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Joan Cartwright

Composer; Musician; Singer; Storyteller; Writer

Joan Cartwright is a Jazz and Blues vocalist, composer and educator. She has toured 5 continents and 16 countries including the U.S.A., eight European countries, and in Jamaica, Brazil, Mexico, Ghana, Gambia, South Africa, China and Japan, with her swinging brand of jazz and blues. She performs throughout the Tri-County area with her band Jazz Hotline. Her book, IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY contains original 40 songs and lyrics to standards: "A Night in Tunisia" by Dizzy Gillespie, "Blue Bossa" by Kenny Dorham, "Tune Up" by Miles Davis, and "Bessie's Blues" by John Coltrane. Joan is the founder of WOMEN IN JAZZ SOUTH FLORIDA, INC., a non-profit dedicated to promoting Women in Jazz, globally. In 5 years, the organization has received grants from the Broward Cultural Division, Broward Schools SEAS Program, Miami Beach Arts Gala and BankAtlantic to present concerts at schools, in the community and at senior centers. Lovingly known to fans as "Diva JC", her "energy is touching everyone on earth with love, music and by being who Joan is - a Leader, a woman who is able, no matter the obstacles, to turn her dreams into realities." ~ Judy Joy Jones. Websites: www.joancartwright.com and www.wijsf.org

Jean Caze

Composer; Musician

Jean Caze has emerged as one of today’s most beautiful new voices in jazz. Jean’s experience includes having performed with stellar legendary artists such as: Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Michael Bublé, Mariah Carey, Al Jarreau, Roy Hargrove, Arturo Sandoval and George Duke just to name a few. Growing up in Queens, NY, Haitian-American Jean Caze began playing the trumpet at the age of nine. He recalls, “The most amazing feeling I can remember in music was my first concert while I was nine years old. During the concert, each kid played a part of the melody as a solo. When I played my solo, the audience came alive. I was shocked to discover that I had the power to connect with the crowd through the music - I felt empowered." Jean immediately developed a passion for playing the trumpet, and it was this profound passion that allowed for the duly noted recognition of Caze as a soloist and trumpet virtuoso. As a result Jean went on to be awarded scholarship after scholarship to attend some of the country's top music institutions and conservatories, including the Julliard MAP (Music Advancement Program) where he received his first formal training and the Queens College CPSM (Center for Preparatory Studies in Music) program. As his playing developed, Jean’s diverse musical abilities continued to win him numerous awards and recognition, including a free trumpet from VH1’s Save the Music program and then a chance to perform with the elite Grammy High School Jazz Band during the 2000 Grammy Awards ceremony. In his senior year, Caze made his debut on national television, performing with the legendary rock group “Chicago” live on NBC from Rockefeller Center. One of Jean's scholarships led him to the prestigious Manhattan School of Music where he earned his Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Performance in 2004. That same year, Jean was awarded as the Winner of the 2004 National Trumpet Jazz Competition. In 2006, Jean Caze is awarded as the Winner of the International Trumpet Guild Jazz Competition. In 2007 Jean continued with his music education and went on to earn his Master’s degree in Jazz Performance from Florida International University (FIU). Just prior to earning his Master’s Degree from FIU Jean the Haitian-born trumpeter won second place in the prestigious 2007 Thelonius Monk International Jazz Trumpet Competition. Following his Master’s Degree Jean releases his first self-produced album entitled "Miami Jazz Scene" (2007). In 2009, Jean began his long-standing position as part of the teaching faculty at the highly recognized “Litchfield Jazz Camp” in Litchfield, Connecticut. In 2010 Jean accepted a top position in Michael Bublé's touring band, performing as a featured soloist to sold-out arenas all over the world. Touring with Bublé' led to endorsement deals and in 2014, Jean officially became a Yamaha performing artist. In December of 2015, Jean released his second self-produced album, "Amédé" where he seamlessly combined his Haitian roots with his American Jazz education and upbringing. Jean has received abundant praise from critics, peers and jazz enthusiasts alike that have taken to Jean's lyrical tone and tasteful ideas. Jean Caze has been hailed a "True Improviser" and even compared to Miles Davis by fellow legendary trumpet player, composer and music educator Carl Saunders. “With a sound compared to the likes of Miles Davis, it is no wonder that Jean Caze has achieved such astounding success as a trumpet player”. New York Times writer, Nate Chinen wrote - “Strong, and unexpectedly diverse, Mr. Caze confidently evoked Miles Davis on a pensive ballad, “Old Folks,” and a brisk anthem, “My Shining Hour.” Always in demand as an educator, Jean is an enthusiastic, untiring and great supporter of music and art programs in the schools. Along with his busy performance schedule, Jean always manages to organize youth jazz bands, conduct master classes and offer one-on-one classes to students of all levels. He has led and directed students at: The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts (Miami), Young Musicians Unite – Overtown Youth Band (Miami), Litchfield Jazz Camp (Litchfield, CT), New World School of the Arts (Miami), Institut Francais d’Haiti (Port-Au-Prince, Haiti), WDNA Jazz Boot Camp (Miami) and at Florida International University (Miami). Throughout 2019 Jean Caze continued performing and touring with superstar artist Michael Buble. 2020 continues bringing exciting new engagements to Jean Caze as he writes and prepares to produce a new album for release in 2021.

