big band
8 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making big band. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole big band guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making big band?
June Christy, Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O’Day, Doris Day, Peggy Lee, and Shirley Bassey are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/big-band/girls lists 8, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making big band?
Further out, try Anita O’Day and Babette van Veen.
Where should I start with big band?
Start with Ella Fitzgerald, then work your way out a level at a time.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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