Ahmad Hinds

Ahmad Hinds

Hazelwood Central High School, Aspen Young Leaders Fellowship

Ahmad has several interests including playing the piano and trumpet, acting, and music production.  Currently, Ahmad works at the Missouri History Museum as part of the award winning work-based Teens Make History Program.  In this capacity, Ahmad researches, writes scripts, and performs musical theater plays.

Ahmad has a deep affinity for playing instruments and music production.  He is currently a member of the Notes for Life music program sponsored by Microsoft.  Ahmad is able to hone his craft by participating in hands-on lessons focused on the arts, technology and entrepreneurship.  He works directly with music equipment and computer programs including Reason and FL Studio.  Ahmad has additionally performed at several concerts playing both the trumpet and piano and currently plays the piano for the youth at Unity United Methodist Church.  Ahmad also lends his voice as a student advocate.  He is a Youth Advisory Board Member of the Nine Network.  He is responsible for engaging the voices of youth on the Nine Network and online content to the community.

Some of Ahmad’s accomplishments and special recognition include: North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU) Martin Luther King Oratory Finalist, Presidential Award of Excellence, National Jr. Honor Society, and Honor Roll.