(above) The Stefani Valadez Ensemble performs at the Santa Monica Main Street Farmers Market on Sunday, February 10, 2008. Singer, guitarist, songwriter, Stefani Valadez offers a rich repertoire of soulful romantic, enchanting melodies, including songs from many lands. (top) Jeff Breeh on the upright base and Jamie Papish on the percussion. (center) Nyofu Tyson on the Turkish Saz (long neck lute) and Richard Hardy on the Sax.