Jim Jacobsen directs the HHS Wind Ensemble, Varsity Band (a freshman Concert Band), Jazz 1, Jazz II, Percussion Ensemble, Brass Ensemble and teaches instrumental lessons. Before coming to Hastings High School, Jim was a Band Director at Eagan High School and Apollo High School in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. Jim is an active adjudicator and has presented clinics and adjudicated throughout the region for various solo and ensemble, large group and marching band competitions. The Hastings Jazz Ensemble 1 group placed 2nd place in both 2016 & 2017 at the prestigious Eau Claire Jazz Festival.

Mr. Jacobsen has also performed with two Drum and Bugle Corps; the Bluecoats from Canton, Ohio and Minnesota Brass from the Twin Cities. Jim also serves as the Ensemble Coordinator for the River City Rhythm Drum and Bugle Corps – a DCI Open Class finalist drum corps.

Jim Jacobsen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from St. Cloud State University and a Master’s degree in Conducting from the American Band College program at Southern Oregon University. Jim and his wife, Sonia, live in Hastings with their two children and two dogs. In addition to spending time with his family, Mr. Jacobsen enjoys camping, drumming, and spending time with family.

Bio coming soon.