The Umbrella BigBand

Music for Dancing

We are a well established Big Band based in Cambridge, UK. We play a wide variety of musical styles for Strict Tempo Ballroom Dances, 1940s Events, Concerts, Parties and Charity Events throughout the East of England.

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The Band

We are a 15 piece Big Band from near Cambridge, UK, with Saxophones, Trumpets, Trombones, and a Rhythm Section. We also feature talented and experienced vocalists.

We are fully equipped and insured with our own PA and lighting, and can supply our or your recorded music between sets.

We play for Strict Tempo Ballroom Dances, 1940's Events, Concerts, Parties, Weddings and Charity Events providing several hours entertainment per event.

Our Music

Listen to the Band!

We have a huge repertoire of charts from the 1920s to the present day.

For dances we can provide music for all styles from Strict Tempo Quicksteps and Rhumbas to Lindyhop and Swing.

For 1940s events we have an extensive repertoir of classic BigBand and Swing.

Or if your audience are more interested in listening, we can provide a varied concert programme.

Next Events

Our Next Event is: Lesley Whitaker Dance Christmas Ball on Saturday 8th December.
Step by Step Ballroom Dinner Dance Saturday 15th December.

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If you’re looking for a band for your event, please get in touch to see how we can help. We have years of experience in tailoring music to suit events of all kinds.