Tara Chadwick

Choreographer; Composer; Dancer; Filmmaker; Musician; Singer; Storyteller; Writer

Since childhood, I've served as an apprentice to my mother and aunt, both artists, art teachers, arts and culture advocates. As a teenager, I donned the mask and costume of the Lincoln Imp, giving life to the gargoyle like fundraising mascot helping raise the capital funds needed to transition the local Historical Society to a regional museum. I spent the rest of my teens and 20's learning the art and science of archaeological illustration, investigation, analysis, public education and outreach by balancing an entry level career at the Royal Ontario Museum with a fully funded academic scholarship to one of Canada's premier research institutions, York University, both in Toronto. When I wasn't at school or work, I was helping my aunt launch her career as an artist, seting up and staffing exhibition and sales booths at juried shows such as Toronto Outdoor Art and Washington Square Art in NYC. In between those responsibilities, I worked as a research assistant to Dr. Elizabeth Graham, a well known Mesoamerican archaeologist. During my tenure as an undergrad, I was also keenly aware of the social environment, having just returned to Canada after a childhood mostly spent in Broward County, Florida. There were many things happening, especially during my initial return during the summer of 1990. In Canada, that was the summer of Oka... the summer the Canadian government brought tanks and guns to the Native Canadian reserve of Akwesasne, Mohawk Territory. Soon after, the sesquicentennial of the "discovery" of the Americas began. 1992 brought a host of discussions, deliberations, workshops and yes, celebrations to the streets of Toronto. This is the year that I learned that Native People in Canada are related to me as a descendant of the Indigenous people of Mesoamerica. Up to that point, I just thought of us all as seperate. But I knew enough about geography and archaeology to know that Columbus landed in my part of the continent. That began a course of study in ethnography that resulted in my pursuit of traditional knowledge production continuing through today. In 2012, my family and I helped in the creation and launch of the world's largest travelling exhibit of Maya art and artifacts, now in it's seventh city, currently on view at the Milwaukee Public Museum. I remain... To teach and learn our stories... To move into the future as human beings... To never forget who we are...

