Session Proposals

John Jacobson is an internationally recognized composer, author, and master educator whose musicals and choral works have been performed by millions of children worldwide. For more than four decades, he has inspired music teachers and students through his creative artistry, dynamic presentations, and unwavering commitment to quality music education.
A celebrated leader in the field, John has written and produced hundreds of resources for educators—from musicals and choral collections to instructional videos, movement resources, and professional-development materials that have empowered teachers in thousands of classrooms. His work has been published and distributed globally through major educational publishers and platforms.
Beyond his writing, John has directed and staged large-scale festival performances across the country, including ensembles in partnership with Walt Disney Productions and other major arts organizations. His productions have featured thousands of young performers and have been showcased in prominent national events such as NBC’s broadcast of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
John is widely regarded as a “teacher’s teacher”. His workshops are known for their energy, inspiration, and practical classroom relevance—drawing enthusiastic educators year after year. With an exceptional ability to combine movement, music, and motivation, he helps teachers rediscover joy and purpose in their work.
John is also the founder of America Sings!, a nonprofit dedicated to connecting young performers with meaningful service opportunities through music.
Today, he serves as President and Creative Content Designer of JJ & Me, Inc., in partnership with Musicplay, where he continues to create innovative musicals, songs, choreography, and teaching materials for a new generation of educators and students.

Bring your music classroom to life all year long with songs that celebrate every season and special moment! In this engaging session, John Jacobson will take you on a musical journey through the calendar year, showcasing fresh, fun, and meaningful repertoire for young voices.

From Veterans Day and Halloween to the 100th Day of School, Valentine’s Day, December holidays, and end-of-year celebrations, discover songs that connect directly to what students are experiencing throughout the school year. These pieces are designed to be accessible, memorable, and performance-ready, making them perfect for classroom use, assemblies, and concerts.

Learn how to seamlessly integrate seasonal repertoire into your curriculum while reinforcing key musical concepts and keeping students excited and engaged. With creative teaching ideas, movement, and interactive elements, you’ll walk away with practical tools to make every month a musical celebration.

Join us and discover how to keep your students singing, learning, and celebrating—all year long!

• Lower Elementary (Grades PreK-2)
• Upper Elementary/General Music (Grades 3-5)