Executive Board Members
Music Program Associate
Jamie Kozol (they/them)
Jamie Kozol was born in Oberlin, Ohio and moved to Philadelphia in 2018. Since then, they have worked at a variety of educational institutions, and they received their MA in English from Villanova University in 2023.
Aside from working with Noteworthy, Jamie also sings with Philharmonia. In their free time, they volunteer at William Way Community Center, crochet, and write for their own personal blog.
Videographer
Jacob Welsko
Jacob is a third year college student pursuing studies in the realm of media production. Since starting his collegiate career, he has taken a liking to videography, video editing, photography, and scriptwriting.
With previous experience as a journalist for his high school newspaper, Jacob hopes to combine his technical skills of media production with his lifelong love of writing in some shape.
Advisory Film Contributors
Rachel Sophia Stewart
Rachel Sophia Stewart is a professional film editor based in Philadelphia. Over the past 5 years, she has worked as the senior editor on the 6abc series “Philadelphia: The Great Experiment.” Her work has been recognized with seven Mid-Atlantic Emmys, including two for best editing. Outside of Philadelphia history, she has worked on international films in Argentina, Mexico and China. Her most recent work, “Beethoven In Beijing”, will premiere on PBS in 2021.
Rachel is currently the lead editor on “American Experiment,” a ten hour series, spanning over 500 years of Philadelphia history. While wrapping up that series, she will be returning to her alma mater, Temple University, where she will be teaching advanced courses on editing.
A friend to the group in offering editing advice and guidance to the Executive Director, you can find more information about her and her work on her website.
Partner Organizations
Friends of Bardascino Park
The Friends of Bardascino Park is a dedicated volunteer organization committed to maintaining and enhancing Bardascino Park in South Philadelphia. Named after local resident and band leader Giuseppe Bardascino, the park features plantings, flower beds, seating, and a bocce court. The Friends group was formed in 1991 to rejuvenate the park and has since led numerous renovation and maintenance projects to create a clean, safe, and welcoming community space.
Their mission is to preserve the park as a treasured neighborhood resource through regular cleanups, plantings, and events. The Friends of Bardascino Park collaborate with various partners, including Noteworthy Philadelphia, to facilitate community engagement and enrichment activities. If you would like to learn more about their efforts or get involved, visit their Facebook page or contact them via email at bardparkfriends@gmail.com.
Keep Music Alive
Keep Music Alive was founded by husband and wife team Vincent James & Joann Pierdomenico. They believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn how to play music and every adult needs to be reminded that it's never too late to start playing.
The Keep Music Alive mission to promote the value of music. Their ultimate goal is to help more children (and adults) reap the educational, therapeutic, and social benefits of playing music. They do so through the coordination of Instrument Petting Zoos and the annual celebration of Teach Music Week the third week in March and Kids Music Day the first Friday in October!
If you would like to learn more about Keep Music Alive, Kids Music Day or Teach Music Week, visit their website.
Community Contributors
Zack Davidson
Based in Philadelphia, Zack Davidson has been composing musical works for over 19 years. His pieces reflect an assortment of influences, ranging from childhood movies and video games, to collaboration in symphonic orchestras and concert band. Recently, Zack has worked on complex projects with filmmakers, creating music that fits the project.
Because of his enthusiasm for music, by excellent communication skills, and overwhelming amount of patience, he can teach you to become an expert on music composition, arranging, orchestration, music theory, playing by ear, piano, any percussion instrument, and even improvisation! He’s fluent in many genres of music, from R&B and jazz to classical and contemporary. Check out his website and schedule a lesson!