EXPERIENCE
AL FENTON BIG BAND
Journey Through Music
The Al Fenton Big Band is a swingin' 19 piece band, performing popular jazz standards from the 30s and 40s, as well as hits through the decades!
HOW THEY GOT HERE
Al Fenton Big Band: The Story
Al Fenton Big Band, a well-renowned Jazz Band, is made up of a talented team of creative musicians. Based in West Hartford, they have a storied history of live performances, musical arrangements, and just finished a professional recording session. They pride themselves on their technical abilities and musical versatility, breaking boundaries with their unique sound. Honoring and Advancing the Big-Band Jazz Tradition Founded in 2001 by its namesake, the mission of the Al Fenton Big Band, from the very start, was to perform music from the “Golden Era of Swing” alongside more modern big-band arrangements of contemporary tunes. That mixed repertoire has always made the music of the Al Fenton Big Band appeal to young, old, and in-between alike. Al has retired from the band, but his original mission and vision continue to thrive today under the capable direction of bandleader Kathy Neri. Under Kathy’s leadership, the group of 19 accomplished and dedicated jazz musicians continues to perform throughout Connecticut to wide acclaim. Whether it’s a party, dance, wedding, town-fair, formal performance, or other gathering, the Al Fenton Big Band promises to make your event both joyful and memorable Explore the site and learn more about the musicians behind the music.
Contact Kathy Neri, Band Leader
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Upcoming Events
- Fri, Aug 21Roseland CottageBring a blanket and picnic supper and join us as we continue the tradition begun by Mr. Bowen himself: open-air concerts on the grounds of Roseland Cottage.
- Fri, Feb 14Georgina's Restaurant & BanquetsDance the Night Away to the sounds that only an 18 piece big band can bring!
- Fri, Nov 22West Hartford Town HallJoin us on Friday, November 22nd and help us honor our HEROES through song and dance!
- Sun, Oct 13Bethlehem FairgroundsListen to some live Jazz from the Al Fenton Big Band as you enjoy everything the Garlic Festival has to offer.
- Fri, Aug 1625 Maple AveBring your picnic basket, dancing shoes and be ready to listen to some great music that only a big band can bring!
- Fri, Aug 09Roseland CottageAl Fenton Big Band will be bringing their big band sounds to Woodstock!
- Wed, Aug 0725 Maple AveBring your picnic basket, dancing shoes and be ready to listen to some great music that only a big band can bring!
- Fri, Jul 1221 Hyde Park RdPlease join us for an evening of great big band music!
- Fri, Jul 05New Britain Museum of American ArtCome and enjoy the music from the American Songbook on July 5th featuring Vocalist Kat Volikas!
- Thu, May 09The Bushnell Performing Arts CenterThe Al Fenton Big Band and the Travelers Chorale will be performing together at the Travelers Chorale's 94th Annual Spring Concert.
- Thu, Apr 18Farmington ClubAl Fenton Big Band is proud to present their 3rd Annual Connecticut M.S. Society Gala! The Gala will be held at Farmington Club in Farmington, CT. All proceeds will go to support the Connecticut Chapter of M.S.
- Thu, Apr 04Sunset Ridge Middle SchoolThe Al Fenton Big Band will be joining the music department of Sunset Ridge Middle School for a night of musical sharing, raffles and "coffee" and dessert!
- Thu, Dec 13Riverview Cinemas 8 & PlayhouseJoin the Al Fenton Big Band and the Dancing Duo for an evening filled with your holiday favorites and swing tunes!
- Sat, Nov 10New England Carousel MuseumCalling all Veterans and Dancers! The NECM is hosting a Veterans Day Dance. All active and retired military are free with military id. Tickets are $15.00. Come join us at 7:30 for a free swing lesson with The Dancing Duo! This is a b.y.o.b/cups and snacks event. Dress in your fav 1940s and dance!
- Thu, Sep 20Elks LodgeAl Fenton Big Band will be bringing their sounds to the Elks Lodge in New Britain!
- Sat, Sep 08Wapping FairAl Fenton Big Band will be bringing the sounds of Big Band to the Wapping Fair on Saturday, September 8th at 7:00 pm! Vocalist Corinne Thurston will be bringing her masterful renditions of the American Song book to the Fair.
- Fri, Aug 24T Salon CafeCalling all Dancers! Come swing dance to a live big band on Friday, August 24th! Dance lesson with the amazing Dancing Duo of Prudence Sloane and Joel Silvestro starts at 7:00 with the band swingin' at 7:30 p.m. There will also be line dancing during the band's break.
- Wed, Aug 2225 Maple AveAl Fenton Big Band will be bringing the sounds of the Big Band Era and Beyond to Beacon Falls with vocalist Diane Pollard
- Wed, Aug 01St. Michael's Roman Catholic ChurchThe Al Fenton Big Band will be bringing sounds from the Big Band Era and Beyond to Beacon Falls!
- Thu, Jul 26Great River ParkAl Fenton Big Band Performing for the Sounds of Summer!
- Sun, Jul 22Stafford Community CenterThe Al Fenton Big Band will be bringing their sounds from the Big Band Era and beyond to Stafford Springs. Due to the weather the concert will be held at 3 Buckley Highway in the Community Center.