Supporting Jazz-insipired Musicians to Build Sustainable Careers
Beyond The Mix
A Career Development Programme Designed for Impact
Beyond the Mix is a career development programme for emerging, jazz-inspired musicians from racially minoritised and/or working-class backgrounds, helping them build sustainable careers through skills, knowledge, and networks.
Focused on London and the North West, it supports those at risk of leaving the industry due to financial pressures. UK Music data (2020–2024) shows slowing growth in workforce diversity, especially among mid-career musicians.
Co-designed with musicians and industry partners, and supported by the BRIT Trust, the programme launches in Autumn 2026.
Who It’s For
For Artists Ready to Build Sustainable Careers
Early - mid career, jazz-inspired artists (18+)
We work with early to mid career jazz-inspired artists, aged 18 and over, who are shaping their sound and building their presence in the industry.
Based in London, Greater Manchester or North West cities
We support artists based in London, Greater Manchester and neighbouring North West cities, connecting local scenes to wider industry pathways.
Global Majority and/or lower socio-economic backgrounds
We prioritise artists from Global Majority and lower socio-economic backgrounds, recognising the structural barriers that often limit access to opportunity.
What We Offer
Tailored Support That Moves You Forward
Paid support slots with established artists across the North West and London, plus mentoring and industry guidance.
Six months of tailored coaching focused on artistic purpose, income generation and career strategy.
Our Impact
What This Means for Artists
Increased paid bookings, audiences and industry connections
Greater confidence and agency to sustain a music career
Stronger, more equitable pathways for artists beyond London
Career Development programme
From Programme to Platform
Our Career Development programme (which ran until 2023) supported over 200 artists, helping them secure label deals, releases, major performances, and awards.
Alumni have signed with leading labels and earned nominations and wins at major industry awards, including the Mercury Prize, Jazz FM Awards, and Ivor Novello Awards.
Key Alumni
The Onward Success of our Alumni
Resources
Our Safeguarding Policy
