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Chamber and committees

Roan Anderson Named BBC Radio Scotland Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2025

  • Submitted by: Stuart McMillan, Greenock and Inverclyde, Scottish National Party.
  • Date lodged: Friday, 14 November 2025
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S6M-19730

That the Parliament congratulates Roan Anderson, a talented drummer from Inverclyde, on being named the BBC Radio Scotland Young Jazz Musician of the Year for 2025; notes that Roan impressed judges with his original composition, Dimming Light, and his performance of Emotionally Unintelligent in the final; acknowledges his journey from initially disliking jazz to embracing and excelling in the genre, culminating in his studies at the Junior Conservatoire and his dedication to mastering jazz drumming; commends the support of local musicians and educators, including Lesley McLaren, and the encouragement from his family; recognises Roan’s commitment to his craft, practising up to six hours a day and performing with a range of musicians across Scotland, and wishes him continued success as he prepares for upcoming tours and future musical achievements.


Supported by: Paul Sweeney