OUT OF THE BLUE BIG BAND
OUT OF THE BLUE BIG BAND
We are Out Of The Blue, an 18-piece Jazz Big Band with a great female vocalist and are based in Birmingham, UK. Under the musical directorship of Jo James, our repertoire is drawn from the classic swing and Big Band arrangements of the Basie and Ellington era as well as latin, blues, soul, pop and even rock n’roll. We play a mix of music that crosses all genres and ages - there is something for everybody to enjoy!
NEWS BEATS
Recent Gigs
February 04, 2023
Back at Thimblemill Library with a large, friendly and incredibly generous Thimblemill audience.
We played two great sets featuring the sublime, silky vocals of Jan Harris. The highlight of the evening was a vocal number by our pianist, Rebecca Bazlov.
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December 03, 2022
Back at Solihull Methodist Church after a 3-year absence where we played two good sets featuring jazz arrangements of Christmas favourites. Thanks for the hospitality and reception we received and, as always, the biggest cheer was for our vocalist, Jan Harris.
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November 19, 2022
What fantastic hospitality we received at Feckenham Hall where we played two really good sets including several new numbers to one of the most appreciative audiences we have ever had. The band got a great reception, but there was an even bigger one for Jan Harris.
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September 11, 2022
Another great gig back at Moor Green Allotments. The weather was good and still warm, excellent beer and food available and a brilliant venue. We played two sets to an appreciative audience and again Jan Harris was the star of the show.
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June 12, 2022
Great weather and a brilliant gig playing outside at Hollywood Social Club in aid of Alzheimer's Society. A highly appreciative audience appeared to really enjoy our two sets.
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 OOTB at Thimblemill Library |  OOTB at Himley Hall and Park |  OOTB at Halesowen Cricket Club |  OOTB at Solihull Methodist Church |  OOTB at Feckenham Hall |  OOTB at Thimblemill Library |
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 OOTB at Thimblemill Library |  OOTB at Thimblemill Library |  OOTB at Thimblemill Library |  OOTB at Thimblemill Library |  OOTB at Halesowen Cricket Club |  OOTB at LAYCA Centre |
 OOTB at Thimblemill Library |  OOTB at LAYCA Centre |
BAND LINE-UP
Musical Director
Jo James
Saxophones
1st Alto Sax - Martin Leeson
2nd Alto Sax - Linda Cullen
1st Tenor Sax - Dave Badger
2nd Tenor Sax - Noel Warr
Baritone Sax - Phil Murray
Trombones
1st Trombone - Lewis Robertson
2nd Trombone - Matthew Powell
3rd Trombone - Michael Lacoult
Bass Trombone - Colin Howard
Trumpets
1st Trumpet - Nick Frost
2nd Trumpet - John Sheard
3rd Trumpet - TBA
4th Trumpet - Gill Kelly
Rhythm Section
Keyboards - Rebecca Bazlov
Bass - Bob (Fred) Walker
Drums - Alex Robertson
Guitar - Neil Bevan
Vocalist
Jan Harris
MUSIC
VIDEOS
FUTURE GIGS
Friday 31st March 2023
The Bear Tavern
498 Bearwood Rd, Bearwood, Smethwick
B66 4HB
CONTACT
Want to learn more about Out Of The Blue Big Band, their music, gigs and how to book them? Don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Jo James, Musical Director
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