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NEWS >>

>> We just played Henley bandstand (Sun 27th July) by the river - lovely - even the weather was kind, if a little breezy for the sheet music.

>> Next event is 2pm Sun 10th August at Bracknell's South Hill Park for their "Music on the Terrace" series of concerts. Free entry & free parking. Full band - should be another cracker - come on down, bring a blanket, chairs, and a picnic.

>> We're also at Bracknell Bowling & Social Club's "Summer Fair" on Sat 20th September

>> Next big event is 7.30pm Sat 11th October at Carnation Hall, Winkfield Row, Bracknell - this time it's a charity event for Macmillan Cancer Support. Tickets are now available at the usual £15 each. Our singer will be the fabulous Sarah Jane Eveleigh. Seating around tables of eight. The cafe will again be run by "Linda & Friends" offering tea, coffee, homemade cakes, and savoury treats. And bring your own beer/wine/nibbles as you choose. To book tickets, phone 07739-314261 any time, or email davidbennett470@gmail.com These Carnation Hall events always sell out quickly, and we limit numbers to 100​​​

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>> We're always looking for more opportunites to play. Do you know of any local events or venues that might be interested ?? We always put on an entertaining show full of music suitable for a "general" audience. Phone or email to discuss. Charity fund-raising events also considered.

>> Sat 10th May 2025 - second public concert of the year at Carnation Hall (Winkfield Row, Bracknell) and featured Mr Jeremy Lassen - again SOLD OUT

>> Sat 22nd Feb 2025 - the band played its first public concert of the year at Carnation Hall (Winkfield Row, Bracknell) and featured Sarah Jane Eveleigh - again SOLD OUT

>> Sat 16th Nov 2024 - the band played its third public concert of the year at Carnation Hall (Winkfield Row, Bracknell) - again SOLD OUT
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>> Wed 16th Oct 2024 - at Bracknell's South Hill Park Arts Centre, in their fabulous oak-panelled Recital Room
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>> Sun 25th Aug 2024 - Windsor's Alexandra Gardens bandstand
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>> Wed 17th Jul 2024 - Peacock Farm pub & dining
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>> Sat 11th May 2024 - Carnation Hall (Winkfield Row, Bracknell)
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>> Sat 3rd Feb 2024 - Carnation Hall (Winkfield Row, Bracknell)

In the past year or so, the band has also played at South Hill Park's Festival of Food & Music, a wedding reception, The Wilde Theatre, Jennett's Park Community Centre, Bracknell Bowling Club, St Michael's church Easthampstead, The Lexicon Proms.

About the Band

We are The Supertonics Big Band, a 17-piece big band, plus singers, based in Bracknell, Berkshire.

 

We play a mixture of traditional big band swing music, from the likes of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman etc - other popular jazz standards arranged for big band - music from musicals & the movies, and even some rock & roll and other "modern" tunes.

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We rehearse every Wednesday evening, at the BBC (that's Bracknell Bowling Club !!) - we're always looking for more guest players - phone or email any time.

We play public concerts around east Berkshire, including South Hill Park Arts Centre, or Carnation Hall in Winkfield Row. Tickets always sell out fast as we have an enthusiastic following.

All material (including text, design & band photos) Copyright 2017 David Bennett & The Supertonics Big Band

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