The people behind The HAZ Music ministry.

Patrick has grown up in music. He was a classically trained violinist and a soloist on his choir. He transitioned to the guitar in his teen years. He is a lifelong songwriter and performer who writes much of his own music but also enjoys playing more well known songs — or not so well known — that he feels are still worth revisiting. His influences are varied with hints of artists across timelines and genres but it always hits home and those in attendance are glad they were there. He likes to bring people through a process and not just sing at them. He is passionate about people understanding that worship is so much more than music. His songs address real world issues always encouraging people that there is hope in Jesus.

Yulanda is a lifelong worship leader. She has a passion for people growing in their expressive worship. She loves employing the arts in worship, specifically dance. She introduced Patrick to a wide array of music his city upbringing did not afford him. Together they are able to craft very rich melodies. She has a superpower ability to find harmonies. She is an encouragement to all on the team. She helps keep the team to a center line while she still has a magnetic vibrancy for life. She loves to hug hurting people. She loves Jesus and is passionate about helping people become more free in their relationship with him. Keyboardist, singer, sometimes percussionist, songwriter, dancer, preacher, counselor, wife, mother, friend.

John is a close friend and brother. He brings a "utility player" aspect to the team capable of adjusting to the needs of the room. He is a husband and father. He loves music and fixing things which both happen to come in very handy. Above all he loves Jesus and enjoys being a part of encouraging people to grow in their relationships with him. His life has earned him some powerful stories and we consider ourselves fortunate to have heard some of them.

Dexter and Patrick became friends trying to recover from chemistry while in college. They quickly discovered they were brothers in the Lord and a close friendship ensued. He soon after met Yulanda and a lifelong friendship ensued over some Louisiana fried fish. Dexter enhances our worship expressions with his artful eye and reminds that instruments of worship don't all have strings.

Marko is our Emmy Award winning sound genius. He is the owner and mixing engineer of Labrador Sound Studios in Plainville, MA. He enjoys working with musicians of all genres. He has a gift in helping the musicians and singers find their center point. He is able to find the vision of the song and accent its message. He can find parts missing in songs and also can tactfully show where there are redundancies clouding the song. He himself is a very accomplished singer and musician, avid microphone collector. He is a friend and mentor and we are blessed to have him as a collaborator.

Eric is a founding member of what became The HAZ. Patrick and Eric were scratching out songs and ministry plans on their university floor outside of guitar classes. They shared multiple meetings at the Christian Student Center on campus. He is a tech guru, richly versed in all things church planting and ministry. He is a talented bass, guitar, and percussionist. He is an amazing vocalist, worship leader, and speaker. Eric has been a friend and collaborating member for this ministry for years and if we are within any unreasonable driving distance, he will be on the stage leading and supporting.

Dayson is the son of Patrick and Yulanda. He is currently navigating early adult life as he is in college and working. Dayson loves the Lord, his family, and his music. He has a good sense for rhythm and is getting lessons to improve his skills and technique. He was able to get in the studio and do some work — the team is excited considering his contributions, especially with road playing. He is also a passionate animal lover who handles gators and the like for zoos.