Randy Corinthian

Composer; Musician

Saxophonist, producer, and educator Randy Corinthian has been an integral and innovative part of the Music Industry for over a decade. A native Floridian and CEO of RC Music Group, Randy holds degrees in music from Florida A&M University and Florida State University. As a performer, Randy has shared the stage with many notable names including, Ellis Marsalis, Ron Isley, Mike Phillips, Smokie Norful, and Alex Bugnon. He’s performed a wide variety of musical styles including, straight-ahead jazz, gospel, popular music, and many original compositions. He has also appeared as an artist on Tom Joyner’s Fantastic Voyage Cruise, performing with Coco Brown and The Phat Cat Players. As a Producer, his music has been featured on MTV, VH1, Bravo TV, The Black Family Channel, and BET Networks. Randy’s original compositions have been featured in programming for MTV’s Making The Band, Rock Dinner, Jersey Shore and True Life. He has produced several original songs for Robert Townsend, and The Black Family Channel. Many of his works can be heard in several shows including, “Spoken” hosted by Jessica Care Moore, Lisa Knight and The Round Table, and Straight Up. Randy was recently honored by Legacy Magazine as one of South Florida’s 40 under 40 Black Leaders of Today and Tomorrow of 2012. His highly anticipated debut CD Bittersweet is available for digital download on iTunes and Amazon. For shipping, visit rcmusicgroup.bigcartel.com. For booking, please contact info@rcmusicmusicgroup.com or call (754) 444-1278. Follow Randy on Facebook, Twitter, and www.reverbnation.com/randycorinthian.

Kahra Keyes

Actor; Choreographer; Composer; Dancer; Director; Filmmaker; Musician; Poet; Singer; Storyteller; Visual Artist; Writer

Kahra is a unique, multi-dimensional artist set to break limitations to set new standards for the possibilities of creative individuals. Among many talents, Kahra is a recording artist, singer, songwriter, visual artist, actor, model, & dancer. Kahra enjoys playing piano, guitar, harmonica, flute, media show hosting, painting live, painting & singing live, photography, & interior design. "Being a creator of the arts is essential to my soul's happiness and fulfillment" she lovingly insists. Kahra has sang on stages across South Florida. She has written over 300 songs, released albums on iTunes, design her album cover artwork, and has recently captured the title of Miss Florida US Nation 2014. Kahra also enjoys shooting, directing, & editing music videos. Kahra now has 12 music videos on her YouTube Channel. "In today's market, diversity is a necessity & Kahra's got IT". www.youtube.com/kahramusic. www.kahramusic.com. kahramusic@gmail.com

Kristen Long

Actor; Composer; Director; Musician; Poet; Singer; Storyteller; Writer

WHAT'S MY STORY? A power surge of Soul meets Broadway, flavored with Jazz and Life Experience create a truly unique sound best described as Gypsy Soul. Kristen has recorded in Nashville, Muscle Shoals and Austin, TX and has two releases Shoebox Memories, and Gypsy Soul, featuring Grammy Nominated cellist Rushad Eggleston (Fiddler’s Four, Tornado Rider, Crooked Still). Additional recording credits include Executive Music Consultant, arrangements, writer, and pianist on Glennellen Anderson’s PERSPECTIVE album, along with the single by the same artist, Not Forgotten, featured in the film Mandie and the Forgotten Christmas. Long is the writer and creator of The Journey: A New Indie Musical that has been featured in the New Orleans Fringe Festival, along with in the 2013 season at the Silver Palm Award winning Outre Theatre Company, and the Arts at Saint John’s 2016 season, of which she Directed, Music Directed and starred in. Kristen was featured on Catt Sirten's 92Zew Radio Avalon Coffee Table Series in 2015. She is co-founder of the band Long Lost Friend, an original band that has toured extensively throughout the US and Caribbean. Notable performances include CBGB’s, The National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, AL, The Esplanade in Boston, MA, The Cabaret South Beach and Tin Pan Alley in Provincetown, MA. Kristen is a graduate of Berklee College of Music. a Vocal Director at Royal Caribbean Productions, and Vocal Coach to many successful clients, including Shelby Brown (The Voice Season 9 Finalist). Most recently, Long, music directed Outre Theatre Company's production of Green Day's American Idiot. These days Long has teamed up with long time friend and musical cohort, William Fink, to form the power duo, The Minx & The Maestro. Together they have created a new children's show currently in development. Most recently awarded a 4-week artist residency at Chateau Orquevaux in France, along with The Denis Diderot [A-i-R] Grant as part of the award. The residency will begin once international travel is once again viable. Kristen is currently in the Master of Music in Music Production program at Berklee College of Music.

