Jonathan Dubose, Jr.: Jonathan’s talent has been immortalized, recorded and showcased with some of the world’s greatest musical legends of the 20th century. His start in the music business began at the early age of 8, with his father Jonathan, Sr.’s quartet group, The Sensational Starlights, of Bridgeport, Connecticut. Jonathan has recorded with other gospel artists such as Darryl Coley, the late Thomas Whitfield, the late James Cleveland, Andrae Crouch, Dorothy Norwood, Marion Williams, Albertina Walker, Yolanda Adams, Richard Smallwood, The Winans, BeBe & CeCe Winans, late Rev. James Moore, the Mississippi Mass Choir, Vicki Winans, Shirley Caesar, the Dixie Hummingbirds, Kim Burrell, T.D. Jakes, Kurt Carr, Joe Pace and the Colorado Mass Choir and Judy McAllister. His books entitled Roots, Branches and Vines and Expect the Unexpected are available now.

Jeff “Jeff-Lo” Davis seeks to be a man of God daily! He is a husband, father, producer, musician, writer and arranger, who loves God, family, ministry, and music! “Jeff-Lo” is the Godfather of Gospel drumming – many gospel drummers site him as their biggest influence because of his heart, seasoning, skill and most off all – his ministry! His list of credits include: James Hall, Richard Smallwood, numerous GMWA recordings, Carlton Pearson, Hezekiah Walker, Beverly Crawford, Ben Tankard, Vickie Winans and too many more to name. He rarely does clinics, so having him come to ‘The 2008 Shed Summit’ is an awesome experience for all of us!

Jamar Jones: Executive Director of Music and Fine Arts at the Potter’s House Church in Dallas, TX, is a gifted musician, composer, arranger, producer, and educator. A native of Philadelphia, PA where he began his Arts’ career at the age of 18, he continues to expand his professional pursuits by working with some of the entertainment industry’s most highly acclaimed artist and producers while simultaneously working under the leadership of Bishop T.D. Jakes to create a new benchmark for worship and arts ministry. Recognized as a child prodigy at the age of 4, he has continued to redefine music artistry and defy the limits of the status quo throughout his career. The lists of artists he has worked with include: Boyz II Men, Vivian Green, Musiq Souldchild, Jill Scott, Jamie Foxx, Fantasia, Usher, Richard Smallwood, Vickie Winans, Stephen Hurd, Mary Mary, and many more too numerous to name. A true symbol of balance between personal integrity and musical excellence, Jamar Jones is the epitome of what musicians want to become in the 21st century. Jamar is married to Alishia Jones and they have three beautiful children, Jamara, Jada, and Jamar Jr. and reside in Mansfield, TX

Joel Smith may be the best kept secret in the world of bass but record producers and Gospel musicians worldwide know him as a double threat: a genius on both bass and drums. Born into Gospel's legendary Hawkins family, Joel has laid the musical foundation for the brightest names in contemporary worship, including the Rev. James Moore, T.D. Jakes, Beverly Crawford, and Kim Burrell. In addition, he's recorded or performed with popular secular artists like The Jerry Garcia Band, Carlos Santana, Tony Toni Tone, Patti Austin, Al Jarreau, Frankie Beverly, Bobby McFerrin, Patti LaBelle and Michelle Shocked to name but a few. The list seems endless. Legendary bassists Fred Hammond and Andrew Gouche cite Joel as a constant source of inspiration and acknowledge his musical contributions to be extraordinary. Giving back to the community is of utmost importance to Joel. He not only performs and records but also is an established educator in the Bay area. He conducts workshops and gives private lessons - he even has a training DVD titled "Bass Masters Series 1" available through his website at www.joelesmith.com.