Mini Big Band News and Events

On Thursday, August 7th the Big Band Express Mini Big Band played at the Branch County Fair in Coldwater, Michigan

where we did a Senior’s Concert and Luncheon in the Dearth Center on the Fairgrounds.

A fun time was had by the Seniors and the Band. We will be back entertaining again in 2026.

”In November the Big Band Express Nine Piece Band played at the Ypsilanti Fire House Museum for their 25th anniversary fundraiser gala.
“We really enjoyed the Big Band Express Orchestra playing at our 25th anniversary gala celebration.

Their musical sound was the perfect entertainment for our old-fashioned Firemen’s Ball”.

Dave Egeler-Michigan Firehouse Museum

We also played at a Grand Opening of the updated Hechtman Apartments at the Jewish Senior Life of Michigan.  The crowd loved the music and there was plenty of dancing and celebration.

“The Big Band Express played in late October at Cambrian Senior Living which is an assisted living facility in South Lyon.  This was in honor of Howard Holmes who was an original band member. Howard loved the concert.”  In this picture Howard is holding Dick Cywinski’s sax and is standing next to him. Howard always sat next to Cy. The band sounded great and brought tears to Howard’s eyes. He really enjoyed it as well as all the other patients.

Howard Holmes, long time member of the Big Band Express for nearly 40 years, passed peacefully on Monday, September 9.  He was 95 years of age.
He was beloved by all who knew him. His love of music, especially big band music was always an important part of his life.
He had many dear friends based in that love of music.