M Brooks is a folk singer/songwriter based out of west Michigan. Inspired by literature and time spent outdoors, his songs explore themes of hope and resurrection. His first album, Wild Shores, debuted in 2016, and his upcoming album, Art from Darkness, i

Brynne Anika is a content creator and artist with a background in dance and theater. Check out her website, shop, and blog here https://www.brynneanika.net/ and her instagram account here @brynneanika --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The eas

Ivan Labra, a native-born Grand Rapidian, is a current Digital Entrepreneur running a startup media business: Labratory Media. Ivan currently attends college at Grand Rapids Community College and is finishing his degree in business administration. Ivan wa

Chicago born and raised singer-songwriter, Bre Harris currently serves as Worship Leader and Choir Director at Central Wesleyan Church in Holland, MI. She graduated with a B.A in Worship Arts from Cornerstone University. Passionate about diverse expressio

Carlos has been a stagehand in West Michigan for the past 26 years working with every arts organization in one form or another. He is currently a house person at the Van Andel arena. He is also a card holding member of IATSE local 26 and has been for over

Julie has spent her career working in many different facets of arts management, but is currently enjoying her role as part of the Grand Rapids Symphony’s production team, where her focus is on everything that goes into putting a concert together behind th

Kyle Viana has been the Production Stage Manager for the Grand Rapids Symphony since 2013. His lifelong passion for music lead him to attend Ferris State University, where he graduated in 2011 with a B.S. in Music Industry Management and a minor in Specia

Natalie Frakes is a Detroit-based violinist, teaching artist, and music educator who believes deeply in using music as a vehicle for social change. When she’s not teaching, she keeps busy performing with some of Detroit’s best musicians and has been part

Emily Smith, MEd, MT-BC, is a vocal instructor and music therapist serving the greater Grand Rapids area.  A native of Roanoke Virginia, Emily earned her degree and board certification in music therapy from Appalachian State University.  The bul

Corey is currently a Marketing Manager for the Grand Rapids Symphony. He specializes in content creation, social media, email and all things digital.   He currently resides in the Grand Rapids community with his wife Julie and son Harrison. Lari