Tom T Ball has been MBC's featured Camp bassist for several years. He has played the upright bass in various groups since the mid-1970s, from the New Wexford County Rangers to the seven-piece swing band Jive at Five. He has been active in the Wheatland Music Organization since its beginnings and is currently serving as Vice President of the Board of Directors. A treasure trove of information about all forms of music, Tom has hosted the popular "Homespun" music show on WCMU public radio since 1980, and is a Marketing Representative for CMU Public Broadcasting.