Welcome to the H Project Performing Arts Association — HPPAA
Expanding Musical Boundaries. Igniting Creativity.
Inspiring the Next Generation.
What We Do
🎶 Commission & Perform: We sponsor and premiere original compositions and daring arrangements.
🌍 Collaborate & Innovate: We unite with artists, academics, and organizations worldwide to create unique cross-disciplinary works.
🎓 Educate & Inspire: Our masterclasses, workshops, and mentorship programs empower musicians of all ages.
🎷 Celebrate Jazz & Beyond: With projects like the Double Vision Jazz Ensemble and the Austin Jazz Composers Collective, we highlight jazz’s rich history while exploring new horizons.
🎶 See What's Next for HPPAA! 🎷
January-February 2026
"𝑶𝒏 𝑺𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒔"
𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐡𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐦𝐬: 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐬 music/art event at Brazosport College
Founded in 2011 by award-winning jazz pianist and composer Hank Hehmsoth, the HPPAA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit redefining the jazz, world music, and contemporary art music experience from Austin and San Marcos, Texas.
Our Mission
We bring the transformative power of music to diverse audiences through innovative commissions, captivating performances, and educational outreach. Our projects foster creativity, bridge cultural divides, and connect people through the universal language of music.
🎥 Spotlight Projects & Performances
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Double Vision on FOX 7:
Good Day Austin
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Visual Rhythms: Time Space Fabrics
at Brazosport College (Jan-Feb 2026)
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Supple Music Series:
Double Vision Live
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Three Shades of Blue
Chamber jazz commissioned by the Kandinsky Trio
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Ritú Del Sol Andes: Diem
Ballet score commissioned by Ballet Austin
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X-trusions: A Déjà Vu in 4D
premier: International Conference on Latin-American and Modern Music.
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Lady Bird Johnson
Documentary score commissioned by the U.S. National Park Service
Education & Mentorship
Dean’s Seminar: Creativity and the Next Generation
Live jazz performance and discussion series.
GRAMMY in the Schools
Connecting students with GRAMMY-winning musicians in interactive sessions
Copland Fund for Music Award
We are honored to receive a prestigious grant from the Aaron Copland Fund for Music, recognizing our innovative work in jazz composition, education, and performance.
This support enables us to:
Perform new works live
Compose and commission groundbreaking music
Expand educational outreach to aspiring jazz artists
Stay Connected
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“HPPAA celebrates the fusion of creativity and tradition, crafting music that tells a powerful story, resonates deeply, and pushes the boundaries of artistic expression.”
