• Read more about David Lowe

Mr. David Lowe has decades of experience as a performer, writer, independent researcher, and educator in many genres of music. As a composer, arranger, and performer, he is fluent in traditional writing, popular music, and Jazz. He studied Double Bass with Ira Gold and dedicates a significant portion of his teaching to working with underserved communities. He operates his performance, writing, and education activities through his business, Lobo Lowe LLC

• Read more about Miriam Whitehead

Miriam Whitehead is a poet, motivational speaker, author, playwright, and producer who transforms personal experience into powerful advocacy. Diagnosed with HIV in 2000, she champions “Life After Diagnosis,” using her creative gifts to uplift those impacted by HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health challenges. Her works include My Mimi and HIV and Mind Over Matter, both soon to be released in audio and video formats. Through her podcast and talk show, The Person Across From Me, Miriam shares stories of resilience to inspire healing.

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• Read more about David Sheets

Kansas native David Sheets started his career as associate principal bass of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra during his Sophomore year at the Eastman School of Music after playing for one season as a tutti player. After leaving Rochester to perform with the Saint Louis Symphony, David became the youngest member of the Baltimore Symphony in 1996. In subsequent years he has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, the Bergen Philharmonic, the Philharmonia Orchestra in London, and spent two seasons in Minneapolis with the Minnesota Orchestra.

• Read more about Kristin Rebecca

Kristin Rebecca is a harpist, vocalist, guitarist and songwriter. Her versatile harp accompaniments and guitar backings have been praised for enhancing the storytelling lyrics of her songs. Drawing from her backgrounds in the Classical, Celtic and Folk genres gives Kristin’s playing an intricate diversity of soundscapes to fit the tone, lyrics and melody of each piece. Her unique playing style has resulted in her touring across the US. She has played in a broad range of venues including festivals, listening rooms and arts centers.

• Read more about Pat Smith

Pat Smith is a multidisciplinary artist that reflects on his vast life experience from military service, mental health struggles and addiction to create accessible songs of triumph.  His classical voice foundation, allows him to blend a wide variety of genres, whether he accompanies himself on piano or is supported by his band.