The Fairfax Swing Band
An Ensemble of The City of Fairfax Band
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In the tradition of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and other big bands of the ‘40s, the Fairfax Swing Band has been wowing audiences since 1989 with music from the big band era through today's contemporary sounds. They’ve performed with such celebrities as Richard Dreyfuss, Stephanie Powers, and Sesame Street’s Bob McGrath. | |
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The Band’s leader, Rick Parrell, is an active performer in jazz and classical music. He is currently the principal saxophonist with The United States Army Band ("Pershing's Own"). Rick is also a member of the Washington Saxophone Quartet and Ala Carte Brass and Percussion, as well as a professor of music at George Mason University. In addition to his performances with the Army Band and other area ensembles, Rick has appeared with such notable jazz artists as Lee Konitz, Gary Foster and Rich Matteson, and is a recording artist on the Maple Shade label. Rick is also the Associate Conductor of the City of Fairfax Band. |
The Fairfax Swing Band consists of five saxophones, three trombones, four trumpets, a three-piece rhythm section, and a vocalist. The band members come from a variety of careers and backgrounds -- from federal government employees, military personnel, and teachers to lawyers, accountants, engineers, and business executives. |
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The Band is available for dances, weddings, concerts, conventions, parties and other events. | |
Contact Information
3104 Savoy Drive Fairfax, VA 22031 e-mail: darric@aol.com
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The Fairfax Swing Band is an all-volunteer ensemble consisting of approximately 18 members from all walks of life. Periodically, positions become available in the Band. If you are interested in joining the Band, please send an e-mail message to darric@aol.com. In the message, please include your complete mailing address, daytime and evening telephone numbers, and e-mail address along with a brief statement of your musical experience. Please note that we can neither predict nor guarantee that any openings will occur. |
