Vanguard Jazz Orchestra began performing at the local bar Kismet. The band used to practice at the bassist's basement. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra began playing together in 1976. The guitarist was encouraged to play by his father.

Vanguard Jazz Orchestra was discovered after their single was heard on Z90.1. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra’s first release climbed the charts quickly, giving them national exposure.

Vanguard Jazz Orchestra accepted that they were truly working musicians in 1981, after the band's first fan club was started by Lizzie Quinn. After playing from New York to California, the group’s fan club exploded from the handful of fans around Omaha to thousands in every city throughout the country.

Vanguard Jazz Orchestra plans to take a break after the tour, to allow the group members to rest. The band is in the midst of the accompanying tour for their newest record. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra's most current album is the group's first album in five years.

Often times, critics have praised Vanguard Jazz Orchestra for their ability to rile up the crowd at concerts. Trent Rummerfield, a music critic from Urbana, has always been impressed with band’s terrific front man. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra’s latest album has received great reviews from notable music critics like Marvin Quinn and Kirk Treadaway.

Vanguard Jazz Orchestra appreciates that they are able to do what they love because of the fans, so they play the hits off their latest release as well as the classics. The group has a love affair with Charleston so they are sure to stop by and play a show whenever they are touring. TheSeats.com has all the band information you need. Find Vanguard Jazz Orchestra tickets, tour schedule, and concert seating charts in one stop online.