VoyageDenver: Conversations with Jari Majewski Price
VoyageDenver
December 10, 2024
Today we’d like to introduce you to Jari Majewski Price
Hi Jari, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today.
My name is Jari Majewski Price, and I am the co-founder and CEO of Feel the Beat, a Colorado-based nonprofit and dance studio dedicated to creating dance and music accessibility for all, including those who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and individuals both with and without Disabilities.
My journey with Feel the Beat began in 2016 when my co-founder, Julia, and I were teaching in a multiple-needs classroom. We noticed something remarkable: our students’ motivation and engagement soared when accessible music and dance activities were incorporated into their lessons. This experience opened our eyes to the transformative power of dance and music, but it also highlighted a critical gap—there were very few accessible programs for students with differing abilities, or those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
Recognizing the need for more inclusive opportunities, we decided to create our own solution. Partnering with engineers, we pioneered a vibrotactile dance floor (based on bone conduction technology) that allows individuals to experience music through feeling rather than hearing. This innovation was a game-changer, transforming music from a purely auditory experience into one that could be felt through the body.
In 2017, we officially founded Feel the Beat as a nonprofit and dance studio dedicated to making dance and music accessible for everyone. Today, our vibrotactile dance floor technology and inclusive curriculum serve over 6,000 students across Colorado and beyond, but we know this is only the beginning. We’re committed to expanding and reaching even more communities, ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, can experience the joy and freedom of dance.
It’s been an incredibly fulfilling journey, and I’m so proud of how far we’ve come, building a space where everyone is celebrated and empowered through the arts.
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