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I grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago where the school districts were good and access to amazing cultural experiences was a train ride away. After years of voice and piano training, I pursued my B.A. at Luther College in Decorah, IA where I studied French and classical voice.

Hi! I’m Katherine, but most people call me Kat. I’m a Nashville-born vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter. Helping people find their voice is one of my favorite parts of making music. Growing up in Nashville meant being surrounded by incredible musicians and storytellers. I was lucky to learn the craft at an early age.

whats up!! My name is Joey and I'm 32. I began a career in music in West Palm Beach, Fl as a singer/songwriter- guitar player at the age of 18. I moved to Nashville in 2012 to further chase my dream of becoming a premier touring artist. I founded a Rock n Roll band called "Roanoke" that has been on the road since 2014.

Hi, I’m Connie—an experienced music educator, performer, and songwriter with 10 years of teaching experience and a lifetime of performance under my belt. I’ve trained at Berklee College of Music, collaborated with Grammy-winning professionals across North America, and studied under renowned mentors like Gabrielle Goodman and Pat Pattison.

Natalie is a working songwriter and musical theater composer/lyricist with over 15 years of experience crafting songs and 12 years experience teaching. Her work has been performed in New York Off-Broadway, Nashville, and L.A. She holds a Master of Music in Music Theory and Composition from New York University where she studied with the same private teacher as Joe Iconis…

I have been on a life journey that allowed me to travel across the country lecturing, performing music, and teaching therapeutic art. I enjoy discovering how different communities support each other and grow together through the arts. I've been described as talented, funny, warm, loving and luminous. I truly love to teach children music.

Teri Danz is an internationally recognized pop vocal coach, recording artist, vocal producer, and author. A 2024 World Entertainment Award nominee, she brings decades of hands-on experience from the studio and the stage to help singers develop professional-level technique and presence. Her individualized methods have helped clients land label deals and hit the Billboard Top 20.

I’m an award-winning composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist with 15+ years of experience in songwriting, music production, and performance. I’ve taught at NYU’s prestigious Songwriting and Contemporary Production Program and worked with artists from beginners to platinum-sellers, helping them refine their craft, find their voice, and reach their goals.

R. Wesley Carr is an award winning multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter. He was the winner of the 2019 National Mandolin Championships as well as the 2020 NewSong Songwriting showcase (vocal category), and the 2023 NewSong Songwriting Showcase (instrumental category).

My name is Tammi, 36. I have performed and taught internationally and have an honors degree in music and drama performance. I have been playing flute and piano since grade 3 and am a self taught guitarist over the last 15 years. I started as a street busker in Malaysia and went on to perform residencies in resorts around Asia and was a contracted lounge jazz and soul singer in Abu…