Ivy Benson blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Ivy Benson. Saxophonist, clarinettist and bandleader lived here 1919-1922. For over four decades from 1940 she led her famous "all-girls" dance band, performing in prestige venues at home and abroad. Her appointment as the BBC's Resident Dance Band in1943 confirmed her significant contribution to women's equality. 1914-1993. Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.

Ivy Benson was a pioneering saxophonist, clarinettist, and bandleader who led one of Britain’s most famous all-female dance bands for over four decades; her appointment as the BBC's Resident Dance Band in 1943 marked a significant step towards women's equality in professional music.