South London Jazz Orchestra

South London Jazz Orchestra brings the exhilarating sound of a full big band to Toulouse Lautrec, featuring music by Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and more.

Classic big band swing and jazz from across the ages

Settle in for a lively afternoon of classic big band jazz and swing, performed by the brilliant South London Jazz Orchestra.

Journey through the golden age of big band music with favourites from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Neal Hefti, alongside contemporary arrangements of well-loved classics. With a set list designed to showcase the rich diversity of jazz composition and arranging, you may also hear excursions into Latin, funk and a few unexpected musical surprises.

If there’s room, dancing in the aisles is strongly encouraged, or simply sit back and enjoy the exhilarating sound of a full big band swing.

About the South London Jazz Orchestra

Founded in 2000, the South London Jazz Orchestra is a talented ensemble of amateur musicians united by a passion for community music, supporting good causes and bringing the music they love to life.

The orchestra performs more than 30 gigs each year, appearing everywhere from pubs, bandstands and weddings to intimate jazz clubs and the Edinburgh and Brighton Fringe festivals. They can even be found encouraging runners at mile 11 of the London Marathon.

SLJO is part of South London Community Music, alongside South London Symphonic Winds and the London Sings choir. The orchestra is always pleased to hear from prospective new members, so if you like what you hear, get in touch.