The Best of Benny Goodman, King of Swing

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The Best of Benny Goodman, King of Swing

Sunday 15 November 2026 · Doors 14:30

Arts Centre, Ashburton

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The Best of Benny Goodman, King of Swing is on Sunday 15 November 2026 at Arts Centre, Ashburton, with doors at 14:30. Tickets start at £8.80, including the booking fee.

Step back into the golden age of swing for an afternoon celebrating the music of the legendary Benny Goodman – the clarinettist who became known throughout the world as the King of Swing. Clarinettist and bandleader Peter Long brings together a superb all-star quintet to recreate the exhilarating sound of Goodman’s celebrated small groups, from hard-swinging showstoppers to some of the most sophisticated chamber jazz ever recorded. Joining Peter are acclaimed vocalist Louise Cookman, vibraphone virtuoso Anthony Kerr, guitarist and vocalist Denny Ilett, pianist Colin Good and drummer Richard Pite – five musicians steeped in the great swing tradition and determined to have some fun with it. Expect Goodman favourites, sparkling improvisation, classic songs and plenty of swing in an irresistible Sunday afternoon celebration of one of jazz’s greatest entertainers. Please note – this is an afternoon show, starting at 3pm (not 7.30pm as listed in the newsletter sent out on 28 October). Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful...

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