Athens Big Band

I was working as a fixer with some journalists from the Danish state TV who were in Athens to report on the economic crisis. By 11am I was almost drowning in the drudgery and then as we turned the corner there they were: the Athens Big Band! My heart immediately recovered The band is under the auspices of the City of Athens and they perform around the city, filling the streets with bright, blaring sounds like jazz, swing and often witty cover versions of famous pop and rock hits too. 


They truly are one of the greatest joys of Athens living.