Ben Allred - While completing both a Doctorate of Musical Arts in piano performance and a Graduate Artist Certificate at the University of North Texas, Ben Allred still maintains a very active performance career, both as a solo pianist and as a collaborator. Ben is also an active transcriber, composer, and jazz musician.
Jeffry Eckels - Originally from Wisconsin,now residing in Denton TX with a Masters in Music Eckels is known for NPR's Whad'Ya Know, An American comedy, interview, and quiz radio show. Hosted by Michael Feldman, it was created in 1985. During its radio run, it was produced by Wisconsin Public Radio and distributed through Public Radio International. Jeffry Eckels was the original full-time bass player on the show from 1987 to 2003.