While Bernstein is the primary composer, arranger, producer and designer for Zara, Zara’s live ensemble has had several iterations. The current line-up includes Max Zara Bernstein on guitar and vocals, Dave Braun on drums, Mal McDowell on bass, Julian Nguyen on viola, Nikhita Sheller on saxophone, Henry Mansfield on Keyboards, August Belheumer on cello, Ren Hollyaster on violin, and Peter Nelson-King on baritone and trumpet.