Elizabeth Carlson is an elementary school educator who has taught at many grade levels and holds degrees from Princeton University (American Studies/English) and the Harvard Graduate School of Education (Language and Literacy). Her research into North Carolina's musical heritage inspired her to write the show script and classroom curriculum.

Kathy White, a nationally board-certified teacher in American History and English, is a curriculum designer and teacher trainer who has led professional development workshops for teachers around the country. Since retiring from the Roanoke Rapids Graded School District, she has worked as a senior master fellow with the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. 

Jo Daniels is the CEO of Vision Digital Projects, a production company specializing in live music and theater productions. He is also a performing jazz, R&B, and reggae musician with years of experience in music production and recording.