NYJO exists to empower young jazz musicians and inspire audiences across the UK through engaging participation projects and impactful live performances.
NYJO exists to empower and inspire young people across the UK through jazz.
NYJO has grown from a single jazz orchestra to a vibrant, varied organisation delivering engaging participation projects and impactful live performances for everyone.
We are 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 â weâre here for it.
What’s on

February Holiday Project: Percussion Workshops
Event date - February 18, 2025
Locationvenue - Woolwich Works
Sign up here for our February half-term project based around African Drumming, Steel Pans and Samba. Tell me more

Emerging Professional Open Session
Event date - March 1, 2025
Locationvenue - Woolwich Works
Join us for an open large ensemble session led by Winston Clifford for any musicians aged 18-25. Tell me more

February Holiday Project: Percussion Workshops
Event date - February 18, 2025
Locationvenue - Woolwich Works
Sign up here for our February half-term project based around African Drumming, Steel Pans and Samba. Read more

Emerging Professional Open Session
Event date - March 1, 2025
Locationvenue - Woolwich Works
Join us for an open large ensemble session led by Winston Clifford for any musicians aged 18-25. Read more

NYJO Presents: Blue Note
Event date - April 13, 2025
Locationvenue - PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho)
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of jazz as NYJO pays tribute to the iconic Blue Note Records. 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

Tour Announcement: Celebrating James Baldwin with âThe Fire Next Timeâ 2025
Our landmark centenary tribute concert for the influential author James Baldwin returns in 2025. Read more

Reflecting on a Transformative Musical Journey at Royal Greenwich Trust School
Discover our 8-week project with a band at Royal Greenwich Trust School to help launch their musical programme. Read more

Discover the Joy of Jazz: First Time Jazz Schools Tour Returns to London
We are thrilled to announce that our âFirst Time Jazzâ schools tour is back, and this time, we are taking jazz to the young people of London. Read more
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Join our passionate community of Friends, grant-making organisations or corporate sponsors at a level that suits you and share your love of jazz with the next generation.