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“A celebration of classic Seasonal Swing !” (Telegraph)

Swing ‘n’ sing-along into Christmas – with the unique Five Star Swing Band show – As featured at London’s Leicester Square Theatre and BBC “Children in Need” .

Enjoy all your favourite Christmas songs with the dynamic swing band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole – jazzing up those Jingle Bells!

“Superb – they swing like crazy!” says Sheila Tracy, BBC. As seen at Dame Vera Lynn’s Charity Ball & Blackpool Tower Ballroom. “Swing and Song of the highest order” – Telegraph. Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother), plus Tony Bennett’s trombonist!

“A celebration of barbershop a cappella”

Join Lace City Chorus, the 2023 UK barbershop a cappella champions! The chorus will be joined by participants of their recent 4 week learn-to-sing course Do Something For You.

There will also be two special guests in the form of  Nottingham’s Major Oak Chorus and the Notivation Quartet.

We have had so many requests for Joanna to return to Jazz in the Bar that she’s back by popular demand!

The musical combination of Joanna’s expressive vocals and her father Bob’s arranging and piano playing skills has long been one of the most potent on the local scene. Choosing her material from the best of classic jazz and standard songs, Joanna delivers a polished performance every time.

The trio has performed with a galaxy of UK and American jazz musicians including Scott Hamilton, Karen Sharp and Spike Robinson.

Bob is on piano with Steve Truman’s accomplished bass playing and Clive Loveday’s subtle but swinging drums.

Expect an evening of toe tapping finger snapping jazz…

Registered blind, Rod Pooley has followed in the footsteps of Stevie Wonder to become an accomplished keyboard performer. Expect a unique night of music and entertainment with Rod Pooley!

Jazz vocalist Mandy Tatton delivers beautiful swinging jazz steeped in the influences of Blossom Dearie and Diana Krall, as well as delicious Samba and Bossa Nova songs from Brazil. She has studied music and jazz harmony, and worked with famed British jazz vocalist Lee Gibson. She performs in a number of bands, including The Mandy Tatton Quartet, Jazztastic, Brazilica and Take the A Tram, and the Nottingham Jazz Orchestra.

On her previous appearance Mandy gave us a great night of jazz appreciated by all. Accompanied by the superb Bob Hudson trio for a night of toe tapping jazz.

Book your tickets for Sensation the ABBA Tribute Band and you’ll immerse yourself in the authentic ABBA experience!

Sensation will transport you back to the golden days of ABBA, with stunning harmonies, costumes, choreography and a sprinkling of light-hearted humour.

This unique combination has turned them into one of the most sought-after ABBA Tribute Bands in the world. In fact – they even speak a little Swedish on stage, to add to the whole experience!

Last time out, the show sold out, so make sure to book your tickets early…

A night of organ music from entertainer Tony Stace, presented by the Nottingham Organ Society.

Revival is a well-known rock band from Nottingham who celebrate pop music from an era many of us will always hold close to our hearts; memorable tunes ranging from the late fifties to the early seventies (with a few more well-known melodies thrown in for good measure).

The seven piece band was formed in 1990 and quickly discovered their musical tastes were shared by many other people of a certain age! So much so, the chaps quickly found themselves in demand to play an increasing number of concerts and shows all over the country.

Probably the most prestigious venues played by Revival include The London Guildhall (the week after The Queen Mother celebrated her 100th. birthday there) Wollaton Park, Nottingham Albert Hall and The Nottingham Concert Hall. The band was also pleased to appear on BBC TV for “Children in Need” in 2006, and got a mention on
Radio 2 from Wogan the same year.

Over the years, Revival has reduced in size to six members, three of which were replaced after leaving the band for health and personal reasons.

We were all very sad this year when Bryan, our original bass player, passed after a long illness. He will be remembered fondly by us all for his unique bass playing and his strong sense of humour.

Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, stylishly celebrating the life and music of the legendary Cilla Black as well as a handpicked selection of her well-known contemporaries, including Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Petula Clark, The Beatles and many more.

Starring the unforgettable voice as seen on ITV and previous West End Singer, Sandy Smith as Cilla, the show will take you on a rollercoaster journey through many of the greatest pop songs of the 60s including Cilla’s own chart toppers ‘Anyone Who Had A Heart’, ‘Alfie’ and ‘You’re My World’.

This show is selling out theatres around the country and the reviews speak for themselves.

Other great songs of the decade are featured including‘Dancing in the Street’ ‘Shout’ and ‘Do You Love Me’ ‘Proud Mary’ and more… leaving you all with that feel-good vibe. Hit after hit brings you to your feet ‘Cilla & The Swinging 60s’ has everything – smash hit songs, great music, dancing, singing and a huge smiling memory with the unforgettable Cilla Black.