The little big band with a BIG, Big Band Sound. The KD Dance Orchestra are joined by the sensational Ginger Bennett blasting out a set of soul classics. Respect, Best of My Love, Say A Little Prayer, Signed, Sealed, Delivered. “They created a fabulous atmosphere …a truly memorable evening which we will be talking about for the next 25 years! Eurotunnel, 2020
"Peter Cook and Ginger Bennet, a rocking rhythm section and a four-horn front line, KD Jazz are guaranteed to get you in the Festival spirit with a set covering everything from Sinatra to Stevie Wonder."
Canterbury Festival
The KD Dance Orchestra is a tremendous 9 piece party band featuring a full horn section alongside the smoothest vocals. Their music ranges from form the golden era of big band right through to the choicest boogielicious soul. Jazz flights are standard but the smooth vocals from Peter Cook and driving diva anthems from Bennett elevate this fun-loving band to the legendary wonderful party darling status they richly deserve.
The KD Dance Orchestra are stepping off the corporate event circuit for this rare opportunity to see them live.
Band leader Ian Swatman: Ian Swatman is a seasoned Director of Music, Teacher conductor and Bandleader. KD Dance Orchestra combines his love of that big band sound and a driving groovy beat.
Ginger Bennett following the success of her own sell out show at PizzaExpress - Ginger returns to PizzaExpress in full force and full voice. A regular performer at the Canterbury Festival, Faversham Hop Festival and Margate Soul Festival "Bennett has a stage presence..South London banter between tracks give the impression of someone that is fun!" Academy FM "Ginger Bennett's singing was superb" Thanet Radio . "Incredibly Soulful" BBC Radio Kent
Ginger Bennett (vocals)
Ian Swatman (clarinet/sax)
Peter Cook (sax/vocals)
Kevin Dickens (trumpet)
Steve McIntyre (trombone)
Richard Dray (piano)
Dudley Ross (guitar)
Richard Bates (bass)
Matt Raymond (drums)