- St Louis, MO
- Wedding Band
- Starts at $1,000
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The Ragged Blade Band
Overview
Our focus is early jazz, blues, and ragtime. We do mainly tunes from (phone number hidden)0, including W.C. Handy, some familiar and rare tunes, and instrumental rags (Scott Joplin, etc.) We are often hired for Prohibition, Steampunk, Historic and Senior events but also can entertain anyone who enjoys this music! We can do history shows that feature more information about songs and composers of the ragtime era. If we know what you are looking for, we can often tailor a show to your needs. (We are not a cover/jukebox band.) We currently perform as a trio (piano, percussion, baritone saxophone) or as a duo (piano and percussion).
Reviews
4 reviews
Christine A.
June 1, 2019Great music!
We loved The Ragged Blade Band. Jerry was great to work with and the music was enjoyed by all my guests.
Hired as: Jazz Band, Ragtime Band
The Ragged Blade Band
Thank you! We enjoyed working with you and had a great evening as well.
Alex E.
March 6, 2019Great Sound Performance
Ragged Blade performed at the Casino Queen in February. Very professional and great sound.
Hired as: Jazz Band
The Ragged Blade Band
Thank you, Alex! We really enjoyed it and thought you and your staff were friendly and professional as well.
John G.
September 28, 2018Great Sound...Great Group
The Ragged Blade Band was the perfect sound for the DeMoulin Museum's concert on the grounds series. Very talented musicians. Easy to work with. We'll definitely have them back!
Hired as: 1920s Era Entertainment, Ragtime Band
The Ragged Blade Band
Thank you! We had a great time and appreciated the warm reception; it was a fun experience in a unique setting.
Bertina D.
August 25, 2017Thank You!
What a fantastic evening! The band was awesome! Very professional, fun, and easy to work with! We look forward to working with you for future events!
Laura
Hired as: Jazz Band
The Ragged Blade Band
Thank you! We had a great time as well! It was a very nice event and we were glad to contribute.
Booking information
Past booked events
July 2026
12
Sunday
Birthday Party
6:30pm - 9:30pm
•
St Charles, MO
June 2025
04
Wednesday
Retirement Community Event
12:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Bridgeton, MO
February 2023
21
Tuesday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 11:45am
•
Chesterfield, MO
February 2020
25
Tuesday
Retirement Community Event
7:30pm - 9:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
May 2019
25
Saturday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
13
Monday
Retirement Community Event
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Jerseyville, IL
April 2019
03
Wednesday
Convention/Trade Show
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
February 2019
02
Saturday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 10:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
September 2018
21
Friday
Nonprofit Event
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Greenville, IL
June 2018
09
Saturday
Retirement Community Event
2:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Ballwin, MO
November 2017
18
Saturday
Ragtime & Blues @ NHC Health Care
10:30am - 12:00pm
04
Saturday
Public House Brewery, ROLLA MO
8:00pm - 11:00pm
August 2017
24
Thursday
Retirement Party
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
June 2015
21
Sunday
Wedding Reception
4:00pm - 6:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
Team
Jerry Rabushka
bandleader, piano, trumpet, vocals
Isaac Cherry
drums
Shawn Telkamp
vocals
Josh Bohm
bass, guitar
John Woytus
Baritone & Tenor Saxophone
Ellen Saracini
vocals
Set list
Familiar songs include:
St. Louis Blues
Stormy Weather
Yes Sir That's My Baby
Georgia on my Mind
Alexander's Ragtime Band
Ballin' the Jack
Beale Street
Maple Leaf Rag
The Girl From Ipanema
Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
The Sky is Cryin'
Downtown Strutter's Ball
Summertime
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