Shades of Blue

Shades of Blue - Event band The elegance of live music

Shades of Blue expertise - Elegance, creativity and know-how

For over 15 years, Shades of Blue has been enhancing the finest private and professional events with unique, elegant and entirely customized musical performances.
With hundreds of performances in exceptional venues, we have become a benchmark in the world of high-end events.

Our event orchestra is made up of the best musicians on the Parisian scene, with backgrounds in jazz and contemporary music, and a wealth of prestigious experience in France and abroad.

The musical universe of Shades of Blue A repertoire to suit every event

Each musical style has its own color, energy and atmosphere. Shades of Blue offers a refined palette, revisited with modernity, to create sound worlds adapted to your cocktails, galas, weddings and theme evenings.

Jazz Standards

A journey from the Great American Songbook to modern sounds, between the elegance of Miles Davis and the freshness of Diana Krall or Jamie Cullum.

Bossa & Samba Brazil live

Antonio Carlos Jobim, Stan Getz, Seu Jorge… smooth, danceable Brazilian rhythms that bring sunshine and exoticism to your events.

Jazz Swing Gatsby style

Jazz Swing of the ’30s: The ambience of the famous Cotton Club and the charm of the Roaring Twenties, with classics by Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald,...

Film soundtracks Live soundtrack

Cult themes from movies and TV series, from James Bond to La La Land, performed live to recreate the emotion of the big screen.

Full directory Shades of Blue

The richness of Shades of Blue brings together jazz, swing, soul, pop, bossa and French chanson in a musical universe designed to enhance your events.

Pop & Lounge Urban chic

From Sade to Ed Sheeran, via Stevie Wonder, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars and Marvin Gaye, a chic and accessible selection that appeals to all audiences.

RnB & Soul Let's groove

From Ray Charles to Amy Winehouse, Aretha Franklin to Alicia Keys, an energetic and powerful repertoire that puts voice and groove at the forefront.

French chanson Poetry to music

From Piaf to Nougaro, Gainsbourg to Stromae, timeless classics rearranged with finesse and a contemporary jazzy touch.

Gypsy jazz Django à Gogo

Inspired by Django Reinhardt and supported by our dedicated bands, a warm, festive style, ideal for cocktails and convivial receptions.

Shades of blue music services for professionals

Musical elegance for exceptional events

Shades of Blue puts its expertise at the service of companies, event agencies, high-end caterers and prestigious venues. We create tailor-made musical services for every context:

cocktail receptions – award ceremonies with live jingles – product launches – corporate parties – galas – inaugurations.

Our expertise also includes the creation of exclusive musical concepts, such as Gatsby evenings with dancers or refined themed atmospheres.
Whether in an intimate format or a festive ensemble, our team guarantees elegance, artistic coherence and fluid execution.

Shared trust

Over the years, our Shades of Blue event orchestra has been chosen by major luxury houses, French and international companies and renowned event agencies.
These collaborations reflect our ability to meet the most demanding expectations, with a constant artistic rigor and impeccable attention to detail.

Our references Shades of Blue - over 300 professional references since 2010

Christie’sMercedes-BenzAxa InvestmentHavasTom FordTransamineMajeBentleyMiller & CoorsPrimagazSchneider ElectronicsBoston ConsultingHerman MillerLagardèreHuaweiGoldman SachsVinci EnergiesNobel BiocareChopardGreshamManpower

Shades of Blue for prestigious private events The event band to celebrate your finest moments

Weddings, anniversaries, cocktail parties with friends or garden parties… Shades of Blue creates refined, warm and lively musical atmospheres, perfectly suited to the spirit of your celebration.

From the refinement of a cocktail party with live music to theenergy of a festive dance party, our formations can be adapted to your desires:
from an intimate acoustic duo to a dynamic group with singers, right up to a Gatsby evening with musicians and dancers.

Each service is tailor-made, with particular attention to detail, to make your event unique, elegant… and unforgettable.

Abbaye de Royaumont (Val-d’Oise)Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay (Yvelines)Château de Chantilly (Oise)Grandes Écuries de ChantillyChâteau de Champlâtreux (Val-d’Oise)Château de Bouffémont (Val-d’Oise)Château de Ferrières (Seine-et-Marne)Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte (Seine-et-Marne)Château de Vallery (Yonne)Château de Villette (Yvelines)Château de Méridon (Vallée de Chevreuse)Château de Breteuil (Yvelines)Château de Dampierre (Yvelines)Château de Baronville (Eure-et-Loir)Château de Dangu (Eure)Moulin de Launoy (Seine-et-Marne)Moulin de la Forge (Oise)Abbaye de Longpont (Aisne)Abbaye de Morienval (Oise)Château de Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)Domaine de la Thibaudière (Eure-et-Loir)Shangri-La ParisHôtel de CrillonLe Bristol ParisRitz Paris

How does a performance with Shades of Blue work?

To guarantee smooth, reassuring support, each project follows a clear process:

Listening & advice – defining your musical desires, the desired ambience and format.

Selection of the repertoire – choice of songs adapted to the type of event (cocktail party, dinner, dance).

Tailor-made formations – from discreet acoustic duos to festive orchestras with singers.

Coordination – working with your agency, wedding planner or caterer.

Live performance – elegant, professional staging,

Our formulas

Duo
An intimate, simple and refined formula, ideal for a private dinner or cocktail party for up to 60 guests. A delicate orchestra creates an elegant, discreet ambience.
Examples: Singing - piano or Saxophone - guitar
Trio
A perfect balance between musical presence and lightness, offering a convivial and distinguished atmosphere. Suitable for corporate cocktails, vernissages or medium-sized receptions.
Examples: Saxophone - vibraphone - double bass or Vocals - saxophone - piano
Quartet
A configuration that provides more depth and diversity of sound, while retaining its elegance. Ideal for cocktail parties or prestige dinners for 100 guests or more.
Examples: Singing - saxophone - vibraphone - double bass
Quintet
A complete ensemble offering scope and controlled energy. This formula enhances your corporate event or gala with the excellence of a top-of-the-range event orchestra.
Examples: Vocals - saxophone - guitar - double bass - drums
Sextet
The prestigious, immersive version: a powerful, spectacular stage experience. Perfect for large parties and events of international standing.
Examples: Female singer - male singer - saxophone - guitar - double bass - drums

Shades of Blue - Treat yourself to musical elegance for your events

When you choose Shades of Blue, you’re choosing a top-notch event orchestra that combines experience, high artistic standards and flexibility. Whether you’re planning an elegant wedding in Paris, a private or professional event in the provinces, or a prestigious corporate gala, our mission is to transform your events into authentic, unforgettable musical experiences.