The University of London Big Band one of London's busiest amateur jazz orchestras. Many of their top players are on the verge of professional musical careers, and some play with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra. Others will go on to completely separate careers in merchant banks, consultancies and law firms.
They are currently thriving as a result of the current boom in swing dance, led by such venues as the 100 Club, Oxford Street.
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