Learn more about the artists bringing Kanta Judezmo to life.
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Melinda Martinez Becker

Mezzo soprano Melinda Martinez Becker is a multi-faceted performer singing a diverse repertoire from Baroque to contemporary classical works, to French and Spanish art song. As a soloist and chamber musician, she is recognized for her interpretations of various styles of music: "Throughout the program, mezzo-soprano Becker effortlessly switched tracks, from light Baroque singing to all the various demands of the new works". (San Francisco Classical Voice) In addition to performing throughout the Bay Area, she has performed throughout Spain, Portugal, Egypt, and France.

Sascha Jacobsen

 Sascha Jacobsen was born into a musical family, going as far back as his great, great, great, great-grandfather, who was a bassist for the Moscow Opera.  His mentors have been Michael and James Finley, John Brecher, Nico Abondolo, and Dennis Trembly, as well as Wolfgang Guttler and Shinji Eshima.  He completed a Master's degree at the University of Southern California and has served on the faculty at Humboldt State University, Laney College, Golden Gate Bass Camp, and the Sequoia Chamber Music Festival.  
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Bobby Coleman

Bobby Coleman is a poet, writer, and performer based in San Francisco, California for over three decades. He is a literature graduate of Columbia University, an experienced public-interest attorney, and a graduate of one of the world's most elite MBA management programs, Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. A steady commitment to justice and a seasoned understanding of institutional power together add a dynamic universality and poignant positivity to his work, both in solo performance and in joyous collaborations with other creative artists. ​

The Musical Art Quintet

The Musical Art Quintet performs innovative, rhythmic, modern chamber music with fiery improvisation and an infusion of world music influences.
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