Blake’s Heaven Big Band, formed in October 2007, consists of some of the best Jazz Musicians in Oxfordshire, and beyond. The compositions are fresh and interesting and the arrangements have been crafted with a new twist, keeping it challenging for the players and entertaining for the audience. As the 21st Century Big Band, Blake’s Heaven delivers thoughtful, high energy, contemporary big band music with the charismatic vocals of Linda Blake in blues, latin, funk, soul, rock and jazz swing styles.

The repertoire appeals to a varied audience with songs from well known artists over the years. The Jazz influence stems from Dave Brubeck, Buddy Rich and, the recent, Gordon Goodwin and GRP All-star big bands. Many of the arrangements have been tailored to feature individual members of Blake’s Heaven Big Band to showcase their innate talents.