Rose Duffy has several interests and accomplishments:

  • She plays the saxophone, flute and piano and loves to sing (see below).
  • She is a children’s book author of two books (See the “About” tab for more information and see the dropdown “Media” tab for a free download of her original song which accompanies her books.
  • She is a songwriter (See “Step Into My Circle of Songwriting!” below.
  • She is a motivational speaker for people, young and old (See the “About” tab.
  • She is a music instructor (See the “Music Lessons” tab).

Get to Know Me!

Rose Duffy is an accomplished musician with 45 years of experience in playing and singing. Known for her mastery of the tenor saxophone and flute, she performs with several local and regional bands, bringing passion and energy to every stage. Throughout her career, Rose has shared stages with legendary artists, including Etta James, Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Matt Guitar Murphy, The Legendary Blues Band, James Cotton, Luther Allison, Betty Carter (“Betty Bebop”), etc. “These artists would routinely come back to Minnesota to perform, and Rose always had an open invitation to sit in with them again. These musical experiences underscore a deep connection to Blues and Jazz traditions. With her once being nominated as “Minnesota’s Best Musician,” her easy-to-see love and passion for the stage, her true appreciation of her fellow musicians’ talents and her love and gratitude for all friends and music fans, Rose is a one-of-a-kind true artist. Please see the “Events” tab to find out where you can catch Rose on stage. 

Please contact Rose if you’re interested in having music at your music venue/establishment, house party, festival, etc. You will have options to choose from, whether you’re looking for a duo, a trio or a full band.  Rose is very dependable, easy to work with, and she’ll make sure your event is a hit!

Step into my circle of songwriting!

As a songwriter, Rose always begins with writing the lyrics first which come from her heart and then follows up with compelling melodies to complete the song. She prides herself on coming up with catchy hooks, such as in the chorus of “All About to Change.” She puts her heart and soul into finding a good home for her songs, as you will easily see in this video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=802gbxpm5-U “All About to Change” came very close to being highlighted in the TV show “Nashville.” Not close enough though … The song is timeless, however. No doubt, Rose will find a good home for it at the right time.

Rose wrote a song for her son when he was about to graduate from high school. This song, “Big Picture Window” was another “almost,” as it was seriously considered for an advertisement for Andersen Windows. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZZoxjwGNUs

Rose is determined to put her songwriting on the map, especially once she retires from her day job in the not-too-distant future. She is always looking for people to collaborate with in the world of songwriting. Please feel free to reach out. For Rose, every note is an invitation – step into her circle and feel the music move you.

“Free downloads of the morning and bedtime versions of the original song, “I Thank God for You” are available under the “Media” tab.  These versions accompany each book.”  

Let's create some music ♭♫

“Please contact me if you’re interested in having music at your music venue/establishment, house party, or festival. You will have options to choose from, whether you’re looking for a duo, a trio or a full band. I will make sure your event is a hit!”