Acoustic Duke

One of the greatest composers in jazz, Duke Ellington continues to inspire the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra. With music spanning his fifty years as a bandleader, performed with vitality, swing, and meticulous attention to detail, this concert showcases this titan’s depth and diversity.

Under the direction of Calum Gourlay, the SNJO looks forward to reinvigorating Ellington classics and rarities, following its internationally acclaimed album In the Spirit of Duke. Embracing the natural acoustics of the McPherson Recital Room, the orchestra honours Ellington's masterpieces with the warmth, balance and dynamic range that lie at the heart of the big band tradition.