03 - The Big Band

The Big Band

Nothing beats a full big band - saxes, clarinets, flutes and rhythm section all swinging at once. This one is built so everyone can be part of it: parts are matched to your level, and you'll sit beside players who were once where you are.

Rehearsals
1st and 3rd Monday, 8pm start
Location
Women's institute, Bearstead
A big band saxophone section on stage, one player standing to take a tenor sax solo

Starting out

Find your seat

Simplified parts and a friendly section to sit in. You'll learn to count, blend and follow the band.

Finding your feet

Learn to swing

Full parts at a comfortable pace, with help on swing feel, phrasing and your first solos.

Seasoned players

Lead from the front

Proper charts and a band to drive. Take the solos and help bring newer players through.

Ask about a seat Next rehearsal: 16/Nov/2026

What’s on

Upcoming dates

1 / 3
Mon16Nov
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon07Dec
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon21Dec
Rehearsal

Christmas concert

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon04Jan
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon18Jan
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon01Feb
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon15Feb
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon01Mar
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead

Mon15Mar
Rehearsal

Band Practice

8pm - 9:30pmWI - Bearstead