About Us

It’s been over nineteen years since a small group of amateur musicians got together to play Big Band music in Craven Arms. Lacking quantity, but not quality, ( we first became known as the “Little Big Band”.)

When we had grown to a full sized swing ensemble we changed our name to the more appropriate “Craven Arms Big Band” !

The line up now comprises 5 saxes, 4 trombones, 4 trumpets, and a 4 piece rhythm section with rhythm guitar, keyboard, upright bass and drums. As if that wasn’t enough, we even have our very own female vocalist. All lead by our Musical Director Lesley Foster. 

Some of our members come from as far away as Kerry, Knighton and Bridgenorth on a Wednesday evening to Craven Arms Methodist Hall. We drink tea, eat biscuits and, most importantly, play music! 

All in all we are a fun loving group of amateur musicians who take our music seriously but love to have a laugh along the way.