Big Band Event Diary
Songs From The Rat Pack with The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band
🎙️ Songs From The Rat Pack with The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band 🎙️
📅 Saturday, 18th October 2025 19:30
📍 City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds
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.
Leyburn Jazz Festival – Sunday 19th October
🎙️ The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band and Cherie Gears🎙️
📅 When: Sunday 19th October 15:00
📍 Where: Leyburn Jazz Festival
The band will also be joined by the wonderful Cherie Gears. Cherie is a captivating vocalist who has enchanted audiences across the UK and Europe with her stunning performances. Whether it’s the soulful depth of blues, or the smooth elegance of jazz, the heartfelt passion of soul Cherie delivers each genre with remarkable authenticity and flair.
Swing Into Christmas with The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band
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.
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