In the early 1990's the late Suzette Sulley, the Council Arts Officer, conceived the idea of a community concert. With the involvement of the leader of the local big band Adrian Dwyer, the concept of hosting a community concert on Christchurch Band stand was born.
In its formative years the event was part of Christchurch Regatta, sponsored by The Regent Centre, the audience comprising of a handful of people, and a dog.
2015's event takes place on Saturday 1st August and will see amazing jazz acts such as Not Just Sax, LemonGrove and Taveners Big Band hit the stage.
Christchurch Quay, Christchurch, Dorset, BH231BZ
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