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9/27/24: JAMM Awarded Inaugural ArtsHere Grant from NEA and South Arts
JAMM is one of 112 organizations nationwide selected to receive an ArtsHERE grant as part of a new pilot program from the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with South Arts and in collaboration with the other five U.S. Regional Arts Organizations. These grants support specific projects that will strengthen the organizations’ capacity to sustain meaningful community engagement and increase arts participation for underserved groups and communities.
“The National Endowment for the Arts is thrilled to provide resources to a group of exceptional organizations through ArtsHERE, a program to help deepen meaningful and lasting arts engagement in underserved communities,” said Maria Rosario Jackson, PhD, chair of the National Endowment for the Arts. “Everyone should be able to live an artful life, and ArtsHERE is an important step in ensuring we are strengthening our nation’s arts ecosystem to make this a reality.”
Historically underserved groups and communities—those whose opportunities to experience the arts have been limited by factors such as geography, race or ethnicity, economics, or disability—frequently report lower rates of participation in various arts activities than other groups do. ArtsHERE aims to address disparities in arts participation through grants that help organizations better serve and reach their communities.
In addition to grant awards, ArtsHERE grant recipients will also participate in quarterly peer learning workshops, monthly cohort sessions, and one-on-one meetings with technical assistance coaches and field experts. These meetings are designed for knowledge sharing, learning, and capacity-building, to help reinforce the initiative’s opportunities for cross-sector engagement.
As a pilot program, ArtsHERE will be documented and evaluated by the NEA to better understand the project activities supported by this program and how grantees approached the work. These insights may inform the future of ArtsHERE and similar funding programs in the future.
More than 4,000 organizations applied for ArtsHERE funding in late 2023 and early 2024. Applications were reviewed by multiple review panels based on published review criteria, including the applicant’s organizational capacity and their capacity-building project, alignment with ArtsHERE’s commitment to equity, and engagement with historically underserved communities. The selected organizations will receive funding to support their projects, which will take place between October 2024 through June 2026. For more information on all of the ArtsHERE recommended grants, visit artsHERE.org.
“The National Endowment for the Arts is thrilled to provide resources to a group of exceptional organizations through ArtsHERE, a program to help deepen meaningful and lasting arts engagement in underserved communities,” said Maria Rosario Jackson, PhD, chair of the National Endowment for the Arts. “Everyone should be able to live an artful life, and ArtsHERE is an important step in ensuring we are strengthening our nation’s arts ecosystem to make this a reality.”
Historically underserved groups and communities—those whose opportunities to experience the arts have been limited by factors such as geography, race or ethnicity, economics, or disability—frequently report lower rates of participation in various arts activities than other groups do. ArtsHERE aims to address disparities in arts participation through grants that help organizations better serve and reach their communities.
In addition to grant awards, ArtsHERE grant recipients will also participate in quarterly peer learning workshops, monthly cohort sessions, and one-on-one meetings with technical assistance coaches and field experts. These meetings are designed for knowledge sharing, learning, and capacity-building, to help reinforce the initiative’s opportunities for cross-sector engagement.
As a pilot program, ArtsHERE will be documented and evaluated by the NEA to better understand the project activities supported by this program and how grantees approached the work. These insights may inform the future of ArtsHERE and similar funding programs in the future.
More than 4,000 organizations applied for ArtsHERE funding in late 2023 and early 2024. Applications were reviewed by multiple review panels based on published review criteria, including the applicant’s organizational capacity and their capacity-building project, alignment with ArtsHERE’s commitment to equity, and engagement with historically underserved communities. The selected organizations will receive funding to support their projects, which will take place between October 2024 through June 2026. For more information on all of the ArtsHERE recommended grants, visit artsHERE.org.
8/15/24: 2023-2024 Annual Report
JAMMʼs Annual Report for the 2023-2024 school year is now available online and in print. This report highlights activities for Juneau youth, K-12th grade, last school year. Included in our 10-page report are photos from each school site, demographics, and snapshots of in-school and after-school classes and opportunities.
Click here to check out the report online.
Email: [email protected] for a hard copy report.
Click here to check out the report online.
Email: [email protected] for a hard copy report.
7/15/24: Strummers & Songwriters Showcased on National Open Mic
Strummers and Songwriters at Sitʼ Eeti Shaanax̱ Glacier Valley (SES GV) worked together to compose a song inspired by JAMM club. With the help of SES GV and JAMM teacher, Samantha Georg, students made an audio recording and music video of their song to share with friends and families. This summer their work was selected to be featured on the Creative Abundance Collaborativeʼs virtual Open Mic!
Creating Abundance Collaborative is a supportive ecosystem that nurtures learning, relationships, and cross-sector collaboration to increase funding, mobilize advocacy, and advance policy to strengthen and expand the Creative Youth Development field.
Creating Abundance Collaborative is a supportive ecosystem that nurtures learning, relationships, and cross-sector collaboration to increase funding, mobilize advocacy, and advance policy to strengthen and expand the Creative Youth Development field.
6/30/24: Summer JAMM for Strings and Strummers
JAMMʼs summer programmings continue to grow, reaching new students and providing unique opportunities for Juneau youth. Summer kicked off with JAMMʼs 4th annual Bluegrass Camp for 4th-8th graders; students picked two instruments to play at camp including advanced fiddle, bass, banjo, guitar, and mandolin. Through the month of June, JAMM provided free, weekly group violin lessons for kindergarten through 3rd grade musicians; classes met weekly at Gruening Park.
This summer JAMM invited advancing middle and high school musicians to participate in a Chamber Music Camp; student worked in string quartets and performed in a chamber orchestra directed by Guohua Xia. This pilot project was made possible through the collaborative efforts of JAMM and the Juneau String ensemble.
This summer JAMM invited advancing middle and high school musicians to participate in a Chamber Music Camp; student worked in string quartets and performed in a chamber orchestra directed by Guohua Xia. This pilot project was made possible through the collaborative efforts of JAMM and the Juneau String ensemble.
4/27/24: Congrats to Juneau Staff and Students!
JAMM is proud of our many staff and students who demonstrate discipline, grit, gratitude, optimism, and zest every week. This spring two members of the JAMM family have something extra special to highlight:
Cerys Hudson is this yearʼs Juneau Symphony Concerto winner; in April Cerys performed the first movement of the Boccherini Cello Concerto in B-flat, receiving a standing ovation for her beautiful performance. Cerys has also been invited to participate in the Los Angelos Philharmonicʼs YOLA National Festival, an intensive orchestral training program. Cerys began playing cello in JAMMʼs after school club at Kax̱dig̱oowu Héen Elementary school; she is now a junior at Juneau Douglas High School. We canʼt wait to see where music takes Cerys next!
Meg Rosson is an invaluable member of the JAMM family. Meg is JAMMʼs Community Engagement Coordinator, helping behind the scenes with family communication and outreach activities. This year Meg is also the lead teacher at Auke Bay Elementary School, where she oversee Beginning-Advanced Violins and Orchestra Ensemble. Meg is also a member of this yearʼs TATI cohort, which has provided meaningful professional development and a positive peer network throughout the year. Meg has been selected to attend the 2024 TATI Learning Retreat in Miami, FL this June to continue growing as a teaching artists. Congratulations Meg!
Cerys Hudson is this yearʼs Juneau Symphony Concerto winner; in April Cerys performed the first movement of the Boccherini Cello Concerto in B-flat, receiving a standing ovation for her beautiful performance. Cerys has also been invited to participate in the Los Angelos Philharmonicʼs YOLA National Festival, an intensive orchestral training program. Cerys began playing cello in JAMMʼs after school club at Kax̱dig̱oowu Héen Elementary school; she is now a junior at Juneau Douglas High School. We canʼt wait to see where music takes Cerys next!
