Hurricane Promotions Presents: Pasadena Roof Orchestra

The Pasadena Roof Orchestra has been faithfully re-creating the music of the 1920s and 1930s for over 50 years.

“For the PRO I have nothing but praise, they brilliantly evoked an array of 20s and 30s musical style” — The Sunday Telegraph

Dust off your top hat and tails! The internationally acclaimed Pasadena Roof Orchestra invites you to the Howard Assembly Room for an afternoon of pure, unadulterated nostalgia. For over 50 years, this world-class ensemble has lovingly recreated the dazzling soundtrack of the 1920s and ‘30s, capturing the exact moment when traditional ragtime evolved into the syncopated pulse of early swing.

Guided by the suave showmanship of singer and band leader Duncan Galloway, the orchestra serves up a sparkling cocktail of the era’s contrasting styles, experiencing the beautifully arranged, romantic “sweet” melodies of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, and Ray Noble, juxtaposed with the driving, “hot jazz” rhythms pioneered by Fletcher Henderson and Duke Ellington.

The music of this definitive era relies on a brilliant acoustic balance. From breathless, fiery brass solos to the slap and acoustic warmth of the double bass and period-authentic 1930s percussion, every musician on stage is a virtuoso. Infused with plenty of dry British wit and period humour, this is a beautifully crafted celebration of a golden age. Pack up your troubles, sink into your seat, and experience a masterclass in superlative live music.

In partnership with Hurricane Promotions.