2008/2009 Finalists: Music

In 2008, 19 potential protégés across six artistic disciplines were selected from 124 candidates in 39 countries. The finalists - 10 women and nine men from 11 countries - were then scheduled to meet the mentor in their discipline. Each mentor chose the finalist who seems best suited for the year of guidance and inspiration.

Along with the chosen protégé, please meet the Music finalists.

Mariana Baraj

Mariana Baraj, 37, is an Argentinian percussionist, singer and music teacher in Buenos Aires.

Martha Redbone

Martha Redbone, 34, is a New York-based singer and songwriter.