Originating from Lincoln, Nebraska, Philip Daniel is a distinguished pianist and composer, acclaimed for his ability to evoke powerful emotions through his music. He holds a graduate degree in Piano Performance from the UMKC Conservatory and an undergraduate degree in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy from Hastings College. While pursuing his education, Daniel uncovered a fervent passion for composing original music. Drawing inspiration from contemporary classical luminaries like Olafur Arnalds, Nils Frahm, Philip Glass, and Max Richter, he has cultivated a unique musical voice that gracefully merges classical elements, minimalist soundscapes, and cinematic qualities. 

The music of the ‘70s has no generational boundaries. It’s a universal language and speaks to people of all ages and backgrounds. The songs of the '70s were some of the best ever written because of their depth and meaning, along with their timeless nature and the solace they provide. Richard has performed in all types of venues from clubs to colleges, weddings to funerals, prisons to hospitals--etc. to the joy of many audiences, of all ages. He sings from the heart and has a passion for all kinds of music especially the “story songs” of the ‘70s, such as “Cats in the Cradle” by Harry Chapin and many others.

Claudia Schmidt is an American musician, originally from New Baltimore, Michigan, who has recorded folk, jazz, blues, and spoken word albums. She plays guitar and Appalachian dulcimer and sings. She has appeared numerous times on the radio program "A Prairie Home Companion." She has recorded with Paul Cebar and Peter Ostroushko as well as Steve Tibbetts. She also appeared in a documentary film, "Gap-Toothed Women," by Les Blank.

For over 25 years, Courtney Burton has been a captivating presence in the Twin Cities jazz scene, enchanting audiences with her heartfelt interpretations of beloved jazz standards. Her performances breathe new life into timeless classics, blending smooth vocals with an authentic passion for storytelling. Courtney's distinctive style bends traditional phrasing, unveiling new emotional dimensions as she approaches each song as a narrative journey, interpreting every note with intention—whether lingering in contemplative spaces or surging with unexpected intensity.

Chris Koza is a composer and performer based in Denver and Minneapolis. Both solo and with his band Rogue Valley, he has supported and shared the stage with artists such as Brandi Carlile, Gordon Lightfoot, Ingrid Michaelson, The Jayhawks, Neko Case, Kathleen Edwards, Dan Wilson, and Stephen Kellogg,  among others. His music appears regularly on ABC’s General Hospital, 60 Minutes, and Good Morning America, and his song Be Wild was featured in a State of Minnesota tourism campaign. In his writing, Chris both honors and builds on the vast genre of Americana music.