Meg Rosson is an invaluable member of the JAMM family. Meg is JAMMʼs Community Engagement Coordinator, helping behind the scenes with family communication and outreach activities. This year Meg is also the lead teacher at Auke Bay Elementary School, where she oversee Beginning-Advanced Violins and Orchestra Ensemble. Meg is also a member of this yearʼs TATI cohort, which has provided meaningful professional development and a positive peer network throughout the year. Meg has been selected to attend the 2024 TATI Learning Retreat in Miami, FL this June to continue growing as a teaching artists. Congratulations Meg!
3/30/24: Spring Newsletter & Summer Activities
As we pass spring break and head into the end of the school year, JAMM has a lot of fun upcoming opportunities to watch our kids perform throughout the community:
End-of-Year Community Celebration: May 3rd, at Sitʼ Eeti Shaanax̱ Elementary
Maritime Festival: May 4th, 12:30-1:30, Downtown
Click Here to read about spring happenings, including our family guitar class this April and end-of-year concerts.
End-of-Year Community Celebration: May 3rd, at Sitʼ Eeti Shaanax̱ Elementary
Maritime Festival: May 4th, 12:30-1:30, Downtown
Click Here to read about spring happenings, including our family guitar class this April and end-of-year concerts.
1/12/24: JAMM Receives Lewis Prize Infusion Award!
JAMM is honored to be one of 7 national organizations to receive an Infusion Award from the Lewis Prize! This award will help support our Haa Too Yéi Yatee program and work around Creative Youth Development and Racial Equity Inclusion Diversity.
The Lewis Prize for Music, a philanthropic music arts organization advancing systems change through Creative Youth Development, has announced its 2024 Awards distributing over $3 million. 11 Creative Youth Development (CYD) organizations nationwide have been selected for awards ranging from $150,000 to $500,000. 15 Semifinalists are receiving grants of $15,000 in recognition of their impact.
Since launching the first Accelerator Awards in 2020, The Lewis Prize has fulfilled its 5-year commitment of $20 million invested in CYD through awards, grants, and research. The foundation is excited to deepen philanthropic activity by forming new partnerships and collaborations that will advance the CYD field. Their recent partnership with Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies has increased distributed funds in the 2024 Awards! The Lewis Prize is using its knowledge and experience to expand advocacy and support of young people in communities across the country.
Learn more about the 2024 Awardees: www.thelewisprize.org
The Lewis Prize for Music, a philanthropic music arts organization advancing systems change through Creative Youth Development, has announced its 2024 Awards distributing over $3 million. 11 Creative Youth Development (CYD) organizations nationwide have been selected for awards ranging from $150,000 to $500,000. 15 Semifinalists are receiving grants of $15,000 in recognition of their impact.
Since launching the first Accelerator Awards in 2020, The Lewis Prize has fulfilled its 5-year commitment of $20 million invested in CYD through awards, grants, and research. The foundation is excited to deepen philanthropic activity by forming new partnerships and collaborations that will advance the CYD field. Their recent partnership with Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies has increased distributed funds in the 2024 Awards! The Lewis Prize is using its knowledge and experience to expand advocacy and support of young people in communities across the country.
Learn more about the 2024 Awardees: www.thelewisprize.org
11/28/23: JAMM Fall 2023 Newsletter
Click Here to check out JAMMʼs Fall Newsletter, featuring two amazing teachers, fall exploratory classes, and Haa Too Yéi Yatee updates.
JAMM also invites our Juneau friends to check out some of our upcoming community events:
Holiday Caroling on Front St, Friday, Dec. 1st 5:30-6pm
After School Club Open House at KHE & SES GV Thursday, Dec. 7th 3:15-4:00
Performing at the Mendenhall Mall Saturday, Dec. 9th 11-1:30pm
JSD School Board Presentation Tuesday, Dec. 12th time TBD
Auke Bay In-School and After School Winter Concert Friday, Dec. 15th 1:45-2:30
JAMM also invites our Juneau friends to check out some of our upcoming community events:
Holiday Caroling on Front St, Friday, Dec. 1st 5:30-6pm
After School Club Open House at KHE & SES GV Thursday, Dec. 7th 3:15-4:00
Performing at the Mendenhall Mall Saturday, Dec. 9th 11-1:30pm
JSD School Board Presentation Tuesday, Dec. 12th time TBD
Auke Bay In-School and After School Winter Concert Friday, Dec. 15th 1:45-2:30
11/15/23: JAMM is a Finalist for the Lewis Prize!
The Lewis Prize for Music has announced 11 Finalists for the 2024 Accelerator Awards. In addition, 13 Semi-Finalists will receive $15,000 each for their impactful work. This year, 261 organizations applied from 42 U.S. states and territories, including Washington D.C.
Founded in 2018 by philanthropist Daniel R. Lewis, The Lewis Prize believes every young person, regardless of who they are or where they live, deserves the opportunity to access high-quality music learning, performance, and creation. The Lewis Prize partners with organizations nationwide doing the work of Creative Youth Development, which merges positive youth development with artistic development in settings that center equity, youth voice, and collective action.
By supporting leaders across the country to continue this great work, The Lewis Prize for Music hopes to inspire other partners to work together to ensure every young person has the opportunity to access transformative artistic resources.
Learn more about the 2024 Finalists and Semi-Finalists: www.thelewisprize.org
Founded in 2018 by philanthropist Daniel R. Lewis, The Lewis Prize believes every young person, regardless of who they are or where they live, deserves the opportunity to access high-quality music learning, performance, and creation. The Lewis Prize partners with organizations nationwide doing the work of Creative Youth Development, which merges positive youth development with artistic development in settings that center equity, youth voice, and collective action.
By supporting leaders across the country to continue this great work, The Lewis Prize for Music hopes to inspire other partners to work together to ensure every young person has the opportunity to access transformative artistic resources.
Learn more about the 2024 Finalists and Semi-Finalists: www.thelewisprize.org
10-30-23: JAMM Offers Ukulele for the Whole Family
JAMMʼs Family Classes are back this year! JAMM Alum, Jemima Verebasaga, and JSD teacher, Luciano Barrera, are teaming up to lead 3 family class sessions this year, including classes in ukulele and guitar.
Family classes are offered both in-person and online, so that families can practice in the comfort of their home or join a live jam session at school. Online classes also provide an opportunity for grandparents or family members far away to connect and learn alongside their child in Juneau.
Family classes are offered both in-person and online, so that families can practice in the comfort of their home or join a live jam session at school. Online classes also provide an opportunity for grandparents or family members far away to connect and learn alongside their child in Juneau.
8-24-23: JAMM FY 2023 Annual Report
Although JAMM has wrapped up the 2022-2023 school year, there is still much to celebrate. One of the best moments of each year is early fall, when we can take a minute to reflect on some of the wonderful things we have accomplished, the many great people we have shared the year with, and the enrichment of our community.
Click Here to check out JAMMʼs FY 23 Annual Report. Hard copies are also available upon request.
Click Here to check out JAMMʼs FY 23 Annual Report. Hard copies are also available upon request.
3-18-23: Join us for an evening with PUBLIQuartet
JAMM is excited to host PUBLIQuartet for one night only! PUBLIQuartet will be leading workshops for young musicians during the day and performing a benefit concert for JAMM on March 29th, 7:30pm at the JACC! Buy tickets online and in-person.
Applauded by The Washington Post as “a perfect encapsulation of today’s trends in chamber music,” and by The New Yorker as “independent-minded,” the GRAMMY nominated PUBLIQuartet’s modern interpretation of chamber music makes them one of the most dynamic artists of their generation. Dedicated to presenting new works for string quartet, PUBLIQuartet rose on the music scene as winner of the 2013 Concert Artists Guild’s New Music/New Places award, and in 2019 garnered Chamber Music America’s prestigious Visionary Award for outstanding and innovative approaches to contemporary classical, jazz, and world chamber music. PQ’s genre-bending programs range from 20th century masterworks to newly commissioned pieces, alongside re-imaginations of classical works featuring open-form improvisations that expand the techniques and aesthetic of the traditional string quartet.
