Radio Days Dance Orchestra
The Radio Days Dance Orchestra is a 14 piece dance orchestra, playing popular music from the 1920's, 30's, and 40's often heralded as the 'Golden Age of Swing'.
The Radio Days reflects the work of many of the famous orchestras with names such as Glen Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington and Artie Shaw being represented amongst several others.
You will undoubtedly have heard many of the titles in the Radio Days repertoire.... Puttin' On The Ritz, The Charleston, In The Mood, Jeepers Creepers, Sunny Side of The Street. The list is extensive.
Enjoy an evening with the big band sound with one of our professional and entertaining Big bands or Orchestras.
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Orchestras and Big Bands
The Debbie Curtis radio Big band
The Debbie Curtis Radio Big Band featuring (if required), John Miller, nephew of the great Glenn Miller, is the UK's top professional Big Band for shows, concerts, private or commercial parties and functions, dances, corporate events, artist backing, TV and radio, awards ceremonies, black tie affairs etc. The band's unique 'Hobsons Choice' Re-enactors and Dancers' (if required) turn a concert into a show!
Using only the highest quality musicians, the band has performed at prestigious venues such as The London Palladium, The London Savoy & The Cafe Royal. Our musicians have also performed with or alongside some of the biggest names in show business such as Paul McCartney, Shirley Bassey, Jamiroqui and Robbie Williams, to name but a few!
All are fully professional, no part timers or amateurs, all are specialists in Big Band, Jazz & Swing!
First established in 1972 by Eddie Curtis, the band can cover the music of all the Big Bands, many Era's and many Styles can be catered for. The band music library has over 1000 music arrangements and continues to grow! Special requests outside of the library content can also be obtained especially for an event, but might be subject to additional costs.
Debbie Curtis is Eddie's daughter, she is the band leader and vocalist, an accomplished musician/performer she is also an expert in Big Band music and the history that surrounds it. Debbie has a real passion for the music she grew up with and is also unique as the only fully professional female Big Band leader in the UK!
Featured vocalist, John Miller, can also be booked to appear with the band. John is the only genuine Miller in the Big Band business today, others trade on the Glenn Miller name, but that is purely the music.
The band has their own PA Sound System, so no need to hire one! It is capable if necessary of producing up to 5000 watts of combined power for larger venues and we do not charge any extra for this!
Should you book the band, the standard package would include Debbie Curtis, 16 musicians, PA System & Sound Engineer.
You can expand the package if you wish with the addition of John Miller, or choose from a wide range of other superb vocalists or star musicians including regulars Iain Ewing & Glen McNamara or other Star Guest performers of your choice.
You might also want to consider, at additional fees, 'Hobsons Choice Re-Enactors and Dancers', including the immensely popular 'Viv The Spiv' and Sergeant Brighton.
We also have Vintage Vehicles available. Hobsons choice can also provide 'Meet & Greet' services, adding a personal touch to your event.
Glenn Macnamara Scherwing Big Band
The SCHERWING Production is fast establishing itself as one of the best big band outfits in the UK.
Bringing you the very best talent this country’s capitol has to offer.
Taking swing music to a new level in excellence.
We are simply the masters of SWING!
Others services you may find of interest...
Glenn Macnamara - Director & Show Producer
Glenn, Scherwing's vocalist, has been a hit on the London circuit for a while now and can be seen regularly at venues in the Capital, most notably The 606 Club in Chelsea. Glenn found his voice at a young age and went on to train as an actor at the prestigious Guilford School Of Acting . His love for the style of Swing and Jazz as led him to play for many high profile people including Duke and Duchess of Wessex. Glenn's acting prowess has been receiving great reviews for his part of Chet Baker in' Speedball' at London Jazz Festival.
Matt Hobson - Director & Assistant MD
A professional drummer/percussionist by trade with many years experience. He spent a 9 year stint in HM Royal Marines Band Service, where he toured extensively and played many diverse places including the Desert Of Oman. Matt has played with many big names in the world of Big Band & Jazz genre including Ken Mackintosh, Don Lusher, Alan Downey, Derek Healey, Mark Nightingale, Tammy Weis, Gary Williams and many more. He is still only 29! ("Though fast
approaching 30!")
Tel: 0845 329 0620