So Much Fun it’s Scary!

Grab your costume, dancing shoes, and vax card and join the “Best Big Band in Denver,” for an exciting evening of live music and dancing on Saturday, October 30, at the Avalon Ballroom, 6185 Arapahoe in Boulder.

Dance to the great Swing Era music of Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton, Gene Krupa, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Diane Schuur, Frank Sinatra, and more.

Beginners, all ages welcome. Proof of  full vaccination required. No exceptions.  Masks optional.  Costumes strongly encouraged. Bring your own wine or beer.

FJO is a traditional 18-piece BIG BAND that captures the romance and excitement of the Swing Era, with dance music by Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton, Gene Krupa, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Diane Schuur, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Buddy Rich, and more.

Composed of the region’s most outstanding professional musicians, and one of the finest jazz singers in the country, this is swing dance music that will have everyone on their feet.

FJO mixes swinging classics with smoky ballads and easy-listening concert pieces; something for everyone.  Rated “Best Big Band in Denver” by CBS Local, and “One of the 10 Best Jazz Bands in Denver” by ReverbNation.