Applauded by The Washington Post as “a perfect encapsulation of today’s trends in chamber music,” and by The New Yorker as “independent-minded,” the GRAMMY nominated PUBLIQuartet’s modern interpretation of chamber music makes them one of the most dynamic artists of their generation. Dedicated to presenting new works for string quartet, PUBLIQuartet rose on the music scene as winner of the 2013 Concert Artists Guild’s New Music/New Places award, and in 2019 garnered Chamber Music America’s prestigious Visionary Award for outstanding and innovative approaches to contemporary classical, jazz, and world chamber music. PQ’s genre-bending programs range from 20th century masterworks to newly commissioned pieces, alongside re-imaginations of classical works featuring open-form improvisations that expand the techniques and aesthetic of the traditional string quartet.
3-5-23: Congratulations to JAMMʼs National Youth Ambassador!
JAMMʼs own Jemima Verebasaga (Miss Jemima) has been selected to be a Youth Ambassador at El Sistemaʼs National Symposium March 9-11. Jemima has been working with a cohort to prepare for a presentation, which she will deliver in person at the symposium.
Jemima is a senior in the Raven Homeschool program. Jemima has been playing the violin since kindergarten; she is a member of JAMMʼs very first kindergarten cohort, and the violin has continued to play a positive piece in her life. Today, Jemima takes private lessons with Franz Felkl, she is a teaching assistant at two after school club sites, and she performs in a variety of Juneau ensembles.
We are so proud of Jemima and with her well at the symposium!
Click Here to learn more about El Sistema USAʼ National Youth Ambassadors
Jemima is a senior in the Raven Homeschool program. Jemima has been playing the violin since kindergarten; she is a member of JAMMʼs very first kindergarten cohort, and the violin has continued to play a positive piece in her life. Today, Jemima takes private lessons with Franz Felkl, she is a teaching assistant at two after school club sites, and she performs in a variety of Juneau ensembles.
We are so proud of Jemima and with her well at the symposium!
Click Here to learn more about El Sistema USAʼ National Youth Ambassadors
12-27-22: Happy Holiday Season with JAMM
JAMM has wrapped up 2022 with a number of exciting performances at school and around town! Students from all 3 elementary schools sang carols for the Downtown Business Associationʼs Holiday Gallery Walk, followed by a cello choir performance at the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council. The following week, 5th grade musicians from Kax̱dig̱oowu Hen and Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ performed for Governor Dunleavyʼs Holiday Open House. Saturday, Dec. 10th, JAMM hosted the Mendenhall Mallʼs Holiday Village, dazzling shoppers with music throughout the day. The season wrapped up with Middle School Music Mentors hosting a virtual concert live-streamed by JuneauLive.
If you missed these fun, festive opportunities, you can check out more on these news sites:
JuneauEmpire: Gallery Walk
JuneauEmpire: Holiday Village
KINY Radio: Governor Dunleavyʼs Open House
KTOO: Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ Paper Violin Concert
If you missed these fun, festive opportunities, you can check out more on these news sites:
JuneauEmpire: Gallery Walk
JuneauEmpire: Holiday Village
KINY Radio: Governor Dunleavyʼs Open House
KTOO: Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ Paper Violin Concert
11-26-22: Fall Reflection & Newsletter Link
This fall JAMM has hosted several "firsts:"
We are so grateful for these opportunities, and we are excited to share fall happenings with you.
Click here to check out our Fall Newsletter.
- Students at Auke Bay Elementary and Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ Glacier Valley are playing guitar, mandolin, fiddle, and bass in JAMMʼs new Bluegrass program, led by Lindsay Clark and Henry Colt.
- At Kax̱dig̱oowu Héen and Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ one can also find Floyd Dryden Middle School Musicians and Mentors working with younger students during after-school string ensemble and exploratory classes.
We are so grateful for these opportunities, and we are excited to share fall happenings with you.
Click here to check out our Fall Newsletter.
9-10-22: Middle School Mentorship and Music Opportunities
JAMM is excited to reinstate our Middle School Mentorship program. Middle school musicians are invited to assist JAMM staff and help coach advanced elementary age orchestra musicians. Middle schoolers will provide ideas and feedback to help improve the orchestral experience and participate in JAMM performance opportunities. Middle school mentors will meet on Wednesdays at Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ Glacier Valley, 3:45-4:45pm, starting September 21st. Click Here to sign up.
Mondays at Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ also offers middle schoolers and opportunity to explore Bluegrass music. Students will study mandolin, guitar, fiddle, or low strings and have the opportunity to play as an ensemble and perform in the community. Click Here to sign up.
Mondays at Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ also offers middle schoolers and opportunity to explore Bluegrass music. Students will study mandolin, guitar, fiddle, or low strings and have the opportunity to play as an ensemble and perform in the community. Click Here to sign up.
8-28-22: After School Club Registration is Open!
JAMM is excited to kick off our 2022-2023 school year with new opportunities and returning favorites. This year, at Auke Bay and Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ Glacier Valley Schools, 3rd-5th grade students will get to participate in a Bluegrass ensemble and exploratory that will include fiddle, bass, guitar, and mandolin. At SESGV and KHE, exploratory classes will begin with Music Tech, led by Josh LaBocca, this fall.
After-school club is open to all 2nd-5th grade students at Auke Bay, Kax̱digooū Héen, and Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ Glacier Valley elementary schools. To learn more, click on the Family Hub link or the school registration tabs.
After-school club is open to all 2nd-5th grade students at Auke Bay, Kax̱digooū Héen, and Sitʼ Éeti Shaanax̱ Glacier Valley elementary schools. To learn more, click on the Family Hub link or the school registration tabs.
7-29-22: Reflection on Resilience
JAMMʼs resilience project is a series of two Lingít songs, Daaḵ Nadéin (“the tide is coming in”) and Yánde Kg̱waláa (“the tide is going to go out”), inspired by conversations with Língit elders and JAMM students. These songs are presented in a music video project that brought together students, staff, musicians, dancers, and elders, showing the rich diversity of Juneauʼs culture and showcasing efforts of multiple organizations in Southeast Alaska to revitalize the Língit language before it is lost forever. This project was filmed both at JAMM school sites and throughout Juneau, home of the Áak'w Kwáan people.
In the initial stages, it was the conversations between JAMM students, Athabascan songster Yuxgitsiy George Holly, and Língit Elder Aanyaanáx̱ Ray Wilson that inspired these songs. Aanyaanáx̱ shared with George that he should write something about today to document how our children are learning the Lingít language and bringing it back to our shores, like the tide, which cleanses and heals us. George Hollyʼs songs were inspired by these conversations, Língit words of encouragement, and is a reflection of both studentsʼ respect and appreciation of Língit language and culture and the collaboration between JAMM, local indigenous organizations, and local arts organizations to uplift and acknowledge the people and the language that has been spoken in our land for tens of thousands of years, Língit Aaní. JAMM staff orchestrated music to accompany the song; students performed the music and are featured in the video. In addition to singing, older students performed the song melodies or harmonies on their instruments; younger students created a soundscape using tremolo, col legno, pizzicato, tapping on the instrument, and playing with dynamics and speed. Visually, older students practiced dancing in a traditional Língit style. Younger students also chose to each be a caretaker of a Língit word and created a story in which they each find their special word in a seashell, which speaks to each of them and then transforms from a seashell to a rattle and becomes part of the “heartbeat” of the song.
JAMM is grateful to be part of Carnegie Hallʼs Play USA cohort; this music video is JAMMʼs submission to Play USAʼs Reflection on Resilience project and was presented at Carnegie Hall this June! JAMM thanks the following partners for helping this project come to fruition: Alaska State Council on the Arts,Carnegie Hall, Douglas Indian Association, Goldbelt Heritage Institute, Indian Studies Program (JSD), Juneau Arts and Humanities Council, Juneau School District, Andrew P. Kashevaroff Alaska State Museum, Kax̱digoowú Héen Elementary School, KTOO, Sealaska Heritage Institute, Sítʼ Eetí Shaanáx̱ Glacier Valley Elementary School, University of Alaska Southeast (UAS), UAS Native & Rural Student Center, Woosh.ji.een Dance Group
Click here to check out JAMMʼs Reflections on Resilience video.
