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Steven Banks is professor of saxophone at Ithaca College. He is the first saxophonist to join the Young Concert Artists roster in its 59-year history.

Ethan "Lime" Hicks is host of the Twitch channel "Guided Lime Time," a gaming channel that incorporates music and community.

Liz Ames is a collaborative pianist based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She performs with musicians throughout the Midwest and serves on the piano staff at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance.

Mark Smith is the saxophone instructor for the Hebron cluster band programs in Carrollton, Texas. His students have received top awards in numerous national competitions including the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition.

Nick Zoulek is a Chicago based saxophonist who specializes in contemporary and avant-garde music. His album, "Enter Branch," will be released later this year.

Joshua Chism is a music education PhD candidate at the University of Oklahoma. Joshua is both a choral conductor and a music researcher. He currently serves as the Minister of Music at Southpark Baptist Church in Oklahoma City

Abby Shepard is both a musician and psychologist. She holds positions with environmental organizations such as Take Back the Tap and the College Climate Coalition. Abby is also the creator of the Sustainable Shepard, an online community at the intersection of music, meditation, and social justice.

Kevin Day is a composer and jazz pianist. His Concerto for Wind Ensemble will be premiered later this year.

Valentin Kovalev is a concert saxophonist who has performed at numerous international venues. He is the most recent winner of the International Saxiana Solo Competition, the Music Teacher National Association Young Artist Competition, and the University of Michigan Concerto Competition.

Staff Sergeant Connor Mikula is a saxophonist in "The President's Own" United States Marine Band.