Ron Carter and Bill Charlap

Born in Ferndale, MI, Ron Carter is a jazz icon and world-class bassist celebrated for his role in Miles Davis' quintet and numerous collaborations. Known for his acoustic prowess, Carter has performed with symphonies worldwide, released albums like "Piccolo" and "Ron Carter's Great Big Band," and won three Grammys, including for "Call Sheet Blues." He's one of the most recorded bassists, having worked with Herbie Hancock, Tony Williams, and many others, and even features in the 2022 PBS documentary "Finding the Right Notes."

Jazz pianist Bill Charlap, born in NYC, is famed for his lyrical post-bop style. He's performed with icons like Benny Carter and Clark Terry and gained acclaim with his trio albums. Charlap won a Grammy collaborating with Tony Bennett on *Silver Lining: The Songs of Jerome Kern*. Known for interpreting jazz standards, he studied at the High School of Performing Arts and joined Gerry Mulligan's Quartet early in his career. His notable albums include *Uptown, Downtown* and *Street of Dreams*.