Playing guitar, singing lead and harmony vocals is Tim Sands.  Drawing his love for all things acoustic from his dad – Tim started playing at a young age . . . He hasn’t gotten much better, but has always had sense enough to surround himself with excellent musicians.  Tim loves the concept of ‘a band’ and enjoys his role as the ‘Chief Nit-Picker’ (sometimes probably a little too much).  He revels in arrangement and lives for the times when a sound in his head comes out through the band.  He writes much of NOTA’s original material and lives in one of the relatively flat spots between Pinnacle and Pilot Mtn., NC with his wife and 2 boys (both of which can often be seen on or near the stage).

Tim provides the fundamental support for the band with his solid bass playing and tremendous sense of rhythm. From Yadkinville, NC. Tim got his musical start with the piano and brass instruments at an early age. With his dad's influence, he began playing bluegrass at age 18 and has never turned back.

Tim also has a solid baritone voice that helps blend the vocals for three-part harmony.

From Mt. Airy,  David Crawford, adds a unique mandolin playing style that fits well with the group. 

David provides some harmony and sings lead on at least a few songs each set.

Allison showed up one day out of nowhere with a resume, the return address of which simply said "cardboard box."

With her singing she has added a new and welcomed dimension to the NOTA sound.

Allison's previous singing experience in a variety of styles has made her a natural addition to the band.