Description

The Dave Hankin Band was formed in November 2007 and began regularly meeting at rehearsals to work on Dave's library of personally-crafted arrangements. The full-size, 17 piece line-up, plus the captivating vocals of Bern Stewart, were soon branching out from local venues and jazz clubs, and began performing at festivals and theatres around the South West .Along the way, the band has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in British music, with the likes of Gordon Campbell (trombone), Bruce Adams (trumpet) and Alan Barnes (saxophone) joining them for special concerts.

Now developing quite a following, the band?s shows have played to sold-out theatres across the region. Dave?s expertly crafted arrangements have been broadcast on radio and TV, and performed by the BBC Big Band. The band?s repertoire includes unforgettable music from the likes of  Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Duke Ellington, Nelson Riddle  and vocal swing from The Rat Pack. Audiences of all ages will be thrilled by the sound of this amazing big band.

Press reviews have included:
?without any exaggeration The Dave Hankin Big Band is by far the finest large-scale big band unit that we have ever had in the South West?
?Superb instrumentation and orchestration?the blending of the reeds and brass was exceptional?


See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre.
Level access from street

Description

Ashburton Arts Centre is a community-owned and run place where the arts of all kinds happen.

It opened in 2018 in the town's old Methodist Church. Come see world-class live music, theatre, etc plus local performers, classes and community events.

15 West Street,

Ashburton,

Devon,

England,

TQ13 7DT.

07980 680052