As a music educator, few things are as rewarding as witnessing the growth and success of a student over the years. Today, I am thrilled to share the inspiring journey of my former piano student, Ben Sheeley—a testament to dedication, talent, and creative brilliance....

After nearly 20 years of teaching and two decades performing around the world with the U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors, I’ve seen a common theme among musicians: most aren’t stuck because they don’t know enough. They’re stuck because they lack something deeper —...

Every now and then, life gives you the chance to reconnect with old friends and make music that matters. For me, that moment came last August when my good friend and fellow U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors alum, Luke Brimhall, invited me to play piano on his debut jazz...

Hi, I’m Timothy Young — a musician, composer, educator, veteran, and community leader. Music has been at the center of my life for as long as I can remember. From middle school drumlines to studying jazz at Shenandoah University and the University of North Texas, and...