Jane Lewis has a history of singing in school choirs where she could hide behind the other voices. As for singing solo...no way! She was even too shy to sing in the shower when no one else was home. After a fluke incident in a recording studio, however, she took a few singing lessons and made a concerted effort to get over her issues around making noise. She now sings in public with her partner, Sam Turton, and is always looking forward to their next performance. When she isn't making music, she works as a freelance editor. She is also the author of six young adult novels.

Tannis Slimmon has been singing, songwriting, recording, and touring for over 25 years. In addition to her two solo CDs (Oak Lake and Lucky Blue), Tannis has appeared on numerous albums, contributing songs and/or singing harmony (a huge passion). "A breathtaking vocalist with a bright, angelic disposition, Slimmon is a favourite folk attraction whose harmonies are as warm as her smile." Exclaim Magazine

Sam Turton is a singer-songwriter, mentor/therapist, and social activist with a history of Zen and Earth-centred spirituality. Until the age of 45, because his voice was very restrained, he would find other performers to sing his songs. Ten years ago, while exploring and resolving emotional blocks, his original voice emerged. He now belts out soulful blues, gospel and classic R&B. Sam's songs can be heard on his solo CD feel and on the benefit CDs Not There and Afghanistan–On Guard For Thee?

Jude Vadala grew up in a family of musicians. She learned about music when her parents and aunts and uncles got together for family music circles, a regular activity borne out of a time when people made their own music as a form of entertainment. She has toured across Canada and the U.S. with the critically acclaimed group The Bird Sisters, where she honed her skills as a songwriter and recording artist. Presently she is performing as a solo artist, and she teaches piano, voice and songwriting.

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