An Evening of Timeless Dance Music: Put on your dancing shoes and experience the romance and sophistication of traditional swing and ballroom music performed by our 18-piece big band orchestra. From the smooth elegance of the foxtrot to the sensual rhythms of Latin music to the irresistible energy of swing, this enchanting evening celebrates the music that brought generations together on the dance floor.
About the Naples Big Band
Celebrating decades of live music in Southwest Florida, the Naples Big Band has been delighting audiences since 2004 and is dedicated to preserving the swing-era sound.
The Naples Big Band is a vibrant 18-piece orchestra made up of seasoned musicians and educators who have performed with legends such as The Four Tops, The Temptations, Bob Hope, and Liberace, toured nationally, and even graced stages from Carnegie Hall to Walt Disney World. The ensemble features powerhouse brass, and versatile woodwinds. Many members are retired band directors, professional recording artists, and accomplished soloists who now call Southwest Florida home, united by their passion for preserving the swing era’s golden sound and supporting the next generation of young musicians through scholarships and education.
Free Dance Lesson (6:15 PM - 7:15 PM)
Enjoy a free swing and ballroom dance class before the show! Our professional instructors will get you moving with easy steps and simple partnering techniques—no experience needed. Whether you come solo or with a partner, you’ll learn the fundamentals in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Then take your new moves straight to the dance floor as the orchestra fills the night with timeless classics.
RSVP here to attend the dance lesson:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/ArtsBonita3/FreeDanceLessonNaplesBigBand
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