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Coy Simmons

Born: March 21, 2001

Coy Simmons is a Jazz Fusion musician from Decatur, Illinois. His music focuses on heavy and complex emotions conveyed through various instrumental arrangements. His previous project "Vesuvio" has released a self titled album, and his current project is called "Frock" with an album coming soon. He primarily plays alto and soprano saxophone, but is also featured as a guitarist in his own works. Currently he resides in Boston, Massachusetts. 

Orlando Molina

Hailing from Venezuela, Orlando’s musical narrative is deeply enriched by a life filled with diverse experiences from around the globe. His music weaves a captivating tapestry that reflects his multicultural background, blending Latin American roots with jazz, classical and world music influences to create a harmonious fusion.

As a multifaceted and versatile composer and guitarist, Orlando invites listeners on an authentic voyage of discovery, exploring the profound beauty of cultural fusion and evoking emotional resonance with each composition.

Notably, Orlando’s musical prowess has also attracted invitations to perform for distinguished public figures, including President Michael D’ Higgins on three occasions, Conor McGregor, Wynton Marsalis, David Bisbal, and singer-composer Ruben Blades, underscoring the significance of his artistry on a global stage.

Earl Okin

Born: January 31, 1947

Earl Okin is one of the world’s finest Jazz singers.

In addition, he is probably the finest performer of Bossa Nova outside of Brazil.

Though occasionally performing with a trio, he normally performs solo, accompanying himself at the guitar or piano as most appropriate for the song.

Last but not least, he’s renowned for his legendary ‘vocal trumpet’ solos.

Based in London, Earl has given concerts around the world in theatres, clubs and festivals, and regularly performs at London’s premier Jazz Club, Ronnie Scott’s and cabaret and concert venues such as Les Crazy Coqs and the Royal Albert Hall.

Tom Lippincott

Eight- and six-string guitarist Tom Lippincott was born in New Jersey and grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, but has made South Florida his home since 1988. He has a bachelor's degree in jazz studies from the University of North Texas as well as a master's in jazz performance from the University of Miami.  
 
Tom taught jazz guitar, guitar ensemble, and jazz improvisation for over twenty years at Miami Dade College, Florida International University, New World School of the Arts, and Broward College.  He also teaches lessons in person and online, conducts clinics and workshops, and has jazz guitar classes available through Mike’s Master Classes. 

Tony Davis

Hailing from Hartford, CT, Tony Davis is an internationally acclaimed guitarist, vocalist, composer, and producer based in New York City. Tony has performed extensively at prestigious venues such as The Blue Note, The Village Vanguard, Smalls, Mezzrow, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Birdland. He has showcased his talents at major festivals, including the Newport Jazz Festival and the Greater Hartford Jazz Festival, and was celebrated as a rising star guitarist at the 2016 Wes Montgomery Tribute Festival in Indianapolis, IN. Tony’s musical journey extends internationally, having recently led his own group with notable performances throughout Mexico and Chile. Throughout his career, he has shared the stage with renowned musicians such as Anderson Paak, Christian McBride, Sullivan Fortner, Abraham Burton, George Coleman, Joe Farnsworth, and Larry Willis.

Tom Brunt

Born: January 25, 1989

Guitarist, Bassist, Educator, Composer, and Arranger Born in Geneva in 1989

Tom Brunt studied in Geneva with Vinz Vonlanthen, Maurice Magnoni, and Ohad Talmor, and attended masterclasses and/or private lessons with John Abercrombie, Ben Monder, John Taylor, Pat Martino, Tim Berne, Bill Carrothers, Brian Blade, John Patitucci, Danilo Perez, Gary Peacock, Marc Copland, Jacob Sacks, Dan Weiss, Ben Wendel, Dan Tepfer, and others.

After completing his studies, he spent four years teaching group classes at AMR in Geneva, during which he dedicated himself to exploring various guitar playing styles (jazz, avant-garde, folk, swing, traditional music) and electric bass, as well as composing and arranging for various projects. He then moved to Montreal, where he studied composition and arrangement at the Université de Montréal. He earned a Master’s degree in Pedagogy from HEMU in Lausanne in 2022.

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Jonathan Kirschner

Jonathan Kirschner is a jazz guitarist and composer based in the NYC area. Originally from Massachusetts, Jonathan moved to New Jersey to study with legendary jazz guitarist Vic Juris at Mason Gross School of the Arts. Since then, Jonathan has made a name for himself as both a player and composer on the New York City jazz scene. He is a creative and exciting guitarist with a unique voice who blends a love of traditional jazz guitar with his own modern flavor in his playing and compositions. In 2025 Jonathan released his debut record “Clarity”, showcasing his strengths as a bandleader

Josh Couts

Born: September 9, 1987

Josh Couts is a versatile jazz guitarist and educator with a strong foundation in the essential sub genres of bebop and hard bop.  That foundation combined with his unique composition style and ever broadening approach to improvisation makes Josh’s music seem familiar yet new. 

Josh’s latest album The General Dance was released February 7, 2025. It features 11 original compositions in varying styles that highlight Josh’s broad musical influences from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian music.

Josh's other releases as a leader include All Things Green (2022) and Time Marching On (2018).  The 2022 release All Things Green features bassist Curtis Lundy, pianist Louis Heriveaux, and drummer Terreon Gully.

Nicholas Mycio

Born: September 23, 1999

Nicholas Mycio is a New York City based guitarist whose unique sonic palette combines the foundational language of Jazz with modern harmonic innovations brought about in the 21st century. A musician with a clearly defined vision, Nicholas has always strived to play in the same manner in which he speaks. To connect his thoughts to his improvisation perfectly, and perform with the same depth and meaning as a thoughtful conversation.

Nicholas is endorsed by Luka Zaletelj, and Zaletelj Guitars.