"The Moon Shine Babies are a trio of music makers that coax the muse out of late night festival campfires and celebrate the spirit that gathers 'round them.
Suzanne Schmitt is an independent singer & songwriter who teams up with multi- instrumentalist & singer Jerry Trapp and creative percussionist Jim Trapp to bring a beauty to the music that comes straight from the soul.
Suzanne grew up in Newtown, Connecticut. She sang in chorus in high school and loved the intricate harmonies and vocal dynamics of madrigal singing. Hearing Neil Young and Joan Armatrading in the mid-70's inspired her to get a guitar and put some tunes together. She made up some chords and starting writing songs. Suzanne's songs are word pictures and colorful observations of life as she sees it.
Jerry Trapp, from Lillian, AL started playing guitar at age 13 inspired by hours of listening to Hank Williams Sr. on late night radio stations. His masterful and seasoned touch on guitar, dobro and mandolin, along with his down home vocal style has made him a sought after addition to many venues and festivals throughout the country.
We are proud to have another Trapp join the Moon Shine Babies. Sara Trapp will be playing bass with us and we are so happy to have her.She is the daughter of Jim Trapp and the cousin of Guthrie Trapp. She is a wonderful addition to our group and you will have the pleasure of watching the youngest Moon Shine Baby bloom before your eyes!