Christian Levens is currently attending The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) as a Graduate Teaching Assistant to complete a Masters Degree in Jazz Performance. Though drum set is his primary instrument, he is fluent in all areas of percussion including orchestral drumming and marching band. At UTA, Levens performed with the drum line, numerous small jazz combos (including the Burkholder Combo, the premier small group at the University), as well as the top big band, the Jazz Orchestra.  This past summer, Levens participated in a 4 month jazz residency at the House of Blues and Jazz in Shanghai, China. Directly after, Levens studied a full semester abroad at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm, Sweden.

Daniel Porter is a prominent Dallas-based jazz, soul, and funk pianist/keyboardist, a UNT grad known for his original trio "Q&A," playing with big names like John Mayer, and leading a diverse sound blending jazz with rock and soul, making waves in the DFW music scene. 

Justin Yoder (He/Him) is the founder of LGBTQ Outdoors, a nonprofit connecting the LGBTQIA+ community to nature through inclusive events and programs. A longtime advocate for belonging and environmental stewardship, he’s passionate about creating safe, joyful outdoor spaces where everyone feels seen and celebrated.

Madeline is a former 4th grade teacher turned cybersecurity expert in the Fort Worth area of Texas, and a friend a neighbor of Pamela.  She enjoys the finer things in life (like a rare steak, an old fashioned, and the occasional BMW M4), while regaling us with her adventures in online dating.  

Patrick Thompson (He/Him), LGBTQ Outdoors Board Alum and Creative Director, injects heart into our messaging and connection strategy. Passionate about welcoming queer people into traditionally non-queer spaces, he brings joy and humor to his work—disarming, inclusive, and always rooted in a playful, Peter Pan-like spirit.

TJ is the kind of musician every band hopes to have and every friend is lucky to know: versatile, steady, endlessly creative, and somehow always booked without ever bragging about it. Originally from Oklahoma and now based in North Texas, TJ splits his time between performing, teaching, and shaping young musicians as an orchestra director. His musical journey has taken him from local stages to Kansas City, where he performs with Summer Breeze, and his blend of technical skill and easygoing humor makes him a favorite collaborator in any room.

A gifted musician, a trusted educator, and a joy to work with, TJ is one of the reasons this Christmas session feels like home.