The JM Jazz World Orchestra is a project launched by Jeunesses Musicales International allowing young musicians from all around the world to take part in training sessions, workshops, and finally in a concert tour as a member of the JM Jazz Orchestra.

How it works

The session will be in summer 2025. JM Jazz World sessions begin with a week of rehearsals, followed by a European concert tour including More than Jazz Festival Udine, Dubrovnik Summer Festival, Young Euro Classic Berlin.

The project will be under the artistic leadership of Luis Bonilla (USA), a California raised, Costa Rican trombonist, composer and arranger.

Eligibility

Musicians between the ages of 18 and 26 playing: saxophone, trombone, trumpet, horn, tuba, guitar, bass, drums, percussion, piano and vocals and if you improvise, all other instruments are welcome.

How to apply

Fill the application form, attach the following documents:

– a full CV with all the music and creative experience

– a written recommendation from a music teacher professor or similar;

– a signed statement from either your parents, yourself, university, school or a JMI National Member or Associate Section, stating that their travel costs to and from the tour will be covered; 

– links to videos with them performing at least 2 different pieces: a theme and an improvisation. The candidates need to be clearly heard, with an important soloist part;

– a copy of the passport.

Deadline: 9 March 2025, 23:59 CET.

Find out more here.