In the initial stages, it was the conversations between JAMM students, Athabascan songster Yuxgitsiy George Holly, and Língit Elder Aanyaanáx̱ Ray Wilson that inspired these songs. Aanyaanáx̱ shared with George that he should write something about today to document how our children are learning the Lingít language and bringing it back to our shores, like the tide, which cleanses and heals us. George Hollyʼs songs were inspired by these conversations, Língit words of encouragement, and is a reflection of both studentsʼ respect and appreciation of Língit language and culture and the collaboration between JAMM, local indigenous organizations, and local arts organizations to uplift and acknowledge the people and the language that has been spoken in our land for tens of thousands of years, Língit Aaní. JAMM staff orchestrated music to accompany the song; students performed the music and are featured in the video. In addition to singing, older students performed the song melodies or harmonies on their instruments; younger students created a soundscape using tremolo, col legno, pizzicato, tapping on the instrument, and playing with dynamics and speed. Visually, older students practiced dancing in a traditional Língit style. Younger students also chose to each be a caretaker of a Língit word and created a story in which they each find their special word in a seashell, which speaks to each of them and then transforms from a seashell to a rattle and becomes part of the “heartbeat” of the song.
JAMM is grateful to be part of Carnegie Hallʼs Play USA cohort; this music video is JAMMʼs submission to Play USAʼs Reflection on Resilience project and was presented at Carnegie Hall this June! JAMM thanks the following partners for helping this project come to fruition: Alaska State Council on the Arts,Carnegie Hall, Douglas Indian Association, Goldbelt Heritage Institute, Indian Studies Program (JSD), Juneau Arts and Humanities Council, Juneau School District, Andrew P. Kashevaroff Alaska State Museum, Kax̱digoowú Héen Elementary School, KTOO, Sealaska Heritage Institute, Sítʼ Eetí Shaanáx̱ Glacier Valley Elementary School, University of Alaska Southeast (UAS), UAS Native & Rural Student Center, Woosh.ji.een Dance Group
Click here to check out JAMMʼs Reflections on Resilience video.
6-20-22: Canales Project
This year JAMM was honored to receive a Grant for Arts Project award from the National Endowment for the Arts in collaboration with El Sistema USA® (ESUSA)!
The NEA commission California based composer, Dom Jones, to orchestrate her song, "Hear My Song", inspired by the life of Rebekah Yar Yak, for JAMM students.
This May, Glacier Valley 4th and 5th grade rock band students performed this piece arranged for keyboard, strings, drums, and vocals.
Click here to watch the students perform.
The NEA commission California based composer, Dom Jones, to orchestrate her song, "Hear My Song", inspired by the life of Rebekah Yar Yak, for JAMM students.
This May, Glacier Valley 4th and 5th grade rock band students performed this piece arranged for keyboard, strings, drums, and vocals.
Click here to watch the students perform.
1-18-22: Haa Tóo Yéi Yatee Update
Each week at Sit' Eetí Shaanáx̱ Glacier Valley Elementary School kindergarten through 2nd grade students receive 90 minutes of g̱íx̱ ʼjaa (violin) cotaught by a team of elders, scholars, musicians and teachers who work together to make JAMMʼs violin curriculum more place-based and culturally sustaining.
As JAMM supports music of this place, so does it support the language of this place. The success of Haa Tóo Yéi Yatee and its mission to increase the number of fluent Lingít speakers depends upon the support and teamwork of home, school and community members. JAMM is so grateful to work with, and learn from, an amazing and patient cohort of Língit speakers, teachers, and elders! We also thank the school staff and families for their support and engagement! Gunalchéesh
As JAMM supports music of this place, so does it support the language of this place. The success of Haa Tóo Yéi Yatee and its mission to increase the number of fluent Lingít speakers depends upon the support and teamwork of home, school and community members. JAMM is so grateful to work with, and learn from, an amazing and patient cohort of Língit speakers, teachers, and elders! We also thank the school staff and families for their support and engagement! Gunalchéesh
1-16-22: JAMM Springs Into the Semester!
This spring JAMM has some exciting new partnerships and projects:
- Canales Project: JAMM is one of four El Sistema USA programs selected to participate in the Canales Project, funded by the National Endowment for the Arts. This project “highlights women-identifying composers and compositions. The goal for the project is to connect young musicians to female composers, provide paid opportunities to female composers, and provide a platform for all composers and programs involved. Additionally, each composition is written for female honorees.” Students at Auke Bay Elementary will work directly with artist Dom Jones; Jones graduated from Berklee College with a dual major in Songwriting and Music Business. She is the founder of Dom Empire, where she weavesher passion for music, media, and social justice through various projects.
- Reflections on Resilience: JAMM has commissioned composer George Holly to compose a song about resilience, inspired by Língit language revitalization efforts in our community and convserations with Glacier Valley and Riverbend students. "Reflections on Resilience strives to capture the ways young artists in communities across the country are experiencing this moment in history, creating art amid converging pandemics of a global health crisis and systemic oppression." This composition will be performed by JAMM students and staff, accompanied by videography and tableau produced by the students.
8-16-21: JAMM FY 21 Annual Report
JAMM's FY21 Annual Report is ready to view! Last year JAMM served 268 Juneau students from kindergarten through high school. JAMM provided both virtual and in-person classes and activities including two family concerts, performances at the New JAHC Spring Into Arts Celebration and Maritime Festival, and hosted first student recital.
Click Here to view JAMM's Final Report.
Click Here to view JAMM's Final Report.
7-29-21: JAMM Is LA Phil's Partners In Music Learning Recipient
The Los Angeles Philharmonic recently awarded JAMM with $25,000 as a part of Partners in Music Learning, a new regranting initiative of the LA Phil’s YOLA National program, supporting creative youth development and music programs in regions across the U.S. Underwritten by an anonymous donor, this is the first regranting opportunity ever offered by the LA Phil.
JAMM is one of 18 organizations across the U.S. to receive the Partners in Music Learning funding this year. Grant funds will support capacity building and programming, as well as increase youth access to music learning opportunities. This initiative will
also create a national music educator cohort, providing grantee organizations with a platform for shared learning and to support each other in deepening their existing programs and impact beyond the grant period.
The program was itself built in consultation with leaders and stakeholders in the youth development and music education fields, including young people. Elsje Kibler-Vermaas, Vice President of Learning at the LA Phil, said, “It was important to us to design a democratic grantmaking process. As we developed Partners in Music Learning, we worked to consider the perspectives of those the program aims to serve and will provide a platform where all participants are learning from and alongside each other.
JAMM is one of 18 organizations across the U.S. to receive the Partners in Music Learning funding this year. Grant funds will support capacity building and programming, as well as increase youth access to music learning opportunities. This initiative will
also create a national music educator cohort, providing grantee organizations with a platform for shared learning and to support each other in deepening their existing programs and impact beyond the grant period.
The program was itself built in consultation with leaders and stakeholders in the youth development and music education fields, including young people. Elsje Kibler-Vermaas, Vice President of Learning at the LA Phil, said, “It was important to us to design a democratic grantmaking process. As we developed Partners in Music Learning, we worked to consider the perspectives of those the program aims to serve and will provide a platform where all participants are learning from and alongside each other.
7-12-21: Haa Tóo Yai Yatee Pilot Program
This fall JAMM is piloting a new Kindergarten-1st Grade program that will blend JAMM's violin curriculum with a Lingít language revitalization curriculum developed in partnership with Lingít scholars, speakers, musicians, and teachers. Students at Sítʼ Eetí Shaanáx̱, Glacier Valley Elementary School will receive 90 minutes of weekly instruction during the school day; classes will be taught by a cohort of school staff, JAMM staff, and Lingít scholars.
