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Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra in Plymouth
Plymouth Arena in PlymouthSat, Dec 19, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Overview
Overview
Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra is a Music / R&B / R&B event at Plymouth Arena in Plymouth.
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Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra bring their signature boogie-woogie sound to Plymouth for a festive evening. The 17-piece ensemble, led by the former Squeeze pianist and TV personality, delivers a high-energy blend of rhythm and blues, jazz, and soul.
Attendees can expect a full orchestral experience with piano, horns, and powerful vocals from Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, and Mabel Ray. The band's tight arrangements and Holland's charismatic stage presence create an atmosphere perfect for dancing and celebration.
This concert offers a rare chance to see a legendary British band in an intimate setting. With decades of history and a rotating lineup of top musicians, every performance is a unique showcase of musical virtuosity.
📍 Plymouth🎟️ Tickets from £63
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Good to know
- The concert is on Saturday 19 December 2026.
- The band is led by Jools Holland, known for his boogie-woogie piano style.
- The orchestra includes 17 members with a full horn section.
Frequently asked questions
Who is in the current lineup?
Current members include Jools Holland, Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, Mabel Ray, Ed Richardson, Mark Flanagan, Dave Swift, Christopher Holland, Phil Veacock, Michael 'Bammi' Rose, Derek Nash, Nick Lunt, Roger Goslyn, Fayyaz Virji, Winston Rollins, Jason McDermid, and Jon Scott.
When was the band formed?
The band was formed in 1987.
Lineup
Jools Holland
Julian Miles Holland is an English pianist, bandleader, singer, composer and television presenter. He was an original member of the rock band Squeeze, formed in 1974. From 1982 until 1987, he co-presented the Channel 4 music programme The Tube.
Ruby Turner
Francella Ruby Turner MBE is a British Jamaican R&B and soul singer, songwriter, and actress.
Ed Richardson
This is a list of some of the major or minor characters that appear on the soap opera As the World Turns.
Dave Swift
Dave Swift is a British multi-instrumentalist. He is best known for his work on the BBC2 Television program Later... with Jools Holland as part of Jools Holland's Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.
Christopher Holland
Christopher William Holland is an English keyboard player, singer and songwriter. He is the younger brother of pianist and band-leader Jools Holland.
Phil Veacock
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra is an English rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie and former Squeeze pianist and television personality Jools Holland.
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Plymouth Arena in Plymouth
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Plymouth Arena in Plymouth
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