The 3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra

Melbourne BandWorks’ big band, bringing classic swing, Latin grooves and modern jazz charts to the stage.

KURT SCHULENBURG, CONDUCTOR

ABOUT THE BAND

Big band tradition. A fresh perspective.

Rooted in the rich tradition of big band jazz, The 3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra brings a fresh perspective to a musical landscape that refuses to sit still.

From classic swing, blues, and timeless standards to funk, Latin, rock, contemporary jazz, and familiar music from stage and screen, the band's repertoire spans more than a century of jazz and popular music.

Featuring 22 musicians, full sections of saxophones, trumpets, and trombones, a dynamic rhythm section, and two featured vocalists, the Orchestra combines sophisticated arrangements, inspired soloists, and powerful ensemble playing with performances full of energy and personality.

Whether you're a lifelong jazz enthusiast or simply love great live music, The 3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra offers something familiar, something unexpected, and plenty of reasons to come back.

AT A GLANCE

MUSICIANS

22: saxophones, trumpets, trombones, rhythm section, two vocalists

MUSIC

Swing, blues, jazz standards, funk, Latin, rock, contemporary jazz, stage and screen

REHEARSALS

Mondays, 7 to 9 PM

Catterton Rehearsal Hall

FORMERLY

Swingtime (renamed October 2024)

WEBSITE

321jazz.com

Think jazz isn't your thing? You might be surprised. We play music you'll recognize, music you didn't expect, and have a whole lot of fun doing it."

KURT SCHULENBURG, CONDUCTOR

KURT SCHULENBURG

ON THE CALENDAR

Upcoming Performances

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Free Concert
Two Worlds, One Stage
Wed, Nov 04
Melbourne Auditorium
Two musical worlds come together for one unforgettable evening! Experience the bold sounds of Signature Winds and the swinging rhythms of The 3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra as each ensemble takes the spotlight before joining forces for a thrilling finale. From beloved classics to big-band favorites, Two World
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Multiple Dates
An Evening at the Jazz Club
Wed, Jan 13
Melbourne Auditorium
Step into the atmosphere of a late-night jazz club with The 3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra! Enjoy swinging classics, sultry ballads, bluesy grooves, and dazzling solos in an evening filled with the energy and excitement of live jazz. Lights low, music high!
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