DCist: This Week In Jazz

Sriram Gopal

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:11:16 -0500

Heryandotus, Here is a calendar of swing dancing events if that's what you're looking for. Also, some of the best big bands in the country are in this area because of all the military bands stationed here. Keep an eye out for the Army Blues, the Navy Commodores, or the Airmen of Note, in particular. All three are fantastic bands and all of their performances are free and open to the public. They perform all over the city in venues ranging from Blues Alley to concert halls, to outdoor summer festivals. Finally, The Thad Wilson Orchestra performs every Monday at Bohemian Caverns. It's a "mini" big band comprised of some of the best musicians in the city. Hope this helps.

heryandotus

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:01:33 -0500

Anyone know where I could ever look to get a "big band" experience. Sort of 40s feeling with 10+ or so musicians all playing at the same time in a bar, club, or restaurant atmosphere. Maybe a venue to keep an eye on their calendar or a band name to look out for? Thanks in advance.

Henry Krinkle

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:41:32 -0500

Some more blues events to add: Saturday is the DC Blues Society's battle of the bands, at Surf Club Live. Also Saturday is the Severn Records 10th anniversary party, presented by the Baltimore Blues Society, at the Fish Head Cantina. It's a 2 pm - 2 am show! Sunday is the Bluebird Blues Festival at P.G. Community College.