What can we expect at your show?
Our show is a journey through the jazz swing era, so expect to hear classic hits from the time when big band music was hot and popular. We’ll be recreating the magical sounds of those big bands and playing well-known tunes like “In The Mood,” “Fly Me To The Moon” and “Tuxedo Junction.” We are also thrilled to have a Thai singer, Passaya Khiewpluang, who will perform some of the jazz compositions by King Bhumibol Adulyadej in unique arrangements by the Biggles Big Band
How did Biggles Big Band come about?
Back in 1985, a group of young enthusiastic big band devotees decided to start a swinging big band performing our favorite music. We ended up with the name Biggles, which is the main character in the adventure books written by Captain W.E. Johns.
Who are some of your musical idols?
My favourite musicians are band leaders Count Basie and Duke Ellington, bass player Ray Brown, jazz singers Frank Sinatra and Anita O’Day.
You have been in the music scene for over three decades, what do you think has contributed to that success?
I’ve always played the music I like. With the Dutch Swing College Band, Holland’s most famous traditional jazz band, we play traditional jazz music and with Biggles Big Band we recreate the music of the famous big bands like Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and Count Basie. Our audiences like our music and keep asking for more.
What are some of your favorite pieces to perform?
My favourite piece is definitely “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” sung by our crooner, Arnold Auée.

Catch Adrie Braat at Biggles Big Band