For more information on JAMM's pilot program, click here: Haa Tóo Yai Yatee- It Is In Us.
For more information on JAMM's pilot program, click here: Haa Tóo Yai Yatee- It Is In Us.
5-10-21: JAMM Student Recital and Special Recognition
Congratulations to Cerys Hudson, JAMM Cellist and YOLA National Chamber Orchestra 2021 Participant! This spring Cerys auditioned for YOLA’s National Festival Chamber Orchestra: “An intensive summer learning program and top-tier ensemble, the YOLA National Festival is an opportunity for young musicians from Sistema-inspired programs and programs similarly invested in youth and community development through music.”
JAMM has provided private lessons for 8 JAMM alumnae this year, funded by Carnegie Hall’s Play USA program. Cerys Hudson and fellow musicians will perform in JAMM’s first student recital this Sunday,
May 16th at 3pm AK time. Viewers can watch the recital live on JAMM’s YouTube Page.
4-7-21: Summer Student Opportunities
This summer JAMM students have two great options for music making with friends!
June: JAMM is offering free weekly sessions for 2nd grade- middle school musicians. Offerings include Violin, Cello, String Ensemble, and Mariachi Ensemble. Classes will meet at Juneau Church of Christ and Gruening Park. Click Here to register. For more information contact Meghan Johnson: [email protected].
August: The Juneau Symphony is partnering with JAMM and Eaglecrest to host a music camp August 2nd-6th for 2nd-5th grade musicians. JAMM teachers and JSO musicians Franz Felkl and Meghan Johnson will coach strings, with support from JAMM's awesome high school teaching assistants. Camp will include bussing, lunch, music, crafts, and outdoor activities. Students can register on the Juneau Symphony website. Scholarships are available.
3-18-21: Middle School Mariachi Ensemble
In 2020 JAMM helped initiate an afterschool Mariachi ensemble at Dzantiki Heeni Middle School, taught by music teacher Michael Bucy. This year the ensemble, which includes brass, strings, and guitars continues to grow in size, including JAMM 5th graders in the violin section!
In the fall JAMM purchased authentic vilahuaellas and guitarons for students; funding for instruments was provided by Carnegie Hall’s Play USA program. This spring these young musicians are meeting in person every Wednesday, at the Mendenhall Mall. We look forward to a performance opportunity in May.
In the fall JAMM purchased authentic vilahuaellas and guitarons for students; funding for instruments was provided by Carnegie Hall’s Play USA program. This spring these young musicians are meeting in person every Wednesday, at the Mendenhall Mall. We look forward to a performance opportunity in May.
1-20-21: Tlingit Dance and Drumming Exploratory
Tlingit Dance and Drumming meets Mondays, 4:00-4:45. To sign up, please email JAMM at: [email protected], or contact your school music teacher.
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This year JAMM is hosting Lingit Drumming and Dance, a Music Exploratory Opportunity for 2nd-5th grade students. Historically JAMM has provided exploratories only to students participating in after-school club at one of JAMM’s three elementary school sites. Due to the unique needs of our community this year and JAMM’s commitment to sharing the diverse artforms of our Juneau community with students, we have opened Tlingit Drumming and Dance to all 2nd-5th graders attending Auke Bay and Glacier Valley schools regardless of students’ enrollment in after-school JAMM club.
JAMM’s Tlingit Drumming and Dance Exploratory is led by Jinkasee.ee, Rose Willard. Jinkasee.ee is the Cultural Specialist with the Indian Studies Program at Sít Éetí Shaanáx, Glacier Valley Elementary School and a lead drummer with Woosh.ji.Een Dance Group. One of 16 heritage language scholars, Jinkasee.ee received a full scholarship to participate in a unique program offered through a partnership with Sealaska Heritage Institute and the University of Alaska Southeast called Haa Yoo X̱ʼatángi Deiyí (Our Language Pathway). “As a cultural specialist in elementary schools, I am excited to study the Lingít language with the hopes of bringing more language and fluency into the classrooms. Being in this program has been a great opportunity to connect with other language learners and teachers as we work towards making Lingít language learning the focus for our youth and future generations. |
12-5-20: JAMM/ Global Leaders Program Sponsoring a Free Workshop
Click Here to Sign Up
Tension and Creativity: How to Let Go and Access Your Creative Engine
Saturday, Dec. 5th 10-11:30 a.m.
The world we live in today is tension-filled and stressful. This workshop will focus on releasing built-up tension that gets in the way of our creative and playful inner selves. The Alexander technique coupled with chakra work and The Inner Game of Tennis will be woven together. You will come out of it freer, refreshed, and with your creative juices flowing! You will also learn some strategies to use with student or try on your own when creativity seems like a planet in outer space.
Aimed for: Musicians and Teachers. Good for high school age on up.
Tension and Creativity: How to Let Go and Access Your Creative Engine
Saturday, Dec. 5th 10-11:30 a.m.
The world we live in today is tension-filled and stressful. This workshop will focus on releasing built-up tension that gets in the way of our creative and playful inner selves. The Alexander technique coupled with chakra work and The Inner Game of Tennis will be woven together. You will come out of it freer, refreshed, and with your creative juices flowing! You will also learn some strategies to use with student or try on your own when creativity seems like a planet in outer space.
Aimed for: Musicians and Teachers. Good for high school age on up.
GLP Cohort Member: Machele Miller Dill
USA | voice
Bio Michelle is an educator, actor, director, and playwright. She is the Musical Theatre Program Director at the University of Tulsa and a member of Actor’s Equity Association and of the American Guild of Variety Artists.
Additional Affiliation
The University of Tulsa
Musical Theatre Program Director
USA | voice
Bio Michelle is an educator, actor, director, and playwright. She is the Musical Theatre Program Director at the University of Tulsa and a member of Actor’s Equity Association and of the American Guild of Variety Artists.
Additional Affiliation
The University of Tulsa
Musical Theatre Program Director
10-20-20 JAMM-LCCC Partnership for Riverbend School K/1 Bell Program
*Updates 1/11/21
Traditionally JAMM marks the start of the school year with paper-violin nights; families and kindergarten teachers construct paper mache violins, assembling, painting, and labeling and instrument for every kinder musician at school.
In response to COVID JAMM has altered its in-school violin program. This year the opportunity to gather in person is not a safe option, and elementary music programs have been minimized to limit screen time. However the benefits of playing an instrument are now more important than ever: creativity, critical thinking, peer mentorship, and literacy skills.
Riverbend Elementary School has not been deterred by this year’s limitations! In an effort to continue their K/1 in-school JAMM program, they have designed a xylophone program to replace the more expensive, less durable violins this school year.
This innovative program has brought together a unique, local partnership between JAMM and Lemon Creek Correctional Center. This fall Riverbend students are reading music and practicing on paper xylophone sets, earning bars and mallets for their paper sets each week. Meanwhile, LCCC hobby shop workers and officers at the prison are building real xylophones that students will get to take home in January. These small xylophones are more portable and durable than violins- the perfect instrument to place in the care of young, novice musicians who are connecting with their school community and learning online this year.
Click here to check out JAMM's interview on Alaska News Source
In response to COVID JAMM has altered its in-school violin program. This year the opportunity to gather in person is not a safe option, and elementary music programs have been minimized to limit screen time. However the benefits of playing an instrument are now more important than ever: creativity, critical thinking, peer mentorship, and literacy skills.
Riverbend Elementary School has not been deterred by this year’s limitations! In an effort to continue their K/1 in-school JAMM program, they have designed a xylophone program to replace the more expensive, less durable violins this school year.
This innovative program has brought together a unique, local partnership between JAMM and Lemon Creek Correctional Center. This fall Riverbend students are reading music and practicing on paper xylophone sets, earning bars and mallets for their paper sets each week. Meanwhile, LCCC hobby shop workers and officers at the prison are building real xylophones that students will get to take home in January. These small xylophones are more portable and durable than violins- the perfect instrument to place in the care of young, novice musicians who are connecting with their school community and learning online this year.
