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Mia Borders

Born: August 13, 1987

Mia Borders is a renowned singer-songwriter who has captivated audiences with her soulful voice, electrifying performances, and diverse musical style. Born and raised in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Borders’ musical journey began in her childhood home, where she was exposed to a rich tapestry of sounds that permeated the City's cultural landscape. Soul, funk, rock, and blues became the foundation upon which she built her own unique style.

As a teenager, Borders honed her skills as a songwriter and live performer, immersing herself in the vibrant New Orleans music scene. Her talent and raw energy quickly caught the attention of music enthusiasts and fellow musicians, propelling her towards a professional career. Borders’ live performances are nothing short of electrifying, infusing her soulful vocals with a contagious energy that leaves audiences spellbound.

Rodric White

Born: April 26, 1965

Rodric White was a finalist in the 1999 National Australian Jazz Piano Competition and is a graduate of the Associate Diploma of Jazz Studies Course (NSW Conservatorium of Music) where he majored in Music Arranging and Jazz Piano, and studied Classical Piano with Gerard Willems (Judge of the Sydney International Piano Competition and ABC Recording Artist). For two years, Rodric completed an intensive course of private study with leading Sydney Pianist and Jazz Educator, Bobby Gebert.

Rodric has served as pianist / music director for International singers Nicki Parrott (USA), Patricia Ségui (France), Noria Letts (France), Julia Shved (Ukraine), Juliana Areias (Brazil), Marilane De Mello (Brazil), Magdalena Mira (Chile), Rachel Delgado (Chile) and 2015 finalist in the Thelonious Monk Jazz Vocal Competition (USA) Liam Burrows (Australia), and performed with leading Australian singers Emma Pask, Virna Sanzone, Simone Waddell and Rebekka Neville, and leading Australian jazz musicians Dale Barlow, Ralph Pyl, Phil Slater, Craig Walters, Andrew Robertson, Mark Taylor, Julian Gough, Andy Firth, Graham Jesse, Jason Morphett, Danny Carmichael, Dave Smith, Guy Strazz, John Morrison, Dave Goodman, Andrew Dickeson, Toby Hall, Craig Naughton, Craig Scott, Ashley Turner, Brett Hirst, Jonathan Zwartz, Ashley Turner and Kevin Hailey.

Rodric has three albums to his credit: "As Beautiful As Day" (Newmarket Music 2022), "The Sea Of Tranquility" (Newmarket Music 2006) and "New Jazz Directions" (La Brava Music 1996) and has recorded with saxophonist Dale Barlow on his ABC release, “Playground”, and collaborated with pianist / vocalist Dorian Mode on the arrangements for Dorian’s album, “Café In Venice” (La Brava Music 2002)

Sarah James

Born: July 1

Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in the NY metro area, Ms. James came from a family with musical influences from her grandfather, who came from County Cork, Ireland, and played traditional Irish music on accordian and parents who were big jazz fans with an extensive record collection of Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Dinah Washington, Huddie Leadbetter, Lightnin' Hopkins and Frank Sinatra recordings. Piano lessons started at 10 and as a child listening to William B. Williams and his "Make Believe Ballroom" on radio, and DJ's such as Allison Steele, "The Nightbird" and Jonathan Schwartz, the music of the big bands and the Great American Songbook informed her sensibility

Bianca Love

Born: October 14, 1994

Bianca Love stands as a seasoned artist, gracing the world stage with her vocals, trumpet, and guitar prowess. 

She hails from the vibrant city of New Orleans, where her musical journey began. Influenced by a multitude of genres, including the music of Charlie Parker, blues, soul, and the traditional sounds of New Orleans, Bianca draws inspiration from legendary figures such as Betty Carter, Sarah Vaughan, Clifford Brown, Etta Jones, Dinah Washington, Miles Davis, Nicholas Payton, Mahalia Jackson, and countless others.

Bianca's deep appreciation for the Black American Music tradition was nurtured in the unique cultural crucible of New Orleans, shaping her artistic identity from a young age. Her path to musical excellence began at Eleanor McMain Secondary School, where she became a member of the Grammy-winning gospel choir. In 2011, she journeyed to India, reconnecting with her familial roots while studying at the Calcutta School of Music and Swarnabhoomi Academy of Music.

