Gerald Clayton with Charles Lloyd and Jakob Bro

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.

Jakob Bro, born in Risskov, Denmark, is known for his atmospheric, experimental jazz. A former member of Paul Motian's band, he gained global fame with ECM's Gefion. From his 2003 debut Daydreamer, he's released acclaimed albums like Streams and Uma Elmo. Bro's collaborations include luminaries like Lee Konitz and Joe Lovano. His style blends folk, looping effects, and modern jazz, earning a place among leading jazz guitarists.