Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra in Brighton
The Brighton Centre in BrightonSat, Dec 12, 2026 · 07:30 PM
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Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra is a Music / R&B / R&B event at The Brighton Centre in Brighton.
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Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra bring their signature boogie-woogie sound to Brighton for an evening of rhythm and blues. The 17-piece ensemble, led by the former Squeeze pianist and TV personality, delivers a high-energy performance blending piano, horns, and soulful vocals.
Attendees can expect a lively atmosphere with a full brass section, female backing vocalists, and a repertoire spanning blues, jazz, and R&B. The orchestra's tight arrangements and Holland's charismatic stage presence create an engaging concert experience for music lovers.
This show is a chance to see a celebrated British band that has been touring since 1987, known for its polished musicianship and infectious energy.
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- The concert is held in Brighton, a coastal city with excellent rail and road connections.
- The orchestra features 17 musicians including a full horn section and vocalists.
- Jools Holland has led the band since its formation in 1987.
Frequently asked questions
Who is in the current lineup?
Current members include Jools Holland, Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, Mabel Ray, Ed Richardson, Mark Flanagan, Dave Swift, Christopher Holland, Phil Veacock, Michael 'Bammi' Rose, Derek Nash, Nick Lunt, Roger Goslyn, Fayyaz Virji, Winston Rollins, Jason McDermid, and Jon Scott.
What instruments are featured in the orchestra?
The band includes piano, organ, drums, electric guitar, bass guitar, alto saxophones, tenor saxophones, baritone saxophones, trumpets, and trombones.
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Jools Holland
Julian Miles Holland is an English pianist, bandleader, singer, composer and television presenter.More
He was an original member of the rock band Squeeze, formed in 1974. From 1982 until 1987, he co-presented the Channel 4 music programme The Tube.
Ruby Turner
Francella Ruby Turner MBE is a British Jamaican R&B and soul singer, songwriter, and actress.
Ed Richardson
This is a list of some of the major or minor characters that appear on the soap opera As the World Turns.
Dave Swift
Dave Swift is a British multi-instrumentalist.More
He is best known for his work on the BBC2 Television program Later... with Jools Holland as part of Jools Holland's Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.
Christopher Holland
Christopher William Holland is an English keyboard player, singer and songwriter.More
He is the younger brother of pianist and band-leader Jools Holland.
Phil Veacock
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra is an English rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie and former Squeeze pianist and television personality Jools Holland.
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