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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

❗️Last chance to register for our free online Educators' Forum which takes place tomorrow❗️It's an opportunity for all involved in music education to discuss your thoughts, network and learn more about the ways Jazz North can support you during the new academic year: www.jazznorth.org/news/educato...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

📣 ARTIST OPPORTUNITY! Are you a northern artist working in (and around) jazz? You’re invited to join us at The Attic in Leeds on Monday 5th October for an informal day of creative collaboration & conversation hosted in partnership with Leeds Jazz Festival & Jazz Leeds.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

📣 Calling all Educators & Teachers! Our next Educators' Forum on 22nd September is a space for all involved in music education to discuss your thoughts, network and learn more about the ways Jazz North can support you during the new academic year.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Lubi Jovanovic (aka DJ Lubi) will use his New Northern bursary to present two exciting emerging artist shows this Autumn; one celebrating the music & life of Xero Slingsby & the second showcasing the Leeds jazz scene: www.jazznorth.org/news/upcomin...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

📣 OPPORTUNITY! Are you a northern artist working in (and around) jazz? You’re invited to join us at The Attic in Leeds on Monday 5th October for an informal day of creative collaboration & conversation hosted in partnership with Leeds Jazz Festival & Jazz Leeds.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Before attending jazzahead!, Bex (aka Rivkala) had no idea what to expect. She created a blog for anyone curious about attending an international jazz conference & whether networking events like this are worth it, how to prepare for & make the most of it: www.jazznorth.org/news/artists...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We're proud to announce the appointment of three outstanding new trustees: Nan Brimble, Thomas Bagnall, and John Lyons. A wealth of experience - grassroots promotion, strategic music development, festival leadership and corporate governance. Read more in our latest blog post bit.ly/4ikjgXG

image with pictures of three people, two men and a woman plus a top left square with text - strengthening our future: welcoming new trustees to the jazz north board

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

❤️ Wellbeing in the music industry goes beyond simply feeling “okay” - it’s about sustaining mental, emotional, and physical health in an environment that can often be unpredictable, high-pressured, and at times, isolating.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🎷📚 It's been a busy academic year for Jazz North’s Learning & Participation team, supporting northern music educators to explore jazz and improvisation in the classroom and within their professional practice.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

15 girls had a wonderful time trying jazz for the first time at our summer jazz camp in Sefton run in partnership with the SOUND! Music Hub. The hub covers the areas of Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens and Warrington. New blog post: www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-ca...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Sam Lightwing talks about the value & importance of New Northern and how its benefitted him as an emerging Northern artist performing at Stockport Jazz at The Moor Club. Read more about Stockport Jazz here: www.jazznorth.org/news/how-is-...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

On Saturday 11th July, members past and present came together to celebrate 50 years of WYJO - the Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra. Jazz North team member Helena Summerfield caught up with Ian Darrington before the event to learn more about his time leading the band: www.jazznorth.org/news/wigan-y...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🎷🎸🎹 Last chance to register for our extended Summer Jazz Camp for Girls in Sefton! The camp will run from 21 - 23 July from 10am-3pm each day & are safe spaces for girls aged 8-14 to explore improvisation in a fun, supportive environment: www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-ca...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

As part of their New Northern bursary, DJ Lubi (Lubi Jovanovic) presented a programme of nine contemporary jazz and world jazz gigs at four venues across Leeds. The bursary enabled DJ Lubi to feature emerging Leeds artists - both professional and student musicians - between Oct 2024 to Feb 2025.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

🎷🎸🎹 Girls just want to have (more) fun... at our extended Summer Jazz Camp for Girls in Sefton this July! In collaboration with Sound! Music Hub, the camp will run from 21 - 23 July from 10am-3pm each day & there's a sharing session for family & friends on the final day (23 July) at 2.30pm.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

📣 OPPORTUNITY: Are you a jazz promoter living in the North of England? Jazz North announces the latest round of New Northern: a grassroots & independent promoter bursary, to support live emerging talent. For more information and T&Cs, visit: www.jazznorth.org/new-northern...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🎷 Our Sound! Music Hub Summer Jazz Camp for Girls is back! 🎸 The camp will run from Tues 21 - Thurs 23 July, 10am-3pm, at the Sefton Professional Development Centre & there's a family & friends session on the final day at 2.30pm.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

🎷 You spoke - and we listened! Our Sound! Music Hub Summer Jazz Camp for Girls is happening in Sefton! The camp will run from 21 - 23 July from 10am-3pm at the Sefton Professional Development Centre. There will be a sharing session for family and friends on the final day at 2.30pm.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

📣 Do you work in music education or know someone who does? Our June Educators' Forum on the 16th June is a space to meet like-minded music professionals and explore the importance of improvisation in the classroom.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

📣 Calling all Educators & Teachers! Our June Educators' Forum on 16th June is a space to meet like-minded music professionals and explore the importance of improvisation in the classroom.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Would you like to play a leading part in the Northern Jazz Scene? Then come and join our Board! The recruitment process is open to everyone & we want our Board to reflect the communities we support and their lived experience. Sign-up by 5th June: www.jazznorth.org/join-our-board

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

🌦️ Even the Manchester rain couldn't dampen the spirits of our incredible Northern Line artists during their showcase at manchester jazz festival. Each act brought their unique brand of storytelling to the mjf stage in front of an enthusiastic audience. Read more: www.jazznorth.org/news/singin-...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

“Mike’s work is of vital importance, informed by educational research that sets it apart in jazz education and beyond.” Simon Purcell, Jazz in Education UK Improvisation pedagogy in the music curriculum with guest Michael Wright Tues 16 June 4:30-5:30pm, Zoom www.jazznorth.org/news/educato...

