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Jay has been active in the Barbershop Harmony Society since joining the Vocal Majority as a teen. His service includes teaching in many districts -U.S. and Canada- as well as numerous schools in Germany, Nederland, Ireland and the UK. It has been his honor to found, compete and medal as the Musical Director (emeritus) of Parkside Harmony, and medal with several others including the Alexandria Harmonizers and the Vocal Majority. Jay has also been on the international quartet stage several times, including a top 20 semifinal appearance. Jay has hold two degrees (B.A. and M.A.) in Music Performance, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. He was the 1996 recipient of the MENC/BHS award for service and music education, and a school Grammy award recipient, from NARAS. He currently serves on the C&J Board of Review for Singing, and is an active coach, judge, and consultant in choral music and leadership design.