HMS Acoustic Band

Steve Hart – Song Writer, Guitar and Vocals

Steve obtained his first guitar at age 11 and has never stopped playing since (a very long time!), A native of England, he first developed as a performer while studying music at the University of Durham and regularly playing the folk scene throughout northeast England. Founding HMS allowed him to explore his deeper interests and expand his musical range to write and perform his own music.

Ed McTague – Rhythm and Lead Guitar and Vocals

Ed is an original founding member of HMS. He has had music in his blood since he got his first guitar at age 10 and has played in a variety of bands over the years. He has support of his loving family and is excited to be part of HMS.

John Burkhauser – Guest Performer: Guitar and Bass

John Burkhauser has been playing bass and electric guitar with HMS for the last three years. He is also the lead guitarist for the local band Shadow Puppets and is a long-time close friend and neighbor of Steve Hart. John has been playing music in rock and folk bands since high school. He enjoys playing with HMS because it expands his musical range and provides him with flexibility and creativity to contribute in unique ways.