About Us

JAMM is a non-profit organization inspired by El Sistema in Venezuela, which uses music as a vehicle for social change. Through music, this program develops youth resiliency, teamwork, and self-confidence to empower, inspire and strengthen communities.

Download JAMM's Final Report for 2018- 2019

Our Mission

JAMM is a tuition free music program, which helps children and youth develop focus, self-control, leadership skills, and teamwork through ensemble. Students experience success through community performance and daily practice, and understand that effort and persistence help them overcome life’s challenges.

JAMM at a Glance for 2019-2020

  • 544 students served in three elementary schools within the Juneau School District
  • 351 kindergartners and 1st graders receive 1.5 hrs/wk of violin during school hours.
  • 4 hours of after-school programming offered twice a week
  • 193 students will participate in our after-school program.
  • 25 concerts scheduled throughout the school year.

JAMM Featured in The Power of Music
PBS/Learner Annenberg Series

JAMM continues to serve as a nationally-recognized teacher training site and inspiration for El Sistema-inspired school models. JAMM is featured in several of the episodes produced by PBS and Annenberg Learner Professional Series called The Power of Music: P-5 Teaching Inspired by El Sistema.