Marcus Miller with Bob James, Eric Marienthal, and more

Born in Brooklyn, Marcus Miller is a renowned bassist known for his funky, contemporary jazz and improvisational skills. He gained fame with Miles Davis, collaborated with icons like Grover Washington Jr. and Bob James, and had hits like "M²," winning a Grammy. His albums, including "Renaissance" and "Afrodeezia," topped jazz charts. Also a film composer, Miller scored movies like "Marshall" and is a UNESCO Artist for Peace.

Bob James, born in Marshall, Missouri, is a Grammy-winning jazz composer and pianist known for pioneering smooth jazz with hits like "Angela," the theme for Taxi. His style fuses jazz, pop, and classical music. As a member of Fourplay and a collaborator with David Sanborn and Grover Washington, Jr., James has released successful albums and scored films and TV shows. His "Touchdown" album reached platinum status. James' career includes jazz and classical works alongside collaborations with Nathan East, Earl Klugh, and Till Brönner.

Grammy-winning jazz saxophonist Eric Marienthal, from Sacramento, blends jazz-funk, soul, and pop. Known for hits like "Oasis" and "Walk Tall," he’s worked with Chick Corea, Jeff Lorber, Elton John, and Stevie Wonder.

Kurt Elling, a Grammy-winning jazz vocalist, blends jazz, R&B, and poetry. Known for energetic, spontaneous shows, he collaborates with artists like Charlie Hunter and Branford Marsalis, and infuses social justice themes into his music.

Born in Philadelphia, trumpeter Randy Brecker is a jazz icon best known for co-founding the Grammy-nominated Brecker Brothers with his brother Michael. A versatile artist, Brecker's work spans jazz, funk, and rock, with hits like "Some Skunk Funk." He has collaborated with legends like James Brown, Aerosmith, and George Benson. Brecker's albums, such as Randy in Brasil, have earned multiple Grammy Awards, solidifying his status as a fusion pioneer and jazz virtuoso.