Jazzmeia Horn and Kirk Whalum

Memphis-bred saxophonist Kirk Whalum blends gospel, R&B, blues, and jazz. Known for topping charts with "For You" in 1998 and winning a Grammy for "It's What I Do," he's collaborated with Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, and Al Green. He recorded on The Bodyguard soundtrack, was part of BWB, and released notable albums like The Gospel According to Jazz series and Humanité. Whalum also toured extensively, contributing to soundtracks and covering artists like Stevie Wonder and Babyface.

Jazzmeia Horn, born in Dallas, is a New York-based jazz singer known for her vocalese style. Credits include winning the 2013 Sarah Vaughan and 2015 Thelonious Monk jazz competitions. Her albums, "A Social Call" and "Love & Liberation," earned Grammy nods. She’s also celebrated for her big-band album "Dear Love."