment, and a well rehearsed performance. We welcome feedback during the set and are open to your directions. The music will be at a volume where guests can converse yet listen. The music selection will be hits from the thirties to the present with a major emphasis on songs from the golden age of theater and movies. You can expect the band to be respectful of your guests and kind and thoughtful to all.
Our desire is to serve your needs and make your event as enjoyable as possible.

About

The Bob Blagg Band featuring Claudia Carawan is a group of professional musicians with one goal in mind. Providing the musical atmosphere and ambience you desire for your event.
We have performed for many high profile events such as the Richmond Forum, VMFA new exhibit galas, and corporate parties at the renowned Jefferson Hotel.
Contact us to make your event truly memorable.

Additional booking notes

Our band requires a minimal footprint for set up. We have been in spaces as small as 5 x 7 feet. We will require access to at least one electric outlet. We have a standard agreement form which you may review. Due to the height of the stand up bass, we need a clearance of at least seven feet.

We will require access to the event stage at least forty five minutes prior to start time. We will also need approximately forty five minutes to break down and carry equipment out.

Past booked events

May 2026

29

Friday

Wedding Reception

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Richmond, VA

May 2023

20

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Powhatan, VA

February 2023

13

Monday

Retirement Community Event

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Mechanicsville, VA

September 2022

13

Tuesday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Richmond, VA

September 2021

18

Saturday

Fundraiser

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Richmond, VA

February 2021

24

Wednesday

Grand Opening

3:30pm - 7:00pm

Richmond, VA

December 2019

12

Thursday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Richmond, VA

November 2019

02

Saturday

Wedding Reception

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Richmond, VA

August 2019

21

Wednesday

Dinner Party

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Richmond, VA

05

Monday

Nonprofit Event

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Richmond, VA

June 2019

08

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Richmond, VA

May 2019

29

Wednesday

Nonprofit Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Richmond, VA

July 2018

25

Wednesday

Grand Opening

5:30pm - 8:00pm

Richmond, VA

June 2018

17

Sunday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 6:30pm

Mechanicsville, VA

03

Sunday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Richmond, VA

December 2015

12

Saturday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Richmond, VA

Set list

A Foggy Day
Ain't Misbehavin
All of Me
All the Things You Are
Almost Like Being in Love
Alone Together
Am I Blue
Autumn Leaves
Beautiful Love
Billies Bounce
Black Orpheus
Blue Skies
Bye Bye Blackbird
Blue Bossa
Body and Soul
Corcovado
Crazy
Crazy Love
Cry Me a River
Days of Wine and Roses
Dream a Little Dream of Me
East of the Sun
Fly Me to the Moon
Georgia
Green Dolphin Street
Here's That Rainy Day
Honeysuckle Rose
How High the Moon
How Insensitive
I Don't Know Enough About You
Girl From Ipanema
Just Friends
Let's Stay Together
Like Someone in Love
L-O-V-E
Makin Whoopee
Meditation
Misty
Moondance
Moon River
My Cherie Amour
My Funny Valentine
My Romance
Natural Woman
Night and Day
Out of Nowhere
Over the Rainbow
Route 66
My Little Runaway
Since I Fell
Sir Duke
Slow Boat to China
SmileStella By Starlight
Sugar
Sunny
The Way You Look Tonight
Till There Was You
There Will Never b Another You
Walking After Midnight
Wave
When Sunny Gets Blue
What a Wonderful World

Influences and inspiration

Frank Sinatra, Carol King, Bonnie Raitt, Wes Montgomery, Mel Torme, Ella Fitzgerald, Joe Pass, Charlie Parker, Patsy Cline, Eric Clapton, Pat Martino, George Benson, Billie Holiday, Stan Getz, Antonio Jobim, Earl Klugh.

Setup requirements

Minimum of 7' x 9'space

Access to electric outlet

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