Dan Gabel Music
"The real deal!"
"The champion of authentic Big Band and vintage jazz" -Syncopated Times
Hailed by the Boston Globe as "The read deal...[a band] that looks and sounds just like the 1940s" Dan Gabel and his Bands have entertained three Governors, a Four-Star General, sold-out concerts, and performed for countless dances, weddings, and fundraisers. Based in Central New England, Gabel's arrangements and compositions have been commissioned and performed across the U.S. by professional Orchestras, Big Bands, and also student ensembles.
Gabel Music features a roster of accomplished and internationally-acclaimed musicians who have performed in prestigious venues all over the world.
"See and hear the difference live music can make at your next event!"
"Let's Get Away From It All!"
It's here!
"Let's Get Away From it All!" is now available on:
- CD
- digital download
- Vinyl 33 1/3 record
This highly-anticipated album includes 15 tracks, and features Dan Gabel and his Orchestra, vocalist Kimberly Hawkey, the Songbook Sweethearts vocal group, plus guests Sonny Barbato on accordion and Warren Ertle on marimba.
Big Band Cruise w/Dan Gabel - Fall 2026!
Big Band Cruise - Let’s Get Away From it All - Fall 2026
Dan Gabel and his Orchestra, featuring Kimberly Hawkey
Join us for this exclusive event, featuring seven nights of big band dancing aboard the Zuiderdam.
Departs Boston, MA: October 3, 2026 (Saturday) up the coast of Maine to Nova Scotia, returning October 10, 2026
Fall Foliage, Big Band music, nightly dancing, special 1940s-themed events, and a luxury cruise...what more can you ask for?
Open to 100 lucky passengers…
LIVE BANDS, LECTURES, LESSONS - the finest in new england
Looking for something special for your next event?
Concerts, fundraisers, galas, conventions, parties, weddings, dances: book one of our top-notch bands today!