The new album “Betreutes Schreiben” consists of compositions by members of the orchestra – personal pieces created over the past few years that showcase just how diverse and distinctive the voices within Jugendjazzorchester.ch are. The project was made possible thanks to a successful crowdfunding campaign, whose support enabled us to record and release the music.

The works were developed as part of the MPC – Mentoring Composing Program, in which orchestra members were able to develop and refine their ideas. The composition process was accompanied and supported by Benjamin Weidekamp and Michael Haves, who worked with the composers over an extended period of time.

“Betreutes Schreiben” stands for collaborative development, experimentation and trust in one’s own ideas. At the same time, the album marks the musical conclusion of our 10th anniversary celebrations – a beautiful ending and, at the same time, a new beginning.