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The Northern Swing Orchestra – 16 Piece Big Band

The Northern Swing Orchestra is a 16 piece Big Band based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, we play some of the very best in big band music.

We have an extensive Swing Band library including numbers made famous by the bands of Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, and Count Basie, to name just a few. More recently, the band’s library has grown to include new arrangements by some of the country’s leading composers and arrangers.

The vocalists enthral audiences with classic Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darrin, Ella Fitzgerald and Judy Garland numbers.

Easy to Love Album

It’s been a while in the making, but we are really pleased finally share our new album with you.

Order your CD or download a copy from Bandcamp

Or pick up a copy at a gig!

Upcoming Gigs

Sunday 2nd November – Swillington
Sunday 7th December – Swillington
Friday 12th December – Swillington Big Band Christmas Party
Friday 19th December – Swing into Christmas – Ilkley King’s Hall

Cherie Gears and The Northern Swing Orchestra – Swillington – Sunday 2nd November

Cherie Gears and The Northern Swing Orchestra

🎷 Swing Into Sunday with The Northern Swing Orchestra! 🎺
🎙️ The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band and Cherie Gears 🎙️
📅 When: Sunday 2nd November at 3:30pm
📍 Where: Swillington Sports and Social Club, Leeds

🌟 Featuring the Sensational 16-Piece Big Band & the return of the fantastic Cherie Gears! 🌟

Join us for an afternoon of unforgettable Big Band music featuring The Northern Swing Orchestra and the sensational Cherie Gears.

Experience the thrill of a 16-piece Big Band with classic hits and timeless tunes.

🎫 Tickets: Only £7!
Under 16s: FREE

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Big Band music. Grab your tickets now for a Sunday to remember!

Swing Into Christmas with The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band

Swing into Christmas - Ilkey King's Hall 19th Dec 2025

🎙️ Swing Into Christmas with The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band 🎙️
📅 Friday 19 December 2025 19:30
📍 King’s Hall, Ilkley

It’s full steam ahead for The Northern Swing Orchestra as they prepare for their forthcoming festive concert ‘Swing into Christmas’, on stage at The Kings Hall in Ilkley on Friday 19 December 2025

Jonathan, the 16 piece Big Band and singers have been working hard to put the finishing touches to this year’s show, which features Cherie Gears and Stephen Amer.

Yorkshire’s premier Big Band promises a night of the very best Christmas songs and traditional festive favourites. It guarantees to have you tapping along, singing and laughing in your seats! The show includes holiday classics such as ‘Jingle Bells, ‘Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town’ and ‘White Christmas’ as well as festive versions of Big Band instrumental classics.

📅 Friday 19 December 2025 19:30
📍 King’s Hall, Ilkley

Looking for a Big Band for your Event?

The Northern Swing Orchestra is the perfect Big Band to hire for a range of events including your Wedding, Party, Birthday, or function in Yorkshire or throughout the UK.

Hallelujah – Issey Chivers and The Northern Swing Orchestra

Whether it is the nostalgia of the 1940’s or the excitement of big band jazz, The Northern Swing Orchestra will always provide excellent entertainment.

AVAILABLE FOR BOOKINGS

Contact us

Should you have a booking enquiry please call us on

TELEPHONE  – 07968 192757   EMAIL – northernswingorchestra@gmail.com

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