big band
noun
: a band that is larger than a combo and that usually features a mixture of ensemble playing and solo improvisation typical of jazz or swing
Examples of big band in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
After the group disbanded in 1984, Setzer went solo and later formed the Brian Setzer Orchestra in the 1990s, a 17-piece big band ensemble.
—
Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
The venue was a haven for the African American community when the city was still segregated and became well known for booking jazz and big band performers.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2025
Following his speech, Corson introduced Bublé who performed big band tunes to close the night.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
So the nation's viewers grew used to Carson tucking them in bed, backed by a sprawling big band, with a monologue that gently poked fun at the day's news events and chummy interactions with celebrities.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for big band
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
The venue was a haven for the African American community when the city was still segregated and became well known for booking jazz and big band performers.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2025
Following his speech, Corson introduced Bublé who performed big band tunes to close the night.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
So the nation's viewers grew used to Carson tucking them in bed, backed by a sprawling big band, with a monologue that gently poked fun at the day's news events and chummy interactions with celebrities.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for big band
Cite this Entry
“Big band.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big%20band. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share