We are a swing band with Saxes, Trumpets, Trombones and Rhythm section, which is based on the formation used by Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and others.
We play a variety of jazz and swing style music in the big band style and our aim is to provide enjoyable music for our listeners and our players.
Bren Jones Big Band was established by Bren in September 2009 and is based in Hullavington, Wiltshire, consisting of players who have a wealth of experience playing in other musical groups from saxophone ensemble, through concert wind bands, military bands and rock combos to symphony orchestra.
We have a couple of vacancies for trombonists, but other potential players are also encouraged to contact us as we do sometimes need to cover a part due to holidays, illness, etc. We welcome contact from players who would like to come along and have a go and can then be considered for a permanent position in the band when a vacancy arises. Bren Jones Big Band rehearses on a Tuesday evening.
We also hold open rehearsals from time to time for anyone who plays a ‘big band’ instrument. Let us know if you would like to receive an invitation.
Bren Jones Big Band is available for special events throughout the area. We also donate our service to charity events from time to time. If you would like to find out if we can play for your event, please use our contacts form.
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Our Aims and Objectives
- To enjoy making music with like minded people:
- by endeavouring to improve as players and collectively as a group
- by reaching a standard of playing that is as high as possible
- by supporting others in their music making
- by continually aiming to extend the range and repertoire of our music
- To share our music with others
- by playing at public events
- by offering our services to charitable and community organisations and private individuals
- by promoting music making when we can
- To operate as a not for profit group:
- by using any donations/fees received for the benefit of the Band
- by offering our services to charities at minimal cost
- by setting modest fees sufficient only to ensure the economic viability of the band