NYJO exists to empower young jazz musicians and inspire audiences across the UK through engaging participation projects and impactful live performances.
NYJO has grown from a single jazz orchestra to a multifaceted organisation that is committed to supporting and developing musicians of all styles and standards.
Whether you want to become the next emerging artist or simply play for fun – we’re here for it.
What’s on
University Jam Tour: Southampton
Event date - April 27, 2024
Locationvenue - University of Southampton
The second stop on our jam tour to university campuses will be in Southampton. Tell me more
Nikki Yeoh & NYJO Present: Speechmik X-Ploration
Event date - April 30, 2024
Locationvenue - Stoller Hall
NYJO and Nikki Yeoh join forces for a special show in Manchester. Tell me more
University Jam Tour: Southampton
Event date - April 27, 2024
Locationvenue - University of Southampton
The second stop on our jam tour to university campuses will be in Southampton. Read more
Nikki Yeoh & NYJO Present: Speechmik X-Ploration
Event date - April 30, 2024
Locationvenue - Stoller Hall
NYJO and Nikki Yeoh join forces for a special show in Manchester. Read more
Nikki Yeoh & NYJO Present: Speechmik X-Ploration
Event date - May 2, 2024
Locationvenue - Saffron Hall
NYJO and Nikki Yeoh join forces for a special show in Saffron Walden. Read more
NYJO Learning
NYJO Learning nurtures young musicians through high quality workshops, courses and performance opportunities. We value access, inclusivity and progress at all levels and believe in harnessing the power of musical participation as a tool for personal growth.
News
NYJO Learning: half-term project with Steam Down
Read all about our brilliant project with Steam Down in February this year, and listen to the amazing original works created by the young musicians during the 3-day workshop. Read more
Community Choir: One year on
The Sherard Road Songbirds, our community choir ran in partnership with Age UK Greenwich is a place where adults can connect through music. Read all about the project here. Read more
NYJO Learning: Sound Foundations
We are running a first-access project in partnership with Harris Academy Greenwich and the Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls to give young people an instrument and lessons! Read more
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