by Admin | Apr 29, 2022 | JAM News
Junior Appalachian Musicians, Inc., the headquarters office for 50+ after school JAM programs, has partnered with Blue Ridge PBS to release a 90-minute documentary, Bridging the Gap: a Journey through Appalachian Music, that will premiere on Roanoke’s Blue Ridge PBS...
by Admin | Mar 25, 2022 | JAM News
An Annual Gathering Celebrating Grayson County’s Musical Heritage Come join us on April 1-2, 2022 to celebrate the music of Grayson County, Virginia. Current Lineup Includes: The Whitetop Mountain Band and...
by Admin | Mar 24, 2022 | JAM News
Don’t forget to RSVP (although not required) for our virtual JAM/traditional music education gathering coming up Saturday morning at 10 am (EST). Participation stipend available. Many thanks to South Arts for this opportunity. See RSVP link for more information....
by Admin | Jan 27, 2022 | JAM News
Registration is now open for the spring semester with Boone Junior Appalachian Musicians! Lessons begin the week of February 15th and 17th. Classes are made up of 3 to 5 students and held weekly on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at the...
by Admin | Jan 18, 2022 | JAM News
Junior Appalachian Musicians would like to introduce our Bridging the Gap Video Series A video series surrounding the traditions of Appalachian music and culture. Showcasing local musicians...
by Admin | Nov 11, 2021 | JAM News
JAM is opening submissions for the future to the regional JAM performing band centered around Southwest VA and NW North Carolina. The full information is at the link. Please feel free to spread the word to possible interested students and families! JAM Band Interest...
by Admin | Nov 11, 2021 | JAM News
( The Teaching Tradition virtual workshop will take place on November 13, 2021, from 9:00am – 12:30pm ET. Registration is open to folk arts instructors who work with In These Mountains partners, including Junior Appalachian Musicians, North Carolina Traditional...
by Admin | Jul 14, 2021 | JAM News
All JAM teachers, staff, volunteers and teaching assistants are welcome to attend a Regional JAM Teacher Gathering in Knoxville, Tennessee. There are currently four possible dates being considered on which to hold the event. Please complete the interest form and check...
by Admin | Jul 14, 2021 | JAM News
Junior Appalachian Musicians is excited to announce that we will be able to program several slots at this year’s International Bluegrass Music Association’s festival in Raleigh, North Carolina. The festival opens up to the public Friday and...
by Admin | Jun 14, 2021 | JAM News
The Matthews Living History Farm Museum will be hosting a fundraiser for Junior Appalachian Musicians this Saturday, June 19 from 10am – 5pm. The event is free, although donations are encouraged and appreciated. Performances include the New River JAM...
