Cécile McLorin Salvant with Michael Wollny and Joachim Kühn

Cécile McLorin Salvant, born in Miami, is celebrated for her emotive voice and jazz virtuosity. She won the 2010 Thelonious Monk Jazz Vocal Competition and has earned multiple Grammys with albums like "For One to Love" and "The Window." Known for blending classic jazz with blues and European traditions, she collaborates with artists like Aaron Diehl and Sullivan Fortner. Her albums frequently top jazz charts, showcasing bold covers and intimate originals.

Born in Schweinfurt, Michael Wollny is a jazz pianist known for his innovative, unpredictable style. Lauded as Germany's top jazz talent since Mangelsdorff, he constantly reinvents his music.

Born in Germany, pianist Joachim Kühn is a jazz icon known for his avant-garde style blending jazz and European concert music. He’s collaborated with legends like Ornette Coleman and Michael Brecker, earning the Echo Jazz award for lifetime achievement.