Junior Appalachian Musicians, Inc

Junior Appalachian Musicians, Inc We provide communities with the tools and support they need to teach children to play and dance to traditional old time and bluegrass music in Appalachia!

JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. By affiliating with the JAM organization, each program is eligible to receive support and resources for free, and is licensed to use “Juni

or Appalachian Musicians (JAM)” to identify their traditional music education program. Junior Appalachian Musicians ® is a registered trademark of Junior Appalachian Musicians, Inc. For more information about the program model, please visit: http://www.jamkids.org/jam-program-model/

📣 JAM Affiliate Funding Opportunity: Target Community Engagement FundsJAM affiliates may want to consider applying for T...
08/31/2026

📣 JAM Affiliate Funding Opportunity: Target Community Engagement Funds

JAM affiliates may want to consider applying for Target’s Community Engagement Funds (CEF), which provide grants of $1,000–$15,000 for local community projects.

Target’s current funding priorities include Youth Development and Emerging Creative & Culture, including cultural partnerships and creative programming—areas that may align well with local JAM programs.

Because CEF is designed around local communities served by Target stores and distribution centers, eligibility and competitiveness will depend on your specific location and project.

👉 Important: This is a Target local-giving opportunity, so affiliates should review the eligibility requirements carefully and determine whether their organization and community qualify.

Current application deadline: September 4, 2026

🔗 Review the guidelines and application information here:

Learn the eligibility requirements for Target Community Engagement Funds, and how to apply.

Dolly Parton began her journey in the mountains of East Tennessee. Throughout her amazing musical career, Dolly was dedi...
08/28/2026

Dolly Parton began her journey in the mountains of East Tennessee. Throughout her amazing musical career, Dolly was dedicated to helping fellow Appalachian people be proud of who they are and where they are from. JAM's mission is to do the same; through the unique cultural music and dance traditions of our mountains, children learn to take pride in their home communities, leading to lasting connections throughout their lives and the generations to come. Let's all be more like Dolly, and remember her lasting legacy not only in these mountains, but throughout the entire world.

JAM Summit 2026 is a month away! Register NOW at the link in the bio. We’re back at the Wildacres Retreat center. New th...
08/20/2026

JAM Summit 2026 is a month away! Register NOW at the link in the bio. We’re back at the Wildacres Retreat center. New this year are several guest teaching artists as well as the “Night Of The Living Banjo 🪕 “ This is also the first summit open to folks outside of the JAM network. And drum 🥁 roll - the 2026 Full Conference Schedule is now available! Please check the link in the bio or comments or visit.

Jamkids.org/summit2026

08/18/2026
08/18/2026

FINAL DAY to Register for FREE festival tickets, exclusive workshops with festival artists, meals, & jams. Earl Scruggs ...
08/13/2026

FINAL DAY to Register for FREE festival tickets, exclusive workshops with festival artists, meals, & jams. Earl Scruggs Music Festival

08/05/2026

Some footage of the next generation of pickers at Galax Fiddlers this year

08/04/2026

A tribute to Helen White (JAM Founder) and Wayne Henderson

Written By: Tim Stafford, Phil & Gaye Johnson, Carol Rifkin and Other JAM Staff at JAM Sessions: Traditional Music Education Summit 2025

* Only affiliated JAM instructors are eligible for this offer.
08/03/2026

* Only affiliated JAM instructors are eligible for this offer.

JAM Summit 2026 Pricing Registration Link In Bio
07/29/2026

JAM Summit 2026 Pricing
Registration Link In Bio

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111 Courthouse Street (office Location) PO Box 44 (mailing)
Independence, VA
24348

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+12767730573

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