Compiled and edited by Jerry Rubino

Jerry Rubino holds degrees in piano, music education, and conducting from Temple University and the University of Minnesota. He currently serves as Minister of Music at Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Rubino worked for 23 seasons with the Dale Warland Singers, as associate conductor, director of special projects and music education, pianist, singer, and arranger. In 1983, at the request of the Minnesota Orchestra, Rubino formed the Warland Cabaret Singers, now Jerry Rubino Plus. Under his direction, they developed a unique sound and style and became known for their crossover programming and educational outreach. He serves as repertoire and standards chair of vocal jazz for the North Central Division of the American Choral Directors Association and is requested nationally as a choral clinician, music director, pianist, and adjudicator.