David is the President and Owner of Keynote Arts Assoociates, where he leads a talented staff in the creation and production of exceptional choral events and festivals. Keynote celebrated its 20th Anniversary in 2004 and continues to welcome over five thousand teachers, students, and guest artists to its renowned choral events each year.

Prior to joining Keynote in 1998, David served as the Director of Music and Arts at First Presbyterian Church of Orlando, Florida. There he led a multi-staff department with more 500 participants. He is a much sought after conductor, music director, vocal coach, and accompanist. David has filled these roles for the Walt Disney Company for the past 25 years. David has been the music director for productions at the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, the Asolo Theatre in Sarasota, Florida, as well as numerous local, regional, and academic theatrical productions.

David has also worked as music director/vocal coach for numerous convention shows and benefits including VOICES: A TIME TO LISTEN, an AIDS benefit involving more than 200 performers including Stephen Schwartz and Sandi Patty. Before moving to Orlando, Florida, David spent two wonderful years touring the country as a singer/instrumentalist with Fred Waring and his Young Pennslyvanians. David is a member of the adjunct faculty in the Department of Theatre and Dance at Rollins college, Winter Park, Florida, where he also served as Chapel Organist from 1999-2002.

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Sherri is an experienced and innovative producer who has been involved with the production of youth groups for many years. Sherri’s 14-year career at Walt Disney World Resort's Entertainment Department helped develop her skills and knowledge for producing large events such as the Candlelight Processional, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Varsity Spirit Cheerleading National Competitions, and many Keynote Arts festival events.

Sherri's experience is also highlighted by her work for an international events and communications agency, PGI. Sherri's creativity providied corporate clients unique and special events. She co-produced product launches, secured hotel, transportation, and event space and coordinated logistics for many pharmaceutical insurance and other corporate clients. In 2005, Sherri took an opportunity to go back to her love of youth groups and festivals by joining Keynote Arts Associates. Her past experience working with Keynote Arts through Disney made the marriage a perfect match. Sherri graduated from Arizona State University with a B.A. in Theater with an emphasis in stage management and theater operations.

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Alan has had a great love for youth musical events for more than 6 years now. Former work experience includes music directing and acting as counselor for BYU Conferences and Workshops high school performing arts programs; music directing community high school musical theatre productions and show choir workshops. Alan graduated from BYU with a BA in Media Music with a vocal emphasis. 

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