Catalina Island Jazztrax Jazz Festival with Keiko Matsui and Marion Meadows

Keiko Matsui, born in Tokyo, is renowned for her fusion of smooth jazz, fusion, and new age music. Her albums, like 1995's chart-topping Sapphire and 2016's Journey to the Heart, showcase her blend of Western and Eastern influences. Collaborating with artists such as Eric Marienthal, Bob James, and Kirk Whalum, she crafted hits like "Mountain Shakedown" and "Echo." Her compositions reflect her love for nature and spirituality, and she marked her 30th anniversary with a distinctive, organic style.

Marion Meadows, born in West Virginia and raised in Connecticut, is a renowned American saxophonist known for his contemporary jazz and R&B style. A Berklee alum, he played with artists like Ray Charles and Phyllis Hyman. His debut "For Lovers Only" solidified his smooth jazz radio presence. Albums like "Forbidden Fruit," "Dressed to Chill," and "Soul Traveler" saw chart success. Meadows collaborates frequently, co-producing with Chris "Big Dog" Davis and others. Awards include a doctorate in music from Wilberforce University.