Alexandra Marie

Composer; Musician; Singer

Alexandra Marie, Singer, show producer I. Artistic Merits and Accomplishments A native from Argentina, this Argentinean-American International Lyric Soprano, educator and songwriter challenges her unique voice through wide and diverse repertoire with a flexibility hard to find among classically trained singers. In 1990, she arrived in the United States continuing her education, receiving scholarships from both the New World School of the Arts/ MDCC and later Florida International University. Alexandra Marie has appeared with Symphony Orchestras such as The Coral Spring Pops, the Hallandale Pops and sang with Zarzuela companies both in South America and in South Florida such as "Grateli", among others. Alexandra Marie released her second CD entitled “Esencia de Mujer”, featuring Latin women composers and historical female figures from the Americas, which was recorded in Argentina with the finest musicians from the Pampas. Alexandra was featured in the 2013 CD compilation: “TANGO in Miami”, cultural initiative by the Consulate General of the Argentine Republic in Miami. Alexandra Marie received consecutive grants by the Miami Downtown Development Authority to produce concerts for Miami Arts Day 2015-2018, performing with Florida Grand Opera pianists Sergio Puig and Paul Swartz, and bandoneon Miguel Arrabal. These highlighted concerts, “Beloved Melodies of the Americas”, “Sunset Terrace Concert” at the Cisneros Foundation can be found in her website with an eclectic repertoire from the Americas and Beyond. Alexandra is currently music teacher at iPrep Academy, where Superintendent Carvalho is principal. Her future engagements include the 35th Argentine Festival in the USA, Arligton Virginia in May and the Summer Symphony Series concert with the city of Pembroke Pines performing "Vocal Works by Symphonic Composers", accompanied by Paul Schwartz, pianist from Florida Grand Opera at the Charles F. Dodge City Center in June 12. You can learn more about this distinguish Argentine Performer visiting www.alexmarie.com

David Dean Mendoza

Composer; Musician

David Dean Mendoza (b. 1979) writes various styles of contemporary music. His works juxtapose the traditional with the contemporary, the ancient with the avant-garde, and the accessible with the abstract. Sound sources often include silences, electronic sounds, non-Western instruments, and improvisation to produce something that has been described as ethereal and evocative. Since 2007, his works have been performed at festivals and conferences around the country including the New York City Electroacoustic Music Festival, SEAMUS, N_SEME, and SCI local, regional, and national conferences. Internationally, he has participated in residences at the Musical Production and Research Laboratory (LIPM) in Buenos Aires, the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, and at the Banff Centre. His recent accomplishments include working with the Cleveland Orchestra, Montréal violinist Daphnee Sincennes, and the Toronto based Pneuma Ensemble. His music has been performed by Central Michigan University New Music Ensemble, Florida International University New Music Ensemble, Friends University Percussion Ensemble, Reinhardt University Percussion Ensemble, South Carolina String Project, The Other Music Ensemble, The Henri Mancini Institute String Quartet, Folie à Duex, the Nodus Ensemble, Resound Duo, The Pneuma Ensemble, The Cleveland Orchestra, the Cleveland Orchestra Chamber Players, and the University of Puget Sound Symphony Orchestra. In 2015, the Toulouse Regional Conservatory selected his work for Flicker for solo violin to be used as final exam repertoire for advanced students. David holds a doctorate in music theory and composition from the University of Miami and has taught as an adjunct professor at Florida International University and the University of Miami. David is based in downtown Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Uriel Natero

Composer; Director; Musician; Singer; Writer; Recoring, Produder, Computer Programing.

