The Swing Shift Orchestra was formed in Vancouver in 2009 by vocalist Karyn Way and saxophonist Daniel Séguin. This 12 piece Jazz big band (plus singer!) features some of Vancouver’s best musicians aged ranging from 25 to 75!
Our repertoire includes arrangements of songs by all the great artists from the Swing Era like, Tommy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw. We also have an extensive list of songs covering many different dance styles including Rhumba, Cha-Cha-Cha, Waltz, Bossa Nova and Polka to name a few. A complete list of songs is available on request.
The group consists of veteran Vancouver-based musicians:
- Karyn Way – vocals, host
- Daniel Séguin – band leader, alto saxophone, clarinet
- James Hill – tenor saxophone, clarinet, flute
- Ward Redditt – alto saxophone, clarinet
- Kevin Arland – baritone saxophone
- Steve Prestage – trumpet, flugelhorn
- Gerry Deagle – trumpet, flugelhorn
- Ryan Neso – trumpet, flugelhorn
- Peter Homenuk – trombone
- Brian Thomson – trombone
- Jason DeCouto – piano
- Derek DiFillippo – bass
- Alex McKechnie – drums
The group is available to play for any occasion: weddings, conventions, private functions and special events. Smaller versions of the band are available. Please contact us for details.
For bookings and further information, please contact:
Daniel Séguin - Tel: (604)767-6965 Email: dan@segwaymusic.com
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