Will Downing with Ken Ford and Paul Taylor

Will Downing, dubbed The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, has a 30+ year career with 21 albums. Known for baritone R&B interpretations like I Go Crazy, plus originals A Million Ways and duet Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This with Rachelle Ferrell.

Denver-raised saxophonist Paul Taylor was discovered at the Catalina Island Jazz Festival by Keiko and Kazu Matsui. His 1995 debut On the Horn hit jazz charts with “Til We Meet Again.” Ladies’ Choice topped contemporary jazz; Countdown made Top Ten.

Ken Ford, born in St. Louis, Missouri, is an acclaimed American jazz violinist. Known for electrifying live performances, he blends classical training with R&B, neo soul, hip-hop, and contemporary jazz. His albums include "Burnt Toast," "Chevelle Lane," "Right Now," "State of Mind," and "Eleven." He has collaborated with artists like Bruno Mars, Chaka Khan, and Cee Lo Green, and performed for Michelle Obama. Ford is celebrated for redefining the violin's role in popular music.