Click here to check out JAMM's interview on Alaska News Source
10/10/2020 Mudrooms Event
JAMM is grateful to be the beneficiary recipient of Mudroom’s Season 10 opening event. Each Mudrooms event features seven-minute personal stories from seven people on a monthly theme; the theme for this session will be “In Deep."
During covid-19, we’ll be recording new stories, audio-only, to be released as a podcast and broadcast on KTOO. Instead of gathering for monthly events, we’re going to every-other-month: October, December and February.
Tune in to KTOO on Monday, October 19th to hear Juneau storytellers share tales of tough situations, poor investments or going all in.
You can learn more about Mudrooms on their website: mudrooms.org or Facebook page: www.facebook.com/mudrooms/
During covid-19, we’ll be recording new stories, audio-only, to be released as a podcast and broadcast on KTOO. Instead of gathering for monthly events, we’re going to every-other-month: October, December and February.
Tune in to KTOO on Monday, October 19th to hear Juneau storytellers share tales of tough situations, poor investments or going all in.
You can learn more about Mudrooms on their website: mudrooms.org or Facebook page: www.facebook.com/mudrooms/
8/11/2020 JAMM Annual Report
JAMM's Final Report of the 2019-2020 school year is available online; to view the report, please click here. This year JAMM is going green by publishing the Final Report online. To receive a hard copy of this report, please email JAMM with your mailing address.
Thank you to all of our 2019-2020 donors who helped JAMM reach over 600 kindergarten through 9th grade students in the Juneau community!
Thank you to all of our 2019-2020 donors who helped JAMM reach over 600 kindergarten through 9th grade students in the Juneau community!
7/22/2020 JAMM Musicians perform for peace
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JAMM students Aiden and Aaron performed Ode to Joy throughout the beautiful Juneau community in honor of "Peace and Love, A Sign For Our Time." Ode to Joy represents resilience and the choice to find joy even in the midst of tough times. More information on the activities for "Peace and Love, A Sign For Our Time" can be found in Inspiredworks.net. |
5/31/2020 JAMM 2019-2020 Slide Show
Thank you for your support during the 2019-2020 school year. This year marked JAMM’s 10th Anniversary; it has been a year of surprises, challenges, and new opportunities. The fall and winter seasons were full of first-time performances and experiences for students and staff. The spring brought a season of surprises and challenges for JAMM. During this challenging time JAMM’s solid foundation, based on local partnerships and support, has helped us to be adaptable and innovative. Thank you for your support!
Click Here to View JAMM's 2019-2020 Slide Show
Click Here to View JAMM's 2019-2020 Slide Show
5/10/2020 JAMM Spring and Summer Learning Opportunities
Over the past 6 weeks JAMM has been continuing to offer a variety of services to students through online platforms. Many students are continuing to play their instrument and learn with 15 minute lessons taught by JAMM’s lead teaching staff. We have appreciated the connection staff have had with families, who have brought our teachers into their homes, so that students can continue developing independent practice skills and even ability to tune their own instruments! Each Friday students from all three elementary JAMM sites have come together for a live session of play-alongs, musical scavenger hunts and games, and new practice tools. This opportunity to connect students JAMM-wide has been an exciting way for students to get to make new friends with peers from other schools.
This summer JAMM will continue to offer online learning opportunities for 1st-8th grade string musicians! Juneau students interested in summer group lessons can register and learn more here.
JAMM thanks our local and state community for supporting our program, so that even in these uncertain times, we can continue to serve and support Juneau students and families through the power of music.
This summer JAMM will continue to offer online learning opportunities for 1st-8th grade string musicians! Juneau students interested in summer group lessons can register and learn more here.
JAMM thanks our local and state community for supporting our program, so that even in these uncertain times, we can continue to serve and support Juneau students and families through the power of music.
3/14/2020: JAMM Programming and Remote Learning
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As a result of the COVID-19 guidelines from the CDC and the State of Alaska, JAMM has suspended its in person instruction. However, we will continue to serve our community; each day we are inspired by innovative ways that people are staying connected and involved! JAMM will continue to serve its students by providing instruction opportunities through our JAMM Hub and Online Lessons pages in hopes to keep our students connected, inspired, and motivated. The pages include printable worksheets, tutorials, music games, play-along songs, and favorite videos. We will continue to regularly update our website; please contact us with any questions at [email protected].
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March Mudrooms: Left Behind!
Please join JAMM for the March Mudrooms event, featuring 7 local storytellers telling 7 minute stories inspired by the theme Left Behind. JAMM will provide music ranging from string band Super Bear, to spoken word featuring TJ Cramer, and fiddle tunes featuring Glacier Valley JAMM students.
The event will be Tuesday, March 10th, 7 pm, at Northern Light United Church. Tickets are available at the door for $7 per person. Cookies and coffee will also be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit JAMM.
More information is available on the Mudrooms website.
The event will be Tuesday, March 10th, 7 pm, at Northern Light United Church. Tickets are available at the door for $7 per person. Cookies and coffee will also be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit JAMM.
More information is available on the Mudrooms website.
JAMM and The Dippers Open the 31st Alaska Legislature
JAMM and The Dippers came together on Jan. 27th to welcome the 31st Alaska Legislature back to Juneau by performing the Alaska Flag Song at the opening session. The Dippers began with 4 students under the direction of Dr. Heagy who are working to make the 2nd verse of the state flag song official. The group of 4th and 5th graders, which includes Glacier Valley JAMM students, has steadily grown into a large team of students advocating through phone calls and letters to community leaders, song writing, artwork, and public speaking. The Dippers and JAMM thank Rep. Andi Story and Sen. Jesse Kiehl for their help in making a resolution, Bill 193, which will be presented to the Legislature this spring. You can learn more about the Dippers and their work through News of the North and the Dipper’s website.
JAMM Performs at Mudrooms
Please join JAMM for February's Mudrooms event. This month will feature 7 local storytellers inspired by the theme UNEXPECTED. JAMM will provide music ranging from a string quartet featuring JAMM and JSO musicians, spoken word featuring TJ Cramer, and fiddle tunes featuring Riverbend JAMM students.
The event will be February 11th, 7 pm, at Northern Light United Church. Tickets are available at the door for $7 per person. Cookies and coffee will also be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit JAMM.
More information is available on the Mudrooms website.
The event will be February 11th, 7 pm, at Northern Light United Church. Tickets are available at the door for $7 per person. Cookies and coffee will also be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit JAMM.
More information is available on the Mudrooms website.
Thank you, Holiday Pops Community Chorus
Many thanks to the Holiday Pops Chorus for collecting among its over 70 members a $345 donation to JAMM. This donation will support JAMM's Sponsor a Child Program: $250 provides a child in our after-school program
- Quality string instruction in violin, viola or cello for 90 min/wk
- Exploration in music technology, songwriting, ukulele & cultural dance
- Well-maintained violin, viola or cello to check-out for practice at home
- Teaching Artist partnered with a certified school teacher to provide a positive learning environment with high and consistent expectations
- Transportation to attend and perform in community events
- Healthy snacks
Check Out JAMM This Holiday Season
Upcoming opportunities to watch JAMM students in action:
- Tuesday, Dec. 10th JAMM students will perform at the Governor's Annual Open House. Holiday shoppers may also catch a glimpse of musicians playing carols throughout downtown.
- Friday, Dec. 13th JAMM has been invited to perform in a joint holiday concert with the Alaska Youth Choir. This event is free and will be held at Northern Lights Church, at 7pm.
- Friday, Dec. 13th Auke Bay JAMM students and Ursa Major students will perform at Auke Bay school, 7pm. This event is free to the public.
- Thursday, Dec. 19th JAMM High School Alum will perform and present for the Juneau Chamber of Commerce Luncheon 12p.m. at the Moose Lodge. Seats may be reserved at: https://www.juneauchamber.com/calendar/luncheons/
JAMM Partners With Carnegie Hall!
