Many people have helped make this film happen.  I will always be deeply grateful for the support and access they have provided, based on our trust that this competition provides an opportunity to tell a story that needs to be told.

Steve Goldman, entrepreneur, composer, philanthropist who funds the competition and generously supported the film.

Dr. Stella Sung, composer, professor of Digital Media, Director of UCF's Center for Research and Education in Arts, Technology and Entertainment

College of Arts and Humanities, University of Central Florida

(CREATE)

Timothy George Brown, Director of Photography, Editor, generous and supporting husband

The musicians and managers of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, who generously agreed to have their performances taped for the film and provided wonderful access for our cameras and microphones. 

Maestro Christopher Wilkins, Music Director, Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra

The teenagers we featured in the film and their families trusted us and allowed us to spend a great deal of time in their homes.  Much of the footage we shot did not make it into the film.  I had intended to feature more of the siblings of each teenager, but unfortunately, time would not allow it.  All of the families are very special and loving.  I enjoyed spending time with you.

 

Nathan, Jason, Dawn and Jim Blair in Cumming, Georgia

James, Chase, Lisa and Dykes Everett in Winter Park, Florida

Matthew, Kathleen and Robert Oliver in Lakeland, Florida

Andy, Emily, Abby, Dee and Mark Niedermann in Maitland, Florida

Catie Weddle and Sue and Glenn Bigsby in Orlando, Florida

All of the finalists in the 2008 Young Composers Challenge competition, who graciously allowed me to use their music in the film. 

You are an inspiration.

John Callahan, Marianna Florida

Ryan Dodge, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Katharine Armstrong, Leesburg, Florida

Stephen Casscells-Hamby, Orlando, Florida

John C. Henderson, Orlando, Florida