Nancy Anderson-Bierma is a jazz pianist in Minneapolis. She has been playing piano since age 4 and has a degree in music from Drake University. Since 1980 she has played professionally with her own jazz groups, as a soloist, and with jazz fusion, R&B, and pop bands. She performed extensively in the Midwest and made her mark as a jazz pianist. Living in Des Moines, Iowa for many years Nancy was a well known jazz musician and organizer of jazz events. Nancy is married to bassist Jim Bierma and they have two daughters Aisha and Mikala. In 1994 they moved to Minneapolis and continued their music careers. They perform in concerts and at local venues with some of the twin cities top musicians and vocalists. Nancy is also an acupuncturist/ herbalist and works as a healer and teacher. Aisha and Mikala are the inspiration for two of the songs on this CD. Many of the originals were created for family or special events in the spirit of love, joy and passion for life. Nancy is influenced by Keith Jarrett and Bill Evans. She plays from the heart and her intention is to uplift the listener. Jim Bierma, bassist, is from Des Moines, Iowa. He has played professionally since age 15. In 1977 he joined the jazz group of the legendary Irene Myles and worked with her for 17 years. Since moving to the Twin Cities Jim is a fixture at all of the local jazz clubs and plays with a wide variety of talented musicians. A rock solid bass player, he is a pianist and drummer’s dream. Jim swings hard and has been compared to Ray Brown in revues written about him. Sensitivity abounds when he takes a solo on a ballad. Jim loves Charlie Haden and Charles Mingus. He is a school counselor and works with at risk kids. Nathan Norman, drummer, is originally from Washington D.C. He is one of the Twin Cities busiest drummers. He received a degree from Eastman School of Music in 1984. One of his strengths is accompanying jazz singers and soloists. He adds a rich texture to the music and has a great feel. His biggest influences are Art Blakely, Philly Joe Jones and Brian Blade. Charmin Michelle, Thomas Bruce, and Aaron Keith Stewart are three of the finest vocalists in the Minneapolis area. They captivate audiences and each have their own unique vocal style. These singers will be sure to delight you with