Here are some of the musicians generously donating their time to perform in this concert, listed alphabetically.

Chuck Archard (bass guitar)

Chuck Archard has been playing the electric bass guitar since the early 1970's. He holds BME and MME degrees from Morehead State University and is currently an Artist in Residence at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. His music has been used in numerous motion pictures including Career Girls, Substance of Fire and Santa, Jr. He is an in demand studio musician playing on more than one hundred CD's, national television commercials and is the bassist for Warner Brothers and Shawnee Press educational publications.

"Beautiful Bobby" Blackmon (guitar)

Bobby Blackmon is a veteran entertainer in the Central Florida area. He specializes in contemporary southern soul/blues & classic R&B music. His band has performed at the BB King's Club in Pointe Orlando for the last 2 years. Bobby's career began in his teens after performing on talent shows in high school. He played in house bands and worked as a sideman with many well-known blues & R&B acts before making his home base in Central Florida. He vows to "Keep The Blues Alive" because it's the blues that gave us Jazz, R&B, Soul, Hip-Hop, Rap, and other forms of music we hear today.

Shannon Caine (flute)

Shannon Caine currently manages her own successful special event music design company, Beautiful Music. She has performed for thousands of weddings and special events throughout the Southeast with Central Florida’s finest musicians. Shannon is the founder and director of The Orlando Flute Choir that has been featured at Disney World, Sea World and other distinctive locations with many professional performers.

Bill Carmichael (trumpet)

Bill Carmichael has been a featured trumpet soloist and lead player on many projects in Florida and beyond. In addition to his solo work he is an in demand teacher and clinician across the country. He has performed at Disney World, Universal Studios and with many performers such as Aretha Franklin, John Tesh, and The Temptations. He’s also had his recordings used on Nickelodeon and the Bravo Network in addition to numerous local TV commercials.

Tony Castillo (keyboards)

Tony Castillo began his studies at the ago of 10 at the Steinway and Sons classical program in Boston, MA, continuing at the All Newton Music School in West Newton, MA. Tony went on to study classical and jazz piano at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. In 1996, he won best outstanding musician and received several scholarships. Tony is currently working with Universal Billboard artist Tito Nieves.

Marc Clermont (drums)

Marc Clermont started his professional career in Chicago at the young age of fifteen. He played drums with the band Tapestry (voted best Jazz Group in Central Florida 1979 - Sentinel Star People’s Poll). He was the lead vocalist and percussionist for the Hard Rock Live Corporate band. Marc has also played and recorded with many R&B, Blues and Jazz artists.

Victor Hernandez (drums)

Victor Hernandez is currently a music major at Seminole State College, focusing on Jazz Studies. He is a Seminole High School alumni. He has been playing percussion since the 6th grade, and jazz drumset since the 7th grade. His musical backround is rooted from his father who is an engineer/producer in Puerto Rico. His musical goal is to be able to earn a living while playing drums around the world.

Daniel Jordan (saxophone)

Daniel Jordan has been a successful educator and musician since 1976. He has taught at Rollins, Valencia, and SCC as well as been a private instructor. He has appeared with Paul Anka, Natalie Cole, Aretha Franklin and Maynard Ferguson along with many others.

Ed Krout (keyboards)

Ed Krout is a composer/arranger/producer and musical director. He is presently engaged as a producer and president of Phat Planet Recording Studios in Orlando, FL. Currently, Ed is playing B3 organ with "Beautiful Bobby Blackmon" at the BB Kings blues club in Orlando.

Curtis Nutall (drums)

Curtis Nutall has been a professional drummer for over thirty years. He has worked with Jeff Kashiwa, Chieli Minucci, Joe Louis Walker, Bonnie Raitt, Steve Cropper and Joe Henderson to name a few. Curtis is a founding member of Central Florida’s own Nu Jazz/Fusion group, The Groovemasters.

Paul "Pablo" Polanski (saxophone)

Paul “Pablo” Polanski has been a professional musician for over 30 years. He has played with many local bands in and around Brevard County.

John Paul "JP" Ramos (trombone)

John Paul is a local singer/songwriter that got his musical start in 6th grade, when he picked up the trombone. After some time in college he worked with local indie/alternative rock groups such as Baron Von Bear, Band Marino, and Vasti. Currently he is working on his own music under the name John Paul Ramos. His music can be found at myspace.com/johnpaulramosmusic.

Orlando Sanchez (percussion)

Orlando Sanchez is a virtuoso professional musician in the area of ethnic percussion. He is currently working for the world beat percussion band, Akangana, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.. Orlando has had the opportunity to perform and record with many nationally known artists such as Donna Summer, The Backstreet Boys, Stevie Wonder, Nell Carter and Paquito D’Rivera to name a few.

Joe Sandusky (guitar)

Joe Sandusky has performed for Disney with Tarzan Rocks and Kids of the Kingdom stage shows and at their resort hotels. Joe also worked for Carnival Cruise Line’s Destiny and Paradise. He has played in numerous bands and plays all around central Florida. He has also taught private guitar lessons for over 15 years. He has been an adjunct teacher at Seminole Community College, where he started their jazz guitar curriculum. He will be performing March 6th in downtown Sanford with his current band.

DaVonda Simmons (vocals)

DaVonda Simmons is a dynamic vocalist who has been dazzling audiences for years. Her voice evokes a smile in your heart and caresses you with the radiant warmth of her style. Her vocal artistry and commanding stage presence colors any performance with enthusiasm and elegance. Visit her website at www.davondasimmons.com.

Charlie St. Cyr-Paul (drums)

Charlie St. Cyr-Paul is a first call session drummer, show producer & music director currently residing in Central Florida. Charlie’s talents have brought him around the globe and opportunities performing in every State of America with national and international talents. Charlie’s drumming has been heard in movies, T.V. and radio. Charlie is also the owner of Brother Entertainment: a full service, high-end creative production company and talent agency. You can learn more by visiting:

Robert Wawoe (bass)

Robert Wawoe is a multi-instrumentalist, producer-engineer. Better known amongst his peers for his bass work on both upright and electric bass. His production work ranges from independent music and film projects to full-blown show productions for major corporate clients. He has worked with the likes of Irene Cara, Warren Hill, Paul Brown, Chieli Minucci and Jeff Kashiwa among others. He is the owner of Divi Music Group, LLC, and a partner and lead in-house producer/engineer at Phat Planet Studios in Orlando FL. He is currently performing with The Groovemasters and you can download their music on I-tunes.