Ståle Kleiberg is an acclaimed Norwegian composer known for his distinctive and warmly expressive musical language. Born in 1958, Kleiberg has built an international reputation through large-scale orchestral, choral and chamber works that explore themes of identity, memory, history and human experience. His acclaimed compositions include Requiem – for the Victims of Nazi Persecution and David and Bathsheba. Kleiberg is Professor Emeritus of Music at NTNU in Trondheim and has maintained a long-standing artistic relationship with the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra.

Sidiki Camara is a Malian-born, Oslo-based percussionist and musician whose career spans more than five decades. Rooted in the Manding musical traditions of West Africa, Sidiki has developed a distinctive sound through collaborations across jazz, folk, contemporary and African music. His international work includes collaborations with Boubacar Traoré, Bill Frisell, Ali Farka Touré, Mamady Keita, Karpe and Esperanza Spalding.

Sandy Martin, a multitalented American singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, captivates audiences with her ability to craft heartfelt lyrics and infectious melodies that resonate with listeners of all ages. Her music exudes a sense of authenticity and sincerity, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and emotions. Sandy's soulful voice and dynamic stage presence have earned her a loyal following, establishing her as a rising star in the music industry.

SERAh is an American electronic music producer and DJ blending melodic bass, trap, and cinematic sound design. Her tracks combine dark, emotional depth with high energy, created for both long drives and festival stages. Every release comes with a music video that's part of a larger sci-fi/fantasy narrative told via the Lyra's World saga, as well as its future sequels and spinoffs.

Scott A. Flaxman is an American songwriter, audio producer, and video director who bridges analytical precision with expansive creative world-building. Based in Northern California, Flaxman has spent decades mastering the art of the written word. By day, he navigates the complex, structural landscape of legal writing as an attorney; by night, he channels that same meticulous attention to detail into crafting narrative-driven indie rock and cinematic music projects.

Shelita is an international pop artist from Seattle whose journey blends resilience, reinvention, and music that transcends borders. She first rose to prominence with her innovative fusion of pop, electronic, and global sounds, earning features in Billboard, Forbes, Rolling Stone, Earmilk, and NPR. Her songs have reached millions of streams worldwide, charted on Billboard, and connected with audiences from Los Angeles to Morocco, Paris, and Tokyo.