Bryan McAllister is a composer and keyboardist based in Sacramento, CA. His compositions draw influence from diverse sources, from the leitmotifs of Wagner operas to post-hardcore stylings of Glassjaw. Bryan realizes these compositions with his various modern jazz ensembles, balancing minimalist counterpoint textures with soaring melodies and anthemic improvised solos.

Sean Alexander Collins is a multi-instrumentalist and music teacher based in San Luis Obispo, California.

An enthusiastic performer and avid improviser, Sean's compositions and collaborations are thoughtful, enriching and stimulating.

Surplus is a modern organ quartet originally formed in Reno, NV, now residing across three states and two continents.

The group leads collectively: all of the members write original compositions for the band, and the cooperative nature extends to the band’s sound as well, as all of the members take turns leading the group through musical moments across their diverse catalogue of original music.