Mr Muller is a longtime local musician and now a non-playing member of the big band who was overjoyed by the Swing Session held at the Tamworth Capitol Theatre earlier in the month.

The special showcase featured not only visiting artists but an impressive line-up of local talent from jazz singers, award winning artists and local dancers.

At the big event, acclaimed jazz singer and violinist George Washingmachine was not only the featured guest artist but also compered the entire show to the joy of an abundance of music fans.

“This added a truly professional touch to this highly entertaining and variety concert,” Mr Muller wrote in a review of the weekend concert.

“His occasional joke had the crowd in stitches.”

Mr Muller said The 2340 Big Band conducted by dynamic Pianist Tim Godden, opened with the Glenn Miller classic American Patrol which brought back many fond memories for the captivated audience.

“George then had the people in awe with his vocals and his swinging jazz violin with his rendition of two old standards The way you look tonight and You'd be so nice to come home to,” Mr Muller said.

It was then local jazz artist Kate Armstrong took to the stage and wowed the crowd with her performance.

“All the crowd including George Washingmachine were impressed with the high standard and variety of all the local artists which included Brad Gill with two Bobby Darin favourites Beyond The Sea and Mack The Knife,” Mr Muller said.

Joining the local line-up was Tamworth singer-songwriter and radio announcer Sally Anne Whitten in her stunning dress performing Mambo Italiano and Knock On Wood.

Newcomer Lara Northey was all class with Its Oh So Quiet.

Mr Muller said he was pleased with the quality of entertainment in the local area.

“The warmth and feeling by The 2340 Big Band was another standout when backing all the performers,” Mr Muller said.

“Featured soloists included inspirational trumpeter, 81-year-old Ron Hartmann.

“Ron was the Lead Trumpeter with The Johnny Muller Big Band way back in the eighties.Ronny Rindo on drums,Val Godden alto sax,  Alwyn Aurisch on lead guitar plus Tim Godden Piano.

“To top it all off the young,talented,and colorful Tamworth City Dance Academy wowed the crowd with their presence on stage.

“Overall it was over two hours of excellent entertainment with plenty of variety.”