The 30-piece Down for the Count Orchestra is heading to York this Christmas with their annual Christmas extravaganza - it's time to Swing Into Christmas!

Expect exuberant recreations of classics from the swing era, including I’ve Got You Under My Skin, New York, New York and That’s Life, alongside original arrangements of jazz and festive standards by principal conductor Mike Paul-Smith and arranger Simon Joyner.

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.

The Down for the Count Swing Orchestra

Mike Paul-Smith Conductor
Marvin Muoneké Vocals
Lydia Bell Vocals
Saara Kaldma Vocals
Ineza Kerschkamp Vocals

Running time: 2 hours 40 minutes including one 20 minute interval
The auditorium will open 30 minutes before the concert start time.

Praise for the show:

“Awesome!” Michael Bublé
“A sonic ride back to the sounds of Capitol Studios in the 1950s” DownBeat Magazine
“A breath of fresh air on the swing scene” Twinwood Festival

Wheelchair/accessible spaces: 

• There are 8 wheelchair spaces, each of which is automatically allocated a complimentary carer seat (you don't need to do anything - the carer seat is automatically allocated at the time of booking).
• These spaces can also be booked by disabled customers who require step-free access to the auditorium (we will position a chair in the wheelchair space if this applies to you). 
• Alternatively, customers who are able to manage a few steps can book a seat in row E, just behind the wheelchair spaces. You will be able to use the lift to access the auditorium and will then need to climb 4 steps to reach the seats.

If you would like further advice on wheelchair/accessible spaces, please call Mike on 07855 488 462. 

The venue & parking:

This event takes place at Central Hall, York, on the University of York campus.

There is ample parking on the university campus, which is free of charge on the weekends. The Campus Central Car Park is the closest to the venue, but if this is full up there are numerous other car parks within walking distance of the venue.

There will be a bar open in the foyer from 6.30pm.