The TPO was created in May 2020 when the unique conditions of COVID-19 brought stranded touring musicians and the best local musicians in Taiwan together to form this incredible big band. This 20-piece big band focuses both on bringing to life authentic American swing culture of the mid-twentieth century and carrying on the tradition of innovation in jazz by playing the works of contemporary composers and arrangers. 

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The band, under the direction of saxophonist and woodwind specialist Jim Geddes, rehearses on a weekly basis and focuses on repertoire ranging from Thad Jones and Stan Kenton to latin, R&B, and even hip-hop influenced music (as well as a few stellar vocal works thrown in for good measure). Don’t miss an experience unlike any other in Taiwan: an international-level ensemble bringing the exciting sound of the big band to the best in classic and contemporary jazz repertoire!