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JAM believes

that children who are actively engaged in traditional mountain music are more connected and better prepared to strengthen their communities for future generations.

We envision

a world in which all children have the opportunity to experience community through the joy of participating in traditional mountain music together.

Our mission

is to provide communities with the support and tools they need to teach children to play and dance to traditional old time and bluegrass music.

What’s Happening in the JAM World

Spring Registration Now Open for Boone JAM

Jan 27, 2022

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 Jones House in Boone, NC. Instruction is available for banjo, guitar, fiddle, mandolin and ukulele ranging from beginner to beginner-plus. For more information about the Boone JAM program, please contact: Mark Freed, Cultural...

JAM Presents: Bridging the Gap Video Series

Jan 18, 2022

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 and personalities. We will be sharing each video here on our Facebook page according to the below lineup: Evolution of Musical Instruments - Friday, December 3rd A Visit with Otto Wood the Bandit - Monday, December 6th...

JAM Performing Band Seeks Students

Nov 11, 2021

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 Form

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