Over 75 years later big bands are back and headed for Corbett Gardens.

Leading the line-up of groups this weekend is the Australian Army Band, NSW Police Band, Highlands Pipes and Drums, Southern Highlands Concert Band and two bands from Chevalier College titled The Jazz Band and the Concert Band.

President of the Southern Highlands Concert Band and saxophonist Gerald Power has been part of the group since 1998.

He is part of a 40-piece band with members ranging from teens to 70 plus, encompassing a large scope of young and old talent keen on entertaining the crowd.

“This is what we do,” Mr Power said.

“We do our best to have the audience enjoy it.”

On the itinerary for the group will be a range of classics from one end of the spectrum to the other, with a mixture of swing and classical tunes.

“We like to give our players the opportunity to show their talents and to play for a live audience is very good for their musical development.”

Another leading band ready to go is the NSW Police Band, which boasts being the longest standing concert band in Australia, operating since 1895.

The band has performed at many prestigious events such as two Papal visits, Anzac day and Remembrance Day, State Government protocol events and Commonwealth and Olympic athletes.

Eighteen members of the 33-piece concert band will make the trek to Bowral with vocalist Belinda Adams to perform items such as Sway, which was originally a Dean Martin song, and Fascinating Rhythm by George Gershwin.

Director of Music for the band, John Saunders said whenever given the opportunity to play at a regional event they’re always happy to accept.

“We hope to share our music with as many people as possible, young and old,” he said.

“We like people to walk away having enjoyed the experience.”

Which is exactly what Bowral Chamber of Commerce president Tony Springett has in mind.

“Just want to put a smile on their face,” he said.