Presenting four very different big bands: multi award winner TRISH CLOWES guests with Cambridge University Jazz Orchestra (Nov 24) for a joyous evening of both standards and original compositions at West Road, while ‘energetic, hard-rocking’ contemporary 15-piece BEATS & PIECES (Nov 25), will be presenting fresh and original music at Mumford Theatre. French horn player & composer, JIM RATTIGAN and his 15-piece band PAVILLON (Nov 17), present Strong Tea, original jazz compositions reflecting the bands’ multitude of personalities and styles. To celebrate 100 years of jazz (#jazz100) and community big bands, the sensational LONDON GAY BIG BAND (Nov 19) will be performing with a chance to ‘LEARN TO SWING DANCE’ with the Cambridge Lindy Hoppers (Nov 19 & 25).