Jason Koornick (Director/Producer)

Jason Koornick is the director and producer of Hitting The High Notes, the documentary/concert film about the 2004 High Sierra Music Festival. He has professional experience as a music and film producer, journalist, TV correspondent and touring musician.

"Hitting the High Notes" was a perfect opportunity for Jason to combine his passions of film and music. Building on experience gained from his former job as a journalist as well as from four years as a professional musician in the jamgrass phenomenon Smokin' Grass from Burlington, Vermont, Jason was able to conduct thoughtful interviews with musicians to explore the dynamic relationship between performer and audience. His creative vision and love for music are the heart of Hitting The High Notes.

One of his many hats is as Executive Producer of films based on literary properties including the upcoming Sony/Revolution Studios project "Next" based on a short story by science fiction author Philip K. Dick starring Nicolas Cage and Julianne Moore set to begin production in fall 2005. He also served as Associate Producer on the documentary "The Gospel According to Philip K. Dick" released by First Run Features in 2000.

When he's not directing or producing films, Jason likes to play bluegrass mandolin, snowboard and play tennis. He resides in Los Angeles with his wife Kat. He loves the Red Sox and his favorite High Sierra band is Leftover Salmon. Check out Jason's credits on IMDB

Tyler Davidson (Producer)

Tyler Davidson is president of The Lab Entertainment Group, an independent film and television production company in Hollywood, CA. He is an award-winning film producer who has worked extensively in all phases of film production. Prior to joining The Lab, Tyler was the founder and president of Spectra Films, Inc., a feature film production company. As senior vice president of Novel City Pictures, Tyler produced the acclaimed feature film, The Year That Trembled. Among other honors, he received the Midwest Independent Filmmaker of the Year Award at the 2002 Cleveland International Film Festival. His favorite High Sierra band is Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey. Check out Tyler's credits on IMDB.