JAMM has been selected to be a partner in Carnegie Hall’s Play USA Cohort. This year’s cohort includes 17 instrumental music organizations who serve low-income and underserved populations. Play USA’s partnership includes professional development and grant funding, which JAMM is using to support secondary instrumental programs and secondary JAMM alum.
JAMM’s support includes free group lessons, scholarships for private lessons, an afterschool Maraichi program at Dzantiki Heeni Middle School, support for differentiated instruction for DHMS orchestra students, and teaching assistant training opportunities for Floyd Dryden JAMM Alum.
JAMM thanks Karen Cueva for visiting our sites and spending time getting to know Juneau and JAMM students, staff, and board. We look forward to working with Karen, Carnegie Hall, and the Play USA cohort nationwide!
JAMM’s support includes free group lessons, scholarships for private lessons, an afterschool Maraichi program at Dzantiki Heeni Middle School, support for differentiated instruction for DHMS orchestra students, and teaching assistant training opportunities for Floyd Dryden JAMM Alum.
JAMM thanks Karen Cueva for visiting our sites and spending time getting to know Juneau and JAMM students, staff, and board. We look forward to working with Karen, Carnegie Hall, and the Play USA cohort nationwide!
Tracy Arm Fjord Wildlife Cruise
You are invited to join JAMM for a full day of beautiful Alaskan wildlife and scenery with string music provided by JAMM teacher Lindsay Clark and Executive Director Meghan Johnson.
Limited seats are available, $150 per ticket. Only 45 tickets available for purchase, so don't delay! Click on this link to purchase tickets.
You are invited to join JAMM for a full day of beautiful Alaskan wildlife and scenery with string music provided by JAMM teacher Lindsay Clark and Executive Director Meghan Johnson.
Limited seats are available, $150 per ticket. Only 45 tickets available for purchase, so don't delay! Click on this link to purchase tickets.
- More information:
- Boarding is at 8am, cast off is at 8:30; we will return by 6pm.
- To board, please meet behind the tram at 8
- Sorry, the cruise is not appropriate for children under 6
- Sorry, the cruise is not appropriate for those with mobility issues
- Bring binoculars and dress warm so you can enjoy time on the deck! You may bring your own food or purchase food on board.
- For more information, please call 209-7984
5/3/19 JAMM Ends the Year With Showcase Featuring New Teaching Artists
The 2018-2019 school year was rich with diverse musical opportunities and experiences. JAMM's family of teaching artists expanded with the addition of Hula teachers Lineni Pasi and Teresa Svencara. Hula teacher and musician Toutai Pasi co-taught Hula and worked with veteran JAMM ukulele teacher Kalei Weary to provide authentic background music for the Hula student performers. Next year this talented team of artists plans to return to Glacier Valley school to add Tahitian dance and drumming to JAMM's exploratory experience.
Janice Hurley, a well respected dance teacher, also joined JAMM's staff this year. Janice taught Modern Dance at both Glacier Valley and Riverbend schools. Janice also extended her time with JAMM to choreograph dances to accompany two songs on JAMM's first album. JAMM looks forward to having Janice back next year!
Janice Hurley, a well respected dance teacher, also joined JAMM's staff this year. Janice taught Modern Dance at both Glacier Valley and Riverbend schools. Janice also extended her time with JAMM to choreograph dances to accompany two songs on JAMM's first album. JAMM looks forward to having Janice back next year!
4/3/19 JAMM Album Release Update
TJ Cramer, Josh La Bocca, and Second2None recording studio are wrapping up recordings of songs by Riverbend and Glacier Valley JAMM students. The album will be available for purchase at JAMM's release party on Friday, May 3rd, at Riverbend school from 6-8pm. Join the celebration and check out performances by Juneau musicians and JAMM students, an instrument petting zoo, face painting, dancing, pizza, bake sale, and silent dessert auction.
You can check out TJ Cramer and the Riverbend songwriters on KTOO!
TJ Cramer, Josh La Bocca, and Second2None recording studio are wrapping up recordings of songs by Riverbend and Glacier Valley JAMM students. The album will be available for purchase at JAMM's release party on Friday, May 3rd, at Riverbend school from 6-8pm. Join the celebration and check out performances by Juneau musicians and JAMM students, an instrument petting zoo, face painting, dancing, pizza, bake sale, and silent dessert auction.
You can check out TJ Cramer and the Riverbend songwriters on KTOO!
3/7/19 "Mice and Mozart" Musical by Auke Bay School and Riverbend JAMM
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Riverbend JAMM students joined Auke Bay General Music students to perform the musical, "Mice and Mozart." This joint production combined singing, acting, and violin. 2nd and 3rd grade students work hard to memorize the music and prove themselves "performance ready". Thank you to Lindsay Clark- violinist, Auke Bay General Music teacher, JAMM teacher- for your hard work, long hours, creativity!
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12/27/18 Congrats and Farewell to Dr. Lorrie Heagy
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In May of 2018 Lorrie Heagy received her PhD in Education with a concentration in Learning, Instruction and Innovation from Walden University. This spring her journey continues as she steps away from JAMM, temporarily, to learn and grow as a Fulbright Distinguished Teacher. Lorrie will be leaving Juneau in January to study music education in the UK and will be hosted by the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. She plans to return to Juneau and JAMM next school year, to bring a new wealth of experiences and ideas to enrich the program. Congrats, and good luck!
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11/12/18 JAMM Performs at JSO ShowJAMM students from Auke Bay, Riverbend, and Glacier Valley schools performed at Juneau Douglas High School over Veteran's Day weekend. JAMM was invited by the Juneau Symphony to perform in the lobby prior to JSO's Saturday and Sunday performances. JSO also invited JAMM to hold a bake sale for symphony patrons. Thank you JSO for supporting music education and providing this wonderful experience.
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11/1/18 "Playing it Forward" Public Recital and JAMM Fundraiser.
Mr. Xiaʼs violinists held a "Playing it Forward" public recital at Northern Light United Church on Saturday, September 29th at 7 p.m. The recital
was free, but all donations collected were donated to JAMM.
Thank you Mr. Xia and the many talented musicians who contributed
in this beautiful performance.
was free, but all donations collected were donated to JAMM.
Thank you Mr. Xia and the many talented musicians who contributed
in this beautiful performance.
9/24/18 JAMM has a new partnership with Perseverance Theatre!
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This fall Julie Coppens, Director of Outreach and Engagement for Perseverance Theatre, is leading
4th and 5th graders from Glacier Valley Elementary through a session of Musical Theatre this fall. These budding thespians will show off their skills at Glacier Valley’s fall “informance” on Wednesday, November 28th, 2018, at 3:30 pm. |
4/27/18 JAMM SLAM Dreams in Color Fundraiser at JACC
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Please join us for an evening of spoken word and song to support Juneau Alaska Music Matters (JAMM) by attending our JAMM SLAM Dreams in Color fundraiser at the JACC, this Friday (4/27) from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Members of the Juneau community are donating their time and talent to provide entertainment, while JAMM parents and owners of Rachelʼs Ono Grind and Donnaʼs Restaurant are donating a delicious dinner and dessert including Kahlua park and teriyaki chicken. JAMM students will perform right before the dessert auction to highlight the different types of JAMM programming offered at its three sites.
Many thanks to Jocelyn Miles, Kristin Price, Rachel Hinman, and Ariana Giamakids for their organizing efforts! |
2/13/18 JAMM Performs for the Alaska Childrenʼs Alliance
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Tuesday, February 13th, Glacier Valley JAMM musicians have been invited to perform for the Alaska Children’s Trust reception, hosted by First Lady Walker and Ms. Mallott. The event and fundraiser will be at the Governor’s Mansion from 5:30 to 7pm. The Alaska Children’s Trust works to prevent child abuse and neglect by investing in programs such as the Alaska Afterschool Network, the Alaska Adverse Childhood Experiences Initiative, Prevent Child Abuse Alaska, and Strengthening Families approach. Please consider attending the reception and supporting the ACT.
