Re-formed in 1992 by public demand, Roger Marks' Armada Jazz Band has risen steadily to become one of the top traditional bands in the country.
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The
leader's philosophy is to play melodic jazz, with disregard for taboo
and restraint, so that tunes from any era or pedigree can find themselves
the subject of traditional jazz treatment, sometimes with refreshing
results!
Every member of the band is a seasoned professional and collectively
and individually they ensure that each performance is stimulating, exciting
and entertaining, with a premium on musical refinement.
The band's commitment to quality and good taste has been recognised
by the establishment almost from the word go with rave reviews of the
band's CD's from the jazz press and generous CD airplay from, most notably,
BBC Radio2 jazz guru Humphrey Lyttelton.
"...quite simply the best band in the West.."
brochure Lynton Jazz Weekend: Nick Holt 1992
