The Veteran guitarist Bob Sabellico, a master of multiple genres, has one of the most incredible musical origin stories. At just 16, on the outskirts of Philadelphia, he was called to replace the iconic Randy Bachman in The Guess Who, right as “American Woman” was skyrocketing up the charts. Since then, Sabellico has kept the music alive and evolving, touring with his bands and collaborating with legends like Dennis Chambers, Gerald Albright, Will Kennedy, Andy Snitzer, and Pat Martino. In the early 80s, he even helped pioneer the use of electronics and synths in live performances and recordings. You can find his albums Groove Station, Child’s Play, and Influence on all major streaming platforms. For more info go to bobsabellicomusic.com

Three-time Grammy winner Kyle Lehning is a seasoned figure in the Nashville music scene. His impressive discography reflects his enduring talent, production skills, and deep passion for music. Kyle has worked with a host of recognizable artists from his early collaborations with Waylon Jennings in the '70s to his extensive work with Randy Travis and recent projects featuring Kenny Rogers and Michael Feinstein. Beyond his studio expertise, he's also an accomplished jazz musician, showcasing his skills on the Hammond B3, influenced by legends like Jimmy Smith and Dr. Lonnie Smith. His jazz group, The Leonard Small Situation, has released four albums highlighting his musical influences.

Rounding out the band is Raymond Massey, a powerhouse drummer whose expertise has made him a cornerstone of the Nashville music scene. With years of experience in both live performances and studio recordings, Raymond’s versatile skill set spans across multiple genres, from Jazz to rock and everything in between. Known for his impeccable timing, creative fills, and dynamic range, Raymond has contributed to countless recording projects and is featured prominently on Bob's last two releases. When he's not on stage or in the studio, Raymond serves as the Director of R&D for Pearl Drums, where he shapes the future of percussion gear. His dedication to both his craft and the industry has cemented his reputation as one of the top drummers in the business.

Nashville-based jazz composer, bassist, and 2020 graduate of the New England Conservatory Chris Mondak has studied with jazz legends Cecil McBee, Dave Holland, and Bob Moses, and has performed with musicians such as Wycliffe Gordon, Dave Douglas, Shelly Berg, Marvin Stamm, Jeff Hamilton, and Jesus Molina.

With an aggressive bass style reminiscent of Mingus, Chris is a past member of the Jazz Band of America, he has toured extensively in the U.S., and has performed in Australia, Mexico, and Panama, as well as having toured twice throughout China as a member of the Nextgen Jazz Quartet. In 2019, Chris and Nextgen performed at the Hengqin Cup Jazz Competition in Zhuhai, China, where Chris's composition "Always Smiling" received 1st place as the festival's top original composition. In 2023, Chris's composition "Begetting" was a semi-finalist in Italy's 7 Virtual Jazz Club composition and video performance competition.

Chris's energetic hard-bop compositions and performances are on full display on his 2019 Eternal Youth, a CD that has amassed radio play on some 400+ stations, including spins on the Jazz Network, Jazz After Hours, and Jazz Happening Now. Says Blurtonline: "Opener 'Voyage Maid' wastes no time in showing us the goods Chris has in store for us. His virtuosity is a wonder to behold as are his compositional skills which soar to lofty heights throughout the album." Chris's 2022 release Glass Spheres spent multiple weeks on the Jazz Week top 100, and reached #17 on the NACC chart. All About Jazz referred to Glass Spheres as "an intriguing and absorbing selection of originals, and to Chris as "one of the talented young lions of the jazz world today." Chris's newest CD, Blank with Colour, is scheduled to be released by Summit Records in October of this year.

Acclaimed seven-string jazz guitarist Ted Ludwig with Jon Cowherd on piano, Rob Linton on bass and Josh Hunt on drums.

"Ludwig’s jazz is a carefully distilled product, like the finest Gin. He is rhythmically and metrically perfect. He is the definition of swing." - All About Jazz Magazine

"Ludwig has a soulful melodic style with a great harmonic palate and he can flat burn up the fingerboard with mindboggling technique!" - JAZZIZ magazine

"Ted Ludwig is one superb jazz guitarist. His fluid heartfelt melodic style coupled with a strong harmonic sophistication has made him a compelling and impressive jazz musician. As Ludwig’s fingers caress and dance across his 7-string guitar, the New Orleans native delivers a passion and precision that is jazz guitar playing at its most engaging and accessible best" - Offbeat Magazine, 2013

Ted Ludwig has been a part of the jazz scene in New Orleans since 1997. Throughout that time period, he has performed for numerous club performances, festivals, and recordings. He has released 4 albums as a leader and many more as a versatile sideman and co leader.

Ted earned his Bachelor and Masters Degrees from the University of New Orleans Jazz Studies Program, under the direction of the legendary pianist Ellis Marsalis Jr. He received an ASCAP award, the Louis Armstrong award, and the Overture to the Cultural Season award for his outstanding musicianship and creativity. Inspired by the recordings of Joe Pass, Pat Martino, and Wes Montgomery, Ludwig soon became one of the most sought after guitarists in the New Orleans jazz scene, working professionally as a soloist, and accompanist.

He has performed with notable contemporaries such as; Ellis Marsalis, Peter Bernstein, Bob Dorough, Larry Coryell, Nathan East, Nicholas Payton, Howard Alden, Mundell Lowe, Rick Margitza, Julian Labro, Steve Masakowski, John Ellis, Tony Dagradi, Mike Pellera, Jason Marsalis, Ron Eschete’, Johnny Vidacovich, Herlin Riley, and many more.

In 2005, in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Ludwig created his own eclectic Jazz Trio gaining instant accolades from critics and musicians alike for his astonishing virtuosity and prolific originality.

Since 2007, Ted has maintained a fruitful association with the Infrared Record Label. He has recorded, produced, and released four albums as a leader and has continuously performed on many other recordings as a co-leader and sideman. In 2016, Ludwig had the great opportunity to perform with orchestra an original Jazz Guitar Concerto entitled “Katrina”. The piece was composed by D.J. Sparr and commissioned by The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. Ted received rave reviews for his performances of the concerto.

Daniel Kuk is a young, up-and-coming pianist who has lived in Nashville for most of his life. Starting at a young age, music has always been a part of his life, and having a musical family led him to his love for playing a few different instruments. But the piano was his primary passion, along with his love for composing and arranging. Daniel played extensively in school and learn from some of the great local pianists, such as Rick Jackson, Pat Coil, Lori Mecham, Jon Cowherd, etc. He has also played with musicians such as Jeff Hamilton, Dave Potter, Don Aliquo, Joel Frahm, Tamir Helndelman, etc.

Daniel's influences come from great pianists such as Bud Powell, Bill Evans and Mccoy Tyner, and he plays a varied set of styles in his music, with many of his his own compositions and arrangements. Daniel plays around Nashville at various venues, featuring different iterations of his trio/quartet.

Daniel Kuk - piano
Baily Johnstone - bass
Marlon Patton - drums
Dan Hitchcock - saxophone