Composer, film composer, first call accompanist for many jazz singers, and a hellacious pianist

Patti Austin’s keen interest in being a total entertainer likely started when she was four years old. Then, she stepped onto the stage of the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem at the urging of Dinah Washington. During the 1970s Patti reigned as the undisputed queen of the New York session scene. Her recent recordings celebrate the […]

Patti Austin’s keen interest in being a total entertainer likely started when she was four years old. Then, she stepped onto the stage of the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem at the urging of Dinah Washington. During the 1970s Patti reigned as the undisputed queen of the New York session scene. Her recent recordings celebrate the […]

Mohini Dey is an Indian bass guitarist, arranger, producer & vocalist with unique style and impeccable technique. She has gained international recognition for her extraordinary talent and versatility. Also, she has collaborated with numerous renowned artists and performed on prestigious stages around the world. Forbes India has described her as the “most successful musician under thirty”. […]

A monster, contemporary sax guy often heard with the Atlantis quartet.

Standards Singer/Lifetime Entertainer , and Jennifer Grimm’s Mom, will present her tribute to Rosemary Clooney…yes, you know Rosie if you’re from Minnesota-she starred with Bing Crosby in White Christmas!!

Minnesota’s star composer, arranger, Jazz Orchestra Leader, pianist, teacher and all-around great guy. Look for his recordings with Jennifer Grimm and the Adi Yeshaya Jazz Orchestra, on YouTube

With her voice students from around the world, her work with Bobby Mcferrin, Lori Dokken & the Girls, Rick Carlson , many special song presentations, Judi is a regular Crooners and Dakota performer.

A husband. A wife. An astonishing duo built on love, family, faith, culture and community. These are the things that power The Baylor Project featuring Jean Baylor and Marcus Baylor. This enticing collaboration is steeped in the heart and soul of jazz. As the children of pastors, Marcus’ and Jean's musical roots were planted deep […]

Naturally 7 is unlike any vocal ensemble you’ve ever heard. No less than Quincy Jones has called them “the best a cappella group in the world”! They are known worldwide for their extensive tours with Michael Bublé and as guests with Coldplay and Diana Ross. Moreover, the New York-based septet is a band in the classic […]

Guitarist/singer John Pizzarelli has been hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook, Pizzarelli has expanded that repertoire. Here, he includes the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antônio Carlos Jobim, and The Beatles. In addition […]

Ben Sidran’s love of music has led to work as pianist, singer-songwriter, author, record producer and music journalist. Also, he has accomplished many other things in his sixty-year career. Further, he acts as his own short-order cook, juggling his own career and his projects. He has produced Steve Miller, Mose Allison, Diana Ross, Boz Scaggs, […]