Strictly Smokin’ Big Band: Ella & Ellington feat. Alice Grace
  • Saturday 7 September 2024, 7:30pm
  • The Stoller Hall
  • £24.50
Book tickets
Image Black and white image of swing band performing

“…one of the UK’s most effortlessly fluent big bands” – Jazz Alert

“…innovative musicians at the forefront of the jazz scene.” – The Glasshouse 

Get ready to swing the night away with the Strictly Smokin’ Big Band as they bring to life the timeless music of Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington.  The show’s projected backdrop explores the intricacies of these greats, their music and various collaborators. Plus, with vocalist Alice Grace leading the charge, you’ll be transported back to a golden age of jazz.

As the band takes the stage, you’ll be immersed in the classic sounds of the big band era. From the classic melodies of Duke Ellington to the powerhouse vocals of Ella Fitzgerald, the Strictly Smokin’ Big Band brings the music to life with all the energy and excitement that made that era famous. An exciting journey through the music and lives of these two legends featuring “Let’s Do It”, “Time After Time”, “A Tisket, A Tasket”, “Perdido” and many more both original and brand new arrangements.

Strictly Smokin’ Big Band: Ella & Ellington feat. Alice Grace
  • Saturday 7 September 2024, 7:30pm
  • The Stoller Hall
  • £24.50
Book tickets

“…one of the UK’s most effortlessly fluent big bands” – Jazz Alert

“…innovative musicians at the forefront of the jazz scene.” – The Glasshouse 

Get ready to swing the night away with the Strictly Smokin’ Big Band as they bring to life the timeless music of Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington.  The show’s projected backdrop explores the intricacies of these greats, their music and various collaborators. Plus, with vocalist Alice Grace leading the charge, you’ll be transported back to a golden age of jazz.

As the band takes the stage, you’ll be immersed in the classic sounds of the big band era. From the classic melodies of Duke Ellington to the powerhouse vocals of Ella Fitzgerald, the Strictly Smokin’ Big Band brings the music to life with all the energy and excitement that made that era famous. An exciting journey through the music and lives of these two legends featuring “Let’s Do It”, “Time After Time”, “A Tisket, A Tasket”, “Perdido” and many more both original and brand new arrangements.

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