Our Mission

Building better musicians, better performers and better leaders.

Years ago, I volunteered at a convention of college band directors. On the next to the last day of the convention, high school students are invited to come and audition with band directors for a chance at receiving a band scholarship. The auditions weren't formal. It was more of a free-for-all. Find a director, pull them to the side and hope they aren't too busy to audition you. As I was leaving one of the large ensemble rehearsals, I saw a girl and her mother. I could tell that she was in high school and she looked a little distressed. I asked her if she needed some help. She turned to me, said, "Yes, I do!", and explained that she was there to "meet every band director" she could find. She was intent on getting a scholarship for college because she knew that her mother would not be able to afford it on her own. I immediately went and introduced her to the first band director I could find. While she talked with the band director, I spoke with her mother. Her mother told me that she was so thankful that her daughter had taken the initiative to meet and audition with the different college band directors on her own. What she told me next really left an impression on me. Her daughter had made the GA All State band for the first time that year. She had auditioned for the All State band every year, but had never made it. I asked her what the difference was this year. Her mother said, "She had a private lesson before the audition. It helped her so much. If it wasn't for that one lesson, she wouldn't have made it and she wouldn't have the confidence that she has now to come here and look for these band directors!" We shared a laugh and I marveled at how much impact that ONE lesson had on her daughter. I knew then that I had to be a part of the that! Right then, the idea for the Jsquared Music, Inc was born. 

At Jsquared Music, our mission is to empower musicians of all levels by providing exceptional music education, leadership development, and performance opportunities. We are dedicated to fostering growth through personalized instruction, expert consulting, and innovative programming. Whether through private and group lessons, masterclasses, or our Jsquared Horn YouTube channel, we strive to equip musicians with the skills, confidence, and passion needed to excel in their musical journeys. Our commitment extends to supporting band directors, schools, and communities, ensuring that every musician has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.