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Saturday 8 February 2025, 7.30pm

BBC Big Band

BBC Big Band

Presented by Saffron Hall

Tickets from £20

Price includes a commission of £1.00

The internationally-acclaimed BBC Big Band are joined by the incredible vocal talents of Elaine Delmar for an evening of swinging classics inspired by two legends of Big Band and Jazz: Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington.

Through their work individually, as well as through their various album and live collaborations, these two giants of twentieth-century music continue to define and epitomise a classic era of music. Through a wonderfully diverse programme, curated by the Orchestra’s conductor and Barry Forgie, prepare for a swinging evening that brings to life Ella’s and the Duke’s timeless music.

Featuring iconic numbers such as Take the A Train, Mood Indigo and It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) through to the likes of That Old Black Magic, Fascinating Rhythm and Someone to Watch Over Me … as well as a few surprises along the way.

Performance information

Running time

To be confirmed

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Booking information

Seating style

This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating

Discounts

Under 25s can purchase half price tickets for this show.

Transport

Shuttle bus

The shuttle bus won't be running for this event

Programme and performers

Performers

  • BBC Big Band
  • Barry Forgie conductor & musical director
  • Elaine Delmar vocalist

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Information for your visit

Saturday 8 February 2025, 7.30pm

Schedule

All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.

Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.

When to arrive

6.30pm - 7.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.

Foyer opens

6.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.

Auditorium opens

7pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.

Show starts

7.30pm

Show ends

To be confirmed

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Location

Saffron Hall

Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4UH

Transport

Shuttle bus

The shuttle bus won't be running for this performance
More info

Additional information

Drinks

For this event, you're welcome to bring drinks purchased from our bar into the event with you.

Cloakroom

We are unable to allow any bags into the performance space which are larger than a hand bag or small backpack. Unfortunately our cloakroom will not be in operation.

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