“From vocals to values: empowering youth through the performing arts.”
Sean/Yolanda Dancy – Grammy Award Winning Instructors
Our Mission
At JHD Performing Arts Academy, we inspire creativity, discipline, etiquette, professionalism, and joy through vocal training, dance, and instrumental instruction for students of all ages. Our mission begins with the voice—but extends far beyond—offering a nurturing space where families grow together through the arts. We are committed to supporting our communities by providing an engaging after-school program, guiding youth into structured, fun learning environments, and helping families thrive through artistic expression and positive mentorship.
From Vocals to Values: Empowering Youth Through Live Interactive Performing Arts Tutorials and S.T.E.A.M.
JHD Performing Arts Academy is at the forefront of integrating S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) into music education. Through a hands-on, project-based curriculum, we encourage students to explore real-world challenges, cultivate problem-solving skills, and unleash their creativity through interdisciplinary learning.
We Teach:
- Science, by exploring the physics of sound—wave motion, resonance, and acoustics.
- Technology, through music production, digital performance tools, sound engineering and Artificial Intelligence.
- Engineering, by understanding how instruments are built, how sound is produced, and how software/hardware integrates to support musical expression.
- Arts, through immersive, interactive instruction led by credentialed, award-winning educators.
- Mathematics, by applying rhythm, patterns, ratios, and counting to musical structure and composition.
Our Impact
- Our students demonstrate stronger cognitive skills, enhanced memory retention, and improved focus.
- We foster a family-oriented, safe, and loving learning environment. We welcome parents to accompany their children at any time.
- With class sizes averaging 10 students, no child ever feels alone—we grow and create together.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Music Education
We are expanding to include studio technology and engineering courses. Our belief: “music education is greatly enriched when paired with technical innovation and the latest technology.” Conversely, fields like engineering, informatics, and production benefit from the creativity and discipline nurtured by musical training. Our future curriculum empowers students with the tools and knowledge needed to pursue careers in audio engineering, music production, and music technology—helping them turn their artistic passion into professional pathways.
Special thanks to Lewis Management Corporation and the Homecoming at the Preserve Staff for Unwavering Support.
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