This is not your average ‘big band’, they are one of the most exciting ensembles of its kind anywhere in Europe.
Coming from the legendary musical city of Manchester, 14 musicians immediately capture you with their very own sound, embracing raw rock energy, pop melodies, dancefloor grooves and primal jazz improvisation.
“Fast becoming one of the foundations of the current UK jazz scene, Beats & Pieces make fun, grooving, high-impact music Mancunian style… continuing the great tradition of UK big bands” Jez Nelson, BBC Jazz on 3