Come out, dance, celebrate and enjoy the release of TORCH; the debut, sultry, bluesy, funky album of the band, Star n The Knight.

A recipient of a 2023 grant from Chamber Music America’s Performance Plus program, funded through the generosity of the Doris Duke Foundation.

STAR Lah Song- Vocals, Band Leader, Grant Recipient

D'Vonne Lewis- Album Producer, Grantee Coach

Nathan Breedlove-Trumpet
David Dawda- Bass
RL Heyer- Guitar
Adam Kessler- Drums
Josh Rawlings, Piano
Hans Teuber- Alto Sax, Flute, Clarinet

Grammy Nominated Pianist to Perform at Mill Creek Town Center

The City of Mill Creek is thrilled to inaugurate Pianos on Main 2024 with a free extraordinary outdoor concert, a rare chance to experience the musical genius of Josh Rawlings live. On Monday, July 1, we invite you to be part of this unique event. Josh, a Grammy-nominated and Platinum Album Award-winning composer, studio musician, and performer, is the featured pianist on Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ multi-GRAMMY-winning album, The Heist. His signature sound can be heard on ‘Same Love, ‘Downtown,’ and many other major albums.

Chava Mirel is a unique being in the world of music and spirit, defying classifications of style or genre. A multi-award winning musician and composer whose voice was recently featured on a Grammy award winning album, Chava is highly sought-after for collaborations and recordings.

Celebrated for her rich, luxurious vocals, lush harmonies, and rhythmic phrasing, Chava is also known for her loving and compassionate presence. Regardless of setting - spiritual gathering, concert hall, classroom or jazz club - she imbues her music and teachings with the universal themes of hope, caring, connection and inclusion.

Chava exhibits ease and fluency in an expansive array of musical styles. She has toured and recorded with a spectrum of artists from Reggie Watts to punk icon Ari Up. Celebrated as a singer songwriter, World Music and Jazz artist, Chava is featured vocalist for global Jazz Fusion band Duende Libre, whose last 2 albums, “Drift” and “The Dance She Spoke”, were both recipients of the Golden Ear Award for Best Recording in the Northwest. Chava has also played keyboards and toured internationally with the legendary Reggae artist Clinton Fearon (the Gladiators).

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Elnah Jordan, a soul-stirring vocalist hailing from Ohio, has etched her name in the music world with her unforgettable renditions of gospel, jazz, blues, and R&B songs. From the church choir of her childhood to the streets of San Francisco, and then onto Broadway stages, Elnah’s powerful voice and engaging style have mesmerized audiences worldwide. Her performances, often paired with the versatile pianist Eric Verlinde, resonate with authenticity, passion, and a deep connection to the roots of American ethnomusicology. Elnah’s ability to interpret the vibe and energy of the room and invite the audience into her performance has set her apart as an artist. Whether she’s portraying the legendary Bessie Smith or summoning the spirit of Nina Simone, her music transcends genres, offering a unique and soulful experience. Discover Elnah’s music and journey into a world where blues, jazz, gospel, and rhythm & blues blend into a harmonious celebration of sound.