Formerly a VP with the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, Cynthia has taught piano, played in jazz and popular music combos, and has performed in the DFW area for over 15 years.

Chip Christ is an adjunct professor of guitar at TCU with a Master of Music degree from SMU in Guitar Performance. Michael Bennett, the principal and CEO of Fort Worth-based Bennett Partners Architects, holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Theory and Composition from TCU and a master’s degree in Architecture from UTA.

Joe Rogers has Bachelor and Master’s degrees in music composition from the University of North Texas and is fluent in jazz, theater, blues, rock, and gospel.

A teacher and freelance musician, Chris has performed on the trumpet, flute and bass with groups including the Latin Express, Johnny Case Trio, Joe Rogers Trio, and at the Jubilee Theater and Hip Pocket Theater.