Zing are set to transform Spiro Ark's infamous concert room into a glamorous 1940s Jazz speakeasy with an array of songs that all the hip Jewish kids were listening and jiving to back in that day. As well as some old favourites which have been performed by top artists including Ella Fitzgerald, the band have unearthed some cross-over hits from the era, which were recorded by some of the most unlikely artists such as Cab Calloway. Yes, that's right -- Cab Calloway sang in Yiddish folks!
Zing formed in 2007 as a trio playing Jazz songs written by Jewish composers from the American songbook and Yiddish swing numbers from the 1940s. As well as performing at private parties, weddings and functions, the band has become a favourite among Jewish Community organisations including Limmud and the Leeds International Jewish Arts and Culture Festival.

Members:
Laoise Davidson--versatile Jazz and Yiddish folk singer, she started Zing in 2007 to revitalise the wonderful, spirited Yiddish Swing hits of the 1940s. She also plays Klezmer and Irish Trad on mandolin and fiddle.
Paul Tkachenko--started his musical career playing in variety shows and a circus in Germany. He is currently doing a PhD on Klezmer musicians in London.
Ross Wall--since studying Jazz at Leeds College of Music, he enjoys playing in many bands and works as a Musical Director and Pianist. Most recently, he has finished collaborating on the 'News Revue Show' at the Canal Cafe Theatre, Paddington as Musical Director.