Jonelle Sills

Jonelle Sills is one of the most exciting young sopranos of her generation. Named one of CBC Music’s 30 hot classical musicians under 30, Jonelle made her company debut at the Canadian Opera Company as Mimi in La bohème, a performance that was lauded as being a “beautifully sensitive Mimi with careful control and colour” (The Globe and Mail).

Her 2023/24 season also saw role debuts with Edmonton Opera as Donna Anna (Don Giovanni), Vancouver Opera as Micaëla (Carmen), Toronto Operetta Theatre as Anna Glawari (The Merry Widow), and, in recital for the Prince Edward County Chamber Festival with the Viano Quartet. Ms. Sills past highlights include being a recital soloist with Ottawa Chamberfest, and her company debut with Toronto’s Against The Grain Theatre in Vivier Kopernikus, which earned her a 2019 Dora Award as a member of the ensemble.  Jonelle has been an integral collaborator with Jamii since 2020, beginning with a performance alongside Jeremiah Sparks in Wind Stories. Over the years, her creative contributions have spanned various projects, including performing in Wayo (2021), starring in the short film series The Wedding, producing Stolen (2023) and Butterfly Ballet (2023), and most recently, performing in An Evening with David Crombie (2024). Stacey Asiedu

Stacey Asiedu is an R&B and Neo-Soul singer whose artistry is shaped by influences such as Adele, Ella Fitzgerald, Jhene Aiko, and Cynthia Erivo. With a voice that first captivated hearts at the age of 2, Stacey began writing her own songs by 14. Her roots in church singing and her formal training in vocal jazz at York University have deeply enriched her sound. A career highlight was her live performance at Honey Jam in 2012, where her talent shone brightly. Stacey also enjoys singing at weddings and galas, bringing elegance and emotion to special events, and hopes to do more of this in the near future. Her mission is to create music that fosters connection, joy, and healing, reminding her audience that they are never alone. Through her soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, she seeks to uplift and inspire listeners worldwide. 

O’Neil Gerald Donald 

Take a 2000s urban pop groove and a robust baritone-tenor voice, wrap it in a few synthesizers, dip it all in a booming background vocal arrangement and you have O'Neil Gerald Donald.

Although he doesn't identify as a dancer, O'Neil loves producing music that makes people comfortable to do their own little 2-step. He uses catchy melodies to unpack complex truths about faith. O'Neil cites influence from the likes of Timbaland, Darkchild and Kirk Franklin - all distinctly known for their musical intricacy and explosive energy. Outside of his own music, he produces for his wife, MIAMAGINATION, leads the music department at his church and runs Reclaim Your Voice - a vocal coaching business centred on helping singers fortify their mindset and freely share their musical message.

Vicky Wang

Vicky Wang is an artist specializing in line art portraits. Her art is marked by her signature style of fun and flowing lines that reflect her zest for life, joyful spirit, and love of human connection. Her continuous lines are a deliberate choice, leaving no room for doubt or hesitation. She started her business “A Portrait By Vicky” to spread the joy of her portraits with the people around her. What began as a pandemic project in 2020 has now expanded to drawing portraits of hundreds of people all over the world.  

She loves engaging with the people she’s drawing, and the surprise delight that arises when they see their portrait for the first time. It is a joy and honour for her to share the uniqueness and beauty she sees in each human face through her art, giving others the opportunity to see themselves in a new light."