Join us to help nurture young musicians and build a vibrant future for jazz

 

Membership starts at just £2.50 a month.

NYJO exists to ensure that all young people—regardless of background—have the chance to explore their talent, develop as artists, and find their voice through jazz.

By becoming a Member of NYJO, you’ll be helping us offer world-class training, mentoring, and performance opportunities entirely free of charge to hundreds of young musicians across the UK. From our U18s Learning Programme to our flagship Emerging Professionals scheme, your support makes it possible for the next generation of creative talent to thrive.

At a time when music education is disappearing from classrooms and jazz remains underfunded and underrepresented, your regular gift helps bridge the gap. It allows us to plan boldly and inclusively – reaching more young musicians, amplifying more voices, and building a stronger future for this incredible art form.

In return, we’ll welcome you into the NYJO family with exclusive access to rehearsals, events and more – so you can see, hear, and feel the impact of your support firsthand. Click on each of these headings to discover what’s on offer.

 

NYJO Stories:

Olivia Cuttill

After first getting involved with NYJO in our programme with guest artist Nikki Yeoh, Olivia and her quintet toured the country to promote their debut album with NYJO’s support. Read about Olivia’s NYJO story.

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Member

£30+ a year / £2.50 a month

As a Member, you will enjoy:

  • Our regular Members’ Newsletter, with exclusive insights into our work and news of upcoming events
  • Invitations to our termly Open Days in London
  • And our heartfelt appreciation

If you prefer to make your recurring donations by bank transfer or cheque, please contact us to sign up: [email protected] / +44 (0) 330 500 2001.

Silver Member

£120+ per year / £10 per month

As a Silver Member, you will enjoy:

  • Our regular Members’ Newsletter, with exclusive insights into our work and news of upcoming events
  • Invitations to our termly Open Days in London
  • Special access to NYJO Sessions: members-only opportunities to attend key rehearsals, hosted by our team, and to meet our talented young musicians and arrangers
  • Your name listed on our website, in recognition of your valued support
  • And our heartfelt appreciation

If you prefer to make your recurring donations by bank transfer or cheque, please contact us to sign up: [email protected] / +44 (0) 330 500 2001.

Gold Member

£300+ per year / £25 per month

As a Gold Member, you will enjoy:

  • Our regular Members’ Newsletter, with exclusive insights into our work and news of upcoming events
  • Invitations to our termly Open Days in London
  • Special access to NYJO Sessions: members-only opportunities to attend key rehearsals, hosted by our team, and to meet our talented young musicians and arrangers
  • A personal invitation to our Annual Supporters’ Reception
  • A complimentary copy of each of NYJO’s acclaimed recordings
  • Your name listed on our website
  • And our heartfelt appreciation

If you prefer to make your recurring donations by bank transfer or cheque, please contact us to sign up: [email protected] / +44 (0) 330 500 2001.

 

 

Platinum Member

£600+ per year / £50 per month

As a Platinum Member, you will enjoy:

  • Our regular Members’ Newsletter, with exclusive insights into our work and news of upcoming events
  • Invitations to our termly Open Days in London
  • Special access to NYJO Sessions: members-only opportunities to attend key rehearsals, hosted by our team, and to meet our talented young musicians and arrangers
  • Behind-the-scenes access to workshops, masterclasses and more
  • A personal invitation to our Annual Supporters’ Reception
  • A complimentary copy of each of NYJO’s acclaimed recordings
  • Your name listed on our website and in our Annual Report
  • And our heartfelt appreciation

If you prefer to make your recurring donations by bank transfer or cheque, please contact us to sign up: [email protected] / +44 (0) 330 500 2001.