Uriel Natero BIO Composer, Piano Player, Producer, Studio Recording, Music Director. On 2018, Starting a Tour in Argentina, Taconeando #1 Historical Tango Venue, and Palacio Barolo, and Palacio Balcace. On 2011 finished composing the original music for Centennial Photo montages collaborated on the project with Wil Shriner, Will Shriner Productions, the Broward County Film Society, Inc, Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival & The City of Fort Lauderdale Centennial Photo montages Teaching Local History Through Photographs As part of the exciting Centennial Celebration, the City created a unique photo montage that tells the history of Fort Lauderdale through images. The photo montage is a public education project that uses visual media to project historic images on blank exterior walls of buildings throughout the City. The stunning, larger-than-life images used in the show are a collection of diverse pictures from the archives of the Fort Lauderdale Historical Society, Old Dillard Museum and personal photos submitted by local residents. There are eight different, five-minute segments that include historic images from each City Commission District and photos that tie into playful themes, such as “Tropical Wonderland” and “Playground of the Stars.” Shows & Events (1979- 2016): ARGENTINA:Teatro de la Cova, Jazz & Pop, Dove, etc. (Buenos Aires) SWITZERLAND: Palace of Gstaad (Gstaad), Zermatterhof Hotel (Zermatt), Dauphin (Neuchatel). SWEDEN: Strand Hotel (Stockolm, Gottenberg, Vesteros, Umea), and others. ITALY: Porto Fino, Viareggio, Trento, Forte di Marmi, and others. FRANCE:HotelNova-park Elysee (Paris). MONTE CARLO: Cabaret de Monaco, Monte Carlo, Hotel de Paris, Sporting Club, Jimmy’z, and others. P M C O (Orquestre Philharmonique de Monte Carlo) at the RED CROSS GALA at the Sporting Club, Monaco, (Monte Carlo). • RED CROSS GALA at the Sporting Club, Monaco, (Monte Carlo) Share Stage after Elton John and before Frank Sinatra, for a special joint performance. SHARING THE STAGE IN THE SPORTING CLUB MONACO MONTE CARLO WITH OTHER PERFORMERS OVER THE SUMMER SEASON INCLUDING: Phil Collins -Diana Ross -Commodores Astor Piazzolla -Gilbert Becaud -Paul Anka -Grace Jones -The Platters -The Pointer Sisters -Al Jarreau -Harry Belafonte -Minna -George Benson, etc. SHARING THE STAGE WITH OTHER PERFORMERS OVER THE WINTER SEASON AT THE CABARET MONACO MONTE CARLO INCLUDING: PRIVATE EVENTS:Princess Stephanie, Prince Albert, and Prince Rainier, at the Wine room of the Royal Family in the Hotel de Paris, (Monaco). Regine at Jimmy'z in the Sporting Club, (Monaco) & Maona (Exotic restaurant at the Sporting Club). GERMANY: Bayerischer Hof Hotel (Munich). AUSTRIA: Hotel Schloss Velden am Worthersee (Velden), Eden-Bar (Vienna), and others. SOUTH AFRICA: Hotel Sandton Sun & Towers Intercontinental (Johanesburg), and others. USA: Grand Bay Hotel, Sheraton of Key Largo, My Fair, G.W. THE GRILL ROOM (The las Olas Company-Riverside Hotel- 620 East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale Fl. 33301) Amaturo Theatre at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.with Las Olas Studio Orquestra. PARKER PLAY HOUSE- The Great American Follies/ Starring ROBERT MORSE/Special Guest Star MICHEL LEE-LORENE YARNELL /DIRECTOR JEAN ANN RYAN Privet YACHT M.Y. BOADICEA Owner Reg Grundy Golden Bear Club Golf Course, Owner Jack Nicklaus STEINWAY & SONS Concert at 4104 Ponce de Leon Coral Gables Miami. LauderdaleYacht Club, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Coral Ridge Yacht Club, Fort Lauderdale, FL. /Uriel Natero bio compositor, pianista, productor, grabación de estudio, Director de música. está actuando en "las