Big Time Orchestra

Origin

Curitiba, PR

Also known as

Big Time Orquestra

Years Active

2005

Genres

soul, jazz, rockabilly, pop, rock, neo-swing

Instruments

brass, saxophone, trumpets, trombones, guitar, keyboard, drums, bass, vocals

Biography

Big Time Orchestra is a Brazilian big band formed in 2005 in Curitiba, Paraná. With over thirty musicians in its lineup, the band stands out for its performative, irreverent, and interactive shows, which combine quality music with an impeccable look. Throughout its career, Big Time Orchestra has performed over 2,000 concerts in Brazil and abroad, participating in major cultural, rock, jazz, and blues festivals. The band also gained major national prominence by participating in the TV show SuperStar, broadcast by Rede Globo.

The repertoire of Big Time Orchestra is known for its unique blend of genres, which include soul, jazz, rockabilly, pop, and rock. The band is capable of presenting reinterpretations of classics by artists such as Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Jorge Ben Jor, and Tim Maia, alongside original compositions and versions of Brazilian songs. This sonic versatility allows the orchestra to perform at a wide range of events, from festivals and corporate events to wedding parties and New Year's Eve celebrations.

The discography of Big Time Orchestra features seven albums recorded between the United States and Brazil, including works such as "Portland", "New Orleans", and "Live in Curitiba 2020". The band has also opened for major international names, such as B.B. King on his last tour in Brazil, and has collaborated with Brazilian artists like Tiago Abravanel and Paulo Ricardo. Big Time Orchestra continues to reinvent itself, maintaining its vibrant energy and winning over new audiences with its unforgettable performances.

Discography

• Ao Vivo no Bourbon Street [Live] (2009)
• Big Time Orchestra (2010)
• Night (2013)
• Ao Vivo no Bourbon Street (2017)
• Live In Curitiba (Ao Vivo) (2020)
• In New Orleans