Rachel Harrington, Singer-Songwriter

Rachel Harrington (left) with apprentice Jacob Saunders (left) a US Army veteran learning songwriting.

Rachel Harrington, an accomplished singer-songwriting and guitar player has been teaching Jacob Saunders the art of songwriting, particularly focusing on the American troubadour tradition and highlights personal experience. Rachel and Jacob are also the first HAAP team sponsored by the Wellness, Arts, and the Military Program at ArtsWA. Jacob, a US Army Veteran, focused on his songwriting as a creative way to tell his story and reach other Vets who seek better understanding of their perspectives.

With WAM Manager Bryan Bales (left).

Jacob completed a recording project from the program that can be heard here under the moniker, Marcus Rain: https://marcusrain.bandcamp.com/album/1-8