Second Wind Jazz Ensemble was formed with one basic realization: Nothing's better than enjoying the saxes-and-brass sounds of Big Band arrangements … except playing those great arrangements! By day we're teachers, pipefitters, accountants, engineers. By night, we've been helping to keep the Big Band sound alive in the Portland area since November 10, 1998. Glenn Miller's classic charts, the swinging sounds of Duke Ellington, lush ballads, a little bossa-nova, the jump swing of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy- if it makes us smile and say "Oh yeah!" we'll play it. Come spend an evening with us - whether you boogie the night away on the dance floor or just kick back and tap your feet, we think you'll have a good time, too.

The swinging sounds of SWJE are perfect for benefits, music series, dances, private parties, festivals, fund raisers, retirement parties, corporate events - you name it, we've played it. We have formal or informal dress to suit your occasion, and will play indoors or out (weather permitting). Whichever setup you choose, Second Wind Jazz Ensemble has the vocal hits and instrumental favorites that will keep your audience satisfied and grooving!

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