The Jay Cee Big Band presents The History of The Big Band

Experience the raw power and enduring elegance of a century of swing in one
unforgettable night. This isn’t just a concert; it’s history in motion.


From the smoky clubs of the Roaring Twenties to the high‑octane energy of the
modern festival stage, the Big Band sound hasn’t just survived — it has soared. The
Jay Cee Big Band invites you on a thunderous journey through a musical revolution.
We begin where the spark first caught fire, with the sophisticated foundations of
Fletcher Henderson and the unmistakable swing of Benny Goodman. Moving into the
’30s and ’40s, the band brings to life the era when Duke Ellington, Count Basie and
Glenn Miller were the undisputed pop stars of their day, turning jazz into a true “wall of
sound.” As the music evolves, Quincy Jones infuses the tradition with cinematic soul,
paving the way for modern masters like Gordon Goodwin to bring a polished,
funk‑driven edge to the stage.
“When you have the brilliance of the brass and the saxophones... oh man, it's the
original hi‑fi.”
— Benny Goodman
Featuring the cream of local jazz musicians, and authentic arrangements, this concert
is a living, breathing timeline of the very best of Big Band music.