Luke Grasha, 15, is a singer-songwriter and student at Gateway High School. His debut album, Fading Portraits, was recorded at age 14 and released earlier this year.

In our first installment of features highlighting Pittsburgh Public Schools’ All-City Arts Showcases we focus on the Literary Arts. Tune in to hear three young writers read their original compositions, live on SLB.

PCS Young Artist Winner Michelle Lee performing works for piano as part of our ongoing series.

Niles Brandon is an 18 year old senior at Pine-Richland High School and has enjoyed and loved playing piano for 13 years.

Christina Hlutkowksy, 18, is a student at Upper St. Clair High School and plays the “bandura,” a traditional Ukranian stringed instrument. She joins us representing the 54th annual Pittsburgh Folk Festival. The festival now highlights the cultural diversity of more than 30 nationalities in the Pittsburgh area.