Selma Boragian

Born: June 24

Brazilian singer, vocal arranger and conductor Selma Boragian has been part of the artistic team of the University of São Paulo Choir (CORALUSP) since 1999. She graduated from UNICAMP in Popular Music and completed a Masters in Music at USP, specializing in vocal arrangements for choir. Her book “ O samba em arranjos para coral" was published in Europe, by "New Academic Editions” in 2019.

She is the founder of the renowned vocal group Arirê, where she participated as a singer and arranger. The female vocal quartet released two acclaimed albums; the second one, inspired by João Gilberto, on the SESC label.

Adeline Yeo

Adeline Yeo is an unsigned Indie Musician based in Asia region. With no prior musical knowledge and experience, she stumbled upon a new music program and she began her music compositions in her Indie music journey. As she keep on practising her craft, her fingers became more nimble and soon she was able to produce beautiful melodies. She felt that music brightens up her life and she hoped to do it to others.

In 2021, Adeline has been affiliated with BMI and SoundExchange as a writer in their performing rights organizations. During the same year, she has been approved by Free Music Archive, Jamendo and Tribe Of Noise as one of their music artists and producers in their free royalty-free music music platforms. In 2023, she was awarded Amazon Music For Artists, Expand Your Merch Table, Voice Programming 101 and Amazon Music Programming Certificates Of Achievements for completions of musician programs sponsored by Amazon Music and Musically. In 2023, she joined in ISSA (International Singer-Songwriters Association) as their member for her artist exposure and to promote global singer-songwriters initiatives as a part of it. Her artist publications and interviews were published on some of the music blogs.

Alison Lewis

Born: May 19

Alison was once described by Cabaret Scenes as, "a singer with a hauntingly beautiful voice who transformed the ordinary into the extraordinary with brilliant arrangements and vocal experimentation."  Her debut solo album, Seven, has received much national and international acclaim, as well reached the top 40 of both the CMJ and RMR charts.

A consummate singer/songwriter, her original song, "Seesaw" earned a Finalist position with the 2017 John Lennon Songwriting Contest, while her single "Tidepool" earned a finalist position in the 2017 Hollywood Music in Media Awards showcase. Both the single, "Tidepool," and her album, "Seven" won the May 2017 Akademia Music Awards for Best Americana Song and Best Jazz Album respectively.  Alison also lent her songwriting and vocal talents to a recently released album of originals co-written with Peter Yarrow and survivors of the Parkland, Florida school shootings.

Diana Torti

Born: May 25

Jazz singer, improviser and composer.

Internationally acclaimed vocalist Diana Torti, brings her breathtaking virtuosity to the forefront of her artistry, presenting music that is bold, beautiful and fearless. A visionary vocalist and improviser, Torti pushes boundaries through blending the evocative atmospheres of ancient music with the soulful nuances of her Mediterranean roots creating a deeply immersive sonic experience.



With a sound that is so versatile and intoxicating, ‘Diana's music is enveloping, taking you to new dimensions, making you lose yourself in floating and impalpable sounds, only to then find you again in the words’ (Giacomo Pisani), she has captivated audiences across the world at intimate jazz clubs and prestigious international stages. Exploring improvisation as a pure expressive force, blending her classical roots with avant-garde intensity, Torti is a masterclass in vocal versatility.



Maria Puga Lareo

Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, she began her professional career in her early twenties by singing in the culturally rich city’s clubs, theaters, and at jazz festivals. In 2000, the popular Fox Sports TV program Limite 4x4, broadcast in over 25 countries, asked Maria to co-write and sing their title theme. In 2005, she released her self-produced debut album, Body and Soul, and followed in 2011 with Facetas, which was recorded both in New York and Buenos Aires with arrangements by multi-GRAMMY-winning pianist-arranger-conductor Carlos Franzetti and featuring legendary bassist Eddie Gómez, jazz producer Fernando Gelbard on flute, Ed Uribe on drums, Latin GRAMMY-winning guitarist Quique Sinesi and pianist Frank Collett. Celebrated in Argentina and particularly well-received in Japan, Facetas also received positive acclaim from Arturo Sandoval, Lalo Schifrin, and Jorge Calandrelli, among others.