Joey Calderazzo is a modern mainstream jazz pianist who started his career with Blue Note albums. After joining Michael Brecker's band in 1987, he recorded with numerous artists and later replaced Kenny Kirkland in the Branford Marsalis Quartet.
Born in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, Grammy-winning jazz saxophonist Branford Marsalis is a boundary-pushing performer known for exploring post-bop, classical, funk, and rock. He gained widespread acclaim in the 1980s alongside his brother Wynton and playing with Sting, later serving as musical director for The Tonight Show.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Grammy-winning saxophonist Joe Lovano is a celebrated post-bop improviser known for blending traditional bop with modal and free jazz. Rising to prominence in the 1990s through acclaimed Blue Note releases, he has collaborated with jazz icons like Hank Jones and Paul Motian.
Steven Wilson is a six-time Grammy nominee and founding member of Porcupine Tree. His last three solo albums reached the UK top 5. A pioneer in spatial audio, he has remixed classic acts including The Who, King Crimson, and New Order.
John Patitucci, born in Brooklyn, is a renowned jazz bassist known for his work in various genres. A 4-time Grammy winner, he's collaborated with legends like Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Corea, and Alicia Keys. As a composer, he has sixteen solo albums and writes for chamber groups and orchestras. Notable projects include the John Patitucci Electric Guitar Quartet and collaborations with the Harlem String Quartet.
Boston-based jazz tenor sax legend; leads trio the Fringe (1972; Bob Gullotti, John Lockwood). Educator; toured w/Jamaaladeen Tacuma; with Lovano, DeJohnette.
Born in Conyers, GA, trumpeter Marcus Printout, discovered in 1991, has played with legends like Betty Carter & in the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. Known for Blue Note albums & diverse styles from funk to jazz.
Mike Mainieri, born vibraphonist, joined jazz at 14 with Paul Whiteman and played in Buddy Rich's band (1956-1963). Worked with legends like Benny Goodman and Wes Montgomery; led White Elephant and Steps Ahead; influenced jazz fusion; recorded for labels like Aristo, Warner Bros., and founded NYC label. Collaborated widely, including with Brecker Brothers and Steve Gadd.