Big band – Upcoming Concerts
In The Mood: A 1940s Musical Revue
Saturday, March 7, 2026 @ 2:00pm – 4:00pm (PST)
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, Seattle, WA, United States
This 1940s song and swing dance revue celebrates America's Greatest Generation through music of Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Goodman, Sinatra, The Andrews Sisters and more.
$52-$79
Studio Jazz Ensemble and Modern Band
Monday, March 9, 2026 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PDT)
Katharyn Alvord Gerlich Theater at Meany Hall (formerly Meany Theater), Seattle, WA, United States
The Studio Jazz Ensemble performs big band arrangements and repertory selections. The Modern Band performs innovative arrangements of jazz standards, selections from the outer limits of the genre, and new original compositions
$15 ($10 student/senior)
A Little 'Light' Music: Music of Remembrance’s First Annual Fundraiser
Sunday, April 26, 2026 @ 6:00pm – 9:30pm (PDT)
Women's University Club, Seattle, WA, United States
Mingle with MOR artists and enjoy a magical evening of classical music, klezmer, opera and show tunes. This unforgettable evening includes wine, hors d'oeuvres, dinner and live music by our amazing musicians.
Contact for pricing
Federal Way Symphony Swing Band: Sinatra Sight-Line
Sunday, January 24, 2027 @ 5:00pm – 7:00pm (EST)
St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Federal Way, WA, United States
Sizzling Sinatra and favorite big band tunes, led by Lonnie Mardis and Todd Zimberg. Featured on this program is Seattle crooner Danny Quintero.
$15-$32, age 18 & under free
Everett Philharmonic Spring Fling to That Fascinating American Rhythm
Friday, April 2, 2027 @ 5:30pm – 9:30pm (PDT)
Edward D. Hansen Conference Center at XFINITY Arena, Everett, WA, United States
FUNdraiser including a mini-concert with music of Cole Porter, George Gershwin, and Duke Ellington. Dinner, silent auction, and after-dinner dancing.
$90-$100
PAS Day of Percussion
Saturday, April 24, 2027 @ 10:00am – 6:30pm (PDT)
Meany 268, Seattle, WA, United States
Percussion performances by Garfield High School Drumline, Blue Thunder Drumline, UW Zimbabwean Marimba Club, Terry Longshore, and RE:Percussion Duo.
$5-$15
The Seattle Composer Alliance's Annual Spring Soiree and Gala
Monday, May 17, 2027 @ 7:00pm – 11:00pm (PDT)
The Royal Room, Seattle, WA, United States
A multi-genre event, featuring the urban stylings of Grace Love, the jazz and R&B compositions of Josh Rawlins, and a composition for piano trio by Brad Hawkins.
$25-$30
Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra presents Big Band Bossa Nova
Friday, June 18, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PDT)
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, Seattle, WA, United States
Samba into your summer as the infectious grooves of Antonio Carlos Jobim, Hermeto Pasqual, and Stan Getz fill the hall with the sounds of Brazil and Latin America.
SOLD OUT
Epiphany Seattle Summer Concert Series: Brass Band Northwest
Thursday, July 8, 2027 @ 6:30pm – 8:30pm (PDT)
Epiphany Parish of Seattle, Seattle, WA, United States
Brass Band Northwest brings a program of Americana “concert-in-the-park” music that all ages can enjoy, performed with a unique all-brass sound.
Free (Free)
Garfield Orchestra presents The Music of Motown!
Thursday, April 6, 2028 @ 7:00pm – 9:00pm (PDT)
Garfield High School – Quincy Jones Auditorium, Seattle, WA, United States
Garfield Orchestra performs the music of Motown with the Garfield Jazz Choir and members of the Garfield Jazz Band.
$10 suggested donation
Music Center of the Northwest: Jazz in the Beer Garden
Monday, June 19, 2028 @ 5:30pm – 8:30pm (PDT)
Lagunitas Tap Room, Seattle, WA, United States
Music provided by Centerpiece Jazz Band and Music Center's Vocal Jazz Ensemble.
$10
Music Center of the Northwest: Vocal Jazz, Music Center Chorale, & Swing Machine
Friday, December 15, 2028 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm (PST)
Music Center of the Northwest, Seattle, WA, United States
A concert of the Vocal Jazz ensemble, Music Center Chorale, and Swing Machine Big Band.
Free
South Whidbey Sweetheart Big Band Dance
Saturday, February 10, 2029 @ 7:00pm – 9:00pm (PST)
South Whidbey High School – Old Commons, Langley, WA, United States
Enjoy an evening of swing dancing to the big band sound, raffle & door prizes and fancy desserts & refreshments.
Free ($15 suggested donation)
CWU Music at Benaroya Hall
Thursday, May 24, 2029 @ 6:30pm – 10:00pm (PDT)
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, Seattle, WA, United States
Including the CWU Jazz Band and Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Chamber Choir, Wind Ensemble, University Chorale, Central Singers, and the Symphony Orchestra. The program culminates with Brahms' Ein deutsches Requiem.
$25/$35/$45
Epiphany Seattle Summer Concert Series: Brass Band Northwest
Friday, July 13, 2029 @ 6:30pm – 8:30pm (PDT)
Epiphany Parish of Seattle, Seattle, WA, United States
Bring a picnic supper for this outdoor pops program!
Free
The Tacoma Concert Band Presents 'Pictures At An Exhibition'
Saturday, October 13, 2029 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PDT)
Rialto Theater, Tacoma, WA, United States
Richard Strauss – Horn Concerto No. 1
Modest Mussorgsky – Pictures at an Exhibition
Edward Elgar – Selected works
Richard Wagner – Selected works
Modest Mussorgsky – Pictures at an Exhibition
Edward Elgar – Selected works
Richard Wagner – Selected works
$18-$36
The US Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus
Thursday, October 18, 2029 @ 7:00pm – 9:00pm (PDT)
Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center, Federal Way, WA, United States
Unparalleled versatility of programming, from orchestral masterworks and operatic arias to Sousa marches, jazz classics, and Broadway musicals.
Free (Free)
Federal Way Symphony: Beat, Boogie, & Bounce
Saturday, January 26, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center, Federal Way, WA, United States
Members of the orchestra perform 1940s swing era classics featuring the music of the Andrews Sisters with their close-harmony hits.
$26-$49
West Seattle Community Orchestras: 2019 Gala
Saturday, October 26, 2030 @ 6:00pm – 9:00pm (PDT)
Alki Masonic Hall, Seattle, WA, WA, United States
Featuring chamber music from WSCO members, the West Seattle Big Band, dinner, and a silent auction.
$40 / $35
Seattle Pacific University: Jazz/Percussion Concert
Tuesday, November 5, 2030 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
SPU Nickerson Studios, Seattle, WA, United States
Co-produced by SPU’s Jazz Ensemble and Percussion Ensemble, this concert features a multitude of styles – including traditional, be-bop, and contemporary.
Free (Free)
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