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1/26/18 The Orchestra Sings: 5th Grade Any Given Child Trip to Juneau Symphony
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Glacier Valley 5th grade JAMMers joined with 5th graders city wide for an Any Given Child sponsored performance with the Juneau Symphony Orchestra. In 2013, the Kennedy Center’s Any Given Child program chose Juneau as the 11th community to benefit from their K-8 arts education outreach and support; this includes the Carnegie Hall Link Up’s “The Orchestra Sings” program. Through this collaboration, local 5th graders were introduced to instrument families and symphonic repertoire. 5th graders came prepared to sing and play recorder with the symphony. For Glacier Valley’s El Sistema inspired JAMM musicians, 5th graders became part of the orchestra, reading orchestral music and playing violins, violas, celli, and bass. We would like to thank all the organizations and individuals who made this inspiring performance possible, as well as the Juneau Empire, for the beautiful photos of our JAMM musicians.
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12/15 Juneau Community Foundation Funds Trio of JAMM Elementary Sites
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The Juneau Community Foundation invests in the health and well-being of our community. During this holiday season, consider making a gift to support their five fields of interest funds, including youth and education. They launched their youth fund with a generous gift to JAMM.
JAMM is grateful for the Juneau Community Foundation’s longstanding support and proud to be one of their partners. From funding our pilot program at Glacier Valley many years ago to supporting our current expansion efforts, JCF is critical to JAMM’s success. Thank you, Juneau Community Foundation, for reaffirming that music makes a difference in the lives of our children.Click here for more information on how you can help support their community originated project |
12/13 at 3:30 p.m. JAMM@Glacier Valley Informance
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TueJAMM celebrated the culmination of its Fall after-school programing at Glacier Valley with an Informance. One hundred students shared their collaborative musical work of movement, musical theater, songwriting, and orchestra with parents and community.
December 14th marks the last day of after-school JAMM before the winter break. We will start back-up after the New Year on Tuesday, January 9th for 2nd graders and Wednesday, January 10th for 3rd - 5th graders. |
9/18 at 7 p.m. JAMM Teaching Assistants Perform for City Assembly
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7th Grade JAMM Teaching Assistants who volunteered their time 1 - 2 days/wk at Glacier Valley's JAMM program to mentor, assist and act as positive role models for younger students participated in a songwriting project inspired by the work TJ Cramer at Riverbend's JAMM program. With the help of JAMM teacher, Inga White, the students composed a song called, I Am Juneau, which they performed at the 9/18 City Assembly meeting in honor of National Arts Education Week. Here is a video of their performance from Michael Penn of the Juneau Empire. Thank you to Wells Fargo for funding this project and for the Douglas-Dornan Foundation through the Juneau Community Foundation for funding a professional recording of this song soon available on iTunes.
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9/12 at 6 p.m. JAMM@ Juneau School District School Board Meeting
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JAMM Celebrated National Arts Education Week by opening the Juneau School District with a David Letterman style "Top 10 List." JAMM parents, students, and teachers shared 10 reasons why learning the paper violin is an important first step in a child's life while school board members provided drum rolls on tables. JAMM students Kindergarten thru 7th grade gave a paper violin to each school board member with these music brain facts on the back:
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4/14 at 8 p.m. at Aldersgate Church: Con Brio Chamber JAMM Benefit Concert
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This program featuring French music for harp, flute, violin, viola, cello, and piano will benefit JAMM, which serves 600 students in three elementary schools and one middle school within the Juneau School District. Performers include Lindsay Clark, Lorrie Heagy, Meghan Johnson, Candace LiVolsi, Sally Schlichting, Mary Watson, Sam Williams and Mai Wolf. Admission is free but donations will be accepted at the door to benefit JAMM. Thank you, Sally Schlichting, for dedicating this concert to JAMM and for creating the Con Brio Chamber Series, which serves to provide instrumentalists and singers a forum to collaborate, create, perform and share their love of chamber music. This concert will also take place Saturday April 15th at 2 p.m. at the Alaska State Library Archives and Museum (SLAM) building and will support Friends of SLAM.
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10/1 & 10/2: For the Love of Music JAMM Benefit Concert at NLUC
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This program featuring chamber music for voice, flute, strings, and piano will benefit JAMM, which serves 600 students in three elementary schools and one middle school within the Juneau School District. Performers include Mark Calvert, tenor; Sophia Butler, violin; Andrew Israelsen, double bass; Meghan Johnson, cello; Kate Kroko, viola; Sally Schlichting, flute; Douglas Smith, piano and Luke Weld, piano. Works include the finale from Schubert’s “Trout” quintet, Beethoven’s sublime An die ferne Geliebte, a premiere by Canadian composer Leila Lustig, and music by Andre Previn and Francis Poulenc.
Concerts are Saturday October 1, 8pm and Sunday October 2, 3pm at Northern Light United Church. A reception will follow each performance. Admission is free with donations accepted for JAMM. |
Go Fund Me: Click Here to Help JAMM 5th Graders Attend Sitka Fine Arts Camp
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Help send JAMM 5th graders to the Sitka Fine Arts Camp this June of 2016! Twelve of them are fundraising to attend this week-long camp, which provides younger students with a chance to have new artistic experiences, find new ways to express themselves, and have fun learning a variety of art forms from outstanding instructors who are experienced artists and educators from around the country.
The Strings Camp provides masterclasses, eurythmics, lessons in musicianship and playing in a group. The Morning Session gives students experiences in music, theater, movement, and visual art. |
2/26: Flirting with Disaster Fundraiser from 6 to 10 p.m. at the JACC
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Join the Red Cross of Alaska for an evening of delicious food catered by Abby's Kitchen and live music from the Mendenhall Quartet and the Ron Maas Big Band. The American Red Cross of Alaska is presenting “Flirting with Disaster Dinner and Silent Auction” to learn more about being prepared for a disaster. Proceeds of the tickets sale and silent auction will go to the American Red Cross of Alaska. JAMM will be joining us with a dessert auction and handling coat check. The money they raise will help fund their efforts to attend the Sitka Fine Arts Elementary Camp this June of 2016. Please join us!
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12/12 & 12/13: Holiday Pops Concert at UAS and JACC
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Join us for an afternoon of holiday music to celebrate the season! The JAMM Chamber Group at Glacier Valley is delighted to partner with Juneau Arts & Humanities Council in presenting Holiday Pops Concert, happening at the UAS Egan Library on December 12th at 7:30pm and at the Juneau Arts & Culture Center (JACC) on December 13, 2015 at 3:30 PM. There will be a pre-concert by Capital Brass 30 minutes prior to both shows. Tickets are on sale now at The Juneau Arts & Culture Center, Hearthside Books, and at www.jahc.org. Tickets are $8-10.
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12/6: The Gift of Music: A JAMM Benefit Concert - 4 p.m. at NLUC
Members of The Mendenhall Quartet and JAMM Chamber Group stand in the Glacier Valley Elementary School playground with Thunder Mountain as their backdrop.
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Please join us for an evening of wonderful music to benefit JAMM: The Gift of Music. The event will include performances by local high school pianist, Kyle Farley-Robinson, as well as debut performances of The Mendenhall Quartet and the JAMM Chamber Group.
Come prepared to sing holiday songs with our JAMM musicians during the concert and eat holiday treats at the reception following the performance. When: Sunday, December 6th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Northern Light United Church Cost: All donations accepted |
Meet Our String Quartet-in-Residence:
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JAMM, Juneau Symphony and University of Alaska Southeast Offer String Teaching-Artist Scholarships for K-12 Music Certification Programs
In partnership with the Juneau School District and the Juneau Symphony, JAMM launched a scholarship program for string musicians to pursue a Master of Arts in Teaching degree and/or a K-12 music certificate through the University of Alaska Southeast. While attending UAS, these talented musicians will perform in the Juneau Symphony and at JAMM schools. Read the bios of these talented musicians and and visit them on Facebook. They also have been keeping a blog of their experiences.
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