Starring Darius Campbell In his most challenging role to date! The History of the Big Bands sees the incomparable Darius transport the audience on a magical musical journey revisiting some of Swing’s very best songs. All the famous tunes from the world’s greatest big band leaders are here, music from: Harry James • Benny Goodman • Tommy Dorsey • Duke Ellington Glenn Miller • Count Basie • Woody Herman & Buddy Rich. The History of the Big Bands features a magnificent 16 piece big band and a series of first class soloists who cover the famous solos as played by the original bandleaders. The audience is led on a musical ride from one band leader to another by the talented, charismatic and hugely successful Darius. Darius is of course no stranger to the big stage. From pop star to opera star, he shot to fame through Pop Idol, had five Top 10 singles including the No. 1 Colourblind, a platinum album and a gold album. He's starred on the West End stage in Chicago, Guys 'n' Dolls and Gone with the Wind and he recently won TV's Pop Star to Opera Star going on to play a lead role in Carmen at the O2. Following in the footsteps of the great crooners such as Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin and Andy Williams, Darius takes on his most challenging role yet. Crooning is a style that has its roots in the Bel Canto of Italian opera, but with the emphasis on subtle vocal nuances and phrasing found in jazz, and Darius could be made for the part. The History of the Big Bands promises an outstanding evening of high energy, virtuoso musicianship and wonderful songs. A fantastic show it’s sure to appeal to every big band fan and more
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