Jools and orchestra return

Thursday may 26 Piano master Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra are set to perform live at Scarborough Spa next year.

After sell out shows in 2013 and 2014, Jools will return with the big band on Thursday May 26.

The 20-piece Rhythm and Blues Orchestra will feature former Squeeze drummer, Gilson Lavis, show-stopping vocalists Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall and Mabel Ray, with a special guest vocalist who is yet to be announced.

The presenter of the legendary ‘Later … with Jools Holland’ TV show has been wowing audiences from a very young age, performing regularly in many of the pubs in South East London and the East End Docks.

At the age of 15 Jools was introduced to Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford; together they formed Squeeze.

In 1987 Jools formed The Jools Holland Big Band, comprising himself and Gilson Lavis. This has gradually metamorphosed into the current 20-piece Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, which consists of pianist, organist, drummer, three female vocals, guitar, bass guitar, two tenor saxophones, two alto saxophones, baritone saxophone, three trumpets, and four trombones.

Jo Ager, general manager of Scarborough Spa said: “It really is fantastic news that Jools is returning to our sea-side venue. The last two sell-out performances were stunning and we look forward to a repeat performance next year.”

Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 9am. The Spa’s box office is on (01723) 821888.