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Celebrate the festive season in style with the sensational Down for the Count Swing Orchestra, as they "Swing Into Christmas"!

This is a Christmas spectacular like no other – Down for the Count's 30-piece big band with strings is one of the largest swing bands currently touring the UK. Directed by conductor and compère Mike Paul-Smith and featuring some of the UK's top vocalists and instrumentalists, the orchestra recreates the sounds of Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Billie Holiday in a uniquely joyful and engaging performance which has endeared the ensemble to audiences up and down the country.

Audiences of all ages will be captivated by stunning performances of iconic songs including "The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting)", "I've Got You Under My Skin", "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas", "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" and "New York, New York", alongside many fantastic new song selections for the 2026 show – all performed in authentic big-band-with-strings style.

The Down for the Count Swing Orchestra are one of the UK's most highly regarded vintage ensembles, having sold out numerous shows at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, The London Jazz Festival, Cadogan Hall and more. It may be cold outside, but a night with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra is guaranteed to leave you in the warm glow of the holiday spirit.