“Teaching is more than a passion for Diali Cissokho; it’s his birthright” (John Hunter, Chatham Record). “Griot” Diali Cissokho – vocalist, percussionist, korist, and composer – hails from […]
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Donna Washington is an award-winning internationally known master storyteller, artist-educator, and author who has been performing for audiences of all ages for thirty-eight years. She is renowned for […]
Durham Jazz Workshop is a nonprofit community music organization dedicated to jazz education, performance, and creative collaboration for students of all ages. Durham Jazz Workshop and Sharp Nine […]
Erim Akpan is a storyteller and jester who delights in weaving arts with curriculum content to help students build skills in critical thinking, literacy, and social-emotional learning. Her […]
Heather Bryce is a teaching artist, choreographer, co-founder of Teaching Artists Connect, and the artistic director of Bryce Dance Company. Bryce has expertise in working with people of […]
Jan French is a multi-fiber artist, teaching weaving and directing collaborations in Triangle classrooms, festivals, museums, and historical sites since 2007. She has worked as a Teaching Artist […]
Jeannette Brossart, has been a professional mosaic artist since 2003. Her work includes public murals, sculpture, and custom installations. Jeannette has received numerous awards, appeared in publication, has […]
Karen Novy is a songwriter, speaker and vocal empowerment facilitator. She speaks from the heart and guides audiences to deep and powerful moments of self-realization. Her talks and […]
Dave McDonald began his career in television as a producer/director/writer in children’s programming. He has written scripts for theatrical productions (Scooby Doo musical shows/Paramount Parks), toured as a […]
Larry Bellorín was born in Punta de Mata in the state of Monagas, Venezuela. He is a singer, professional musician, and former president of the musical foundation “Casa […]