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Sullivan Fortner

2 concerts

New Orleans-born pianist Sullivan Fortner is an acclaimed jazz musician known for sophisticated post-bop. He's worked with Stefon Harris & Roy Hargrove and won the 2015 Cole Porter Fellowship.

Billy Childs

2 concerts

Billy Childs, a Los Angeles-born jazz pianist and composer, blends jazz, soul, pop, and classical music. Known for collaborating with artists like Freddie Hubbard, Dianne Reeves, and Yo-Yo Ma, he has won multiple Grammys including for "Map to the Treasure: Reimagining Laura Nyro" and "Rebirth." His classical commissions include works for top orchestras. Notable albums include "Take for Example This..." and "Winds of Change," and his influential career is marked by awards like the Doris Duke and Guggenheim Fellowships.

Jamie Cullum

26 concerts

Jamie Cullum, famed for 'Twentysomething' & 'Catch Up Tales', has sold 10M albums & amassed 890M streams globally. Winner of an Ivor Novello, he's collaborated with Herbie Hancock, Pharrell, & Kendrick Lamar. Known for his BBC Radio 2 show & dynamic live performances.

Samara Joy

25 concerts

Samara Joy, Bronx-born jazz sensation with a Verve Records debut, "Linger Awhile," gains acclaim with a velvety voice and classic style. Known for her gospel roots and awards, her music echoes greats like Sarah and Ella, captivating fans worldwide.

John Scofield

4 concerts

Jazz guitarist John Scofield, born in Dayton, Ohio, blends post-bop, fusion, and funk. Known for 'Blue Matter' & Grammy-winning 'Past Present'. Worked with Miles Davis, Medeski Martin & Wood. Influential in jazz since the '70s.

American Patchwork Quartet

3 concerts

American Patchwork Quartet, led by Grammy-winning Clay Ross, blends American folk with jazz, country, and world music. Collaborates with Grammy winners Falguni Shah, Yasushi Nakamura, and Clarence Penn, embodying unity in diversity. Known for innovative sounds reflecting America’s cultural mosaic.