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Today, we’re diving into a topic that resonates deeply with our mission—using the universal language of music to bridge divides and foster understanding. Joining me is the incredible Jason Caplan, a pioneer in this space and someone whose work truly inspires. Jason is the Founder and President of The Bridge Institute, where he’s championing a groundbreaking approach to communication through the Universal Language Room. Since 2004, Jason has devoted his life to creating and teaching improvisational music as a tool for transcending barriers and fostering dialogue across cultures, religions, and perspectives.
Through the Bridge Institute, Jason’s concepts are being taught worldwide, from Uganda and Indonesia to Israel and Rajasthan. His work doesn’t stop there—Jason also leads Naqshon’s Leap, a multi-faith music group based in Memphis, Tennessee. Their music speaks to unity and shared humanity, as heard in their powerful single, Unity/One God, One Human Family, which even features jazz legend David Liebman.
On top of all this, Jason serves on the board of advisors at the ProHuman Foundation, an organization I’m proud to be connected with. Together, they’re exploring ways to integrate music into education and social initiatives, promoting empathy, understanding, and community building.
Jason Caplan is the Founder and President of The Bridge Institute. In 2004, Jason began to create and implement The Universal Language Room (ULR). He has devoted his life to interpersonal communication and bridge-building through improvisational music. The Bridge Institute now supports musicians teaching the ULR concept in Uganda, Indonesia, Rajasthan, and Israel. Jason also leads his music group, Naqshon's Leap, a multi-faith music group in Memphis, TN. The group released their first single, Unity/One God, One Human Family featuring jazz legend, saxophonist David Liebman.
website: www.ulr1.com
LinkedIn: @jason-caplan-2197a4b0
YouTube: @naqshonsleap
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