1 1/2 cups Duke Ellington
1 cup Gershwin
1 cup Latin Spice
2 tablespoons Funk
A pinch of attitude
Blended all together...
Old fashioned sound with a new twist
We are a group of musically-minded women based out of Seattle, Washington. While much of our current repertoire is jazz and latin, we enjoy and play many different genres. Our main goals are to have fun, increase our musicianship and learn from each other. We have an exciting big band sound with 17 full time members and a handful of subs.
5 Saxophones
4 Trombones
4 Trumpets
Piano
Harp
Bass
Drums
Vocalist(s)
MoodSwings in the news
The MoodSwings have been featured in several notable Seattle-area newspapers including:
We also released our debut recording, In a Vocal Mood, in 2008. It features some of the best vocal pieces from the 30's, 40's and beyond. We returned to the studio in 2011 for a few demo tracks, which are available at ReverbNation.
MoodSwings around town
We play frequently in and around the Seattle area! Upcoming public shows are listed on the right. We are also on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and ReverbNation - follow us and you'll be the first to see new pictures and video from our performances.
comments about the band members. The sounds
that filled the air were enjoyed by everyone.
I loved the songs that you played and it was
such a gift to have live music.
-- Beth and Joel
Seattle, WA
MoodSwings for hire
We pack a big band style ready for any occasion. Weddings, anniversaries, fundraisers, dance competitions or company events, we do them all! Our big band also has set lists with hours of Holiday and Hawaiian music for your party or themed event. To inquire about prices and availability, please contact us.
