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Stefan Mahendra

Stefan is a South East London bred musician that has established himself as an anomaly amongst the modern day RnB artist. Half Sri Lankan and half German, Mahendra proudly represents his roots, with his wide and varied influences stemming from his rich cultural backgrounds and early exposure to gospel music in the church. From there, his love of soul, RnB and motown grew immeasurably, setting the tone for what his career is today. With a polished and refined craft that he has made his own, he continues to push the boundary of his original music. Stefan has toured the world with bands that were opening shows for the likes of world famous artists such as Sting, Shaggy, Melanie C and many more. When Stefan is not creating and recording his original music, he continues to perform all over the world, leaving you with a desire for more of that classic old school sound with a modern twist that appeals to all ages.

Chris Dawson

Chris is a versatile pianist, working within the traditional and modern jazz scene. Chris has recorded numerous projects for producer David Foster, and was sought by pianist and composer Larry Goldings to contribute Harlem stride piano stylings in the Netflix original series, “Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker”. Dawson has recorded for Warner Brothers, Verve, and Arbors Records on projects that feature singers Renee Olestead, Rebecca Kilgore, and legendary jazz bassist Charlie Haden. Solo // Jazz

John Proulx

John is a jazz pianist, vocalist, educator, and composer based in Los Angeles, California. His singing style has elicited comparisons with a young Chet Baker. He is a recording artist with four albums to his credit.

Sean Moran

Sean Moran, a musician based in Los Angeles, California graduated from the USC Thornton School of Music, where he studied under renowned artists such as Patrice Rushen, Paul Jackson Jr, Sean Holt, Jae Deal, and many others. Sean’s musical journey is diverse encompassing everything from keyboard playing, writing and producing original music, as well as running Ableton sessions for pop artists.

Will Brahm

Born and raised in Portland Oregon, Will fell in love with the Folk and Rock music of the Pacific Northwest from a young age. These influences show in his lyrical songwriting and dazzling guitar pyrotechnics. Will went on to join world renowned jazz trumpeter Arturo Sandoval’s band and continues to tour and record with him today. In 2019 Brahm released his acoustic ensemble album “Venture Atlas,” showcasing his unique “musical world-building” abilities.

Shauna Madinah

A former backup singer for Shania Twain, Shauna also sang lead vocals in the Sony animated film “The Swan Princess Christmas” in 2012. She wrote, produced, and sang the EDM-style music of the international fitness craze “Piloxing,” which has been featured on “The Steve Harvey show,” “Good Morning LA,” and many other daytime shows. Her music has even attracted the recognition of world leaders such as Nelson Mandela who featured her music at his birthday party in the Vodacom Stadium in South Africa.

Stefan Mahendra

Stefan is a South East London bred musician that has established himself as an anomaly amongst the modern day RnB artist. Half Sri Lankan and half German, Mahendra proudly represents his roots, with his wide and varied influences stemming from his rich cultural backgrounds and early exposure to gospel music in the church. From there, his love of soul, RnB and motown grew immeasurably, setting the tone for what his career is today. With a polished and refined craft that he has made his own, he continues to push the boundary of his original music. Stefan has toured the world with bands that were opening shows for the likes of world famous artists such as Sting, Shaggy, Melanie C and many more. When Stefan is not creating and recording his original music, he continues to perform all over the world, leaving you with a desire for more of that classic old school sound with a modern twist that appeals to all ages.

Valentina Shelton

Valentina Shelton, a singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, California, captivates audiences with her emotive voice and heartfelt lyrics. Influenced by jazz, soul, and contemporary pop, Valentina’s music resonates deeply with listeners. Her dedication to excellence and magnetic stage presence have earned her recognition in the music industry. As she continues to evolve, Valentina invites audiences to join her on a journey of musical exploration.

Stuart Elster

Stuart Elster is from Los Angeles and has been a professional musician for the last 35 years. He has performed or recorded with Donna Summer, Melissa Manchester, Rickie Lee Jones, Chaka Khan, Nicolette Larson, Glen Campbell, Paul Anka, Willie Bobo, Jimmy Witherspoon, Connie Stevens, Carmen McRae, Helen Reddy, and the Smothers Brothers, among many others. Stuart served as Assistant Conductor and principal keyboardist for the national companies of “Dreamgirls” and “The Lion King”. Currently, he is the Musical Director of Shutters on the Beach Hotel and Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica, CA.

Stuart Elster

Stuart Elster is from Los Angeles and has been a professional musician for the last 35 years. He has performed or recorded with Donna Summer, Melissa Manchester, Rickie Lee Jones, Chaka Khan, Nicolette Larson, Glen Campbell, Paul Anka, Willie Bobo, Jimmy Witherspoon, Connie Stevens, Carmen McRae, Helen Reddy, and the Smothers Brothers, among many others. Stuart served as Assistant Conductor and principal keyboardist for the national companies of “Dreamgirls” and “The Lion King”. Currently, he is the Musical Director of Shutters on the Beach Hotel and Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica, CA. Solo // Jazz