The Will Dakin Big Band
We're a vibrant, youthful ensemble hailing from Manchester, comprising a 15-piece big band featuring some of the UK's most dynamic and skilled musicians. Our group stands out for its diversity and professionalism, offering a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience that can truly transform any occasion into a remarkable spectacle.
Price from £3,462 + travel
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Set List / Repertoire
Big Band/Swing
Ain't That a Kick in the Head - Dean Martin
Almost Like Being In Love - Nat King Cole
Always on My Mind - Michael Bublé
Bad Bad Leroy Brown - Frank Sinatra
Beyond the Sea - Bobby Darin
Birth of the Blues - Sammy Davis Jr
Can't Buy Me Love - Michael Bublé
Come By Me - Harry Connick Jr
Come Fly with Me - Frank Sinatra
Cry Me a River - Michael Bublé
Everything - Michael Bublé
Feeling Good - Michael Bublé
Fly Me to the Moon - Frank Sinatra
Home - Michael Bublé
I've Got You Under My Skin - Frank Sinatra
I've Gotta Be Me - Sammy Davis Jr
It Had Better Be Tonight - Michael Bublé
L-O-V-E - Nat King Cole
Luck Be a Lady - Frank Sinatra
Mack the Knife - Frank Sinatra
Me and Mrs. Jones - Michael Bublé
Minnie the Moocher - Cab Calloway
Moondance - Michael Bublé
Mr. Bojangles - Sammy Davis Jr
My Kind Of Town - Frank Sinatra
My Way - Frank Sinatra
New York, New York - Frank Sinatra
One for My Baby - Frank Sinatra
Pennies from Heaven - Louis Prima
Save the Last Dance for Me - Michael Bublé
Sway - Michael Bublé
That's Amore - Dean Martin
That's Life - Frank Sinatra
The Lady Is a Tramp - Frank Sinatra
Witchcraft - Frank Sinatra
You Brought a New Kind of Love to Me - Frank Sinatra
You Make Me Feel So Young - Frank Sinatra
You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You - Dean Martin
Party Music:
24K Magic - Bruno Mars
Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan
Beggin’ - Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Blame It on the Boogie - Michael Jackson
Blinding Lights - The Weekend
Careless Whisper - George Michael
Can’t Help Falling in Love - Elvis
Can’t Take My Eyes Off You - Franki Valli
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
Crazy In Love - Beyoncé
Dancing Queen - ABBA
Die with a smile - Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga
Don’t Look Back in Anger - Oasis
Don’t Stop Me Now - Queen
Everybody Needs Somebody to Love - Blues Brothers
Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis
Hips Don’t Lie - Shakira
If I can Dream - Elvis Presley
In the stone - Earth Wind and Fire
I Wanna Dance with Somebody - Whitney Houston
I Wanna Be Like You - Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
I Want You Back - Jackson 5
I Will Survive - Gloria Gaynor
It's Not Unusual - Tom Jones
Jailhouse Rock - Elvis Presley
Let Me Entertain You - Robbie Williams
Livin La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin
Livin on a Prayer - Bon Jovi
Love Story - Taylor Swift
Murder on the Dance Floor - Sophie Bextor
Oh What a Night - Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Purple Rain - Prince
Shake a Tail Feather - Blues Brothers
Shake It Off - Taylor Swift
Shut Up and Dance - Walk the Moon
September - Earth, Wind & Fire
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Suspicious Minds - Elvis Presley
Sweet Caroline - Frank Sinatra
Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics
Take on Me - Aha
Treasure - Bruno Mars
Try a little Tenderness - The Commitments
Toxic - Britney Spears
Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars
Valerie - Amy Winehouse
Viva La Vida - Coldplay
Waterloo - ABBA
Watermelon Sugar - Harry Styles
Wonderwall - Oasis
Worth It - RAYE
Young Hearts Run Free - Candi Statton
You’re The First, The Last, My Everything - Barry White
You to Me Are Everything - The Real Thing
Full Biography
We're a vibrant, youthful ensemble hailing from Manchester, comprising a 15-piece big band featuring some of the UK's most dynamic and skilled musicians. Our group stands out for its diversity and professionalism, offering a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience that can truly transform any occasion into a remarkable spectacle.
With a striking 10-piece brass section leading the charge, the Will Dakin Big Band is setting new standards in the live events arena, captivating audiences with meticulously crafted performances that seamlessly blend Rat Pack classics, swinging melodies, and contemporary pop hits.
From the smooth crooning of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Michael Bublé to electrifying renditions of chart-toppers by Beyoncé, Oasis, and more, our shows invite audiences into an immersive celebration. Witnessing our 15-piece big band in action is an unparalleled experience, where every note resonates and every beat ignites a passion for dance and song. It's a spectacle unlike any other, leaving audiences enchanted by the harmonious fusion of woodwind, brass, and rhythm sections.
We take pride in tailoring each set list to suit the occasion, ensuring versatility and originality in every performance. Whether it's a wedding, a party, or a prestigious award ceremony, our track record speaks for itself, having delivered over 50 sold-out shows during a residency at a 5-star hotel. When you choose us, you're guaranteed to elevate your event, creating memories that will endure long after the final encore.
Lineup
Default lineup: 15 members
15 Piece Band: 2 male vocalists, drums, bass, keys, 3x trumpets, 3x trombones, 4x saxes
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Price from £3,462 + travel from Greater Manchester
Based on 15 members performing 2 x 60 minutes
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4 Customer Reviews
| Performance quality: | 5 stars |
| Sound quality: | 5 stars |
| Behaviour: | 5 stars |
| Communication: | 5 stars |
| Audience engagement: | 5 stars |
| Value for money: | 5 stars |
Julie H booked The Will Dakin Big Band for their event
“We saw the band at the Gotham Hotel ‘speakeasy’ night in Manchester in June 2023 courtesy of our neighbours and had a fabulous night - we were blown away by how good this group of musicians were! My husband & I said to each we must ask these guys if we can book them for a private party as our daughter’s 21st was coming up in January 2024 and she wanted a Gatsby themed party! They gave us their business card and said ‘of course!’ I contacted Will at the beginning of October about booking the band for our party in early January - they organised everything with the venue and tailor made the evening for us. The band are so professional & so talented with every song a belter and all our guests were blown away by the 3x45min sets as was the venue who videoed them and kept their details. We are now trying to think of another event just so we can rehire them - Amazing night / party they created for us - can’t thank them enough. Remember you are hiri...”
Sarah L booked The Will Dakin Big Band for their event
“Wow what can I say finally some class In Manchester absolutely loved dressing up in style . The band ‘ singers were amazing also amazing value for money at the amazing Gotham . A night to remember forever especially when they sang purple rain had the audience dancing to the atmosphere was superb. I also love to dance and was up dancing ???? with the band I won’t forget it . Thank you to all for the best entertainment all night long xxx”
Emma S booked The Will Dakin Big Band for their event
“Had one of the best nights seeing NQBB at the Gotham hotel at Christmas - definitely about to become the next big thing!! Amazing talent and atmosphere that made a night to remember. Can’t wait to see where they go next as I will 100% be getting a ticket!”
Marieclaire C booked The Will Dakin Big Band for their event
“Cannot wait to see the NQBB again, incredible night with talented musicians, the atmosphere and energy this band brings to any venue is top class. The whole audience was up on their feet singing and dancing- brilliant!!”
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