Producer and Director Steven Courtney operates his recording/production company, Folktowne Studio, in Manheim, PA. Folktowne Studio produces affordable, high-quality, short-form internet videos for aspiring musicians, bands and performing arts groups. By combining elements of story, film technique and music, Folktowne helps artists communicate purpose visually.

Courtney is also a performing songwriter who has experienced top notch success. Since 1991, he has performed over 4,500 concerts, recorded 27 full-length albums, produced three concert-length performance videos, numerous EPKs and an award-winning television series. You can see Steven elsewhere on the web at StevenCourtney.com and StevenCourtneyandhisbandoffriends.com!

Much of JJ Sheffer’s life revolves around her love of music – especially live music. Her tastes span a broad range of musical styles. Her day job allows her to stay connected to the local music scene. As Downtown Inc’s Director of Programming, Sheffer works to promote York’s fantastic downtown district and all its amenities. Sheffer studied English/Professional Writing at Kutztown University, where she served as the arts & entertainment editor for The Keystone newspaper. She is currently a student at Penn State’s York campus. She and her son spend as much time as possible listening to music, making playlists, sharing their favorites with friends, and going to shows together. Sheffer also writes for her own blog here.

Bennett Rabiega is a writer and musician who could not think of a better job than giving his opinion–on anything! He lives in Ephrata, PA with wife, youngest daughter and a cat.