Jonathan Andre
Jonathan Andre
I was born and raised in London though my family origins are from the West Indies. I’ve been singing all my life and studied jazz and pop music at Kingston University where I started to play the djembe (African drum) and saxophone. After studying African percussion and rhythms I joined the Grand Union Youth Orchestra as a means to actively keep my practice up. Since joining the orchestra I’ve been introduced to many different instruments from around the world and am trying my hand at other percussion instruments under the guidance of professional Grand Union members.
Latest news
The Grand Union Youth Orchestra are aiming to Raise £12k in 2012 to support the ongoing development of the ensemble. Find out how you can contribute
On Friday 11th November 2011 the GUYO performed in Grand Union Orchestra's specially devise "date-specific" show called "11.11.11" at the Hackney Empire. See photos from the show on our facebook page
Fancy yourself a composer? Enter our composition competition for the chance to contribute to a specially create piece performed by an All-Star 11-piece band at Grand Union's upcoming show "11.11.11" at the Hackney Empire Theatre.
Get involved
If you're a young musician living in East London, and like jazz/world music, come along and get involved!
