THE ADVISORY BOARD & TEACHING ARTISTS.
JEWEL AKENS [Oldies Singer]
Singer of the classic 1965 hit single, “The Birds and the Bees” Toured with Dick Clark’s Caravan of Stars and appeared on American Bandstand, Hullabaloo, Shindig among others. Artist Credits include Sam Cooke, Jackie Wilson, Bobby Darin among others.
RICKY ZAHARIADES "Ricky Z" [Professional Musician]
Credits include Jessica Simpson, Lauren Hill, Nick Lachey Paulina Rubio, Josh Groban, Wayne Henderson, Don Grusin, Gloria Estefan, Ronnie Laws, Stix Hooper, Sheila E., Terry Bradford, Alejandro Sanz, Shaila Durcal, Joan Sebastian, John Novello,
Credits include Jessica Simpson, Lauren Hill, Nick Lachey Paulina Rubio, Josh Groban, Wayne Henderson, Don Grusin, Gloria Estefan, Ronnie Laws, Stix Hooper, Sheila E., Terry Bradford, Alejandro Sanz, Shaila Durcal, Joan Sebastian, John Novello,
LILA DOWNS [Professional Singer/Performer]
Mexican/American vocalist and performer who tours all over the world. Her music has been heard on the soundtracks for Frida, Tortilla Soup, Real Women Have Curves and Fados, and has an Academy Award nomination for Best Song in 2002.
ABRAHAM LABORIEL [World Renowned Bassist, Latin Recording Artist]
Masters Degree from Berklee Conservatory of Music in Boston. World renowned bassist, most notably for recordings with Sergio Mendes, Tito Puente, Ivan Lins, Joe Sample, Herb Albert and international jazz group The Crusaders. Film/TV credits include “CHPS”, Jamie Foxx, CBS, NBC, ABC, the Grammy’s and more. His son Abe Jr. is a drummer for Paul McCartney, Green Day and Seal.
Masters Degree from Berklee Conservatory of Music in Boston. World renowned bassist, most notably for recordings with Sergio Mendes, Tito Puente, Ivan Lins, Joe Sample, Herb Albert and international jazz group The Crusaders. Film/TV credits include “CHPS”, Jamie Foxx, CBS, NBC, ABC, the Grammy’s and more. His son Abe Jr. is a drummer for Paul McCartney, Green Day and Seal.
DEL ATKINS [Hip Hop Bassist]
Artist credits include Dr. Dre, DJ Quik, James Ingram, Lou Rawls, Pointer Sisters and Patti LaBelle
TONY KIM [Capacity Building Supervisor]
Over 10 years as an advisor in both faith-based and community organizations. Has worked with and provided extensive capacity training and seminars in various topics to more than 300 faith-based and community organizations.
Artist credits include Dr. Dre, DJ Quik, James Ingram, Lou Rawls, Pointer Sisters and Patti LaBelle
TONY KIM [Capacity Building Supervisor]
Over 10 years as an advisor in both faith-based and community organizations. Has worked with and provided extensive capacity training and seminars in various topics to more than 300 faith-based and community organizations.
JUSTO ALMARIO [World Renowned Latin Jazz Saxaphonist]
Artist/Recording credits include Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Celia Cruz and Christina Aguilera. Annual performances for Grammys + Latin Grammy award shows. Numerous jazz, Latin jazz recordings with major record labels, television recordings and film credits including "Selena", "The Mambo Kings" and with actors Andy Garcia, Jimmy Smits and Paul Rodriguez.
Artist/Recording credits include Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Marc Anthony, Celia Cruz and Christina Aguilera. Annual performances for Grammys + Latin Grammy award shows. Numerous jazz, Latin jazz recordings with major record labels, television recordings and film credits including "Selena", "The Mambo Kings" and with actors Andy Garcia, Jimmy Smits and Paul Rodriguez.
CINDY BADELL-SLAUGHTER [President of Heavy Hitters Music]
During the past 23 years, Cindy has handled the music clearance for such television shows as Dallas, Knots Landing, Touched by An Angel, Promised Land, The District, Survivor, on-air promotions for three networks: FOX, CBS and UPN; former Director of Music Operations for CBS Broadcasting Inc.
During the past 23 years, Cindy has handled the music clearance for such television shows as Dallas, Knots Landing, Touched by An Angel, Promised Land, The District, Survivor, on-air promotions for three networks: FOX, CBS and UPN; former Director of Music Operations for CBS Broadcasting Inc.
ROSIE HAMLIN [Oldies Singer]
Songwriter and singer of 1961 classic hit single “Angel Baby”. Artist include Jackie Wilson, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Freddy Fender and many more. First Latina singer elected to the “Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame”.
Songwriter and singer of 1961 classic hit single “Angel Baby”. Artist include Jackie Wilson, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Freddy Fender and many more. First Latina singer elected to the “Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame”.
ALAN O'DAY [Oldies Singer, Songwriter]
Co-writer of the Righteous Brothers hit single "Rock-n-Roll Heaven" and writer of Helen Reddy's #1 single "Angie Baby" and writer and singer of his own 1977 #1 hit single, which sold more than two million copies, "Undercover Angel". Alan also co-wrote over 100 songs for Jim Henson's Muppet Babies.
Co-writer of the Righteous Brothers hit single "Rock-n-Roll Heaven" and writer of Helen Reddy's #1 single "Angie Baby" and writer and singer of his own 1977 #1 hit single, which sold more than two million copies, "Undercover Angel". Alan also co-wrote over 100 songs for Jim Henson's Muppet Babies.
DORIANA SANCHEZ [Professional Choreographer]
Choreographer for Cher, Jane’s Addiction, Latin Grammys, Rolling Stones, etc. Highly solicited for her expertise as live Las Vegas show director and theatre choreography internationally. Worked with numerous rock bands and created choreography for China’s Galaxy Circus, Cirque D’Soleil and East L.A. Classic Theatre productions.
Choreographer for Cher, Jane’s Addiction, Latin Grammys, Rolling Stones, etc. Highly solicited for her expertise as live Las Vegas show director and theatre choreography internationally. Worked with numerous rock bands and created choreography for China’s Galaxy Circus, Cirque D’Soleil and East L.A. Classic Theatre productions.
MATEO LABORIEL [Music Producer]
Producer for Jamie Foxx + numerous soundtracks for MTV & Adam Sandler
Producer for Jamie Foxx + numerous soundtracks for MTV & Adam Sandler
KARL CARRASCO [Professional Keyboardist, Arranger, Producer]
Professional recording artist, Grammy Nomination. Professional Music Director and accompanist for artists including, Jewel Akens, The Temptations, The Association, The Coasters, Spencer Davis, Brenton Wood, Cannibal & the Headhunters, comedians George Lopez and Paul Rodriguez.
Professional recording artist, Grammy Nomination. Professional Music Director and accompanist for artists including, Jewel Akens, The Temptations, The Association, The Coasters, Spencer Davis, Brenton Wood, Cannibal & the Headhunters, comedians George Lopez and Paul Rodriguez.
ALEX ARMSTRONG [Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist]
Studied at the University of Pennsylvania; Bachelor of Music from San Francisco State University; accomplished musician. Credits include Lalo Guerrero and others
Studied at the University of Pennsylvania; Bachelor of Music from San Francisco State University; accomplished musician. Credits include Lalo Guerrero and others