BT ALC Big Band

Since the group's formation in 2011, BT ALC Big Band, led by trombonist Brian Thomas and trumpeter Alex Lee-Clark, has reshaped the depiction of the big band ensemble. By employing the traditional instrumentation of 5 saxophones, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones and rhythms section reminiscent of Duke Ellington and Count Basie while infusing funk, soul and hip hop, BT ALC Big Band has created an undeniably unique sound they dub Big Band Funk.

Experiencing the band live is always a feast for the ears and the soul, fueled by tight arrangements, virtuosic solos and a deep groove provided by their rhythm section. The BT ALC Big Band catalog of original repertoire encompassing funk, soul, hip hop, afrobeat, reggae and jazz styles, combined with a rotating cast of Boston’s heaviest hitters makes for an unforgettable experience!

🎶 Saxophones: Mark Zaleski, Pete Levesque, Jared Sims, Jon Bean, Ben Whiting

🎶Trombones: Ben Griffin, Brian Thomas, Pete Fanelli, Rob Krahn

🎶Trumpets: Garret Savluk, Alex Lee-Clark, Christine Fawson, Eli Block

🎶Rhythm Section: Steve Fell, Jeffrey Lockhart, Sam Gilman, Jesse Williams, Yahuba Garcia-Torres, Dean Johnston