The Story of Swing

The Foundations… An Evening of Swing & Jazz.

A MUSICAL JOURNEY THROUGH DECADES OF ICONIC SWING AND JAZZ, STARRING GARETH JOHN & THE SOS QUINTET.

Join us for an unforgettable night of timeless swing, jazz flair, and captivating storytelling as celebrated trumpeter and vocalist Gareth John brings his acclaimed Story of Swing to life in an intimate setting.

Gareth, who tours nationally with The Story of Swing Big Band Show and The South (formerly Beautiful South) will be backed by a handpicked quintet of some of the UK’s finest jazz talents.

In a brand new high level show, he pays heartfelt tribute to the legends who shaped his musical journey – featuring timeless hits from Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Sammy Davis Jr, Louis Prima, Chet Baker, right through to modern day vocalists such as Michael Bublé, Robbie Williams, Matt Goss, Paul Anka and Harry Connick Jr.

Gareth’s dynamic presence and rich musicality promise a performance that’s both technically brilliant and deeply entertaining. Expect familiar classics, fresh interpretations, and stories that breathe life into the golden era of swing.