"Chris Jonas is a Santa Fe-based composer, saxophone player, and video artist. As an instrumentalist and composer/conductor, he has performed, recorded, and toured internationally with many of today's most adventurous artists, working extensively with Anthony Braxton, Cecil Taylor, William Parker, Del Sol String Quartet, TILT Brass, the Crossing Choir, and others. Jonas is a United States Artists Fellow and a winner of the 2012 Meet the Composer/Commissioning USA Award for GARDEN, his ongoing series of live music and transmedia works. He is Executive Director of Littleglobe, the New Mexico arts and social justice non-profit, and is Vice President of the Tri-Centric Foundation, an organization committed to the work and legacy of Anthony Braxton. In 2019, Jonas was conductor for Braxton's 6-hour, 63-person orchestra project, Sonic Genome, at the Berlin Jazz Festival.

Jonas has received commissions for large-scale music and video performance projects with many international artists, including the Del Sol String Quartet, Duo B Experimental Band, the Crossing Choir, with ensembles and musicians in Berlin, Portugal and Ireland, the Chicago Improvisors Group, and with numerous international venues, including SITE Santa Fe, the Lensic, the Santa Fe Opera, Center for New Music, Roulette, Lincoln Center, Knitting Factory, Z-Space in San Francisco, Triskel Arts Center in Cork, Ireland, Gropius Bau in Berlin, Germany, and the National Theater and Concert Hall in Taipei, Taiwan."

"David Forlano is a multi-disciplinary performance artist and visual artist. His performance and sound work began in Philadelphia, notably teaming with percussionist Toshi Makihara on many performances supporting dance and theater as well as their own collaborations in free improvisation. Relocating to Santa Fe in 2005 he took a 10 year break from performance followed by a renewed passion for collaboration in performance and sound."-Roeba

Gregg Koyle is a distinguished percussionist and educator with a career spanning several decades, marked by notable performances and significant contributions to music education.

Koyle's foundational years in music were influenced by his studies at West Texas A&M University, where he was an active member of the Symphonic Band. His dedication to percussion led him to further his education and performance experience, laying the groundwork for a successful career.

Professional Career

In 2002, Koyle became the Principal Timpanist and Orchestra Personnel Manager for the Sarasota Opera, roles he has maintained with distinction. His expertise also led him to the Santa Fe Opera in 2005, where he serves as Orchestra Manager. His performance credits include solo, chamber, and orchestral appearances across the United States, Europe, and Japan. Notably, he contributed to the Santa Fe Opera's GRAMMY-nominated recording of "Cold Mountain" and the GRAMMY-winning recording of "The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs."

Koyle's commitment to education is evident through his teaching roles at esteemed institutions. He has instructed percussion at the Interlochen Arts Camp and the University of New Mexico. Additionally, during his tenure at Texas Tech University, he co-directed the Contemporary Music Ensemble, influencing a generation of percussionists.

Throughout his career, Koyle has mentored numerous students who have gone on to achieve success in the field of percussion. For instance, Eric Harper, a graduate of Texas Tech University with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, studied under Koyle, Alan Shinn, and Dr. Lisa Rogers. Harper's career includes directing percussion studies and performing with notable ensembles, reflecting the high caliber of instruction he received.

Gregg Koyle's career is characterized by a blend of performance excellence and educational dedication. His influence extends through his performances and the accomplishments of his students, solidifying his status as a respected figure in the percussion community.