Jason Vance — Media Kit

About

Jason Vance is a musician, actor, and educator from the Appalachian mountains of West Virginia. He grew up on his grandparents' porch where his Pa-paw played banjo, his uncle played guitar, and his aunt played spoons while everyone flatfooted. Now based in Kingston, NY, he carries that tradition forward as a solo one-man band—banjo, harmonica, spoons, bass drum, tambourine, and stomp board, all at once.

Jason is Director of Exploration Bands at Brooklyn Music Factory and heads the music program at Middle Way School. He holds a BA from the University of Virginia and has taught music to kids for over 20 years. Featured on NBC News.

Testimonials

“Jason had our entire audience—kids and parents—on their feet within five minutes. Three families asked when he'd be back before they left the building.”

— [Name], Youth Services Librarian

“Our students talked about Jason's visit for weeks. He didn't just perform—he taught them that music is something they can do, not just something they watch.”

— [Name], School Administrator

Logistics

Based in: Kingston, NY (Hudson Valley)
Travel: Throughout the Northeast
Tech needs: Minimal—Jason brings everything. PA helpful for 50+.
Space: Concert halls, classrooms, libraries, barns, outdoor stages
Setup: 30 minutes, no crew needed

Programs

Family Concerts 45–60 min • Ages 2+ with families
Concert halls, libraries, bookstores, festivals. Indoor or outdoor.
School Assemblies & Workshops Assembly: 45–60 min • Workshop: 60–90 min • Pre-K–middle school
Game- and story-based curriculum. Four pillars: Rhythm, Melody, Harmony, Songwriting. Aligned with SEL and music education standards.
Artist Residencies 2–5 days • Customized to your school
Extended hands-on music-making. Ear Training, Theory, Technique, and Community.
Private Events 30–90 min • Any size, any age
Birthdays, corporate family days, festivals, fundraisers, holiday events.

Where Jason Has Performed

Lincoln Center Park Avenue Armory New-York Historical Society New Victory Theater Brooklyn Music Factory Middle Way School Maverick Concerts Rough Draft Bar & Books Woodstock Library Sinterklaas Festival

As Seen On

Featured on NBC News. Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=qdDiqXQZ228