Hi, I’m Jay!
Maybe you want to learn a new instrument. Maybe you’ve always had songs in your head and want to get them out. Maybe you have a big audition coming up and want some help. Whatever your goals– I want to help you achieve them!
After over a decade of teaching, I've gone virtual! While I'm still available for in-person lessons at my residence in San Francisco, I'm now happy to offer my services online for students of all ages– and locations!
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What to expect
Dream it
Through consultation and ongoing conversation, we put YOUR goals in the driver seat (no matter how big or small).
Map It
Using real, tangible objectives, we build a road map for your progression on any given piece or goal.
Build it
During lessons we work on both musicality and technicality in the approach to your music making…and have fun doing it!
Each session reviews what the student has prepared, and provides goals for the student to achieve by the following lesson. Lessons are run through Zoom or Google Meets if virtual. While an instrument or screen-sharing work is helpful, they are not required. Sliding scale is available upon request.
Lessons rate is $30 per half hour, $45 per hour with a weekly or bi-weekly option. 4 or 8 week gifted lessons available– inquire via contact.
More about JAy…
With world championship accolades in both performing and teaching, Jay has worked with percussion, audio, and education since 2008. Their work spans various roles including performer, studio director, instructor, designer, arranger, caption head, sound engineer, audio designer, and director for indoor and outdoor percussion ensembles. Notable groups Jay has worked for include University of Tennessee at Martin, Madison Scouts, Music City Mystique, Clarksville Audio Theater, Page High School, Music City Drum Corps, and more.
Their professional involvement with Percussive Arts Society (PAS) spans over a decade and ranges from showcase concert performances and solo competitions, to coordinating group visitation and working with various committees. Their work with the Diversity Alliance raised visibility of diverse and accomplished professionals in the community through interviews and spotlights while serving as co-chair of the LGBTQ+ Committee.
Jay currently resides in San Francisco, where they moved in 2021 to obtain their Masters in Music Technology and Applied position at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. They now run JL Sound LLC as a professional sound designer and audio specialist on top of running a private studio. When not working with audio, Jay can be found enthusiastically using public transportation to explore, looking for charming video games to play, or enjoying some drag karaoke with friends.
Pivotal figures in their creative and technical education include Matt Levine, Jason O’Connell, Dr. Matt Jordan, Robert Gatley, Dr. Julie Hill, Andrew Levin, Dan Mellott, Dr. Jonathan Vest, Carlos Johnson, Meagan Nelson, Craig Loeffler, Angelo Outlaw, Erik Johnson, and more.