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 4th January – Swing into Sunday with Nicki Allan
Nicki Allan and The Northern Swing Orchestra – Sunday 4th Jan 2026
🌟 Featuring the Sensational 16-Piece Big Band & the return of the wonderful Nicki Allan! 🌟
Expect punchy brass, crisp rhythms and that classic big band buzz — the kind that makes a Sunday afternoon feel like a night out.
🎫 Tickets: Only £7!
A Tribute to Glenn Miller with The Northern Swing Orchestra – Lawrence BAtley Theatre – Huddersfield – Friday 20th February 2026
The Northern Swing Orchestra, a 16-piece Big Band, are very excited to be returning to Lawrence Batley Theatre with their tribute to the great band leader and musician Glenn Miller.
Glenn Miller was one of the most successful bandleaders of the 1930’s and 40’s with a string of hit records – in fact Chattanooga Choo Choo earned the first gold record ever awarded to a performing artist. This was followed by many other hit records including A String of Pearls, Moonlight Serenade and Tuxedo Junction to name but a few. In 1942 Glenn formed his AAF band until his sad disappearance in December 1944.
This show promises to be an event not to be missed when the band will be performing classics such as Little Brown Jug, Caribbean Clipper, In The Mood, Pennsylvania 65000 along with Don’t Sit Under The Apple Tree, Chattanooga Choo Choo and Kalamazoo to name but a few. They guarantee to have your feet tapping and you will want to be dancing in the aisles!
The Leeds based Northern Swing Orchestra was formed by leader Jonathan Wyatt, who has almost 40 years of experience in running a Big Band. This evening they will recreate the authentic sounds of the big band era. Also featured will be two fantastic vocalists with The Northern Swing Orchestra adding that final touch of class to an event that promises to be an evening of excellent entertainment.
A Tribute to Glenn Miller with The Northern Swing Orchestra – King’s Hall – Ilkley – Saturday 9th May 2026
The Northern Swing Orchestra, a 16-piece Big Band, are very excited to be returning to Lawrence Batley Theatre with their tribute to the great band leader and musician Glenn Miller.
Glenn Miller was one of the most successful bandleaders of the 1930’s and 40’s with a string of hit records – in fact Chattanooga Choo Choo earned the first gold record ever awarded to a performing artist. This was followed by many other hit records including A String of Pearls, Moonlight Serenade and Tuxedo Junction to name but a few. In 1942 Glenn formed his AAF band until his sad disappearance in December 1944.
This show promises to be an event not to be missed when the band will be performing classics such as Little Brown Jug, Caribbean Clipper, In The Mood, Pennsylvania 65000 along with Don’t Sit Under The Apple Tree, Chattanooga Choo Choo and Kalamazoo to name but a few. They guarantee to have your feet tapping and you will want to be dancing in the aisles!
The Leeds based Northern Swing Orchestra was formed by leader Jonathan Wyatt, who has almost 40 years of experience in running a Big Band. This evening they will recreate the authentic sounds of the big band era. Also featured will be two fantastic vocalists with The Northern Swing Orchestra adding that final touch of class to an event that promises to be an evening of excellent entertainment.
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.
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.
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