The National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO) promotes the exciting, engaging and inspirational musical genre through world-class performances and education work.

Since its founding in 1965, NYJO has grown from a single jazz orchestra to a multi-faceted organisation that works in jazz education at all levels across the country.

In this workshop, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra’s  Artistic Director, Mark Armstrong, explores the fundamentals of jazz, including groove, playing by ear and improvisation.This session will cater for mixed abilities and gives young musicians the tools they need to utilise the NYJO Virtual Academy – a collection of resources designed to help learners practice, perform, and improve during lockdown.

Book your place HERE.