Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics
Wed 21 Oct · 14:00
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite
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A dementia friendly concert featuring Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation takes place on 21 October 2026 at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite. The event is free, but a ticket is required.
On sale 10am, Monday 14 September **Free but ticketed event** Dementia Friendly Concert with Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation Music is a powerful tool that can often kick-start the brain and unlock memories. Join us for this free, accessible performance, designed especially for people living with dementia. Join Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation for an afternoon of big band classics. This fun reminiscence concert will transport you back to the golden age of swing with lots of unforgettable melodies and toe-tapping hits. Free but ticketed Tickets can be ordered from Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Box Office or by calling 0141 353 8000 Running Times 1400-1530 (35mins/20 min interval/35mins)
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Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics takes place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 14:00.
Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite in Glasgow (Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite).
Entry to Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics is free.
The forecast for Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics is Overcast · 10°C. Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics can be booked via tickets.glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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A dementia friendly concert featuring Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation takes place on 21 October 2026 at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite. The event is free, but a ticket is required.
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On sale 10am, Monday 14 September **Free but ticketed event** Dementia Friendly Concert with Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation Music is a powerful tool that can often kick-start the brain and unlock memories. Join us for this free, accessible performance, designed especially for people living with dementia. Join Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation for an afternoon of big band classics. This fun reminiscence concert will transport you back to the golden age of swing with lots of unforgettable melodies and toe-tapping hits. Free but ticketed Tickets can be ordered from Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Box Office or by calling 0141 353 8000 Running Times 1400-1530 (35mins/20 min interval/35mins)
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When is Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics?
Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics takes place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics taking place?
Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite in Glasgow (Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Strathclyde Suite).
How much are tickets for Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics?
Entry to Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics is free.
What will the weather be like at Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics?
The forecast for Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics is Overcast · 10°C. Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
Is there anywhere to stay near Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics?
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How do I get tickets for Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics?
Tickets for Dementia Friendly Concert: Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation – Big Band Classics can be booked via tickets.glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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