Ruby Alexander and The Bonafide Playboys have a wide-ranging repertoire consisting of songs from the Great American Songbook, Bossa Novas, R&B and New Wave classics. Our style can perfectly accommodate Gatsby-themed parties, intimate wedding atmospheres, corporate events, or cocktail parties. Our retro-pop-fusion style will compliment any event.
I'm so happy I found Ruby and her jazz trio on GigSalad. They were wonderful and so nice! We received many compliments from our guests. We'll definitely have them at another event!!
Price Range: $500-$15,000
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Whether you are looking for an intimate wedding atmosphere, a contemporary vibe for your corporate event, or a sophisticated jazz ambiance for your cocktail party, Ruby Alexander will compliment any setting. Ruby will work with you to find the right fit for your needs. From an intimate trio all the way up to a full band, Ruby Alexander will create a memorable experience for your event.
Ruby grew up in a small steel town north of Pittsburgh. Her father was a jazz trumpet player and taught Ruby to sing at the age of 5. Performing jazz by the age of 14, Ruby has an understanding of musical sensibility and improvisation. Her vocal style and performance is highly influenced by the jazz greats of the 30s and 40s. Growing up in the 80s and 90s, Ruby loves rearranging songs from her youth into a new genre, Retro Pop Fusion. She currently resides in San Antonio and can be seen performing with her band The Bonafide Playboys. Our style can perfectly accommodate your event.
Ruby Alexander can provide sound and lighting equipment, providing another level of convenience for your event planning.
| November 08, 2017 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| September 16, 2017–September 17, 2017 • 11:30pm - 2:30am | Jazz 'SAlive After Party at the St. Anthony Hotel |
| September 18, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Briscoe Western Art Museum's Jack Guenther Pavilion |
All of Me
Girl from Ipanema
Let’s Stay Together
LOVE
Sharp Dressed Man
Unforgettable
All the Things You Are
Sweet Dreams
Come Rain Come Shine
All About That Bass
Just Like Heaven
Ain’t Misbehavin’
Creep
Autumn Leaves
God Bless the Child
Funny Valentine
Let’s Fall In Love
Lady is a Tramp
Atlast
Bizarre Love Triangle
Misty
My Heart Belongs to Daddy
Sugar In My Bowl
They Can’t Take That Away From Me
Stand By Me (bossa)
| Ken Williams | Guitar |
| Ruby Alexander | Vocals |
| Josh Wright | Upright Bass |
| Paul Ward | Drums |
| Aaron Prado | Piano |
| Adrian Ruiz | Trumpet |
Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, Nat King Cole....
We can supply all sound equipment. Just let me know when I give you a quote for the event.
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