The Merchants of COOL

Maury County’s own Big Band

Who We Are

The Columbia, TN based “Merchants of Cool” was formed in 2006 and held its first venue that summer in Mt. Pleasant, TN. Today our repertoire includes more than 260 songs of the 1930’s and 40’s as well as some pop and rock.
Our musicians are all volunteers and come from various professions. The love of this music and the desire to preserve it are common bonds among the members. The Merchants of COOL Big Band is a member of the American Big Band Preservation Society. We hope you will come out to one of our performances and listen as we play set after set of music of the Big Band Era that you’ll never forget!

Music Samples

Leap Frog

Two O’Clock Jump

In the Mood

Take the A Train

Event Dates

We have resumed our rehearsals and are excited to be getting back to playing LIVE music for your enjoyment! So, check back here often for more dates and times.

American Legion

Big Band Concert & Dance – 812 Nashville Hwy, Columbia TN

August 13 – 7:30p to 9:30p – $10 cover

October 8 – 7:30p to 9:30p – $10 cover

December 10 – 7:30p to 9:30p – $10 cover

Muletown Swings! for Watershed Theater fund raiser – Columbia Puckett’s Restaurant on the Square is still postponed. We will update with any further information as we receive it.

Link to Calendar app