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If you’re interested in performing with a fun, committed group of musicians, we’d love to hear from you - we can be contacted at WestwindSwing@gmail.com
Musicians Needed
Westwind Swing Band is seeking new regular members to join our established 17-piece big band. Swing or jazz experience and improvisation ability are desirable, and while musical skill matters, we’re equally focused on finding members who fit well with the group. Whether rehearsing or performing, we’re active nearly every Thursday night. Our regular rehearsals take place at Hopkins North Middle School, and we maintain a full annual performance schedule of 20–24 gigs held on Thursdays and other days throughout the year.
We are currently in need of a piano/keyboard player and a trumpet player (the trumpet section rotates parts - including lead and solos, the ideal candidate is comfortable in all roles). And if a "full-time" position isn't for you, we are also always looking for substitute musicians in all sections.
Join our roster of quality musicians to fill in for
unavoidable absences of our regular performers.
If you’re interested in performing with a fun, committed group of musicians, we’d love to hear from you - we can be contacted at WestwindSwing@gmail.com
Westwind Swing Band's Mission:
To preserve and perform classic Swing Era and similarly styled music, as recorded by the original artists.
We are an 17-piece big band available for your listening and dancing pleasure! We perform at a variety of venues from wineries, swing dances, weddings and other private events to city parks and senior centers. You can hear us play regularly at the Wabasha Street Caves Swing Dancing Night from 7 - 10 PM on the first Thursday of every month.
Typical venues that work well for us are ballrooms, banquet and concert halls, city park band shells, community centers, party rooms, wineries, breweries, retirement communities, and senior residences.
We are becoming a Twin Cities wedding band of note with several recent bookings and we are already booking into next year! Call now to check availability and reserve your date!
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