• Read more about Wifty Bangura

Wifty Bangura is a multifaceted creative specializing in sound healing. Not only is she a poet whose words are both ethereal and entrancing, she’s also a versatile veteran with 6 years of training as a classical vocalist and 13 years of performing experience. Wifty got her start studying classical voice at Baltimore School for the Arts High School. Her Sierra Leonean roots have a big influence on her music as she grew up listening to West African reggae. Along with being a musician, Wifty has dedicated part

• Read more about David Manzanares

David Manzanares is a classical guitarist from Houston, Texas. Having started at a late age, David has already gone on to win several awards in both solo and ensemble competitions, including but not limited to winning first place at the Houston Classical Guitar Festival High School and College Division, UT Dallas Guitar Competition Youth Division, and the Southwest Guitar Festival. Some of his notable performances include performing at Stude Concert Hall, the Miller Outdoor Theater, and Kresge Concert Hall.

• Read more about Melissa Foss

Melissa Foss’ work takes different forms, from sculptural ceramic instruments, improvisational performances, and electroacoustic compositions to educational workshops and residencies for all ages. Through these different expressive channels, she explores themes of memory, kinship, and myth, as well as sound itself; its ability to inspire awe and its power to generate collective moments of shared emotions and connection.

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• Read more about HUNTER

Hunter is a multi-faceted creator and producer from Olney, Maryland. Offering an eclectic sonic experience rooted in hip hop and R&B, his original production is known to favor lush tones, spacey synthesizers, and electronic drums. In addition to his own catalog, his work as a composer and audio engineer has spanned everything from local radio hits to indie film. He has notably appeared as a top disc jockey performer for Washington Talent Agency since 2011, as well as an opener for nationally touring acts such as Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, and Rico Nasty.

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