Danilo Perez with Charles Lloyd, John Patitucci, and more

Born in Memphis, Charles Lloyd is a jazz saxophonist known for blending jazz with folk, rock, and global traditions. Celebrated for albums like "Forest Flower," he gained fame in the 1960s. Lloyd collaborated with legends like Keith Jarrett and Jack DeJohnette and formed the Marvels with Bill Frisell. Awarded Jazz Artist of the Year by DownBeat, he toured with major acts like Jimi Hendrix. His later works feature collaborations with Lucinda Williams and exploration in trio formats, solidifying his stature as an innovative elder jazz statesman.

Panamanian Grammy-winning pianist Danilo Pérez blends jazz, Latin, African, and European styles. Known for collaborations with Wayne Shorter, he's a UNESCO Artist for Peace.

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.

Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, Brian Blade is a versatile jazz drummer known for his thoughtful style and genre-crossing work. He's played with Wayne Shorter, Joshua Redman, Chick Corea, Joni Mitchell, and Bob Dylan, earning multiple Grammys for his dynamic drumming and band leadership.