Both Eric and Ted live in Hampton Roads and have had music in their lives all along the way. They like to share songs and stories — and get the people involved. Their programs include folk, old time, traditional and bluegrass music as well as sing-alongs, interactive humor and dialogue.
Phil has 14 years of music experience and has been playing music professionally since retiring from federal civil service in 2012. Phil plays toe-tapping tunes from a variety of musical genres using multiple stringed instruments, such as guitar, mandolin, ukulele and cigar box guitars. View flyer
Sandy Kinchen is passionate about bringing out the creative talent from within the folks who participate in her projects. She loves laughter and believes it can help to heal the...
With a background in community development/engagement, David couples his passion for people with his artistic abilities and his love for teaching. He believes that "art is in us all", and strives to help people create things they never knew they could.  David specializes in creative engagement — customized to complement any environment desired. During this...
Michael Malinowski is a freelance drummer and percussionist who has performed with artists such as Blue Man Group and Sheila E. He has performed at large venues in LA, including Hollywood Bowl. He also has an extensive teaching background. View flyer
Heidi Ordaz has guided personal expression through art with a full range of ages and backgrounds. Having experienced the benefits of art herself, Mrs. Ordaz enjoys interacting with others as they create, to reveal their unique voice in the world. View flyer
Retired with 20 years as a musician in the U.S. Army, Dan served as an instrumental instructor at the Armed Forces School of Music, performed as an oboe soloist, and managed a Dixieland band for the South Carolina State Arts Commission. Dan plays keyboard and sings music of the 1950s - 1970s, music for Oktoberfest,...
Sandy Kinchen is passionate about bringing out the creative talent from within the folks who participate in her projects. Denise Bluser is a crafter at heart with a passion for beach-themed crafts and angels and has been creating and sharing her art for many years. They both love helping others and adapting to their needs,...
Andrew Rohlk is a multi-instrumentalist whose blend of soul, jazz, and pop evokes the sounds of Prince and Stevie Wonder. Rohlk has graced stages like The National in Richmond and Washington DC’s U Street Music Hall. He is a singer-songwriter with music history knowledge that focuses on American traditions like blues & jazz but also...
The Muse Writers Center leads individuals in creating stories about their lives, given different themes and subject matters throughout the course of the program.
Westley & Melissa are lifetime musicians. She began playing flute at age 8, adding guitar & harmonica later. He's been playing piano since age 5 & marimba he was 12....
Rhona grew up an artist by both very creative parents. She feels that creativity lives inside everyone. Rhona has been an artist working out which programs work best for many years and finds great pleasure and satisfaction in helping others through the arts. Her objective is to design and instruct visual art projects and crafting...