A Message from Canada's King of Swing


Welcome to my website. I have been playing big band and swing era music for over 70 years! It has been my life's work to entertain and I have enjoyed every minute of it. Here you can listen to my latest recordings and find a list of all my upcoming 'gigs'.  When you come to my show, be sure to come and speak with me and share your favourite memories of the big band era. Also, don't forget you can tune into my radio show on the Unforgetable 600 AM every Saturday and Sunday evening. In the meantime KEEP SWINGING!



              Photo Alex Waterhouse-Hayward

Dal's Place

Listen to Dal's radio
show every weekend on
The Unforgettable 600 AM
 
where Dal features the sounds and times of the 30s, 40s and 50s.

Tune in
6 pm Saturdays
9 pm Sundays

Dal's special guests on the show this week are:

Jimmy Pattison
and
Juliette



Next weeks guest will be:

Robert Blackwood
Former CBC producer
Current owner and manager of
BOOKTOWN BOOKSTORE
in New Westminster



DAL RICHARDS AND HIS ORCHESTRA

For over half a century, Vancouver legend Dal Richards and the Dal Richards’ Orchestra have delighted Canadians with memorable dance music. Dal and his group of talented musicians provide a unique musical blend that captures the best of the big band/swing era, as well as jazz, rock
and
popular standards from the 1930's to today.

Although much has changed in the world of entertainment since Dal began performing more than half a century ago, audiences continue to enjoy the exciting sounds of big band music.  



“As long as there’s an audience, I will continue to lead the band!” says Dal, whose long-term goal is to entertain at the
2010 Winter Olympics.

From Victoria to Vanderhoof, from White Rock to Whistler,
Dal has performed extensively throughout BC, and indeed throughout the world, in small towns and big cities alike. 

So whether you want to hear Dal’s big band orchestra, his dynamic dance band, or the popular Dal Richards Combo,
Dal is available for your special event, wedding, anniversary, concert, reunion, or dance celebration. 

In the meantime:



"KEEP SWINGING"

Click here for information on Dal's recordings including
the newly released
CD "Dal Richards and Friends"

(604) 681-6060
info@dalrichardsorchestra.com