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.

🎙️ Upcoming Lectures & Artist Talks

H Project Performing Arts Association is pleased to announce that founder Hank Hehmsoth will present “Igniting Imagination: The Power of Creativity in Everyday Life” at The Church at Horseshoe Bay for the Horseshoe Bay Cultural Enrichment Society on March 6, 2026. This engaging program explores how creativity connects art, music, and mindfulness in daily experience.

Hank also leads interactive Artist Talks and workshops, including “Slow Down. Tune In. Feel More.” and “Find the Zone – Art & Sound Without Scrolling Past,” which invite participants to explore deep seeing, focused listening, and the intersection of sound and image through intentional creative practice.

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.