olas Toscana Grill" un mini-Concerto piano único (Fort Lauderdale, Florida). El 2011 terminó de componer la música original para los fotomontajes centenarios colaboró en el proyecto con Wil Shriner, Will Shriner Productions, el Condado de Broward film Society, Inc, el Festival Internacional de cine de Fort Lauderdale y la ciudad de Fort Lauderdale centenario fotomontajes enseñando la historia local a través de fotografías como parte de la emocionante celebración del centenario, la ciudad creó un montaje fotográfico único que cuenta la historia de Fort Lauderdale a través de imágenes. El fotomontaje es un proyecto de educación pública que utiliza medios visuales para proyectar imágenes históricas en muros exteriores en blanco de edificios de toda la ciudad. Las impresionantes imágenes más grandes que la vida que se utilizan en el espectáculo son una colección de imágenes diversas de los archivos de la sociedad histórica de Fort Lauderdale, antiguo Museo Dillard y fotos personales presentadas por los residentes locales. Hay ocho segmentos de cinco minutos diferentes que incluyen imágenes históricas de cada distrito de la Comisión de la ciudad y fotos que se vinculan a temas lúdicos, como "tropical Wonderland" y "Playground of the Stars". Espectáculos y eventos (1979-2016): l Argentina: Teatro de la Cova, jazz & pop, Dove, etc. (Buenos Aires) l Suiza: Palacio de Gstaad (Gstaad), Zermatterhof Hotel (Zermatt), Dauphin (Neuchatel). l Sweden: Strand Hotel (Estocolmo, Gottenberg, Vesteros, Umea), y otros. l Italia: Porto fino, Viareggio, Trento, Forte di Marmi y otros. l Francia: Hotel Nova-Park Elíseo (París). l Monte Carlo: cabaret de Mónaco, Monte Carlo, hotel de Paris, Sporting Club, Jimmy'z, y otros. P m c o (Orquestre Filarmónica de Montecarlo) en la gala de la Cruz Roja en el Sporting Club, Mónaco, (Montecarlo). Gala de la Cruz Roja en el Sporting Club, Mónaco, (Montecarlo) compartir etapa después de Elton John y antes de Frank Sinatra, para una actuación conjunta especial. l compartiendo el escenario en el club deportivo Monaco Monte Carlo con otros artistas durante la temporada estival incluyendo: • Phil Collins-Diana Ross-Comodoro Astor Piazzolla-Gilbert Becaud-Paul Anka-Grace Jones-los Platters-las hermanas Pointer-al Jarreau-Harry Belafonte-Minna-George Benson, etc. Compartiendo escenario con otros artistas durante la temporada de invierno en el cabaret Monaco Monte Carlo incluyendo: • eventos privados: la princesa Stephanie, el príncipe Alberto y el príncipe Rainier, en la sala de vinos de la familia real en el hotel de Paris, (Mónaco). Regine en Jimmy'z en el Sporting Club, (Mónaco) y Maona (restaurante exótico en el Sporting Club). l Alemania: Bayerischer Hof Hotel (Múnich). l Austria: Hotel Schloss sabanaen am Wörthersee (sabana), Eden-bar (Viena), y otros. l Sudáfrica: Hotel Sandton Sun & Towers Intercontinental (Johannesburgo), y otros. l USA: 1. • Grand Bay Hotel, Sheraton de Key largo, mi Feria, g.w. 2. • el Grill Room (la compañía las olas-Riverside Hotel-620 East las olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL. 33301) 3. • Teatro Amaturo en el Broward Center para las artes escénicas. con las olas Studio Orquestra. • casa de juego de Parker-las grandes locuras americanas/protagonizada por Robert Morse/estrella invitada especial Michel Lee-Lorene Yarnell/director Jean Ann Ryan 5. • ligustro Yacht m.y. Boadicea Owner reg Grundy 6. • campo de golf Golden Bear Club, propietario Jack Nicklaus 7. • concierto de Steinway & Sons en 4104 Ponce de Leon Coral Gables Miami. • Lauderdale Yacht Club, Fort Lauderdale, FL. 9. • Coral Ridge Yacht Club, Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Uriel Natero

