Michael Manring has pioneered an entirely unique approach to performing on the electric bass.  Michael has completely redefined the role of the electric bass as a solo instrument through his virtuoso technical innovations. Michael seamlessly blends all of the modern bass techniques, slapping, plucking, chord strumming, contrapuntal two-handed tapping, and unparalleled work with the EBow.  His explorations with harmonics, and his extensive use of altered tunings are unparalled.

Throughout his career, Michael has honed his skills on hundreds of recordings and thousands of concerts around the world. Michael's six recordings as a solo artist, Unusual Weather, Toward The Center Of The Night, Drastic Measures, Thonk, The Book Of Flame, and Soliloquy have earned him international critical acclaim. Michael has been awarded two gold records, multiple Grammy nominations, a Berklee College of Music Distinguished Alumni Award, and numerous readers' poll awards including Bass Player magazine's "1994 Bassist Of The Year."

Grant Stinnett is a fountain of positive energy and exciting music.  His contemporary techniques and styles are drawn from the music of Victor Wooten, Louis Johnson, Marcus Miller, Todd Johnson, and Michael Manring.  Grant’s debut CD, G Money, is receiving high marks.

Grant’s credits include performances with:  Joe Hunt, Michael Manring, Everett Pendleton, David Howard, Todd Johnson, World Music Ensemble-BPC, Dino Govoni, Rob Gourlay, and All Cows Eat Grass-DFH.

Grant’s compositional skills are in full bloom with four songs featured on Project M and nine songs on G Money. Grant’s YouTube bass technique videos/lessons have received more than 100,000 views.

Rob Gourlay spent most of his early years in the green mountains of Vermont. "My dad had a part-time vending business, and we often had a jukebox blasting music in the kitchen. I started playing guitar in 6th grade and loved it immediately. My big chance came when my brother's band needed a bass player for a New Year's gig. The supposed one-shot performance turned into a steady gig playing a new instrument with great musicians. I never put the bass down after that show."
Rob’s career has been filled with over 5000 performances at clubs, colleges, concert halls, and radio stations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Appearances on stage with artists such as Hall and Oates, Extreme, Johnny Lang, Patty Griffin, Joe Jackson, Joan Osborne, John Hiatt, Eddie Money, Southside Johnny, Kasey Chambers, and Five For Fighting has earned Rob the reputation as a top notch professional.
Rob is the author of the highly acclaimed new series of bass books; Walking In The Footsteps Of Paul Chambers, Walking In The Footsteps of Sam Jones, and Walking In The Footsteps of Doug Watkins.

Jim Stinnett is currently a Professor at Berklee College Of Music where he teaches Arranging and Bass. As a highly respected educator, Jim presents bass clinics and workshops all over the world. His extensive list of publications include; The Music Of Paul Chambers, Arcology, Creating Jazz Bass Lines, All Cows Eat Grass, Reading in Bass Clef, Slap Bass Workout, and 12 Keys To Success.
Originally from the Northwest, Jim has a rich performing career.  As a first-call bassist in Seattle, Jim performed with nationally acclaimed artists including: Phineas Newborn Jr, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Clark Terry, Ernestine Anderson, Kia Winding, and Sam Rivers.
During 1978-80, Jim toured with the legendary NTSU 1:00 Lab Band, performing with numerous jazz luminaries.  During his Texas days, Jim also worked with jazz legends Red Garland, Buddy DeFranco, Anita O’Day, and Roy Hanes.
Moving to Boston to further his studies, Jim graduated from New England Conservatory Of Music in 1986 as a student of Ed Barker. While freelancing as a successful classical bassist, Jim discovered his love for teaching and began his twenty-three year association with Berklee College of Music. 
Today, Jim is a highly sought after producer, writer, and arranger. Jim is the founder of the Bass Workout and musical director of the New Hampshire Bass Fest. Jim’s credits also include performances and recordings with: Joe Diorio, Lionel Loueke, Rufus Reid, Michael Manring, Ernie Watts, “Phish”, Kenwood Dennard, John LaPorta, Joe Hunt, Tal Farlow, Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Florida Gulf Coast Symphony, and Musicisti Americani Chamber Orchestra in Italy.