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Young Jazz Hackney –
Super Jazz

Young Jazz Hackney (YJH) is HMDT’s Big Band music school for young people between the ages of 10 and 23. Led by trumpeter and coach, Phil Revens, YJH addresses the need for learning practical skills in jazz, offering students opportunities to work with professional jazz musicians to develop their musical creativity and technical skills.

Members of the band learn about the history and development of jazz, and learn to embrace the artform’s unique qualities – encouraging students to develop both their group and solo artistry and make informed musical decisions. Each element of YJH offers challenging personal and community outcomes for students, gives students the opportunity to perform in community and professional environments, and builds a strong sense of self-achievement in every participant.

In addition, students take part in workshops with world-renowned jazz musicians. Past workshops have included such artists as Courtney Pine, John Surman, and musicians from the Lincoln Centre Jazz Orchestra.

YJH’s junior band operates in partnership with the Hackney Youth Orchestra, providing a structured environment for young musicians. The level of musicianship of Super Jazz, YJH’s performing Big Band is exceptional and it plays indoor and outdoor events throughout the year. YJH and Super Jazz performed in the premiere of HMDT’s Community Opera On London Fields and I’ll Be Seeing You at The Hackney Empire.