We're hiring:

Orchestra Manager

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Become a vital part in the future of our orchestras and invest in the next generations of Jazz in Scotland.

Nu-Age Sounds PLANET WORLD

Featuring music by corto.alto, Anoushka Nanguy, Helena Kay, kitti, Ewan Hastie, Matt Carmichael, Fergus McCreadie, KARMA […]

21 Spices with Trilok Gurtu

The SNJO teams up with one of the world’s most creative percussionists and composers, Trilok Gurtu […]

The TSYJO Live

The Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra – with stunning concerts that bring alive the energy of jazz and pays tribute to some legendary names. […]

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May 5, 2025

The SNJO is looking for an Orchestra Manager to provide comprehensive day-to-day management and administrative support to the organisation, ensuring the effective and efficient operation of both the SNJO and the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra (TSYJO).

January 24, 2024

SNJO Board Recruitment

Scotland’s national jazz orchestra, seeks new Trustees to join the SNJO Board.

January 24, 2024

Nu-Age Sounds

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We're hiring:

Orchestra Manager

Let's be friends

Become a vital part in the future of our orchestras and invest in the next generations of Jazz in Scotland.

January 2025

Nu-Age Sounds PLANET WORLD

March 2025

21 Spices with Trilok Gurtu

2025 Season