Anvil Arts

Tickets: £17.50; under 16s and students £12

NYJO is world-famous as a glittering showcase for the country's best young musicians. Since the orchestra's founding in 1965, most of the rising generation of jazz musicians have risen through its ranks, often becoming established jazz stars whilst still playing with the band. NYJO is well known for its unique swinging big band sound, and much of its music is especially written for the orchestra by British composers, often past and present members of the band.

“If there is a better band in Europe I have yet to hear it” John Martin, Jazz Rag

“Forget the word ‘youth’, this is one of the best bands you will ever hear” Sir John Dankworth