Composer; Director; Musician

My Name is Uriel Natero. My artistic Name : Urielpiano Piano music: Classical Jazz, Latin Sound track, and original's compositions.In Europe, Uriel established himself as a world-class pianist, playing in truly remarkable venues in Switzerland, Sweden, Italy, France, Germany, Austria and Monte Carlo. In Monaco, he performed at private events for Prince Rainier, Prince Albert and Princess Stephanie, as well as during the famed Monte Carlo Red Cross Gala alongside the Orquestre Philharmonique de Monte Carlo.

Linda Noyes

Composer; Musician; Singer; Storyteller; Writer

Linda is an American musician, vocalist, author, composer, arranger, singer-songwriter, producer, recording artist. She obtained major distribution upon release of her 2009, Pop/R&B Debut Single, "Take You to Paradise", co-written, arranged, produced, & engineered with her daughter, Samantha Noyes. Other original genres include Soft Rock, Alternative Rock, Rock-Reggae Fusion, Soul, Neo-Soul, Smooth Jazz, Latin Jazz, Latin Jazz-Soul Fusion, Latin Jazz-Rock Fusion, House Dance-Techno Fusion, House Dance-Soul Fusion, Adult Contemporary, Adult Alternative, Ambient, Film Score, Classical. Her original works have been awarded by Billboard in addition to receiving extensive consecutive airplay for the Y100/Home Shopping Network Television Simulcast. In addition to music, Linda also performs narration/storytelling, comedic character voice-over, models in Life Art for numerous colleges, universities, studios, galleries, and is pursuing cameo music performance roles in film and television. Musically she is pursuing a degree in Music Engineering & Technology in which she will follow the studies of Psychoacoustics and Music Therapy. She has donated her original works to assist in raising funds for disaster victims, and is always searching for new avenues to volunteer and/or donate her music to assist others. Performance venues/clients include: The City of Hollywood, Hollywood Beach Theater, The Bank Atlantic Center for The Florida Panthers, The Breakers of Palm Beach, Gimmelstob Realty, Suntrust Bank, Prudential Realty, Sun Cruz Casinos, Sea Escape, The Surf Club, Oceania, The National Celebrity Quail Association.

Ulises Pineda

Composer; Musician

FLUTES OF THE ANDES is a musical program created by Ulises Pineda to showcase the most prominent flutes and sounds of the Andean cultures in South America, such as the Incas and Aymaras. Ulises provides live performances and showcases for educational, community and private events. ULISES PINEDA is a Chilean born flute player/composer who specializes in the indigenous flutes of the Andes. His style combines the sounds of ancient civilizations of the Andes with contemporary arrangements. During his early musical career, Ulises toured throughout Europe with the Ballet Nacional de Paraguay as the leading ethnic flute player. SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE: FLORIDA: ASP Kids Program, ASYL Broward County, JCC, Broward Cultural Division’s 2014 Arts Education Convening CALIFORNIA: Assemblies & After School Programs: Pasadena Symphony Association's TEMPO!, Pasadena Unified School District, Los Angeles Unified School District, Los Angeles Public Library and Los Angeles Music Center Cultural performances: LA County Museum of Art, Natural History Museum L A County, Museum of Latin American Art, The Getty Center Los Angeles, Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts MacArthur Park, Elisabeth Waldo Foundation (MCMAFN), Hollywood Bowl's Summer Children’s Program Voyage of the Global Harmony, LA Zoo Summer Concerts, Pershing Square, The Aquarium of the Pacific (Long Beach, CA), John Anson Ford Theater, Mendocino Music Festival, CA Universities; UCLA, USC, UCSD, UCSB, UCD, UCR, CSUN, El Camino & Occidental College. STUDIO WORKS: TV Shows; The Bold & the Beautiful, South Park [two episodes], Cheech Marin's Chicano Collection Documentary [writing and performing], CD’s; El Sueño de Tilopa [writing and performing], Araucana [writing and performing], Tilopa’s Dream [writing and performing], Que siga la Farra [performing], Strunz & Farah's Rio de Colores RECOMMENDATIONS: Mr. Pineda put on a wonderful enlightening cultural program that our students really enjoyed. Not only does he show his love of music, he educates the student with the history and how the instruments are made and what inspired the people who used them. The program is not just to listen to Mr. Pineda play, but an interactive event that engages the audience with answer questions and to participate, to be part of the music! Susan Middleton, Broward County ASYL Program Coordinator Ulises is a must have for any party or event in need of some high spirited music and good vibe. His simple but effective approach to putting something together which is just right and matches the mood and atmosphere of your event is impressive, and his ability to blend and stand out all at once is essential and key to his magic of music which for sure will keep the mood and good times rolling. Q’orianca Kilcher, Actress, Los Angeles, CA