A photo of a smiling double bass player with yellow letter F in top right corner and text below - Educators' Forum guest Michael Wright Tues 16 June 4:30-5:30pm on Zoom.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

This. Band. Is. SwanNek. It's their first time playing in Manchester and you don't want to miss their Northern Line showcase event on the main stage at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sunday 17th May!

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Are you ready Manchester?! HANG Linton wants to take you on a ride... bringing you a live show that’s part protest, part party! Catch their live Northern Line showcase performance at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May at First Street: manchesterjazz.com/events/hang-...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

"We are fortunate to have an incredibly engaged, passionate Trustees - we're looking forward to welcoming a new member. Sector-leading programmes - Northern Line & award-winning Jazz Camp for Girls. Whatever your background and story, we would love to hear from you” bit.ly/42t3YHd Chris Bye, CEO

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Ancient Infinity Orchestra make their Northern Line Showcase debut at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May at First Street, where they'll perform tracks from their most recent releases and invite listeners to share in the joy of their sound: manchesterjazz.com/events/ancie...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Ghanaian-English musician Rory A. Green will explore lots of new music during his Northern Line showcase on Sun 17 May at manchester jazz festival. It’s part of mjf’s opening weekender at First Street, it's free to attend & there's plenty of good vibes to be had! manchesterjazz.com/events/rory-...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Rivkala is excited to take you down the rabbit hole of the crushed velvet cabaret bar at her Northern Line showcase performance at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May at First Street. It's free to attend & all are welcome! More info: manchesterjazz.com/events/rivkala

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

We caught up with the latest Northern Line artists about what inspires them & their music & what to expect at the Northern Line showcase, which takes place at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May (1pm-7.45pm) at First Street: manchesterjazz.com/events/?date...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

🎷 Happy International Jazz Day! 🎷 You might be wondering how Jazz North fits into the world of jazz, so here's a brief overview of what we do…

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

And last but by no means least, we present our final Northern Line artist as part of this year's roster; Rivkala, who'll perform as part of a Northern Line Showcase at manchester jazz festival on Sunday 17 May.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Ancient Infinity Orchestra emerged from the North of England as a joyous, communal force, rooted in collective music-making. Led by Leeds-based composer-double bassist Ozzy Moysey, the ensemble weaves melody, with expansive, uplifting improvisation, creating music that feels both intimate & cosmic.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Are you a northern artist keen to meet new collaborators & shape your future career? Our upcoming Artist Development Day (16 Apr at Band on the Wall) features a jam session with Mära Cruz & Kemani Anderson, discussions & workshops with artist-facilitators & more... www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-no...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Our Spring artist forum with Trish Ferrarin from Elbow Room, explored how creating safe spaces for women, to collaborate & take risks within their music-making, is vital for the northern jazz scene to flourish. Read more here: www.jazznorth.org/news/elbows-...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

At The Attic, Leeds with 2026 Northern Line artists. An opportunity to find out all about what it means to be on Northern Line, share music and discuss aspirations. 📆 Showcase mjf Sun 17 May 2026 1 - 8pm. www.jazznorth.org/news/a-day-i... @prsfoundation.bsky.social Talent Development Network

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Hang Linton is a boundary-pushing artist from Leeds, fusing avant-funk, dance-punk, psych-rock & breakbeats into a raw and unapologetic sound. Armed with a sampler, synths & an unrelenting energy, every live show is part protest, part party; that demands your attention.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

❤️ “Best Experience Ever!” Our 8th Jazz Camp for Girls took place over the weekend & was a great success! 70 girls attended events across the North & encouraged participants to be creative & explore playing jazz & improv in a safe, nurturing environment. Read more: www.jazznorth.org/news/best-ex...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

IWD [2] Earlier this week, Jazz Camp for Girls project manager Helena Summerfield visited Manchester Uni to give a workshop at MUSICA Festival & we're hosting an artist forum on 17 March led by Elbow Room - a thriving community ensemble led by the jazz pianist and educator Trish Ferrarin...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

On Sunday 8th March Jazz North will be joining supporters around the globe to celebrate International Women's Day and, closer to home, our ‘Jazz Camp for Girls’ weekend (7 & 8 March) takes place at venues across the North. [1]

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Celebrating @internationalwomensday_global and Jazz Camp for Girls 7 & 8 March. Thank you to @musicteacherassociation + Teaching Notes podcast + Patrick Johns. www.jazznorth.org/news/interna... #IWD2026 #GiveToGain #jazzcampforgirls #artists #women #improvisation #Womentothefore

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Join our Spring artist forum on 17th March (online) to celebrate International Women’s month & learn more about Elbow Room - a thriving community ensemble led by the respected jazz pianist and educator Trish Ferrarin - and how to create safe spaces to collaborate and take risks as an artist.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Helena Summerfield at her improvisation workshop at the student-run MUSICA Festival, Manchester Uni. MUSICA Festival: making a positive impact on the gender gap in the music industry + celebration of women and gender diverse musicians. ➡️ linktr.ee/musicafestiv... #IWD2026 Women's History Month

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Next up in our rundown of Northern Line artists for 2026 is SwanNek, who'll perform as part of our Northern Line Showcase at manchester jazz festival on Sunday 17 May.

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

TWO WEEKS TO GO! Jazz Camp for Girls is back with 5 camps on 7-8 March in Trafford, Liverpool, Gateshead, Hull & Scunthorpe. Designed for musicians aged 8-14 with no or little experience of playing jazz & improv & aims to inspire them through fun activities: www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-ca...

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Jazz North @jazznorth.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

🎧 Are you a musician in the early stages of your career? Join us for a FREE informal meet-up on 13 March at The Met, where we’ll talk you through building your career as an artist! Topics include funding, touring, building networks, budgets & finding your USP: themet.org.uk/event/jazz-n...

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