We provide a variety of progression routes into ensembles for young musicians at different stages of learning. These include orchestras, jazz groups, percussion and choirs. These groups perform in a range of large and small scale concerts throughout the year often in partnership with local, regional and national organisations. Click on the relevant link below to find out more. Hackney Borough Youth Orchestra (HBYO) Hackney Training Orchestra (HTO) Hackney Creative Jazz Ensemble (HCJE) Hackney Lift-Off Ensemble Hackney Choirs & Vocal Ensembles Ensemble dates 2025-2026 Autumn Term – 11 sessions Week beginning 23.9.25 – 9.12.25 (No session 28th Oct due to half term) Spring Term 2026 Week beginning 6.1.26 – 24.3.26) (No session 10 Feb due to half term) Gala @ Hackney Empire – 20th January 2026 Summer Term 2026 Week beginning 21.4.26 – 30.6.26 (No session 26th May due to half term) Hackney Music & Dance Festival @ Round Chapel – 23rd June 2026
