Projects

HMS Syncopation

HMS Syncopation

HMS Syncopation HMS Syncopation was premiered at the Manchester Jazz Festival in 2017 featuring Professor Jigget from Yan Tan Tethera…
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How monkey found his swing

How monkey found his swing

“How Monkey found his Swing’ is an upbeat, interactive story session. The group just made me want to dance…and play.…
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Meet Rachael Gladwin

Meet Rachael Gladwin

HSQ were delighted to have the opportunity to work with Rachael Gladwin on “Shapechanger” and are looking forward to collaborating…
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Meet Phil Bennett

Meet Phil Bennett

Phil Bennett was part of the initial HSQ+2 collaboration with Rachael Gladwin and is featured on “Shapechanger”. He has performed…
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Meet Ursula Holden-Gill

Meet Ursula Holden-Gill

“A unique force in storytelling.” (BBC 2 Folk Awards Best Duo 2015 Finalists O’Hooley & Tidow) “A warm-hearted tornado.” (Mike…
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Meet Professor Jigget

Meet Professor Jigget

When HSQ needed a captain for their ship the HMS Syncopation they enlisted the services of Professor Jigget! At Yan…
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Meet the 'Ain't Misbehavin' jazz band

Meet the ‘Ain’t Misbehavin’ jazz band

For their ‘HMS Syncopation’ show HSQ decided to utilise a swinging rhythm section and as tutors for Trafford Music Service…
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