Pathways Through Music is an organization dedicated to providing Music Education for everyone. Our organization works with schools within Williamson County, TX to create programs for the elementary, middle, and high school level. PTM also looks to create programs within the community, like music ensembles, concerts, and events.
Executive Director – jesse@pathwaysthroughmusic.org
Jesse Crites
Executive Director
I grew up in an educational system that was difficult for me to understand. Basic concepts in reading and writing were hard for me to grasp and I had an impossible time transferring these concepts into a real life application. Music gave me a voice, not because it came easy, but because I could understand how to communicate with it. Through music I sharpened my skills and discovered my potential. The pathway music created for me took me through an undergraduate degree in music performance from Shenandoah University and a masters degree in music performance from Roosevelt University. I was fortunate enough to study with some of our generation’s best guitarists and pedagogist such as Denis Azabagic, Berta Rojas, and Glenn Caluda.
I am excited to work for an organization like Pathways Through Music because I know the difference a quality music education can make. We are giving kids a voice, we are creating opportunities, we are sharpening skills and helping kids discover their potential.
“Real art is one of the most powerful forces in the rise of mankind, and he who renders it accessible to as many people as possible is a benefactor of humanity.”
Zoltan Kodaly
Board of Directors
Shane Anderson, President
Lianna Slabodnik, Treasurer
Mayte Paredes, Secretary