Dr. Jacqueline “Jaki” Young leads The Jazz Workshop, Inc., a Pittsburgh nonprofit bringing jazz education and performance to underserved communities since 1973. A saxophonist, social worker, and PhD, she continues her late father’s legacy through concerts, school programs, and outreach across Western Pennsylvania.
Hudson Colletti founded Free the Music, a Craft Your Music partner that places donated, artist-painted pianos in public spaces across Pittsburgh for anyone to play. Inspired by Montreal’s street pianos, this Pomona College senior connects communities through shared music—including a partnership with Pittsburgh International Airport.
Dr. Jennifer Blackwell, a Craft Your Music Community Partner, is a musician, educator, and researcher who trains skilled performers to become excellent teachers. A classical saxophonist and assistant professor at Northwestern’s Bienen School of Music, her work demystifies music pedagogy across Canada, the US, and beyond.
Modern etiquette instruction that helps young musicians build confidence and professional presence.
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