Judges for the Songs for Social Change Contest

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Andy Douglas is a writer, musician and activist living in Iowa. He has led workshops on "Singing as a Spiritual Practice." His first book was a memoir about yoga; he's currently writing a book about singing with prisoners.

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Michael Lohr is a professional musician and music journalist. He is a member of several music organizations and votes for various yearly honors, from the televised Country Music Association (CMA) awards and selected Grammy awards to Great Britain’s World Music Awards. To learn more go here    

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Matt James is Founder and Executive Director of Feed Your Mind Music which provides no cost music instruction and related services to at-risk children and seniors in the inner city. As a singer/songwriter Matt James is happy to write and teach music that will inspire spirits and souls throughout the world.