 

 

Artist Sponsor

£1,200+ per year / £100 per month

As an Artist Sponsor, you will support a talented emerging professional who plays your chosen instrument and enjoy:

  • A personal update each year from the young musician you sponsor
  • Our regular Members’ Newsletter, with exclusive insights into our work and news of upcoming events
  • Invitations to our Open Days in London, where young musicians experience NYJO for the first time
  • Invitations to our termly Open Days in London
  • Special access to NYJO Sessions: members-only opportunities to attend key rehearsals, hosted by our team, and to meet our talented young musicians and arrangers
  • Behind-the-scenes access to workshops, masterclasses and more
  • A personal invitation to our Annual Supporters’ Reception
  • A complimentary copy of each of NYJO’s acclaimed recordings
  • Your name listed on our website and in our Annual Report
  • And our heartfelt appreciation

If you prefer to make your recurring donations by bank transfer or cheque, please contact us to sign up: [email protected] / +44 (0) 330 500 2001.

 

 

NYJO Champion

Suggested donation £7,000–£10,000 per year (monthly gifts welcome)

As a NYJO Champion, you will make a transformative impact and enjoy deeper engagement with our musicians and team, including:

  • An annual thank-you dinner with NYJO’s team
  • Our regular Members’ Newsletter, with exclusive insights into our work and news of upcoming events
  • Invitations to our termly Open Days in London
  • Special access to NYJO Sessions: members-only opportunities to attend key rehearsals, hosted by our team, and to meet our talented young musicians and arrangers
  • Behind-the-scenes access to workshops, masterclasses and more
  • A personal invitation to our Annual Supporters’ Reception
  • A complimentary copy of each of NYJO’s acclaimed recordings
  • Your name listed on our website and in our Annual Report
  • And our heartfelt appreciation

If you prefer to make your recurring donations by bank transfer or cheque, please contact us to sign up: [email protected] / +44 (0) 330 500 2001.

 

 

A huge thank you to our NYJO Champions:

 

  • Justin & Victoria Ash
  • John East
  • Chris Evans
  • Erin & Gaurav Kumar

Our heartfelt thanks to all our Artist Sponsors:

 

  • Broughton Family
  • Oliver Stocken CBE
  • Tony Gordon-James
  • The Hon Richard Lyttelton
  • Steve & Gwen Nathan
  • Alan & Zoe Ridgeway
  • Projjol Banerjea

 

 

  • John Williamson
  • The Rice Family
  • Keith Nethercot
  • Udai Patel
  • David Potter
  • Steve Smith
  • Lady Dione Verulam
  • Stephen Bernhard

A special thank you to our founding Platinum Members for 2025:

 

  • Paul Boniface
  • Jane Richardson
  • In loving dedication to my darling wife Taeko Oliver, devoted supporter of jazz
  • Helen Logan
  • Daphne & Ken Lousvet
  • Magnus Pahlsson

Our heartfelt thanks to all our Gold Members:

 

  • Michael Armitage
  • Stephen Barter
  • Catherine Condron
  • Elizabeth Hayley
  • Raymond Hill
  • Susan Horsewood-Lee

 

 

 

 

  • Michael & Patricia Langley
  • Marla Madison
  • Belinda Magee
  • Mervyn Miller
  • Graham Pimlott
  • Martin Cumbleton
  • Ted Rockley

And our heartfelt thanks to all our Silver Members:

 

  • Nick Booth
  • Sir Anthony Cleaver
  • Leslie East OBE
  • Clive Golanski
  • David Hart
  • John Lee
  • David Logan
  • Ean Mackellar
  • Paul Newton
  • Lord Iain Vallance
  • Paul Nicholson
  • Lauren James
  • David Rueda
  • Chris Evans
  • Alan Myers
  • Colin Eldred

 

 

  • Roger Press
  • David Rose
  • Peter Scott
  • John Scampion
  • Roger Sirett
  • Peter Smith
  • Alan Ward
  • Jim & Sheila Wright
  • Felicity de Zulueta
  • Angela Heylin LVO OBE
  • Mike Morley
  • Ann Cotterell 
  • In memory of Tony Kohn
  • David Marsh
  • Paul Watts
  • Adrian Sellars

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