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Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra in Cardiff
Utilita Arena Cardiff in CardiffSun, Dec 20, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Overview
Overview
Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra is a Music / R&B / R&B event at Utilita Arena Cardiff in Cardiff.
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Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra bring their boogie-woogie energy to Cardiff for a festive evening. The 17-piece ensemble, led by the former Squeeze pianist and TV personality, delivers a powerful blend of rhythm and blues with a full horn section and soulful vocalists.
Attendees can expect a high-energy show featuring Holland's signature piano style alongside vocalists Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, and Mabel Ray. The orchestra's rich instrumentation—including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and a tight rhythm section—creates an immersive live experience that has defined the band since its formation in 1987.
This concert offers a chance to see a legendary British band in an intimate setting, perfect for fans of classic R&B and live music enthusiasts.
📍 Cardiff🎟️ Tickets from £62
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Good to know
- The concert is in Cardiff, a city well-connected by train and road.
- The event is on a Sunday evening, so plan your travel accordingly.
- The band features a large ensemble of 17 musicians, ensuring a full sound.
Frequently asked questions
Who is in the band?
The band is led by Jools Holland and includes vocalists Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, and Mabel Ray, along with a full horn section and rhythm section.
What style of music do they play?
They play rhythm and blues with a boogie-woogie piano style, featuring a full horn section.
How long has the band been performing?
The band was formed in 1987, so they have been performing for over 35 years.
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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Utilita Arena Cardiff in Cardiff
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Utilita Arena Cardiff in Cardiff
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