Traditional Music. A New Generation
Hancock County JAM gives young people the opportunity to learn traditional Appalachian music, play alongside others, and become part of a musical tradition deeply rooted in our community.
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Donate, give an instrument, or support Hancock County JAM in other ways.
THE ESSENTIALS
Program at a Glance
The essentials families need before deciding whether Hancock County JAM is the right fit.
AGES
Under 18 years old
INSTRUCTION
Fiddle · Clawhammer Banjo · Guitar · Mandolin · Bass · Singing
SCHEDULE
Tuesday afternoons
LOCATION
Elm Springs Baptist Church Fellowship Hall
303 Snake Hollow Road · Sneedville, TN 37869
TUITION & INSTRUMENTS
Sliding-scale tuition and traditional instruments available for loan for free .
OPEN TO EVERY FAMILY
Music Within Reach
Hancock County JAM uses a sliding-scale approach, with tuition based on each family's ability to pay.
Traditional instruments available for loan for free .
SLIDING-SCALE TUITION
Based on ability to pay
INSTRUMENT LOANS
Traditional instruments available for loan for free
ADDITIONAL HELP
Families are welcome to ask
ROOTED IN THE COMMUNITY
The Gladsons & Hancock County JAM
Through Hancock County JAM, Todd and Juliet Gladson and their family share the traditional music that has shaped their own lives. Their work brings young musicians together to learn, play, and build a lasting connection to the music of their home community.
A MUSICAL FAMILY
Old-time, bluegrass and gospel
EXPERIENCED GUIDANCE
Decades of teaching and encouragement
HANCOCK COUNTY ROOTS
Passing local musical traditions forward
Questions About Hancock County JAM?
We're here to help! Contact us with questions about classes, registration,
instruments, financial assistance, or anything JAM related.
Whether you have a question, need more information, or want to get involved, we'd love to hear from you!
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