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The LUU Big Band is a Leeds University Union society, playing a variety of jazz, pop, and contemporary music. The band was formed in 1987 and has grown in popularity to become one of the most prestigious musical societies at the University. The line-up is that of a traditional big band, with a full rhythm section, saxophones, trombones and trumpets.
Their musical directors have worked tirelessly since September, with emphasis on overall tone, and perfecting different styles for different charts. This has allowed the band to play a wide variety of music, from traditional Count Basie swing charts to pop and disco songs from the likes of Chaka Kahn and Michael Jackson, along with some more challenging contemporary charts. The band are really looking forward to playing at Seven Arts for what will be one of their final gigs of the year.
Personnel – Becca Mahony, vocals, Emily Ilott, vocals Like Saunders, vocals Evan McNab, alto sax Jonny Green, alto sax, Alex West, tenor sax Harry Hutchins, tenor sax, Vic Hayter, bari sax, Billy Stanhope, trumpet Frank Ainley-Carruthers, trumpet Izzy Davidson, trumpet Eiry Allender, trumpet Jamie Tillen, trombone, musical director Rollo Jackson, trombone John Cordall, trombone Mason Hirst, bass trombone Harvey O’Connell, guitar Matty Stephenson, keyboards Greg Hall, bass George Rebello, drums, musical director
Sunday 8th May @Seven Arts 1.30-4pm £10 full price, £8 concessions, £5 for 25s and under, and kids under 16 can come along for free.
