Leeds Youth Jazz Rock Orchestra

Leeds Youth Jazz Rock Orchestra (LYJRO) was first formed in 1991 by ArtForms Leeds to introduce young musicians to the genre of jazz. The band covers an array of styles from jazz to rock, whilst encompassing further influences from soul and funk.

LYJRO aims to give young people the chance to perform in a professional setting whilst learning how to be confident musicians, in both their reading and improvisation abilities. For many instrumentalists, it acts as a springboard to higher education in music. For others, it complements other areas of study and forms a basis for a lifelong enjoyment of jazz music.

The band consists of an array of instruments such as trumpets, saxophones, rhythm section instruments and more. This group is for grade 5 standard or above and have experience with, or a passion for jazz music. You don’t have to audition to join this group, but we usually ask applicants to attend a trial rehearsal to see if it is right for them before joining.

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