The Northern Swing Orchestra is a 16 piece Big Band based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, and plays 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 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 who perform with the band enthrall audiences with classic Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darrin, Ella Fitzgerald and Judy Garland numbers
Looking for a Big Band for your Event?
The Northern Swing Orchestra is the perfect Big Band to hire for your Wedding, Event, Party, Birthday, or function in Yorkshire or throughout the UK.
Upcoming Gigs
The Northern Swing Orchestra and Ruby Walker – Sunday 6th June – Swillington
Ruby is from Huddersfield and has just finished studying A level Music at Greenhead College. Ruby also plays clarinet and saxophone and is going to study music LIPA in September.
Ruby’s vocal influences include Adele, Amy Winehouse and Etta James. Sunday 6th July is a date not to be missed!
Join us for an afternoon of unforgettable Big Band music featuring The Northern Swing Orchestra.
Experience the thrill of a 16-piece Big Band with classic hits and timeless tunes.
🎫 Tickets: Only £7!
Under 16s: FREE
Songs From The Rat Pack with The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band
🎙️ Songs From The Rat Pack with The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band 🎙️
đź“… Sunday, 28th September 2025 19:30
đź“Ť Blackburn Empire Theatre
It’s all systems go for Yorkshire’s premier Big Band, The Sixteen Piece Northern Swing Orchestra, as they gear up for an electrifying performance.
Prepare yourself for an evening packed with timeless music, irresistible rhythms, and entertainment guaranteed to have you tapping your feet and singing along. With their sensational Rat Pack and Big Band Show, this will be an event to remember!
Featuring the legendary hits of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., alongside the swingin’ classics of Count Basie, the night will transport you back to the golden age of music. Expect to hear iconic songs like “The Lady Is a Tramp”, “Me and My Shadow”, and “Ain’t That a Kick in the Head”, along with swinging instrumental numbers like “Flight of the Foo Birds”, “Splanky” and “Sweet Georgia Brown”.
With three incredible vocalists delivering smooth, powerful performances, you’ll be swept away by the charm, energy, and unforgettable tunes that defined the Rat Pack era.
Don’t miss this chance to experience a night of world-class music and nostalgia! Join us for an evening that promises to be a highlight of the year.
đź“… Sunday, 28th September 2025 19:30
đź“Ť Blackburn Empire Theatre
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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