Meet the Music Makers staff!

Everett Collins is one of the founding members of the Music Makers staff. Everett holds degrees from Long Island University and CW Post College as well as having earned his Professional Certificate from the Audio Institute of Technology. In addition to Music Makers, Everett is quite busy as a music teacher in the James City County school system. He has worked extensively as a percussionist, arranger, vocalist, and keyboardist most notably with the Isley Brothers. Everett is a member of MENC, AFM, NARAS, Gospel Music Association, AFTRA, ASCAP, VBODA and NAMM. He has published several gospel works under his Deep Faith Music publishing company. Everett Collins is the Director of Music at Music Makers School of Music.

Zelda Collins bio-Coming Soon!

Alexis Collins-Bio Coming Soon!

Janet Harney is a multi-talented musician playing the Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Piano and is also a talented vocalist. She holds her Bachelor of Music Education from James Madison University. While her degree is in vocal music education, she has had extensive experience as an istrumentalist as well. She has taught privately on Saxophone, Clarinet and Voice as well as teaching both vocal, instrumental and general (elementary) music in public and private school settings. Mrs. Harney has worked performing as both a vocalist and instrumentalist in the Tidewater area for over 20 years including several seasons at Busch Gardens, the Williamsburg Classic Swing Orchestra and various other performing opportunities.

Jim Richmond is a multi-talented instrumentalist playing the Saxophone, Clarinet, and Flute. He has had 20 years experience performing in a variety of musical settings including theme park, live musical theater, local rock bands and Big Band swing. Jim holds his Bachelors Degree in Music Education from James Madison University and his Masters Degree in Saxophone Performance from Virginia Commonwealth University. Mr. Richmond has worked with the bands at numerous schools in the tidewater area and has taught Saxophone at VCU and is currently Adjunct Professor of Saxophone at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Virginia.

Joe Burton-Bio Coming Soon!

Sherman Jones-Bio Coming Soon!

Jason-Bio Coming Soon!

Peter Mercier is currently a student at Christopher Newport University where he recently earned his Bachelor of Music Education degree with an emphasis in classical guitar. He is currently continuing his education at Christpopher Newport pursuing his Master of Arts in Music Education.

John Calisto-Bio Coming Soon!

Cliff Morris-Bio Coming Soon!

Keva Kennedy is a very talented percussionist. Keva attended the Berklee College of Music and Five Towns College. After spending much time in Long Island, New York teaching and performing, Keva reloacted to the Williamsburg area and currently performs and teaches in the area.

Sheila Johnson-Bio Coming Soon!

Susan Whitelock-Bio Coming Soon!