Five Star Gift Ideas

Here are some Christmas gift ideas for your friend who likes swing/big band:

1. Big Band/ Swing Music CDs: You can gift your friend some CDs of famous big band/orchestra artists like Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, and Count Basie etc.

2. Concert Tickets: Check for any upcoming concerts or performances of big bands, and surprise your friend with tickets.

3. Vinyl Records: If your friend has a record player, buy some classic albums from their favorite jazz legends, like Louis Armstrong or Ella Fitzgerald.

4. Musicians' Biographies: Your friend might enjoy reading about the life and work of some of the greatest big band/swing musicians, such as Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman or Tommy Dorsey.

5. Swing Dance Lessons: See if there are any local dance classes on swing dancing, or even a private lesson with a dance instructor.

6. Jazz Coffee Table Book: Your friend may enjoy a coffee table book featuring iconic photographs and stories of swing and big band artists.

7. Retro Cocktail Shaker Set: Encourage your friend to indulge in a classic cocktail while listening to some big band music.

8. Antique Record Player or Radio: A retro record player or radio, makes a great nostalgic Christmas gift for any lover of big band music.

Or you can get her/him a star map with an important date you share.