Dance Bands of the 1920s, 30s & 40s

Thursdays 2.00 - 4.00pm

Starts 8th January

(Bob Massey)

2 week course £18.00

​Step back into the golden age of popular music as we explore the Dance Bands that kept Britain swinging through the 1920s, 30s and 40s. From the elegance of hotel orchestras and radio broadcasts to the energy of wartime dance halls, this short course celebrates the musicians, bandleaders and singers who defined an era.

Through recordings, stories and discussion, we’ll look at how the music evolved, the social changes it reflected, and the personalities who made it sparkle — from Jack Hylton and Ambrose to Glenn Miller and Vera Lynn.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or simply curious about the soundtrack of a generation, this is a lively and nostalgic look at the music that kept a nation dancing.