Micheal Green
Michael has served as an elementary music teacher in the South Puget Sound area for about ten years. Besides within schools, he's been sharing his love of music in the Church, including being a singer/soloist and occasional pianist and conductor with the New Life Baptist Church Choir of Lacey, Washington from 2006--2015, and by being a gospel quartet artist as a member of The Gospel Echoes since 2014. During the past five years, he has also been a theatrical stage performer in lead and supporting roles, perhaps most notably portraying Adam/Noah in the musical Children of Eden. In 2018, Michael won the annual "Eagle Idol" Karaoke Contest presented by the Olympia Eagles Club and Top Class Entertainment. The songs he performed to secure the trophy on the contest's final night were "When A Woman Loves" by R. Kelly and "One Last Cry" by Brian McKnight.
Austin Cooper
Vocals
Was born in Toledo, Ohio in 1956 and in 1960 moved to a little town named Sunflower, Mississippi.
His love for music began in the fifth grade when he did his first musical, singing
"Who'll take the Lady with the skinny legs?" by Joe Tex.
Austin participated in the school choir throughout his junior and high school years. Then he began his professional musical career in Toledo singing with a band called "Westbound Extension".
He later joined the United States Air Force where he entered and won several talent shows and he was selected to join "Tops and Blues" which is a traveling musical production presented by the Air Force. He has entered singing contests which were presented by the KING5 and KIRO7 television stations in Seattle, where he made the top 20 finalists.
Those who come to enjoy his soulful sound,
(which completes the harmony of "The Old School Fellas")
know him as "A-train".
Paul McGriff AKA "Doc"
Vocals
I am a native Philadelphian. I am a dentist by profession. I am a vocalist by passion. I was born in 1967. To me that means I was born at a time to enjoy some of the best music of the last 80 years. From Cab Calloway to Charlie Wilson. From 45's to CDs and streaming music. My older brothers and parents all either played multiple instruments or sang.
There was always music playing in my house or head. As a result, I love music and musicians. I play music for my patients as well. I can usually find tracks to get their toes tapping
It is an honor and privilege to be surrounded by so many wonderful and talented musicians. We hope you love our sound.
Noel Barnes
Tenor Saxophone
Noel broke into the music scene in 1995 after a 3 year layoff. He previously played in the Highline Community College Jazz Ensemble during the 1990 - 1991 school year, then from 1995 - 2001 performed with several local jazz artists, including Jay Thomas, Floyd Standifer, Eric Verlinde, Brian Nova, John Goforth, Bernie Jacobs, Michael Powers, Darren Motamedy and Jeff Kashiwa. From 2001 - 2019 he performed with several local area artists and Classic Rock and R&B bands, including CityKnightz, The Middle Third, Chain Reaction, Show Nuff Funk, Doubleshot, Copastetic, Three Trick Pony, and the late legendary Deems Tsutakawa. Recorded tracks on 3 CD's released by local Seattle area Blues band Michele D'Amour And The Love Dealers. Prior to pursuing music full time, he was a standout football player who played college ball at WSU then for the semipro Pierce County Bengals. He was inducted into the Pacific Northwest Minor League Football Hall Of Fame in 2013.
Curtis Henderson
Bass
Started playing bass at 16yrs old for for 2yrs before taking a pause. Picked it up again at age 29 for 3yrs before another pause, then picked it up again at 40yrs of age, so from 40 until now about 12yrs that's my story and I'm sticking to it!
My favorite bass player is Victor Wooten, but I admire the talents in addition to being influenced by many others.
Some of the the bands I've played with:
Tony Benton, Society's Child, Show Nuff Funk, Triple Treat, We Funk, and now, Old School Fellas
Robert "J.J." Johnson
Percussion
I’ve played with the old-school fellas for over 15 years and I’ve played in several different bands while in the military entertaining the troops.
I’ve formed my own bands "Ebony express", also "Friends and Strangers". We played for various venues and most northwest casinos including the Idaho area.
We’ve closed for various bands such as "Rose-Royce", "The Temptations", "The Whispers", "The Bar Kays", "Midnight Star" and an amazing Las Vegas based James Brown impersonator.
My love for music has been since childhood and many in my family have enjoyed careers in the music industry, such as my uncle who is one of the original vocalists for the Grammy award winning group "The Manhattans".
I continue doing music because it’s my passion. I love entertaining people with the styles of old and new.
J.R. "Drum master" Reed
Drums
Also known as: Drum Master Jay is a seasoned Drummer born in Ohio, wither over 30 years of experience behind the kit. Known for his versatility and dynamic style, Jay has mastered a wide range of genres including raggae, rock, blues, gospel, R&B and more.
Whether laying down smooth grooves or brining high-energy rytms to the stage, his deep musical knowledge and passion shine through every performance.
A true professional, Jay plays live shows weekly, delivering powerful, soul-stirring beats that keep audiences moving and coming back for more.
Gil Cabaccang
Sax/Horns
Born and raised in Honolulu Hawaii. Played professionally in a Show/Dance bands in Waikiki and all over the Hawaiian Islands
Relocated to Seattle 1991
Played various genre from R&B, Jazz, Funk, Reggae & Hawaiian Contemporary.
Performed in Casino’s, Festivals & Private Events Around Washington State, Las Vegas, Reno Nevada, Los Angeles, Napa Valley & Vallejo Ca. Portland, Eugene, Bend Oregon, Boise Id. Alaska & Guam
Daniel "Dan" Quinata
Vocals
Born and raised on the Island of Guam, Dan has a multi-talented background. The former Youth Choir Director at San Miguel Parish in Guam to St. John the Baptist in Covington Wa.
Dan relocated to Washington in November of 2022 and started spreading his talents as soon as he landed. He has performed in various Choir's and the Cruz Family Band on Guam.
Dan also keeps the energy going by hyping up the crowd and with his voice keeps the crowd going with his amazing voice.