'When Jason comes out into the audience after the performance and mingles with the kids, it speaks volumes to them about how he values them. He is so relaxed, confident, and enthusiastic … they are drawn to him like a magnet. He is truly an ambassador for promoting the love of music!'
Since education and engagement with young people are among my top priorities as an artistic director and performer I try to periodically share
responses to my work from
students and
teachers. The observation above came to the WCFSO office from a community advocate in a small northeast Iowa town who helped organize my performance for elementary school students there last week. As ever, it’s hugely rewarding to get this type of feedback – if I can use any shred of magnetism I have to get kids excited about music I am all over it.