The Harden Project

Composer; Musician; Singer; Band

The Harden Project Bio The spirit of music brought them together and the spirit of love binds them together. When you go to experience The Harden Project you will feel the love of music encapsulated in this couples musicianship. The core of The Harden Project consists of vocalist Ja'Nia Harden and organist John Harden. These two artists skillfully and fearlessly play off of each other and displays fluent chemistry during their performances. Their influences range from Bobby McFerrin, Dinah Washington, Al Jarreau, Jimmy Smith, Robert Glasper, Soul Live, Andre 3000, Ella Fitzgerald, Chaka Khan/Rufus and Bobby Floyd. The couple blends their influences and life experiences to create soulful groovy sometimes enchanting compositions. They are not afraid of being transparent and open while performing. The goal of the project is to bring soul-stirring, emotion-provoking, life-influenced music to the world. The Harden Project features fusion based music of all genres, heavily influenced by jazz, social music, and soul.

Dave Rosenthal

Composer; Musician; Photographer; Visual Artist

Artist Statement: “Bringing your World to Life…Through the Power and Emotion of Imagery and Sound” Dave Rosenthal is a Multidisciplinary Artist specializing in Fine Art Photography, Original Music Composition, Sound Design and Post Production Audio for the Multimedia market. He has described himself as a self professed "Light and Sound Wave Chaser" most of his life. Fascinated by the impact our human visual and auditory senses have on our emotional experiences...and perception of art. Especially when combined... A recent addition to his portfolio has been the introduction of interdisciplinary fine art pieces combining stunning fine art photography with unique tones and music written specifically for each image. The net result is artwork that transforms you...to feel what it was like to be there, at that moment, capturing the photograph. Each limited edition piece is delivered with both the image and sound combined as one unified piece of art.

William Stewart

Composer; Musician; Singer

Willie Stewart, Chairman/Co Founder of Embrace Music Foundation, was the principal drummer and percussionist for the international supergroup Third World, the reggae ambassadors of Jamaica. With an illustrious career spanning 23 years as its principal drummer and percussionist, Willie co-produced 13 albums, 5 of which received Grammy nominations. He has received world acclaim as the recipient of the NAACP Image award, The Diamond Award and the United Nations Peace Medal. He received the African American Achievers Award Nomination (2009) and the Knight Arts Challenge Award (2010). Known for excellent collaborative skills and musical genius. He was a recipient of the Jamaica Diaspora Honors 2012, in the category of “Vanguard Award for Significant Contribution to Culture and Entertainment art, presented by the Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami. ICABA saluted Willie Stewart as one of the 2012 South Florida “100 Most Accomplished Caribbean Americans.” He was also featured in the August 2012 issue of Modern Drummer Magazine. Willie has teamed with composers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, recorded and performed live with Stevie Wonder, Eddy Grant, Carlos Santana and Bob Marley, and shared billing with Quincy Jones, U-2, and Police. READ ON

Laura Sue Wilansky

Actor; Composer; Musician; Poet; Singer; Visual Artist; Writer

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