Jim was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He and his dog, Ozzy, are lifelong Greater Clevelanders. Jim’s enduring love of music began with learning to play the trombone in elementary school. Throughout junior high, high school and college, he played trombone in various school bands.
In 1993, just for fun, Jim and Ozzy did a sing-a-long program for his daughter’s kindergarten Daisy Scout group and, later, for her first grade class. Everyone enjoyed themselves, especially Ozzy.
These programs were so well received that they started getting requests for programs from other teachers. The requests for programs snowballed from there -- Jim and Ozzy then went on to provide children’s programs for many other schools and numerous libraries throughout the northern Ohio area. Since then, they have grown to providing family-friendly programs to people of all ages.
Jim and Ozzy have provided many programs for family audiences, community groups, senior citizens, nursing homes, and anywhere they can bring enjoyment, laughter, music, and joy. They have also made appearances together on television.
In the Toastmasters International public speaking program, Jim attained the level of Advanced Toastmaster Bronze. Jim also enjoys continuing his studies toward mastery of the trombone, guitar, and accordion.
Ozzy, in his spare time, enjoys treats and long walks in the park. Ozzy enjoys singing but leaves the music to Jim, because Ozzy’s legs are just too short to play the trombone and guitar. Ozzy is, as always, Jim’s faithful companion.
