Big Band Festival

Glasgow Jazz Festival: Scotland's only Big Band Festival returns to the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Sunday 23rd June!

About Big Band Festival

Scotland’s only Big Band Festival returns in 2019. For the 7th year running we will be showcasing some of the West of Scotland's best big bands, once again 2019 Big Band Festival will be part of the Glasgow International Jazz Festival.

- Zig Zag Big Band
- Berrie Big Big Band
- Byres Road Big Band
- Strathclyde Youth Jazz Orchestra
- East Dunbartonshire Youth Jazz Orchestra

From early big band swing to contemporary pieces, also premier's written and arranged by local Scottish composers.

An exciting fusion of jazz, blues and funk based music.

While we take every opportunity to ensure the details for Big Band Festival are accurate, we always advise that you contact the event organiser before setting out for the event to avoid disapointment.

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Five years on from its landmark debut concert at Celtic Connections, the trailblazing Grit Orchestra returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with 'The Declaration'!

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Celtic Connections: An array of past members and special guests will join Breabach as they celebrate their 15th anniversary with a special event at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!

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Blazin' Fiddles return to Celtic Connections with another collaboration featuring the multi-award-winning singer Emily Smith!

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