Roopa Mahadevan is a leading Indian classical and crossover vocalist known for her powerful, emotive voice and distinctive re-imagination of the classical Carnatic art form.

Celisse Henderson is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, performer, and spoken word artist.

DM Stith’s voice uniquely bridges the expanse between quailing sadness and featherlight joy. A singer-songwriter and visual artist currently living in New York State, he may be best known as a member of Sufjan Stevens' touring band.

The Liz Swados Project celebrates the release of the tribute album to the visionary composer, lyricist, performer, teacher, and trailblazer. The evening features performances from an epic family of artists including Sophia Anne Caruso, Damon Daunno, Amber Gray, Stephanie Hsu, Grace McLean, Alicia Olatuja, Ali Stroker, and Taylor Mac, with a special appearance by Utkarsh Ambudkar. 

Vietnamese pop star-turned protest singer Mai Khoi performs her storytelling song cycle "Dissident." In this performance, she tells her story about blazing trails as an artist-activist living under an authoritarian regime, and shares the risks and rewards of speaking truth to power through music.