NYJO Blueprint Orchestra makes its world debut at Windsor Festival with a bold programme celebrating two of the most influential figures in big band jazz, Toshiko Akiyoshi and Duke Ellington.
NYJO Blueprint Orchestra is a new, forward-looking ensemble for emerging professional musicians, reimagining the big band model through ambitious repertoire, creative collaboration and artistic development. This first-ever performance marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for NYJO and offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience the ensemble from the very start.
The programme features music from Akiyoshi’s acclaimed albums March of the Tadpoles and Kogun, alongside works by the legendary Duke Ellington, showcasing the power, innovation and lasting appeal of large-ensemble jazz.
Each year Windsor Festival invites the world’s finest musicians, writers, artists, and local performers to entertain and delight festival audiences, to celebrate Windsor’s special place as a Royal town, and to inspire the next generation of artistic talent and creativity. Across two weeks at the end of September, the Autumn Festival is dedicated to delivering high-calibre performances in magnificent venues. Events range from internationally renowned classical music, jazz and folk, to a broad range of talks, and insightful walks and tours.
Tickets will go on sale to Windsor Festival Benefactors, Ambassadors on Monday 29th June, and to Windsor Festival Friends on Monday 6th July.
Tickets will go on general sale on Monday 13th July.