Sussex Jazz Orchestra plays exciting, driving and dynamic big-band music as well as more familiar Jazz standards with a twist. Led by effervescent trombonist Mark Bassey, the band comprises a mix of professional and amateur players. Seven saxes, six trumpets and four trombones, plus rhythm section of piano, guitar, bass and drums. They are proud to introduce some new arrangements by Mark alongside the music of Ian Hamer, SJO's founder, and Paul Busby, former director.